Church Estate
Also known as: Church Estate of the Ecclestastical Parish of Dorchester
To provide grants to the three C of E Churches in Dorchester, to assist essential projects and especially where emergency funding is required. Grants are made to projects where the costs greatly exceed that which cannot be achieved by normal fund raising and donations for the projects.
Activities & Mission
To provide grants to the three C of E Churches in Dorchester, to assist essential projects and especially where emergency funding is required. Grants are made to projects where the costs greatly exceed that which cannot be achieved by normal fund raising and donations for the projects.
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 | £39,231 | £50,065 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £37,888 | £41,922 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £35,653 | £56,981 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £34,582 | £49,850 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £30,719 | £36,605 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Church Estate
What does Church Estate do?
To provide grants to the three C of E Churches in Dorchester, to assist essential projects and especially where emergency funding is required. Grants are made to projects where the costs greatly exceed that which cannot be achieved by normal fund raising and donations for the projects.
How much income did Church Estate report in 2025?
Church Estate reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £50k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Church Estate registered as a charity?
Church Estate was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 1969 as charity number 258024. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs Church Estate?
Church Estate is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Church Estate operate?
Church Estate operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Church Estate a registered charity?
Yes — Church Estate is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 258024.
Details
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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