CANYNGES SOCIETY (FRIENDS OF ST MARY REDCLIFFE)
To raise funds for the support of the parish Church of St Mary Redcliffe in the City of Bristol, especially for the restoration and upkeep of the fabric of the Church and churchyard; and (inter alia) towards the education of the general public in relation to the history of the parish of St Mary Redcliffe.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £67,877 for the year, driven by a £67,604 gain on investments, resulting in total net assets of £1,121,490. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern, citing significant net assets and reserves. Free reserves of £48,582 are held, which is above the stated policy target of one year's expenditure (£18,000–£24,000).
What the accounts disclose
“The policy of the Standing Committee is to maintain a reserve whereby the unrestricted funds not designated, committed or invested in tangible fixed assets ("the free reserves") held by the charity should be one year's total expenditure, excluding grants, which amounts to between £18,000 and £24,000” — page 6
Trustees
- Christopher Michael James Stanleychair
- Edward Kenneth Clarke
- Michael Robert Craggs
- PAMELA REID
- Richard Clarke
- Simon James Connelly Tofts
- Stephen Bruce Chatterton Allen
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £37k | £36k |
| 31/12/2024 | £35k | £65k |
| 31/12/2023 | £52k | £29k |
| 31/12/2022 | £28k | £51k |
| 31/12/2021 | £33k | £26k |
Common questions
Is CANYNGES SOCIETY (FRIENDS OF ST MARY REDCLIFFE) financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £67,877 for the year, driven by a £67,604 gain on investments, resulting in total net assets of £1,121,490. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern, citing significant net assets and reserves. Free reserves of £48,582 are held, which is above the stated policy target of one year's expenditure (£18,000–£24,000). Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.