Downside Abbey General Trust
The provision, maintenance and upkeep of Churches and chapels for the Roman Catholic Church. Houses of study and colleges for the education and training of priests of the Roman Catholic Church. The provision of schools, colleges and educational establishments for the general education of children and other persons.
Activities & Mission
The provision, maintenance and upkeep of Churches and chapels for the Roman Catholic Church. Houses of study and colleges for the education and training of priests of the Roman Catholic Church. The provision of schools, colleges and educational establishments for the general education of children and other persons.
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 94% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,423,383 | £1,711,664 | £1,705,896 | £20,862,269 | £20,005,378 | 7 / 10 |
| 2023 | £1,498,977 | £1,499,586 | £1,491,919 | £21,449,077 | £20,653,017 | 7 / 20 |
| 2022 | £1,236,888 | £4,879,285 | £4,783,200 | £19,400,202 | £18,514,060 | 9 / 25 |
| 2021 | £1,894,396 | £1,074,982 | £990,232 | £23,070,796 | £22,281,243 | 9 / 25 |
| 2020 | £2,266,224 | £1,212,318 | £1,120,094 | £19,594,540 | £19,594,540 | 11 / 26 |
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Frequently asked questions about Downside Abbey General Trust
What does Downside Abbey General Trust do?
The provision, maintenance and upkeep of Churches and chapels for the Roman Catholic Church. Houses of study and colleges for the education and training of priests of the Roman Catholic Church. The provision of schools, colleges and educational establishments for the general education of children and other persons.
How much income did Downside Abbey General Trust report in 2024?
Downside Abbey General Trust reported total income of £1.42m and reported expenditure of £1.71m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Downside Abbey General Trust?
Downside Abbey General Trust has a program ratio of 119.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 94% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Downside Abbey General Trust registered as a charity?
Downside Abbey General Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 September 2014 as charity number 1158507. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Downside Abbey General Trust?
Downside Abbey General Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Downside Abbey General Trust operate?
Downside Abbey General Trust operates across 6 areas, including Bath And North East Somerset, Devon, Norfolk and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Downside Abbey General Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Downside Abbey General Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158507.
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