THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ALL SAINTS, LYDD, ST. PETER'S, GREATSTONE AND THE SANCTUARY, DUNGENESS
Promoting in the Ecclesiastical Parish the whole mission of the Church. Supporting Charities as authorised by the Parochial Church Council.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the parish ended 2024 with a deficit of £3,207 on a turnover of £75,000, noting that breaking even is becoming more difficult as costs rise. Per the treasurer's report, the parish holds unrestricted reserves significantly above its informal target, holding more than six times the average monthly expenditure. The charity is not a going concern risk, but faces ongoing pressure from rising costs outpacing income.
What the accounts disclose
“The PCC does not have a formal policy on reserves but currently holds more than six times the average monthly expenditure related to the work of the church in 2024 (excluding major repairs).” — page 14
Trustees
- Colin Andrew Fowle
- Derek George Ellis
- JOSEPH THOMAS BUTTERWORTH
- Jean Rosemary Moon
- Leslie Ronald Carter
- Margaret Elizabeth Mace
- Michael Botten
- PATRICIA MARY CARTER
- Rev Christopher Thomas Alan Hodgkins
- Rev Jack Rufus Greenhalf
- Sandra Ellis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £90k | £94k |
| 31/12/2024 | £72k | £76k |
| 31/12/2023 | £81k | £74k |
| 31/12/2022 | £79k | £73k |
| 31/12/2021 | £82k | £83k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ALL SAINTS, LYDD, ST. PETER'S, GREATSTONE AND THE SANCTUARY, DUNGENESS financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the parish ended 2024 with a deficit of £3,207 on a turnover of £75,000, noting that breaking even is becoming more difficult as costs rise. Per the treasurer's report, the parish holds unrestricted reserves significantly above its informal target, holding more than six times the average monthly expenditure. The charity is not a going concern risk, but faces ongoing pressure from rising costs outpacing income. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.