FREESCHOOL COURT CHURCH
The purposes of the church, as set out in the constitution are twofold:1) the advancement of the Christian faith, in accordance with the basis of faith, primarily, but not exclusively within Bridgend and the surrounding neighbourhood;2) such other charitable purposes, as shall, in the opinion of the managing trustees, further the work of the church.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the church held £73,145 in general reserves at the end of the financial year, which is below the stated policy target of 25% to 50% of annual expenditure. The church reported a net receipt of £465 for the year, with total receipts of £115,869 against payments of £115,404.
What the accounts disclose
“The Church aims, over time, to hold general reserves equivalent to between 25% and 50% of annual expenditure” — page 5
“Mr M Pickett received welfare donations of £300, earmarked gifts of £875 and £1,600 for Christian ministry work including services preaching at the church to cover the pastor’s absence. No other trustees received any payments.” — page 10
“Mr M Pickett received welfare donations of £300, earmarked gifts of £875 and £1,600 for Christian ministry work including services preaching at the church to cover the pastor’s absence. No other trustees received any payments.” — page 10
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (07/03/2022)
Trustees
- Dr Arfon Ieuan Davies
- Dr Mark Alan Gilmore
- Dr Mark Andrew Pickett
- Rev IWAN RHYS JONES BScBDMPhil
- Trevor Ian White
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £116k | £115k |
| 31/03/2024 | £156k | £117k |
| 31/03/2023 | £137k | £194k |
| 31/03/2022 | £104k | £73k |
| 31/03/2021 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is FREESCHOOL COURT CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the church held £73,145 in general reserves at the end of the financial year, which is below the stated policy target of 25% to 50% of annual expenditure. The church reported a net receipt of £465 for the year, with total receipts of £115,869 against payments of £115,404. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.