THE HOSPITAL OF WILLIAM PARSON
The relief of those in need, by reason of age, financial hardship or other disadvantage, through provision of an almshouse providing affordable social housing for the people of Guildford. Preference is given to female applicants of not less than 55 years of age and of modest financial means who have lived in the borough of Guildford for not less than two years.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a net surplus of £25,695 for the year, with total net assets increasing to £291,938. The trustees report that unrestricted reserves are held at £202,018 in the general reserve, supplemented by designated funds for repairs, indicating a stable financial position with no borrowings.
What the accounts disclose
“Maintenance contributions received 115,998” — page 13
“The Trustees have agreed at present to hold £100,000 in free reserves and additionally an amount in general reserves representing at least six months’ expenditure.” — page 5
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (14/05/2021)
Trustees
- Sheila Oviatt Hamchair
- Anthony Kynaston Jacques
- Christopher Hedley Kirton
- Linda Green
- SIMON LOVELESS
- Sarah Jane Ann Godfrey
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £123k | £113k |
| 31/12/2024 | £115k | £96k |
| 31/12/2023 | £105k | £80k |
| 31/12/2022 | £96k | £83k |
| 31/12/2021 | £91k | £95k |
Common questions
Is THE HOSPITAL OF WILLIAM PARSON financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a net surplus of £25,695 for the year, with total net assets increasing to £291,938. The trustees report that unrestricted reserves are held at £202,018 in the general reserve, supplemented by designated funds for repairs, indicating a stable financial position with no borrowings. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.