Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit
Also known as: Basingstoke and Reading Methodist Circuit, Reading and Silchester Methodist Circuit
Promoting christianity by enabling the provision of regular acts of worship in local churches that are open to all. Facilitating the provision of sacred spaces for prayer, contemplation and activities within local communities. Encouraging christian teaching. Local and international Christian outreach, enabling teaching and support through pastoral work, courses and activities.
Activities & Mission
Promoting christianity by enabling the provision of regular acts of worship in local churches that are open to all. Facilitating the provision of sacred spaces for prayer, contemplation and activities within local communities. Encouraging christian teaching. Local and international Christian outreach, enabling teaching and support through pastoral work, courses and activities.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 81% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 41% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Kennet and Test Valley Methodist Circuit (organisation 5003970)
- Asset transfer in in 2015 — Basingstoke Methodist Circuit (organisation 5008836)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £627,061 | £654,185 | £638,408 | £8,743,340 | £200,000 | 12 / 25 |
| 2023 | £1,855,899 | £683,200 | £680,285 | £8,526,700 | £200,000 | 12 / 50 |
| 2022 | £532,789 | £595,125 | £592,006 | £7,327,717 | £200,000 | 14 / 50 |
| 2021 | £582,484 | £652,315 | £649,452 | £6,827,666 | £200,000 | 15 / 50 |
| 2020 | £600,077 | £659,787 | £659,787 | £6,415,017 | £200,000 | 15 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit
What does Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit do?
Promoting christianity by enabling the provision of regular acts of worship in local churches that are open to all. Facilitating the provision of sacred spaces for prayer, contemplation and activities within local communities. Encouraging christian teaching. Local and international Christian outreach, enabling teaching and support through pastoral work, courses and activities.
How much income did Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit report in 2024?
Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit reported total income of £627k and reported expenditure of £654k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit?
Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit has a program ratio of 101.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 81% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit registered as a charity?
Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 March 2010 as charity number 1134891. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit?
Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit is governed by a board of 66 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Martin Pieter Beukes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit operate?
Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit operates across 4 areas: Hampshire, Reading, West Berkshire and Wokingham.
Is Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit a registered charity?
Yes — Berkshire And Hampshire Borders Methodist Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134891.
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RG1 4BW
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Basingstoke and Reading Methodist Circuit
- Reading and Silchester Methodist Circuit
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated