PARK HILL EVANGELICAL CHURCH
To advance the Christian faith in accordance with our statements of belief (in Brighton, East Sussex and other parts of the UK or the world) in such ways as the Trustees may from time to time may think fit.To relieve persons who are in various types of need as the Trustees may from time to time think fit, consistent with our statement of beliefs.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing of resources of £543 for the year, with total receipts of £47,746 and total payments of £48,289. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves held at the end of the year were £10,000, which is below the stated policy target of covering three months of expenditure. The charity holds significant fixed assets, including a church building valued at £2,843,872 and residential property valued at £496,103.
What the accounts disclose
“The annual amount of £9,000 (2023/24 -£18,496) was paid for Derek Fortnam for his pastoral role of the charity.” — page 10
“Reserves Policy When planning an annual budget, an amount not less than would cover 3 months expenditure should be retained throughout the year, the amount of reserves held at the end of the year is £10,000.” — page 4
“The annual amount of £9,000 (2023/24 -£18,496) was paid for Derek Fortnam for his pastoral role of the charity. Also, payments were made for Administration and accounting Services to Margaret Clarke totaling £2,500 (2023/24 £5,000), plus reimbursement for small items paid for on behalf of the Charity.” — page 10
“The annual amount of £9,000 (2023/24 -£18,496) was paid for Derek Fortnam for his pastoral role of the charity. Also, payments were made for Administration and accounting Services to Margaret Clarke totaling £2,500 (2023/24 £5,000), plus reimbursement for small items paid for on behalf of the Charity. No other material transaction took place between the Charity and a trustee or any person connected with them during the period.” — page 10
Trustees
- John Charles Prideaux
- John Francis Dean
- Margaret Ann Clarke
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £48k | £48k |
| 30/09/2024 | £14k | £0 |
| 30/09/2023 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is PARK HILL EVANGELICAL CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing of resources of £543 for the year, with total receipts of £47,746 and total payments of £48,289. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves held at the end of the year were £10,000, which is below the stated policy target of covering three months of expenditure. The charity holds significant fixed assets, including a church building valued at £2,843,872 and residential property valued at £496,103. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of PARK HILL EVANGELICAL CHURCH earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £0 - £5,000 band.