Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford
Also known as: Chelmsford Cathedral
The charity advances the Christian religion in accordance with the practice of the Church of England, cares for and conserves the fabric and structure of the Cathedral, and advances other charitable purposes which are ancillary to its other purposes.
Activities & Mission
The charity advances the Christian religion in accordance with the practice of the Church of England, cares for and conserves the fabric and structure of the Cathedral, and advances other charitable purposes which are ancillary to its other 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 37% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 14% 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 | £1,310,347 | £1,327,367 | £1,045,946 | £6,001,288 | £462,481 | 28 / 150 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford
What does Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford do?
The charity advances the Christian religion in accordance with the practice of the Church of England, cares for and conserves the fabric and structure of the Cathedral, and advances other charitable purposes which are ancillary to its other purposes.
How much income did Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford report in 2024?
Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford reported total income of £1.31m and reported expenditure of £1.33m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford?
Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford has a program ratio of 79.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% 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 St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford registered as a charity?
Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 2024 as charity number 1207270. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford?
Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford operate?
Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford operates across 6 areas, including Barking And Dagenham, Essex, Havering and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford a registered charity?
Yes — Cathedral Church Of St Mary The Virgin, St Peter And St Cedd, Chelmsford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1207270.
Details
53 New Street
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 1TY
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Also Known As
- Chelmsford Cathedral
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- 14 May 2026
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