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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

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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

Latest Income
£167,080
Latest Expenditure
£158,389

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 94.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 94.8%
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
£167,080
£158,3890 / 20
2024
£112,951
£184,9540 / 18
2023
£102,069
£215,6370 / 26
2022
£164,820
£215,0820 / 26
2021
£294,461
£134,9120 / 26

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 2025?

Friends Of Essex Churches Trust reported total income of £167k and reported expenditure of £158k for the financial year ending 2025, 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 11 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

Address
Pentlow Hall
Pentlow
Essex
CO10 7SP
Registration Date
23 March 1965
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
236033
Charity Number
236033

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Trustees

Andrew Guy Marsden
Dr Francis James Archibald Bettley FSA
Emma Jane Brice
JEREMY WILLIAM BEALE
Joanna Pimblett
JOHN EDWARD JUXON PICKTHORN
Also governs 1 other charity
Peter John Tottman
Rachel Grainger
Rebecca Margaret Willis
Sharon Jayne Hutton-Mayson

Also Known As

  • The Association of Friends of Essex Churches
  • Friends of Essex Churches

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30 July 2026
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