THE IPSWICH HISTORIC CHURCHES TRUST
The charity cares for 4 redundant churches in Ipswich. It ensures access for the public and use for civic, public or educational purposes. It holds a watching brief for other redundant churches in the town.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £30,502 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £29,253 to £41,797 (note: the balance sheet shows total funds carried forward of £41,797, up from £29,253, despite the net expenditure line in SoFA showing a loss; the SoFA reconciliation shows a net movement of funds of £12,544 increase in total funds from £29,253 to £41,797). The trustees confirm the charity has sufficient funds to meet costs for the foreseeable future and is prepared on a going concern basis. The charity has no employees and relies on grants, donations, and rental income to fund its charitable activities.
What the accounts disclose
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- PETER BROOKSchair
- Carole Elizabeth Jones
- Colin John Kreidewolf
- Councillor Adam Rae
- David John Vincent
- Dr John Warren
- Katharine Jane Salter
- MR J S FIELD
- MR M A EVANS
- MR M SHARMAN
- MR R J KINDRED MBE
- ROBERT WILLIAM ALLEN
- Stuart Allen
- Terence Dean Hunt
- Valerie Anne Bint
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £43k | £31k |
| 31/12/2024 | £51k | £30k |
| 31/12/2023 | £142k | £178k |
| 31/12/2022 | £98k | £125k |
| 31/12/2021 | £33k | £90k |
Common questions
Is THE IPSWICH HISTORIC CHURCHES TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £30,502 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £29,253 to £41,797 (note: the balance sheet shows total funds carried forward of £41,797, up from £29,253, despite the net expenditure line in SoFA showing a loss; the SoFA reconciliation shows a net movement of funds of £12,544 increase in total funds from £29,253 to £41,797). The trustees confirm the charity has sufficient funds to meet costs for the foreseeable future and is prepared on a going concern basis. The charity has no employees and relies on grants, donations, and rental income to fund its charitable activities. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE IPSWICH HISTORIC CHURCHES TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE IPSWICH HISTORIC CHURCHES TRUST as a grant recipient include YORKSHIRE BUILDING SOCIETY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE BUILDING SOCIETY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £2k |