Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst
Also known as: Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy (midhurst, Uckfield and Shoreham-by-Sea), Convent of Mercy
The Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy was founded for the purpose of the education of the poor and for the help of those in any kind of need. The convent became St Margaret's Convent. The Sisters engage in a variety of ministries, working in schools, aprishes, hospitals, day centres and outreach.
Activities & Mission
The Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy was founded for the purpose of the education of the poor and for the help of those in any kind of need. The convent became St Margaret's Convent. The Sisters engage in a variety of ministries, working in schools, aprishes, hospitals, day centres and outreach.
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 16% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 851). How is this calculated?
Higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £531,837 | £266,238 | £245,920 | £13,699,922 | £268,062 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £530,697 | £261,624 | £241,961 | £13,309,933 | £201,800 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £372,846 | £209,003 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £824,066 | £271,785 | £251,334 | £12,873,016 | £12,873,016 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £249,320 | £268,525 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst
What does Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst do?
The Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy was founded for the purpose of the education of the poor and for the help of those in any kind of need. The convent became St Margaret's Convent. The Sisters engage in a variety of ministries, working in schools, aprishes, hospitals, day centres and outreach.
How much income did Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst report in 2025?
Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst reported total income of £532k and reported expenditure of £266k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst?
Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst has a program ratio of 46.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 851 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst registered as a charity?
Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 August 1964 as charity number 235961. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst?
Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAULA SUSAN THOMAS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst operate?
Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst a registered charity?
Yes — Charity For The Sisters Of Mercy Midhurst is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 235961.
Details
1 St. Margaret's Way
MIDHURST
West Sussex
GU29 9FQ
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Also Known As
- Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy (midhurst, Uckfield and Shoreham-by-Sea)
- Convent of Mercy
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated