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East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches

Also known as: East Cheshire Union (ecu)

Promoting the spread of liberal theology and the growth of the Christian life by establishing and nurturing congregations and Sunday Schools in and around East Cheshire (the historic county) which today is mainly Tameside and Staffordshire by providing practical support and advice and grant assistance to the member congregations.

Activities & Mission

Promoting the spread of liberal theology and the growth of the Christian life by establishing and nurturing congregations and Sunday Schools in and around East Cheshire (the historic county) which today is mainly Tameside and Staffordshire by providing practical support and advice and grant assistance to the member congregations.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£20,382
Latest Expenditure
£11,672

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 57.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 57.3%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£20,382
£11,6720 / 12
2024
£19,240
£16,4170 / 0
2023
£24,194
£36,5400 / 0
2022
£12,370
£22,0700 / 0
2021
£19,038
£00 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches

What does East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches do?

Promoting the spread of liberal theology and the growth of the Christian life by establishing and nurturing congregations and Sunday Schools in and around East Cheshire (the historic county) which today is mainly Tameside and Staffordshire by providing practical support and advice and grant assistance to the member congregations.

How much income did East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches report in 2025?

East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches registered as a charity?

East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 July 1964 as charity number 234359. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches?

East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches operate?

East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches operates across 2 areas: Staffordshire and Tameside.

Is East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches a registered charity?

Yes — East Cheshire Union Of Unitarian And Free Christian Churches is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 234359.

Details

Address
12 Knott Lane
Gee Cross
Hyde
SK14 5HZ
Registration Date
2 July 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
234359
Charity Number
234359

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Trustees

Eric Geoffrey Durber
Kenneth Howard
Margaret Barber
Also governs 1 other charity
PATRICIA ANN WINTERBOTTOM
REV ANDREW R PARKER
Rev Andrew Robert Parker
Susan Shaw
Also governs 1 other charity
SYLVIA COOKE
Also governs 1 other charity
Wendy Maher
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • East Cheshire Union (ecu)

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