Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites
The Charity has a responsibility for a church and an open space for the public. Our mission is to provide a service of spiritual support and pastoral counselling to all people in need. This is carried out through maintaining an open church and sacred safe space for prayer and quiet reflection, the celebration of daily mass and other liturgies, and availability to speak with anyone who has need.
Activities & Mission
The Charity has a responsibility for a church and an open space for the public. Our mission is to provide a service of spiritual support and pastoral counselling to all people in need. This is carried out through maintaining an open church and sacred safe space for prayer and quiet reflection, the celebration of daily mass and other liturgies, and availability to speak with anyone who has need.
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 24% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 421). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £944,681 | £411,602 | £411,602 | £4,232,839 | £4,221,219 | 5 / 7 |
| 2024 | £553,504 | £507,676 | £507,676 | £3,767,918 | £3,201,903 | 5 / 6 |
| 2023 | £413,512 | £488,412 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £453,552 | £555,739 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £365,617 | £403,173 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites
What does Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites do?
The Charity has a responsibility for a church and an open space for the public. Our mission is to provide a service of spiritual support and pastoral counselling to all people in need. This is carried out through maintaining an open church and sacred safe space for prayer and quiet reflection, the celebration of daily mass and other liturgies, and availability to speak with anyone who has need.
How much income did Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites report in 2025?
Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites reported total income of £945k and reported expenditure of £412k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites?
Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites has a program ratio of 43.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 421 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites registered as a charity?
Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 1967 as charity number 253645. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites?
Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites operate?
Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites a registered charity?
Yes — Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 253645.
Details
41 KENSINGTON CHURCH STREET
LONDON
W8 4BB
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- 14 May 2026
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