Friends Of Essex Churches Trust
Also known as: The Association of Friends of Essex Churches, Friends of Essex Churches
The repair & restoration of Christian Churches in the area of the Diocese of Chelmsford, through grant giving
Activities & Mission
The repair & restoration of Christian Churches in the area of the Diocese of Chelmsford, through grant giving
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — Colonel J D Sherwood Charitable Trust (organisation 213058)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £112,951 | £184,954 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2023 | £102,069 | £215,637 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2022 | £164,820 | £215,082 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2021 | £294,461 | £134,912 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2020 | £145,657 | £163,637 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Essex Churches Trust
What does Friends Of Essex Churches Trust do?
The repair & restoration of Christian Churches in the area of the Diocese of Chelmsford, through grant giving
How much income did Friends Of Essex Churches Trust report in 2024?
Friends Of Essex Churches Trust reported total income of £113k and reported expenditure of £185k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Essex Churches Trust registered as a charity?
Friends Of Essex Churches Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 March 1965 as charity number 236033. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Friends Of Essex Churches Trust?
Friends Of Essex Churches Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR MARTIN STUCHFIELD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Essex Churches Trust operate?
Friends Of Essex Churches Trust operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Essex Churches Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Essex Churches Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 236033.
Details
Pentlow
Essex
CO10 7SP
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Association of Friends of Essex Churches
- Friends of Essex Churches
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated