ALDWICK BAPTIST CHURCH
Regular public worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching; Baptism, as defined in the Baptist Union's Declaration of Principle; Evangelism and mission, locally, regionally, nationally and internationally; The teaching, encouragement, for all ages; Nurture and growth of Christian disciples; Education and training for Christian and community service; Pastoral care
Objects
THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH ACCORDING TO THE PRINCIPLES OF THE BAPTIST DENOMINATION. THE CHURCH MAY ALSO ADVANCE EDUCATION AND CARRY OUT OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND/OR OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that total income for the year was £96,135, resulting in a surplus of receipts over payments of £13,891. The charity holds unrestricted bank and cash balances of £101,221 at the year-end. The trustees report that resources are adequate to continue operating, with no material uncertainties identified by the independent examiner.
What the accounts disclose
“The Baptist Union Employer Hub has provided an estimate of the charity’s share of the overall pension deficit at £120,000.” — page 8
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (24/01/2019)
Trustees
- BRENDA NANSON
- Barbara Eileen Farrington
- CLIVE BENNETT
- DEREK ROBINSON
- John Smith
- Joy Pauline Smith
- Rev Simon John Downing
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £96k | £110k |
| 31/03/2025 | £96k | £110k |
| 31/03/2024 | £78k | £75k |
| 31/03/2023 | £83k | £83k |
| 31/03/2022 | £108k | £82k |
Common questions
Is ALDWICK BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that total income for the year was £96,135, resulting in a surplus of receipts over payments of £13,891. The charity holds unrestricted bank and cash balances of £101,221 at the year-end. The trustees report that resources are adequate to continue operating, with no material uncertainties identified by the independent examiner. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE BAPTIST UNION OF WALES | 1 | £4k |
Charities like this
- TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH, WOOLWICH
- ELIM BAPTIST CHURCH
- ALNWICK BAPTIST CHURCH
- WOODLEY BAPTIST CHURCH
- BRETTON BAPTIST CHURCH
- SEAFORD BAPTIST CHURCH
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALDWICK BAPTIST CHURCH | £96k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH, WOOLWICH | £71k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ELIM BAPTIST CHURCH | £31k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ALNWICK BAPTIST CHURCH | £164k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| WOODLEY BAPTIST CHURCH | £229k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| BRETTON BAPTIST CHURCH | £270k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |