BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH FARNHAM
The purposes of the Church are: the advancement of the Christian faith such other charitable purposes that put into practice the Christian faith such as the prevention and relief of need, hardship and sickness; the advancement of education; etc.
Objects
THE PURPOSES OF THE CHURCH ARE: 3.1.1 THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BASIS OF FAITH PRIMARILY BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY WITHIN FARNHAM, SURREY AND THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBOURHOOD; AND3.1.2 SUCH OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES AS SHALL, IN THE OPINION OF THE CHARITY TRUSTEES, PUT INTO PRACTICE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BASIS OF FAITH, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: THE PREVENTION AND RELIEF OF NEED, HARDSHIP AND SICKNESS; THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION; AND THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH FACILITIES BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE INFIRMITY OR DISABILITY, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR SOCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE;
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £130,590 are maintained at a level equivalent to three months' expenditure, meeting the charity's stated policy target. The charity reported a net income surplus of £11,277 for the year, with total income of £166,291 exceeding total expenditure of £155,014. The trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“1 trustee received a salary of £41,200 commensurate with his role as Pastor (2024: £40,000).” — page 16
“Gross income for the year was £166,291; Manse rental income was £6,000. The remaining income of £157,167 is from gifts and Gift Aid recovered” — page 5
“It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to three month’s expenditure.” — page 6
“1 trustee received a salary of £41,200 commensurate with his role as Pastor (2024: £40,000).” — page 16
“A salary of £16,712 (2024: £16,225) was paid to the wife of a trustee commensurate with her role as church administrator. Trustee remuneration is disclosed in note 8.” — page 20
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Social media policy and procedures
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2024)
Trustees
- David Frederick McNeight
- Dr Andrew Richard Brooks
- James Dancer
- John Clothier
- Keith John Holburn
- Rev Johannes Marinus de Jong
- Richard David Honeysett
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £166k | £155k |
| 31/12/2024 | £1.8m | £136k |
| 31/12/2023 | £0 | £0 |
| 31/12/2022 | £0 | £0 |
| 31/12/2021 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH FARNHAM financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £130,590 are maintained at a level equivalent to three months' expenditure, meeting the charity's stated policy target. The charity reported a net income surplus of £11,277 for the year, with total income of £166,291 exceeding total expenditure of £155,014. The trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH FARNHAM earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £41,200 band.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| INCORPORATED BOURNEMOUTH FREE CHURCH COUNCIL | 1 | £59k |
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH FARNHAM | £166k | £41,200 | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| CHRISTCHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH | £410k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH WALTHAMSTOW | £126k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| TOGETHER FOR CHRIST HIS KINGDOM AND HIS CHURCH | £141k | £30,632 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HEREFORD BAPTIST CHURCH | £164k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| LANSDOWNE BAPTIST CHURCH BOURNEMOUTH | £819k | in excess of £60,000 | 1 | unclear | — | no doubt |