Brunswick Methodist Church

Also known as: The Church in the Heart of the City

Brunswick Methodist Church is part of the Methodist Church of Great Britain. Our strap line is 'The Church at the heart of the city'. We are the successors to John Wesley's [founder of the Methodist Church] first purpose built Methodist Church, we work to bring about change in people through a love of Christ, we act with Christian social justice, teaching, preaching and being a place of refuge.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Local Authority

Gateshead Newcastle Upon Tyne City North Tyneside Northumberland South Tyneside Sunderland

Financial Information

Latest Income

£302,022

Latest Expenditure

£302,720

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 100.2%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 100.2%

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£302,022	£302,720	0 / 50
2024	£224,081	£227,092	0 / 35
2023	£240,530	£241,496	0 / 38
2022	£202,744	£249,178	0 / 35
2021	£204,907	£246,586	0 / 65

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Brunswick Methodist Church

What does Brunswick Methodist Church do?

How much income did Brunswick Methodist Church report in 2025?

Brunswick Methodist Church reported total income of £302k and reported expenditure of £303k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Brunswick Methodist Church registered as a charity?

Brunswick Methodist Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 2009 as charity number 1128118. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Brunswick Methodist Church?

Brunswick Methodist Church is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Paul David Cleever-Thorpe BA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Brunswick Methodist Church operate?

Brunswick Methodist Church operates across 6 areas, including Gateshead, Newcastle Upon Tyne City, North Tyneside and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Brunswick Methodist Church a registered charity?

Yes — Brunswick Methodist Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1128118.