THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SHAW CUM DONNINGTON
St Mary's is a church that is part of the Oxford Diocese in Berkshire. Regular services take place during the week and at weekends. Weddings, Baptisms and Funerals also take place. St Mary's plays an active part in the local community and runs lunch clubs for elderly residents, a support group for those who have been bereaved as well as a number of activities for young people and families.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £9,819 for the year, primarily due to planned capital expenditure, which was covered by general reserves. Despite the deficit, unrestricted reserves stood at £64,584, exceeding the stated policy target of £30,000, and cash funds were £76,353 at year-end.
What the accounts disclose
“Reserves Policy – It is PCC policy to try to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds which equates to at least three months unrestricted payments. This is equivalent to £30,000.” — page 7
Trustees
- Rev Raymond Clive Obinchair
- BARBARA JANE BRADFORD
- David Willetts
- Dr Paul Sievers
- ELIZABETH MARY GOLDSACK
- Lesley Eleanor Almond
- MARY VERONICA DAWKINS
- Mary Rye
- Mike Stuart
- RACHEL HASLAM
- Rosamund Gillian Stuart
- Steven Richard Joplin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £78k | £88k |
| 31/12/2024 | £94k | £97k |
| 31/12/2023 | £84k | £93k |
| 31/12/2022 | £80k | £87k |
| 31/12/2021 | £139k | £78k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SHAW CUM DONNINGTON financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £9,819 for the year, primarily due to planned capital expenditure, which was covered by general reserves. Despite the deficit, unrestricted reserves stood at £64,584, exceeding the stated policy target of £30,000, and cash funds were £76,353 at year-end. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.