Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth
Also known as: Portsmouth Cathedral
The objects are (a) 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; (b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building; (c) to advance any other charitable purposes which are ancillary to the furtherance of the above purposes
Activities & Mission
The objects are (a) 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; (b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building; (c) to advance any other charitable purposes which are ancillary to the furtherance of the above 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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% 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 | £1,673,612 | £1,424,929 | £1,047,962 | £6,409,328 | £497,445 | 25 / 110 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth
What does Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth do?
The objects are (a) 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; (b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building; (c) to advance any other charitable purposes which are ancillary to the furtherance of the above purposes
How much income did Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth report in 2024?
Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth reported total income of £1.67m and reported expenditure of £1.42m 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 Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth?
Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth has a program ratio of 62.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% 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 Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth registered as a charity?
Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 March 2024 as charity number 1207410. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth?
Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is The Very Reverend Dr Anthony William Nicholas Strephon Cane. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth operate?
Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth operates across 3 areas: Hampshire, Isle Of Wight and Portsmouth City.
Is Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth a registered charity?
Yes — Cathedral Church Of St Thomas Of Canterbury Portsmouth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1207410.
Details
63-68 ST THOMAS'S STREET
PO1 2HA
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Also Known As
- Portsmouth Cathedral
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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