Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes
Also known as: The Pickering Fields Trust
The principal activity is the provision of a house (49 Newton Road, Knowle) for the use of the parish of Knowle. This house is leased to a member of the clergy at a market rent. From the rental income received, the charity insures the building and carries out repairs and improvements to the property.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity is the provision of a house (49 Newton Road, Knowle) for the use of the parish of Knowle. This house is leased to a member of the clergy at a market rent. From the rental income received, the charity insures the building and carries out repairs and improvements to the property.
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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £29,003 | £174,561 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £32,107 | £53,032 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £30,741 | £36,432 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £24,109 | £16,261 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes
What does Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes do?
The principal activity is the provision of a house (49 Newton Road, Knowle) for the use of the parish of Knowle. This house is leased to a member of the clergy at a market rent. From the rental income received, the charity insures the building and carries out repairs and improvements to the property.
How much income did Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes report in 2025?
Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £175k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes registered as a charity?
Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 April 1967 as charity number 238492. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes?
Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Geoffrey Peter Lanham. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes operate?
Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes operates in Solihull, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes a registered charity?
Yes — Charities For Ecclesiastical And Other Purposes is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 238492.
Details
Knowle
SOLIHULL
B93 0LN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Pickering Fields Trust
Data & trust
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- 30 July 2026
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