Bristol Cathedral
Also known as: Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity, Bristol
Our charitable objects are to advance the Christian faith and our mission, in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, care for the Cathedral building and pursue other charitable purposes that further those two purposes.
Activities & Mission
Our charitable objects are to advance the Christian faith and our mission, in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, care for the Cathedral building and pursue other charitable purposes that further those two purposes.
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 98% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 49% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,939,652 | £3,410,724 | £3,327,101 | £5,817,625 | £350,461 | 62 / 200 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bristol Cathedral
What does Bristol Cathedral do?
Our charitable objects are to advance the Christian faith and our mission, in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, care for the Cathedral building and pursue other charitable purposes that further those two purposes.
How much income did Bristol Cathedral report in 2024?
Bristol Cathedral reported total income of £1.94m and reported expenditure of £3.41m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bristol Cathedral?
Bristol Cathedral has a program ratio of 171.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bristol Cathedral registered as a charity?
Bristol Cathedral was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 2023 as charity number 1204673. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs Bristol Cathedral?
Bristol Cathedral is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bristol Cathedral operate?
Bristol Cathedral operates across 6 areas, including Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, Gloucestershire and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Bristol Cathedral a registered charity?
Yes — Bristol Cathedral is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204673.
Details
COLLEGE GREEN
BRISTOL
BS1 5TJ
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Also Known As
- Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity, Bristol
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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