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Farnworth Baptist Church

The principal purpose of the church is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination.The church also supports the local community through the alleviation of poverty and the promotion of social justice, the provision of education and the provision of community facilities.

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Activities & Mission

The principal purpose of the church is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination.The church also supports the local community through the alleviation of poverty and the promotion of social justice, the provision of education and the provision of community facilities.

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
£370,615
Latest Expenditure
£409,187

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 86.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 96.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £457,274
Charitable Activities £5,388
Other Trading £52,139
Investments £6,480
Other Income £220

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £453,307
Raising Funds £0
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £14,642

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.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2025 — The Sycamore Project (organisation 1050020)
  • Asset transfer in in 2022 — Farnworth Baptist Church (organisation 5033604)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£370,615
£409,1870 / 65
2024
£521,501
£467,949£453,307£342,648£59,46115 / 48
2023
£321,090
£361,8240 / 55
2022
£275,787
£276,4400 / 62
2021
£0
£00 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Farnworth Baptist Church

What does Farnworth Baptist Church do?

The principal purpose of the church is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination.The church also supports the local community through the alleviation of poverty and the promotion of social justice, the provision of education and the provision of community facilities.

How much income did Farnworth Baptist Church report in 2025?

Farnworth Baptist Church reported total income of £371k and reported expenditure of £409k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Farnworth Baptist Church registered as a charity?

Farnworth Baptist Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 September 2019 as charity number 1185143. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Farnworth Baptist Church?

Farnworth Baptist Church is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev JOHN BRADBURY MA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Farnworth Baptist Church operate?

Farnworth Baptist Church operates across 3 areas: Bolton, Bury and Salford City.

Is Farnworth Baptist Church a registered charity?

Yes — Farnworth Baptist Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185143.

Details

Address
Farnworth Baptist Church
Trafford Street
Farnworth
BOLTON
BL4 7PQ
Registration Date
3 September 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5136604
Charity Number
1185143

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Trustees

Rev JOHN BRADBURY MA Chair
Also governs 3 other charities
Alexandra Malone
CHRISTOPHER THOMAS COX
Oluwaseyi Amasha
Rev Gail Scholes
Rev HELEN GRACE BRADBURY
Rev Oladimeji Kunle Ojerinola PhD
Also governs 1 other charity
Ronke Amasha

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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