Bethesda Methodist Church

Bethesda Methodist Church serves the Leckhampton community of Cheltenham offering a welcoming and caring approach to church activities both within the building and surrounding areas.

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Activities & Mission

Bethesda Methodist Church serves the Leckhampton community of Cheltenham offering a welcoming and caring approach to church activities both within the building and surrounding areas.

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

Gloucestershire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£158,359

Latest Expenditure

£223,492

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 141.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 141.1%

Expenditure as % of income

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£158,359	£223,492	0 / 40
2024	£321,336	£140,851	0 / 40
2023	£143,428	£136,706	0 / 100
2022	£127,322	£150,068	0 / 100
2021	£180,658	£136,267	0 / 100

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bethesda Methodist Church

What does Bethesda Methodist Church do?

Bethesda Methodist Church serves the Leckhampton community of Cheltenham offering a welcoming and caring approach to church activities both within the building and surrounding areas.

How much income did Bethesda Methodist Church report in 2025?

Bethesda Methodist Church reported total income of £158k and reported expenditure of £223k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bethesda Methodist Church registered as a charity?

Bethesda Methodist Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 February 2020 as charity number 1188011. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Bethesda Methodist Church?

Bethesda Methodist Church is governed by a board of 18 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bethesda Methodist Church operate?

Bethesda Methodist Church operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bethesda Methodist Church a registered charity?

Yes — Bethesda Methodist Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188011.