The Parish of Saint Paul Grange-over-Sands
Regular public worship open to all. The provision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation. Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and bereaved. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, coureses and small groups. Promoting the whole mission of the Church through provision of activities for toddlers and other groups. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity operated at an in-year deficit of £4,206.14, with total receipts of £65,260.79 against payments of £68,118.02. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves (General Fund) stood at £57,293.49, which the PCC policy aims to maintain to cover emergency situations and future expenditure. The charity remains active with ongoing maintenance projects and community engagement.
What the accounts disclose
“This called for reserves to be maintained, as far as possible, of: 6 months of normal expenditure including routine maintenance and renewals the next 12 months Parish Offer any identified special building maintenance or renewal items falling due in the next two years.” — page 5
Trustees
- Brian John McCann
- COLIN EDWARD MILNER
- John Graham MILLICAN
- Judith Ann Mitchell
- MICHAEL BUTLER HILL
- PAULINE ANNE RAMSBOTTOM
- Penelope Ann Ward
- ROSEMARY ANNE HOYLE
- Rev Annette Miller
- Rev David Mark Baty Wilmot
- Susan Eleanor Fleetwood
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £65k | £70k |
| 31/12/2024 | £65k | £68k |
| 31/12/2023 | £88k | £75k |
| 31/12/2022 | £53k | £49k |
| 31/12/2021 | £60k | £57k |
Common questions
Is The Parish of Saint Paul Grange-over-Sands financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity operated at an in-year deficit of £4,206.14, with total receipts of £65,260.79 against payments of £68,118.02. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves (General Fund) stood at £57,293.49, which the PCC policy aims to maintain to cover emergency situations and future expenditure. The charity remains active with ongoing maintenance projects and community engagement. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.