THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF THE BRIDGE GROUP
The role of the PCC is to oversee the affairs of the Parish, including financial management, safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and the care and maintenance of the church buildings. Also to assist the clergy in the leadership and spiritual guidance of the Parish.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the parish recorded an operating surplus of £75,000, driven by increased voluntary receipts and reduced operating costs. However, overall reserves fell by £294,000 to £188,000 due to £370,000 in exceptional restricted spending on major church building projects. The trustees note that lean times are anticipated ahead due to rising utility and insurance costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Reserves at the end of December 2025 were £188k, a reduction of £294k, representing a cash outflow, mainly from Restricted Reserves.” — page 19
Trustees
- Alan Frank Barber
- Alison Mannering
- Amanda Jane Barker
- BRIGADIER MARTIN JOHN MEARDON
- Carol Ann Day
- Daphne Elizabeth Oylin Reece
- Dr Andrea Margaret Nicholson PhD BSc
- Evelyn Alethea Andrews
- GRAHAM DUPLOCK
- Gillian Moon
- Laurence Henry Dunderdale
- MIRIAM JEAN WESTENDARP
- Nicola Fry
- Pauline Ann Pritchard
- Priscilla Wright
- RODERICK GRANT WETHERELL MD FRCS
- Rosemary Anne Whatley
- Rosemary Jane Elizabeth Atkinson
- WILLIAM JOHN DAY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £188k | £262k |
| 31/12/2024 | £351k | £148k |
| 31/12/2023 | £156k | £139k |
| 31/12/2022 | £161k | £146k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF THE BRIDGE GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the parish recorded an operating surplus of £75,000, driven by increased voluntary receipts and reduced operating costs. However, overall reserves fell by £294,000 to £188,000 due to £370,000 in exceptional restricted spending on major church building projects. The trustees note that lean times are anticipated ahead due to rising utility and insurance costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.