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Bedford Gospel Hall Trust

The Trust provides and maintains gospel halls for the religious activities of Christians often referred to as "Brethren". Details of the origins, teachings and way of life of the Brethren can be found on their website - www.plymouthbrethrenchristianchurch.org.Meetings held at these gospel halls include the Lord's Supper (Communion), Gospel preachings, Bible readings and Bible addresses.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust provides and maintains gospel halls for the religious activities of Christians often referred to as "Brethren". Details of the origins, teachings and way of life of the Brethren can be found on their website - www.plymouthbrethrenchristianchurch.org.Meetings held at these gospel halls include the Lord's Supper (Communion), Gospel preachings, Bible readings and Bible addresses.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,391,884
Latest Expenditure
£1,229,673

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 88.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,976
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £20,191
Other Income £1,369,717

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,229,673
Raising Funds £0
Governance £3,204
Grants to Institutions £1,202,640
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,391,884
£1,229,673£1,229,673£593,528£596,4530 / 10
2024
£21,153
£73,8430 / 20
2023
£38,425
£68,8200 / 20
2022
£50,388
£51,0110 / 30
2021
£52,349
£79,4680 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bedford Gospel Hall Trust

What does Bedford Gospel Hall Trust do?

The Trust provides and maintains gospel halls for the religious activities of Christians often referred to as "Brethren". Details of the origins, teachings and way of life of the Brethren can be found on their website - www.plymouthbrethrenchristianchurch.org.Meetings held at these gospel halls include the Lord's Supper (Communion), Gospel preachings, Bible readings and Bible addresses.

How much income did Bedford Gospel Hall Trust report in 2025?

Bedford Gospel Hall Trust reported total income of £1.39m and reported expenditure of £1.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bedford Gospel Hall Trust registered as a charity?

Bedford Gospel Hall Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 2014 as charity number 1159076. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Bedford Gospel Hall Trust?

Bedford Gospel Hall Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bedford Gospel Hall Trust operate?

Bedford Gospel Hall Trust operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bedford Gospel Hall Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Bedford Gospel Hall Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159076.

Details

Address
Tynwald
Sandy Lane
Church Brampton
NORTHAMPTON
NN6 8AX
Registration Date
5 November 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5050862
Charity Number
1159076

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Trustees

Anthony Stephen Fryer
Brian Parkes
Edward Picton
Ronny Reeves
Thomas Lee Britchford

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