Dorset South And West Circuit

Also known as: Bridport and Dorchester Methodist Circuit

comprises Methodist Churches at Bere Heath, Broadmayne, Broadwey, Chickerell, Easton, Lanehouse, Portesham, Underhill, Weymouth Bay and Wyke Regis, Uploders, Ecumenical Partnership Churches (Methodist/URC) in Bridport and Dorchester and the Methodist heritage project based at Tolpuddle.

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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

Dorset

Financial Information

Latest Income

£260,456

Latest Expenditure

£439,530

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 168.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 168.8%

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 2025.

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
2025	£260,456	£439,530	0 / 20
2024	£238,504	£498,735	0 / 20
2023	£271,330	£384,358	0 / 50
2022	£132,039	£453,035	0 / 12
2021	£470,979	£293,754	0 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dorset South And West Circuit

What does Dorset South And West Circuit do?

How much income did Dorset South And West Circuit report in 2025?

Dorset South And West Circuit reported total income of £260k and reported expenditure of £440k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dorset South And West Circuit registered as a charity?

Dorset South And West Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 December 2012 as charity number 1150182. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Dorset South And West Circuit?

Dorset South And West Circuit is governed by a board of 42 trustees. The chair of trustees is John David Yarrien. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dorset South And West Circuit operate?

Dorset South And West Circuit operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Dorset South And West Circuit a registered charity?

Yes — Dorset South And West Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150182.