Friends Of Bath Abbey

Promotion of interest in the history, fabric, and ornaments of Bath Abbey, and collection of monies by subscription, donations, legacies, and events to enable grants to be made towards the cost of building works, refurbishments, replacements, and additions, as approved by the Parochial Church Council.

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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

Bath And North East Somerset

Financial Information

Latest Income

£143,822

Latest Expenditure

£50,224

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 34.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 34.9%

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	£143,822	£50,224	0 / 14
2024	£98,401	£40,204	0 / 14
2023	£40,611	£4,589	0 / 6
2022	£88,549	£3,317	0 / 12
2021	£46,009	£4,644	0 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Bath Abbey

What does Friends Of Bath Abbey do?

How much income did Friends Of Bath Abbey report in 2025?

Friends Of Bath Abbey reported total income of £144k and reported expenditure of £50k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Bath Abbey registered as a charity?

Friends Of Bath Abbey was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 May 1962 as charity number 205082. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs Friends Of Bath Abbey?

Friends Of Bath Abbey is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter John LeRoy. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Bath Abbey operate?

Friends Of Bath Abbey operates in Bath And North East Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Friends Of Bath Abbey a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Bath Abbey is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 205082.