THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST ANDREW, BISHOPSTONE
Enabling local people to live out their faith as part of our Parish community through worship and prayer; learning about the gospel and developing their knowledge and trust in Jesus; teaching, baptising and nurturing new and existing believers; provision of pastoral care for people living in the parish and supporting missionary and outreach work as part of our charitable giving.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased by £12,186, resulting in total unrestricted funds of £670,269 at year-end. The Treasurer notes that reserves are higher than the stated six-month policy target due to significant legacies held for future projects. The charity reports stable finances despite rising costs, supported by investment income and past legacies.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees aim to maintain free reserves in unrestricted funds at a level which equates to approximately six months of unrestricted charitable expenditure.” — page 10
Trustees
- Hilary Susan Norsworthychair
- Ann Graham
- Anne Clark
- Brenda Joan Westcott
- Christine Barbara Jennings
- Elizabeth Jinks
- Joanna Taylor
- Laurence James Taylor
- Malcolm Grenville Mazey
- Margaret Jane Lucy
- PHILIP FRANCIS POPLE
- Pauline Margaret Martin
- Rev Simon James Earnshaw
- Sarah Elizabeth Butler
- Teresa May Everest
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £75k | £70k |
| 31/12/2024 | £71k | £82k |
| 31/12/2023 | £83k | £74k |
| 31/12/2022 | £48k | £77k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST ANDREW, BISHOPSTONE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased by £12,186, resulting in total unrestricted funds of £670,269 at year-end. The Treasurer notes that reserves are higher than the stated six-month policy target due to significant legacies held for future projects. The charity reports stable finances despite rising costs, supported by investment income and past legacies. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.