Church Lands

Receives land rental monies which are then divided between the Education Fund, which gives out grants for educational purposes, and the Church Fund for preservation of the church.

Activities & Mission

Receives land rental monies which are then divided between the Education Fund, which gives out grants for educational purposes, and the Church Fund for preservation of the church.

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

Cambridgeshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£74,675

Latest Expenditure

£4,591

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 6.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 6.1%

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.

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	Staff
2024	£74,675	£4,591	0 / 0
2023	£14,654	£12,836	0 / 0
2022	£38,444	£38,444	0 / 0
2021	£11,514	£11,514	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Church Lands

What does Church Lands do?

Receives land rental monies which are then divided between the Education Fund, which gives out grants for educational purposes, and the Church Fund for preservation of the church.

How much income did Church Lands report in 2024?

Church Lands reported total income of £75k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Church Lands registered as a charity?

Church Lands was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 July 1962 as charity number 207509. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs Church Lands?

Church Lands is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev ELEANOR JANE WILLIAMS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Church Lands operate?

Church Lands operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Church Lands a registered charity?

Yes — Church Lands is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 207509.