THE EDEN CHURCH
Church activities including regular public services of Christian worship, plus other activities for members and wider community.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £117,500 exceed the trustees' policy target of approximately £47,000, providing a buffer against expected legal costs and rental uncertainty. The charity reported a surplus for the year, with cash holdings increasing by £13,300 to £122,100. The trustees note that the sale of the Riverside building is in progress and the manse tenancy is uncertain in 2026, but current resources are deemed adequate.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees feel it is still prudent to fix the reserves at 6 months of budgeted running costs, including the equivalent of a full-time minister, which is approximately £47,000.” — page 5
“Mary McLachlan, a trustee from July 2025, served as a church leader and was paid £12,687, plus employer pension contributions of £1,269. These payments are permitted by the charity's governing document. In addition, the charity incurred expenditure costs in respect of the contribution towards accommodation (which is customary for ministers) to Mary McLachlan, a trustee, so that they could better perform their duties.” — page 10
“Transactions with related parties Mary McLachlan, a trustee from July 2025, served as a church leader and was paid £12,687, plus employer pension contributions of £1,269. These payments are permitted by the charity's governing document. In addition, the charity incurred expenditure costs in respect of the contribution towards accommodation (which is customary for ministers) to Mary McLachlan, a trustee, so that they could better perform their duties. This is included in Ministry costs in note 2.”
Trustees
- David Franklin
- David McLachlan
- Dianne Mary McLachlan
- John Nichol
- John Visser
- Julie Barry
- Matthew Young
- Ron Sutton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £70k | £57k |
| 31/12/2024 | £64k | £79k |
Common questions
Is THE EDEN CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves of £117,500 exceed the trustees' policy target of approximately £47,000, providing a buffer against expected legal costs and rental uncertainty. The charity reported a surplus for the year, with cash holdings increasing by £13,300 to £122,100. The trustees note that the sale of the Riverside building is in progress and the manse tenancy is uncertain in 2026, but current resources are deemed adequate. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.