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Church Charity

We exist for the purpose of organising regular Christian worship in Sweffling and for maintaining the fabric of our historic parish church. We contribute financially to Christian mission in the UK and to overseas aid/famine relief.

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Activities & Mission

We exist for the purpose of organising regular Christian worship in Sweffling and for maintaining the fabric of our historic parish church. We contribute financially to Christian mission in the UK and to overseas aid/famine relief.

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

Latest Income
£11,513
Latest Expenditure
£7,690

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 66.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 66.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£11,513
£7,6900 / 10
2023
£13,020
£12,9510 / 20
2022
£10,290
£7,2470 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Church Charity

What does Church Charity do?

We exist for the purpose of organising regular Christian worship in Sweffling and for maintaining the fabric of our historic parish church. We contribute financially to Christian mission in the UK and to overseas aid/famine relief.

How much income did Church Charity report in 2024?

Church Charity reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Church Charity registered as a charity?

Church Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 December 1974 as charity number 269437. It has been registered for 52 years.

Who runs Church Charity?

Church Charity is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Martin Percival. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Church Charity operate?

Church Charity operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Church Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Church Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 269437.

Details

Address
BRIDGE FARM
SWEFFLING
SAXMUNDHAM
IP17 2BA
Registration Date
3 December 1974
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
269437
Charity Number
269437

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Trustees

Rev Martin Percival Chair
SHEILA ANN TESH
Also governs 2 other charities

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30 July 2026
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