THE METHODIST CHURCH BARNSLEY SOUTH
The Methodist Church Barnsley South seeks to share the gospel of Christ in the communities it serves. It maintains a Christian presence in the communities of Birdwell, Darfield Wesley, Great Houghton, Hoyland, Pilley, Valley Darfield and Wombwell by holding regular Christian worship, groups to study the bible & Christian principles and running activities to support the community.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £142,703, which is significantly above the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £66,000. The charity reported a surplus for the year and holds total funds of £146,884, indicating a stable financial position with no material uncertainties disclosed.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees feel it prudent to ensure that there are reserves to cover costs for 6 months. Based on anticipated levels of spend, the Church will work to maintain reserves of approximately £66,000.” — page 6
“During the year the charity paid the Circuit Assessment, to Barnsley Methodist Circuit, of £61,400 (2024: £58,460). There were no other transactions with any person or party closely related to a trustee, during this or the previous financial period.” — page 14
Trustees
- Alice Gledhill
- Amelia CHAMBERS
- BARBARA TEWSON
- Catherine Elizabeth Bernadette Fisher
- Eileen Margaret Ann McHale
- George Tewson
- Hilary Marilyn Simmons
- Jacqueline Ann Praed
- Joan Haywood
- Joan MYNETT
- Judith MacFARLANE
- LESLIE JAMES COOLING
- Margaret Anne Beardshall
- Margaret PRESCOTT
- Mavis Kitchen
- Michael William Sanderson
- Rev Andrew John Atkins
- Rev Eileen Anne Sanderson
- Rev Michael Anthony Neal
- Sarah Louise Kaye
- Tina Mary Ellis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £151k | £126k |
| 31/08/2024 | £154k | £132k |
| 31/08/2023 | £118k | £111k |
| 31/08/2022 | £118k | £134k |
| 31/08/2021 | £82k | £80k |
Common questions
Is THE METHODIST CHURCH BARNSLEY SOUTH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £142,703, which is significantly above the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £66,000. The charity reported a surplus for the year and holds total funds of £146,884, indicating a stable financial position with no material uncertainties disclosed. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.