THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY, WEST CHILTINGTON
St Mary's Church is the only Church of any Denomination in the village of West Chiltington in West Sussex. Services are held regularly every Sunday at 8 and 10 a.m. and currently on 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays at 6 p.m. Extra services at Christmas and other special occasions. We welcome everyone who attends. 'Family Service' held on the first Sunday at 10 a.m. Lunches during Lent in aid of charities.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted income decreased by £6,310 to £96,941, while unrestricted expenditure increased to £98,729, resulting in a net deficit for the year. The trustees report that the closing balance of unrestricted funds is in line with their policy to maintain approximately three months' worth of unrestricted payments as a contingency.
What the accounts disclose
“Planned giving (excl tax refunds) 39842” — page 17
“It has been PCC policy to maintain a balance on the general unrestricted funds (excluding property) which equates to approximately three months’ worth of unrestricted payments as contingency against unforeseen situations.” — page 9
“Mrs Brenda Bull, who is also a trustee, received £3,960 for duties as parish Secretary.” — page 9
“Mrs Brenda Bull, who is also a trustee, received £3,960 for duties as parish Secretary. There were no other payments to persons related to or connected to the current trustees.” — page 9
Trustees
- Rev Stephen Merrimanchair
- Andy Brewerton
- Ann Elizabeth Chapman
- Claire Freeth
- Clive Cole
- Debra Parker
- Jim Jarvie
- Jim Latter
- Peter Evans
- Philip Race
- Vanessa Llambias
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £137k | £105k |
| 31/12/2023 | £106k | £115k |
| 31/12/2022 | £108k | £124k |
| 31/12/2021 | £92k | £116k |
| 31/12/2020 | £141k | £105k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY, WEST CHILTINGTON financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted income decreased by £6,310 to £96,941, while unrestricted expenditure increased to £98,729, resulting in a net deficit for the year. The trustees report that the closing balance of unrestricted funds is in line with their policy to maintain approximately three months' worth of unrestricted payments as a contingency. Its FY2024 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, WEST CHILTINGTON | £137k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY THE VIRGIN, PURLEY ON THAMES, DIOCESE OF OXFORD | £129k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY'S, BLETCHLEY | £478k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| 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 CHOLSEY | £151k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST MARY MAGDALENE, REIGATE | £798k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |