FRIENDS OF BISHOPS' HOUSE
The main activities are that we have kept Bishops House open to the public each weekend, we have maintained a service to schools offering the children an opportunity to experience the House, we are now licensed for weddings nd we continue to host a wide variety of events.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income decreased to £25,800 from £39,031 in the prior year, while expenditure also fell to £11,819. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £28,108, which significantly exceeds its stated policy target of £6,000, indicating strong financial stability.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity requires £6,000 of free reserves to cover any unforeseen expenditure and to assist with cashflow.” — page 5
Trustees
- NICK ROSCOEchair
- Christine Janet Griffiths
- David Bostwick
- Elizabeth Mary Ralph
- Lucas Raymond Francis Watts
- MISS Jenni Sayer
- Suzanne Elaine Bingham
- TABITHA ANN CECILIA GILLARD
- Tanya Smith
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £26k | £12k |
| 31/03/2024 | £39k | £20k |
| 31/03/2023 | £14k | £10k |
| 31/03/2022 | £5k | £7k |
| 31/03/2021 | £1k | £3k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS OF BISHOPS' HOUSE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income decreased to £25,800 from £39,031 in the prior year, while expenditure also fell to £11,819. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £28,108, which significantly exceeds its stated policy target of £6,000, indicating strong financial stability. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.