THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARK, TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Regular public worship open to all. Pastoral work, visiting the sick and bereaved. Promotion of Christianity and the mission of the Church through sermons, courses and small groups, taking of Christian assemblies in schools, and provision of events for children and young people, activities for senior citizens, parent and toddler group. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the General Fund ended the year with a deficit of approximately £5,500, which was covered by existing reserves. The charity's unrestricted cash reserves were slightly below the stated policy target of £40,000, and the PCC acknowledges that the 2026 budget is forecast to be in deficit but can be accommodated in the short term by reserves.
What the accounts disclose
“Unfortunately, at the end of 2025 the general fund cash reserves were slightly lower than £40,000 but the PCC are aware of this and will be correcting the situation as soon as is practical in 2026.”
Trustees
- Rev Claire Louise Allwoodchair
- Angie Allgood
- Anna-Maria Taylor
- Carol Nicholson
- Catherine Rosemary Clayton
- David Alexander Robertson
- Deborah Marsden
- Edward Peltor
- Joanna Leek
- Joseph Buckton
- Julia Jamie Hutchinson
- Katie Victoria Trowsdale Mrs
- Rosina Elizabeth Violet May Robinson Mrs
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £176k | £151k |
| 31/12/2024 | £160k | £161k |
| 31/12/2023 | £167k | £162k |
| 31/12/2022 | £143k | £130k |
| 31/12/2021 | £121k | £165k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARK, TUNBRIDGE WELLS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the General Fund ended the year with a deficit of approximately £5,500, which was covered by existing reserves. The charity's unrestricted cash reserves were slightly below the stated policy target of £40,000, and the PCC acknowledges that the 2026 budget is forecast to be in deficit but can be accommodated in the short term by reserves. 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 MARK, TUNBRIDGE WELLS | £176k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SAINT MARK, REIGATE | £241k | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |
| PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST.MARK'S HAYDOCK | £410k | — | 0 | below | — | noted |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARK, COLNEY HEATH | £206k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY, HAMPTON | £278k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST.MARK, BATTERSEA RISE | £924k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |