Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting
Also known as: Bunyan Meeting Trust, Bunyan Trust
The Charity aims to a) provide grants to individuals in Bedford, usually members of the Bunyan Meeting non-conformist Church, b) provide a grant towards the Church ministry,c) maintain the fabric of the church, manse and other investment buildings, d) maintain, operate and publicise the world - renowned John Bunyan Museum and library.
Activities & Mission
The Charity aims to a) provide grants to individuals in Bedford, usually members of the Bunyan Meeting non-conformist Church, b) provide a grant towards the Church ministry,c) maintain the fabric of the church, manse and other investment buildings, d) maintain, operate and publicise the world - renowned John Bunyan Museum and library.
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 34% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £445,226 | £459,083 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2023 | £262,731 | £377,282 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2022 | £517,321 | £314,127 | £305,367 | £2,991,246 | £1,086,369 | 6 / 70 |
| 2021 | £243,511 | £409,855 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2020 | £252,114 | £329,553 | 0 / 70 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting
What does Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting do?
The Charity aims to a) provide grants to individuals in Bedford, usually members of the Bunyan Meeting non-conformist Church, b) provide a grant towards the Church ministry,c) maintain the fabric of the church, manse and other investment buildings, d) maintain, operate and publicise the world - renowned John Bunyan Museum and library.
How much income did Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting report in 2024?
Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting reported total income of £445k and reported expenditure of £459k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting?
Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting has a program ratio of 59.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting registered as a charity?
Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 June 1966 as charity number 248195. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting?
Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANDREW STEWART DUTHIE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting operate?
Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting operates across 2 areas: Bedford and Central Bedfordshire.
Is Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting a registered charity?
Yes — Charities Administered In Connection With The Bunyan Meeting is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 248195.
Details
Mill Street
Bedford
MK40 3EU
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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