BARNES METHODIST CHURCH
Religious activities in Barnes, London
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £4,105,034, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of maintaining reserves equivalent to three to six months' expenditure. Although the charity reported a small operating deficit of £2,357 for the year, the overall net assets are strong at £7,381,685, largely due to the revaluation of the church building to £7,253,298.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months' expenditure.” — page 5
Trustees
- Christopher John Moorhouse
- Deacon Richard David Goldstraw
- Deborah Davies
- Elysia Cunningham
- MRS F M Moorhouse
- Mark Benneworth
- Philip Blow
- REV GEOFFREY FARRAR
- VALERIE HEARN
- VIVIEN ISAAC
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £160k | £155k |
| 31/08/2024 | £151k | £133k |
| 31/08/2023 | £177k | £124k |
| 31/08/2022 | £105k | £269k |
| 31/08/2021 | £217k | £369k |
Common questions
Is BARNES METHODIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £4,105,034, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of maintaining reserves equivalent to three to six months' expenditure. Although the charity reported a small operating deficit of £2,357 for the year, the overall net assets are strong at £7,381,685, largely due to the revaluation of the church building to £7,253,298. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds BARNES METHODIST CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BARNES METHODIST CHURCH as a grant recipient include The Barnes Fund.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barnes Fund | FY2021 | £50k | Capital Projects |