CHUDLEIGH BAPTIST CHURCH
Based in Chudleigh, Devon.Regular public worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching, baptism, communion, evangelism and mission, teaching, encouragement, welcome and inclusion of young people, nurture and growth of Christian disciples, education and training for Christian and community service, giving and encouraging pastoral care.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £6,277 on unrestricted funds for the year, reducing its unrestricted reserves to £41,195. Despite this deficit, the trustees note that the unrestricted fund balance exceeded their stated policy target of £20,000. Total cash available at year-end was £71,137, down from £81,897 in the previous year.
What the accounts disclose
“It is policy to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds (if possible), which equates to at least three months of unrestricted payments, equivalent to £20,000” — page 3
Trustees
- Anna Louise Sowden
- Miia Thomas
- Paul Reynolds
- Rachel Louise Parker
- Stephen Kimble
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £94k | £105k |
| 31/12/2024 | £93k | £90k |
| 31/12/2023 | £90k | £90k |
| 31/12/2022 | £82k | £77k |
| 31/12/2021 | £91k | £17k |
Common questions
Is CHUDLEIGH BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £6,277 on unrestricted funds for the year, reducing its unrestricted reserves to £41,195. Despite this deficit, the trustees note that the unrestricted fund balance exceeded their stated policy target of £20,000. Total cash available at year-end was £71,137, down from £81,897 in the previous year. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.