Churches Conservation Trust
Also known as: Redundant Churches Fund
The CCT is registered as a charity (number 258612) . Its governing document is the Mission and Pastoral Measure 2011. Its main object is the preservation, in the interests of the nation and of the Church of England, of redundant churches and parts of churches of historic and archaeological interest or architectural quality vested in the Trust, together with their contents.
Activities & Mission
The CCT is registered as a charity (number 258612) . Its governing document is the Mission and Pastoral Measure 2011. Its main object is the preservation, in the interests of the nation and of the Church of England, of redundant churches and parts of churches of historic and archaeological interest or architectural quality vested in the Trust, together with their contents.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 32% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 183). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £12,036,466 | £12,054,252 | £10,636,372 | £2,282,590 | £1,030,585 | 79 / 2447 |
| 2024 | £12,271,244 | £12,235,845 | £10,992,853 | £2,301,070 | £834,774 | 86 / 2277 |
| 2023 | £9,938,835 | £9,570,678 | £8,428,379 | £2,268,275 | £983,454 | 81 / 2200 |
| 2022 | £11,744,845 | £11,386,363 | £10,365,098 | £1,935,555 | £780,766 | 76 / 1800 |
| 2021 | £11,104,155 | £11,123,438 | £10,231,572 | £1,568,091 | £430,564 | 73 / 1800 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Churches Conservation Trust
What does Churches Conservation Trust do?
The CCT is registered as a charity (number 258612) . Its governing document is the Mission and Pastoral Measure 2011. Its main object is the preservation, in the interests of the nation and of the Church of England, of redundant churches and parts of churches of historic and archaeological interest or architectural quality vested in the Trust, together with their contents.
How much income did Churches Conservation Trust report in 2025?
Churches Conservation Trust reported total income of £12.04m and reported expenditure of £12.05m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Churches Conservation Trust?
Churches Conservation Trust has a program ratio of 88.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 183 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Churches Conservation Trust registered as a charity?
Churches Conservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 June 1969 as charity number 258612. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs Churches Conservation Trust?
Churches Conservation Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Churches Conservation Trust operate?
Churches Conservation Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Churches Conservation Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Churches Conservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 258612.
Details
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NORTHAMPTON
NN1 1FH
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Also Known As
- Redundant Churches Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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- How metrics are calculated