Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited
Also known as: Friendless Churches Trust Limited, Friends of Friendless Churches
The charity owns historic, redundant places of worship in England and Wales. It undertakes significant repairs to these buildings, and reopens them for community and public use and enjoyment.The charity also has at its disposal the Cottam Will Trust which disburses grants for the purchase or creation of objects of beauty which further religion in ancient Gothic churches.
Activities & Mission
The charity owns historic, redundant places of worship in England and Wales. It undertakes significant repairs to these buildings, and reopens them for community and public use and enjoyment.The charity also has at its disposal the Cottam Will Trust which disburses grants for the purchase or creation of objects of beauty which further religion in ancient Gothic churches.
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.
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Financial Information
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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 2024 — Tanner Trust (organisation 1021175)
- Asset transfer in in 2015 — Clay Coton Church Maintenance Fund (organisation 277620)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,071,971 | £2,186,857 | £2,071,388 | £6,584,771 | £3,801,660 | 4 / 160 |
| 2024 | £2,516,748 | £1,343,484 | £1,319,558 | £5,874,025 | £3,154,273 | 2 / 73 |
| 2023 | £1,002,785 | £1,575,725 | £1,553,600 | £4,182,614 | £2,515,566 | 2 / 75 |
| 2022 | £3,825,160 | £3,388,605 | £3,361,235 | £5,152,503 | £3,226,767 | 2 / 75 |
| 2021 | £1,847,374 | £1,734,785 | £1,711,730 | £4,756,519 | £2,799,371 | 1 / 75 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited
What does Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited do?
The charity owns historic, redundant places of worship in England and Wales. It undertakes significant repairs to these buildings, and reopens them for community and public use and enjoyment.The charity also has at its disposal the Cottam Will Trust which disburses grants for the purchase or creation of objects of beauty which further religion in ancient Gothic churches.
How much income did Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited report in 2025?
Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited reported total income of £3.07m and reported expenditure of £2.19m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited registered as a charity?
Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 February 2006 as charity number 1113097. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited?
Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROGER EVANS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited operate?
Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Friendless Churches Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1113097.
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Also Known As
- Friendless Churches Trust Limited
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- Friends of Friendless Churches Limited
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- 30 July 2026
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