ST. ANDREW'S METHODIST CHURCH, BUSHEY HEATH
A Methodist Church in Bushey Heath which holds regular services of worship, maintains a Christian witness to the neighbourhood, supports the work of the Methodist Church in this country and overseas and serves the local community, in particular by providing facilities for a variety of activities engaged in by both children and adults.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the Church recorded a surplus of £2,161 for the year, supported by a £4,342 rebate from the Ministers Pension Fund and circuit support payments. The trustees note that the underlying financial picture suggests such surposes are unlikely in future years, although unrestricted reserves increased to £56,066. The charity relies on community lettings and normal offerings, with attendances and membership showing a decline since the pandemic.
What the accounts disclose
“Reported lettings income decreased to £13,594 in 2025 from £14,681 in 2024.” — page 4
“The Circuit once again generously offered Churches support payments to limit the annual costs increases to 5% above the prices in place before the sudden inflation which occurred in 2022. St. Andrew’s received a support payment of £4,339 (2024: £7,620).”
“Investments in managed funds to the value of £28,895 (2024: £27,790) at the end of the year are held on behalf of the Church by the Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes who also hold the title to the Church’s property.” — page 5
“The Circuit once again generously offered Churches support payments to limit the annual costs increases to 5% above the prices in place before the sudden inflation which occurred in 2022. St. Andrew’s received a support payment of £4,339 (2024: £7,620).”
“Investments in managed funds to the value of £28,895 (2024: £27,790) at the end of the year are held on behalf of the Church by the Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes who also hold the title to the Church’s property.” — page 5
Trustees
- ANN WRIGHT
- DAVID CHRISTOPHER WHITEHEAD
- Dr HAZEL APPLETON B.SC.PH.D.
- Dr JOHN MICHAEL WOOD
- HUGH MARKHAM-JONES
- LESLEY ANN MARKHAM-JONES
- MATTHEW FRANCIS WILLIAM DEW TATTERSALL
- Rev Donna Fowler-Marchant
- SUZANNE ELIZABETH WOOD
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £41k | £39k |
| 31/08/2024 | £53k | £48k |
| 31/08/2023 | £43k | £43k |
| 31/08/2022 | £26k | £35k |
| 31/08/2021 | £21k | £28k |
Common questions
Is ST. ANDREW'S METHODIST CHURCH, BUSHEY HEATH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the Church recorded a surplus of £2,161 for the year, supported by a £4,342 rebate from the Ministers Pension Fund and circuit support payments. The trustees note that the underlying financial picture suggests such surposes are unlikely in future years, although unrestricted reserves increased to £56,066. The charity relies on community lettings and normal offerings, with attendances and membership showing a decline since the pandemic. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.