The Parochial Church Council of Ecclesiastical Parish of Emmer Green and Caversham Park St Barnabas
Regular public worship open to all. The provision of sacred space for prayer. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups. Promotion of Christianity through events and meetings. Promoting the whole mission of the Church in the community through the provision of activities for older people, young families and other groups. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted cash reserves of £65,171 significantly exceed the stated policy target of £22,095, which is equivalent to three months of unrestricted payments. The charity reported a surplus of £19,460 for the year, driven by one-off donations and steady hall income, though regular planned giving remained flat. The trustees note that while the financial position is strong, some income sources are not dependable in the same way as the hall revenue.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the PCC policy to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds which equates to at least 3 months' unrestricted payments. This is equivalent to £22,095” — page 25
Trustees
- Awaiz Augusten Hidayet Masih
- Bob Abel
- Christine Pamela Bartlett
- David Owen Howell
- FELICITY MAY CHAPMAN
- Joy Angeline Abel
- Pak Shing Chu
- RICHARD HAROLD CUNNINGHAM BSC
- Rev Kevin John Lovell
- Roger Moore
- SANDRA JANE RICE
- SUSIE DOWNER
- WENDY ELIZABETH HOWELL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £125k | £106k |
| 31/12/2024 | £101k | £89k |
| 31/12/2023 | £102k | £91k |
| 31/12/2022 | £81k | £82k |
| 31/12/2021 | £72k | £78k |
Common questions
Is The Parochial Church Council of Ecclesiastical Parish of Emmer Green and Caversham Park St Barnabas financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted cash reserves of £65,171 significantly exceed the stated policy target of £22,095, which is equivalent to three months of unrestricted payments. The charity reported a surplus of £19,460 for the year, driven by one-off donations and steady hall income, though regular planned giving remained flat. The trustees note that while the financial position is strong, some income sources are not dependable in the same way as the hall revenue. Its FY2025 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 Ecclesiastical Parish of Emmer Green and Caversham Park St Barnabas | £125k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST PETER, IGHTHAM | £121k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST ANDREW, CAVERSHAM | £146k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST, CHURT AND RUSHMOOR | £128k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST. BOTOLPH'S, BARTON SEAGRAVE | £276k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST. MARY'S, OVERTON, DIOCESE OF WINCHESTER | £230k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |