THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY KIPPINGTON
Provision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation as well as regular worship available to all. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups. Promoting the Christian mission of the Church through activities for various groups especially youth groups, parents and toddlers. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £662,705.94, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover essential running costs for 9-12 months in the event of reduced income. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £1,547.75 for the year, with total net assets increasing to £689,660.70.
What the accounts disclose
“unrestricted reserves, complemented by any restricted reserves available for that purpose, should be at least sufficient to cover essential running costs for 9-12 months, after assuming that regular sources of income reduce significantly.” — page 4
“The husband of PCC member and churchwarden Mrs Brenda Ross, Mr Leonard Ross, served as church organist throughout 2025. His remuneration of £3,200 is included in Note 13.” — page 19
“Churchwarden Mrs Brenda Ross claimed a total of £514.42 for expenses in connection with Church services.” — page 19
“The husband of PCC member and churchwarden Mrs Brenda Ross, Mr Leonard Ross, served as church organist throughout 2025. His remuneration of £3,200 is included in Note 13.” — page 19
“Churchwarden Mrs Brenda Ross claimed a total of £514.42 for expenses in connection with Church services.” — page 19
“The husband of PCC member and churchwarden Mrs Brenda Ross, Mr Leonard Ross, served as church organist throughout 2025. His remuneration of £3,200 is included in Note 13.” — page 19
“Churchwarden Mrs Brenda Ross claimed a total of £514.42 for expenses in connection with Church services.” — page 19
Trustees
- AVRIL DOREEN HUNTER
- Brenda Ross
- Caroline Ann Howe
- Edward David Daniels
- Janet Eilbeck
- Martin William Bush
- STEPHEN DAY
- Sharon Fishwick
- Stephen Paul Swift
- Susan Mary Shepherd
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £159k | £166k |
| 31/12/2024 | £176k | £200k |
| 31/12/2023 | £204k | £154k |
| 31/12/2022 | £145k | £145k |
| 31/12/2021 | £149k | £137k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY KIPPINGTON financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £662,705.94, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover essential running costs for 9-12 months in the event of reduced income. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £1,547.75 for the year, with total net assets increasing to £689,660.70. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY KIPPINGTON | £159k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST LEONARDS ON SEA, ST LEONARD AND ST ETHELBURGA | £117k | — | 0 | above | 3.2% | noted |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY'S, BILLINGSHURST, DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER | £190k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST. MARY'S, OVERTON, DIOCESE OF WINCHESTER | £230k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY THE VIRGIN, CHALK | £136k | — | 0 | above | — | noted |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CUDDINGTON IN THE DIOCESE OF GUILDFORD | £157k | — | 0 | unclear | 1.8% | no doubt |