Bognor Regis Baptist Church
Also known as: Opengate Baptist Church, Opengate Church, The Shore Community Church
worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching;baptism, evangelism and mission, the teaching, encouragement, welcome & inclusion of young people; nurture and growth of Christian disciples;education and training for Christian and community service;pastoral care;supporting,encouraging charitable social action in the UK & abroad;encouraging relationships with & supporting other Christians.
Activities & Mission
worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching;baptism, evangelism and mission, the teaching, encouragement, welcome & inclusion of young people; nurture and growth of Christian disciples;education and training for Christian and community service;pastoral care;supporting,encouraging charitable social action in the UK & abroad;encouraging relationships with & supporting other Christians.
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
Financial Efficiency
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Bognor Regis Baptist Church (organisation 5006005)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £393,900 | £405,749 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2024 | £211,674 | £191,249 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bognor Regis Baptist Church
What does Bognor Regis Baptist Church do?
worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching;baptism, evangelism and mission, the teaching, encouragement, welcome & inclusion of young people; nurture and growth of Christian disciples;education and training for Christian and community service;pastoral care;supporting,encouraging charitable social action in the UK & abroad;encouraging relationships with & supporting other Christians.
How much income did Bognor Regis Baptist Church report in 2025?
Bognor Regis Baptist Church reported total income of £394k and reported expenditure of £406k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bognor Regis Baptist Church registered as a charity?
Bognor Regis Baptist Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 July 2018 as charity number 1179247. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Bognor Regis Baptist Church?
Bognor Regis Baptist Church is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is JAMIE STEPHEN JOHN FREDRICKS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bognor Regis Baptist Church operate?
Bognor Regis Baptist Church operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bognor Regis Baptist Church a registered charity?
Yes — Bognor Regis Baptist Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179247.
Details
73 VICTORIA DRIVE
BOGNOR REGIS
PO21 2TD
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Also Known As
- Opengate Baptist Church
- Opengate Church
- The Shore Community Church
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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