Friends Of Norwich Cathedral
THE FRIENDS OF NORWICH CATHEDRAL EXISTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT OF THE HISTORIC FABRIC OF THE CATHEDRAL, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIALLY FOR SPECIFIC NEW PROJECTS WITHIN THE CATHEDRAL PREMISES. ALL MEMBERS RECEIVE TWICE YEARLY MAILINGS, AND MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND LECTURES AND SOCIAL GATHERINGS, AND TO PURCHASE FRIENDS' MERCHANDISE.
Activities & Mission
THE FRIENDS OF NORWICH CATHEDRAL EXISTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT OF THE HISTORIC FABRIC OF THE CATHEDRAL, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIALLY FOR SPECIFIC NEW PROJECTS WITHIN THE CATHEDRAL PREMISES. ALL MEMBERS RECEIVE TWICE YEARLY MAILINGS, AND MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND LECTURES AND SOCIAL GATHERINGS, AND TO PURCHASE FRIENDS' MERCHANDISE.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 6% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 256). How is this calculated?
Higher than 22% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,437,932 | £545,432 | £464,969 | £2,439,445 | £1,946,764 | 1 / 25 |
| 2023 | £196,333 | £268,633 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £408,255 | £365,627 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2021 | £218,660 | £195,050 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £307,607 | £229,251 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Norwich Cathedral
What does Friends Of Norwich Cathedral do?
THE FRIENDS OF NORWICH CATHEDRAL EXISTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT OF THE HISTORIC FABRIC OF THE CATHEDRAL, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIALLY FOR SPECIFIC NEW PROJECTS WITHIN THE CATHEDRAL PREMISES. ALL MEMBERS RECEIVE TWICE YEARLY MAILINGS, AND MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND LECTURES AND SOCIAL GATHERINGS, AND TO PURCHASE FRIENDS' MERCHANDISE.
How much income did Friends Of Norwich Cathedral report in 2024?
Friends Of Norwich Cathedral reported total income of £2.44m and reported expenditure of £545k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Friends Of Norwich Cathedral?
Friends Of Norwich Cathedral has a program ratio of 17.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 256 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Friends Of Norwich Cathedral registered as a charity?
Friends Of Norwich Cathedral was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 1987 as charity number 249460. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs Friends Of Norwich Cathedral?
Friends Of Norwich Cathedral is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Charles William Legh Barratt. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Norwich Cathedral operate?
Friends Of Norwich Cathedral operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Norwich Cathedral a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Norwich Cathedral is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249460.
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65 The Close
NORWICH
NR1 4DH
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