Cumbria Methodist Circuit

Also known as: East Cumbria Methodist Church, East Cumbria Methodist Circuit, Penrith Methodist Circuit

Work in Churches in the County of Cumbria, Other Methodist Bodies, Churches Together, Local Schools/Hospitals. Outreach; Alpha Courses, Work with children, young people and families and the elderly: Provide a Debt Centre in conjunction with Christians Against Poverty. Charitable work in UK and Overseas. Affirming Christian Faith through Worship Service and Outreach in and around the Circuit.

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Activities & Mission

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

Cumbria

Financial Information

Latest Income

£349,386

Latest Expenditure

£258,871

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 74.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 74.1%

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.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2026 — Western Fells Methodist Circuit (organisation 5192866)
Asset transfer in in 2026 — South Lakes Circuit of the Methodist Church (organisation 5051432)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£349,386	£258,871	0 / 0
2023	£155,205	£257,159	0 / 0
2022	£265,518	£197,940	0 / 0
2021	£447,029	£170,658	0 / 0
2020	£174,990	£169,317	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cumbria Methodist Circuit

What does Cumbria Methodist Circuit do?

How much income did Cumbria Methodist Circuit report in 2024?

Cumbria Methodist Circuit reported total income of £349k and reported expenditure of £259k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cumbria Methodist Circuit registered as a charity?

Cumbria Methodist Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 February 2010 as charity number 1133928. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Cumbria Methodist Circuit?

Cumbria Methodist Circuit is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev David Charles Newlove. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cumbria Methodist Circuit operate?

Cumbria Methodist Circuit operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Cumbria Methodist Circuit a registered charity?

Yes — Cumbria Methodist Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1133928.