BEACON CHURCH, BURY ST EDMUNDS, SUFFOLK
Beacon Church Bury St Edmunds is a faith-based charity dedicated to serving the local community through Christian outreach, pastoral care, and social support initiatives. Our mission is to share the love of Christ by fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where people of all backgrounds can find spiritual guidance, practical assistance, and a sense of belonging. We engage in a variety of
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a significant net surplus of £566,293 for the year ended 30 April 2025, driven largely by a large legacy income of £567,138. Total consolidated funds increased to £1,132,723, with unrestricted reserves standing at £821,169, which is substantially above the stated policy target of £25,000. The trustees confirmed that resources are adequate to continue operations as a going concern with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“Our policy is to hold one months’ operating costs, amounting to £25,000 to ensure stability.” — page 5
“During the year the charity paid G Jones in honorarium totalling £1,600 (2024:£800) for non-trustee related services” — page 21
“David Strawson & Rebecca Strawson, employees of the group, are family members to the trustees P Strawson & H Dixon. During the year the charity paid the 2 family members amounts totalling £28,687” — page 21
“During the year the charity paid G Jones in honorarium totalling £1,600 (2024:£800) for non-trustee related services” — page 21
“David Strawson & Rebecca Strawson, employees of the group, are family members to the trustees P Strawson & H Dixon. During the year the charity paid the 2 family members amounts totalling £28,687” — page 21
“The charity has a fully owned subsidiary company, Little Acorns Childcare Bury St Edmunds Limited.” — page 13
Leadership, per the charity’s website
- Sujith Alex — Leader/Guide
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 30/04/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (13/06/2025)
Trustees
- Paul Anthony Sissonschair
- DAVID STEVENSON
- Grayson Edward Jones
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/04/2025 | £1.1m | £520k |
Common questions
Is BEACON CHURCH, BURY ST EDMUNDS, SUFFOLK financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a significant net surplus of £566,293 for the year ended 30 April 2025, driven largely by a large legacy income of £567,138. Total consolidated funds increased to £1,132,723, with unrestricted reserves standing at £821,169, which is substantially above the stated policy target of £25,000. The trustees confirmed that resources are adequate to continue operations as a going concern with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Lovewell Blake LLP.