Belmont Abbey General CIO

The support of the community of Benedictine monks based at Belmont Abbey in Herefordshire in their work and life under the Rule of St Benedict

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Activities & Mission

The support of the community of Benedictine monks based at Belmont Abbey in Herefordshire in their work and life under the Rule of St Benedict

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

Herefordshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,428,686

Latest Expenditure

£1,154,119

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 59.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 73.6%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 28.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £696,813

Charitable Activities £32,587

Other Trading £332,619

Investments £366,472

Other Income £195

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £849,976

Raising Funds £304,143

Governance £27,130

Grants to Institutions £0

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 2024.

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2025 — Belmont Abbey General Trust (organisation 226278)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£1,428,686	£1,154,119	£849,976	£6,980,993	£1,306,652	10 / 66
2023	£1,097,136	£926,696	£595,143	£6,441,818	£880,866	10 / 25
2023	£584,494	£540,538	£410,466	£6,681,059	£888,042	5 / 40
2022	£7,406,884	£839,216	£559,182	£6,441,818	£753,137	10 / 53
2021	£0	£0				0 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Belmont Abbey General CIO

What does Belmont Abbey General CIO do?

The support of the community of Benedictine monks based at Belmont Abbey in Herefordshire in their work and life under the Rule of St Benedict

How much income did Belmont Abbey General CIO report in 2024?

Belmont Abbey General CIO reported total income of £1.43m and reported expenditure of £1.15m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Belmont Abbey General CIO registered as a charity?

Belmont Abbey General CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 June 2020 as charity number 1190035. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Belmont Abbey General CIO?

Belmont Abbey General CIO is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Right Reverend Keith Brendan Martel Thomas OSB. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Belmont Abbey General CIO operate?

Belmont Abbey General CIO operates in Herefordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Belmont Abbey General CIO a registered charity?

Yes — Belmont Abbey General CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190035.