GODALMING BAPTIST CHURCH
In fulfilling the purpose of the Church the Church will engage in a range of activities either on its own or with others that may vary from time to time with activities being initiated, expanded, or closed as appropriate.the activities may include but are not restricted to - regular public worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching, and teaching- baptism, as defined by the Baptist Union of GB
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a surplus of £194,941 for the year, driven largely by a £241,209 legacy, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £2,043,310. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted cash balances of £410,598 comfortably exceed the stated reserves policy target of £50,000. The trustees acknowledge that operating at a deficit is not sustainable in the long term but confirm that resources are adequate to continue activities.
What the accounts disclose
“Income this year is higher than usual as it includes a legacy of £241,209 from a church member.”
“The trustees consider that the ideal level of reserves is £50,000, approximately three months of regular expenditure.”
“The trustees are aware that operating at a deficit is not sustainable in the long-term.They will continue to monitor the financial situation carefully.” — page 4
“During the year one trustee, Jack Curtis, received remuneration of £3,292 and pension contributions of £336 in respect of his employment as Associate Pastor. Under the terms of his contract of employment, he was also provided with a laptop and was reimbursed his removal costs, at a total cost to the charity of £611.” — page 11
“Tony Bennewith is a director of Bennewith 2018 Ltd, which invoiced the church £6,360 during the year for bookkeeping and accountancy services. The balance outstanding at 5.4.25 was £nil.” — page 17
“Donations totalling £23,510 were received from the trustees during the year and a further £5,300 was received from a charitable trust connected with a church trustee.” — page 17
“Tony Bennewith is a director of Bennewith 2018 Ltd, which invoiced the church £6,360 during the year for bookkeeping and accountancy services. The balance outstanding at 5.4.25 was £nil.” — page 17
“Donations totalling £23,510 were received from the trustees during the year and a further £5,300 was received from a charitable trust connected with a church trustee.” — page 17
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (26/08/2020)
Trustees
- ANTHONY JOHN BENNEWITH
- Andrew James Lucas
- Jack Samuel Cooke Curtis
- Malcolm Bowgett
- Peter Alexander Barringer
- Rev Peter Jackson
- Stephanie Lucas
- maureen Jones
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £385k | £190k |
| 05/04/2024 | £289k | £145k |
| 05/04/2023 | £289k | £145k |
| 05/04/2022 | £113k | £133k |
| 05/04/2021 | £120k | £118k |
Common questions
Is GODALMING BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a surplus of £194,941 for the year, driven largely by a £241,209 legacy, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £2,043,310. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted cash balances of £410,598 comfortably exceed the stated reserves policy target of £50,000. The trustees acknowledge that operating at a deficit is not sustainable in the long term but confirm that resources are adequate to continue activities. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.