THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH, FULWOOD
The promotion of the Christian religion, the provision of a Church for prayer and worship, regular services of public worship, teaching christianity through sermons, junior church, youth work, adult education, foster inter faith links, pastoral care, supporting other charities in the UK and overseas
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £15,495 for the year, resulting in a reduction of unrestricted reserves to £22,124. The trustees note significant challenges regarding finances and building sustainability, with unrestricted reserves falling from £35,909 in the previous year. Total funds decreased to £37,124, down from £52,619, as expenditure exceeded incoming resources.
What the accounts disclose
“Unrestricted Reserves reduced to £22,124 (£35,909)” — page 5
“Expenses of £986 (2024: £1,417) were paid to the Vicar Rev C Boland inter alia ex officio members of the PCC. In addition, certain housing costs totalling £3,077 (2024: £2,887) were paid as is customary. Honoraria total of £2,290 (2024: £1,308) was paid to our Organist who is a member of the PCC.” — page 14
“Expenses of £986 (2024: £1,417) were paid to the Vicar Rev C Boland inter alia ex officio members of the PCC.” — page 14
“In addition, certain housing costs totalling £3,077 (2024: £2,887) were paid as is customary.” — page 14
“Expenses of £986 (2024: £1,417) were paid to the Vicar Rev C Boland inter alia ex officio members of the PCC.” — page 14
“In addition, certain housing costs totalling £3,077 (2024: £2,887) were paid as is customary.” — page 14
“Expenses of £986 (2024: £1,417) were paid to the Vicar Rev C Boland inter alia ex officio members of the PCC.” — page 14
“In addition, certain housing costs totalling £3,077 (2024: £2,887) were paid as is customary.” — page 14
Trustees
- Chris Bolandchair
- Ann Porter
- JULIA ELIZABETH LAING
- KENNETH ARTHUR CURPHEY
- MANDY HARRIET STANTON
- MARGARET BROWN
- Peter Moore
- Robert John Cuthbertson
- STEPHEN BLAKE HEDLEY BSC HONS
- Sue Walsh
- Susan Mary Wright
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £97k | £113k |
| 31/12/2024 | £92k | £107k |
| 31/12/2023 | £109k | £95k |
| 31/12/2022 | £92k | £80k |
| 31/12/2021 | £91k | £66k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHRIST CHURCH, FULWOOD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £15,495 for the year, resulting in a reduction of unrestricted reserves to £22,124. The trustees note significant challenges regarding finances and building sustainability, with unrestricted reserves falling from £35,909 in the previous year. Total funds decreased to £37,124, down from £52,619, as expenditure exceeded incoming resources. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 19/07/2016 | £9k | "The stories behind the stained glass windows and banners Christ Church Fulwood" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/11/2012 | £10k | Hall4All - Awards4All Improvements |