Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester
Also known as: Rochester Cathedral
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.To care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building.To advance any other charitable purposes.
Activities & Mission
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.To care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building.To advance any other charitable 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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 16% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% 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 | £2,186,000 | £2,501,000 | £1,160,000 | £21,691,000 | £725,000 | 33 / 368 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester
What does Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester do?
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.To care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building.To advance any other charitable purposes.
How much income did Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester report in 2024?
Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester reported total income of £2.19m and reported expenditure of £2.50m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester?
Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester has a program ratio of 53.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester registered as a charity?
Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 February 2024 as charity number 1206900. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester?
Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Philip Hesketh DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester operate?
Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester operates across 4 areas: Bexley, Bromley, Kent and Medway.
Is Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester a registered charity?
Yes — Cathedral Church Of Christ And The Blessed Virgin Mary, Rochester is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1206900.
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- 14 May 2026
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