Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban
Also known as: St Albans Cathedral
St Albans Cathedral is the cathedral church of the Diocese of St Albans and the parish church for the ecclesiastical parish of St Albans Abbey. Its objects are to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England, and to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the cathedral.
Activities & Mission
St Albans Cathedral is the cathedral church of the Diocese of St Albans and the parish church for the ecclesiastical parish of St Albans Abbey. Its objects are to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England, and to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the cathedral.
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
Higher than 42% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 17% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% 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 | £2,943,000 | £3,379,000 | £2,502,000 | £25,533,000 | £2,410,000 | 55 / 500 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban
What does Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban do?
St Albans Cathedral is the cathedral church of the Diocese of St Albans and the parish church for the ecclesiastical parish of St Albans Abbey. Its objects are to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England, and to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the cathedral.
How much income did Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban report in 2024?
Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban reported total income of £2.94m and reported expenditure of £3.38m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban?
Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban has a program ratio of 85.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban registered as a charity?
Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 March 2024 as charity number 1207312. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban?
Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Very Revd JOANNE KELLY-MOORE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban operate?
Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban operates across 4 areas: Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Luton.
Is Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban a registered charity?
Yes — Cathedral And Abbey Church Of St Alban is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1207312.
Details
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St Albans
AL1 1BY
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- 14 May 2026
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