ST JOHN'S WINCHESTER
St Johns Winchester is dedicated to transforming the lives of older people. Our almshouses offer safe, affordable homes and a nurturing environment. Our dementia support service provides guidance, care, and social connections for individuals living with dementia and their families. Our Hand in Hand programme combats loneliness by connecting older people with local befrienders.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £1,473k for the year ended 31 March 2025, driven largely by an £823k exceptional impairment of charitable fixed assets. Total net assets decreased by 1.1% to £49,288k, while unrestricted free reserves were held at approximately £18 million, equivalent to six months of budgeted running costs against a policy target of twelve months. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“At the year end, the free non-designated reserves were equivalent to approximately 6 months of budgeted ordinary running costs.” — page 12
“During the year £52k (2023/24: £60k) of payments were made to WCC for the payment of general rates and levies. All of these were conducted on an arm’s length basis based upon standard charges levied by way of a set calculation by WCC.” — page 30
“The charitable company has taken the exemption from the requirement to prepare consolidated financial statements as the exclusion of its subsidiaries, St John’s Community Housing Limited and St John’s Winchester Development Ltd is not material” — page 23
Corporate structure
- Registered company of the charity Companies House 1090370
Leadership, per the charity’s website
- Tim Bissett — Chief Executive Officer
- Hannah Garriock — Finance Director
- Marianne Wanstall — Chair of Trustees
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- Marianne Wanstallchair
- Ian Lionel Gamon
- Jennifer Jane Warner
- John Beresford
- John O'Brien Furlong
- Julia Smart
- Lauren Tobias
- Linda Bonnin
- Nicholas Pratt Thorne-Allenson
- Patrick Rudden
- Suzie Simmons
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £2.9m | £4.3m |
| 31/03/2024 | £2.5m | £2.9m |
| 31/03/2023 | £2.3m | £2.4m |
| 31/03/2022 | £2.6m | £3.2m |
| 31/03/2021 | £3.6m | £4.2m |
Common questions
Is ST JOHN'S WINCHESTER financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £1,473k for the year ended 31 March 2025, driven largely by an £823k exceptional impairment of charitable fixed assets. Total net assets decreased by 1.1% to £49,288k, while unrestricted free reserves were held at approximately £18 million, equivalent to six months of budgeted running costs against a policy target of twelve months. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by S&W Audit.
Who funds ST JOHN'S WINCHESTER?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ST JOHN'S WINCHESTER as a grant recipient include THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED | FY2024 | £5k | Poverty |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE BAND TRUST | 2 | £340k |
| THE EDWARD GOSTLING FOUNDATION | 2 | £35k |
| THE OFENHEIM CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £48k |
| THE BALCOMBE CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £25k |
| THE BRITFORD BRIDGE TRUST | 1 | £20k |
| PILKINGTON CHARITIES FUND | 1 | £17k |
| HYDE PARK PLACE ESTATE CHARITY | 1 | £16k |
| WINCHESTER ROTARY CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION | 1 | £15k |
Charities like this
- FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY
- AGE CONCERN KINGSTON UPON THAMES
- HOME-START WINCHESTER AND DISTRICTS
- THE ALMSHOUSE OF ST JOHN THE BAPTIST AND ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST
- ST JOHN'S LICHFIELD
- ST. JOHN'S FOUNDATION EST. 1174
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN'S WINCHESTER | £2.9m | — | — | below | — | no doubt |
| FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY | £22.0m | £140,001 - £150,000 | 16 | below | — | no doubt |
| AGE CONCERN KINGSTON UPON THAMES | £2.2m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HOME-START WINCHESTER AND DISTRICTS | £152k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE ALMSHOUSE OF ST JOHN THE BAPTIST AND ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST | £160k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ST JOHN'S LICHFIELD | £538k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |