Friends Of S. Mary's Church
Also known as: Friends of St Mary's Church Houghton on the Hill
Remote ancient and restored Church with at latest late 11th century wall paintings. Services are held from from time to time. The church is open for visitors in the Summer (end March to end October) every day between 2pm and 4pm and in Winter (end October to end March) Saturdays and Sundays between 12 noon and 2pm. Visits at other times by prior arrangement.
Activities & Mission
Remote ancient and restored Church with at latest late 11th century wall paintings. Services are held from from time to time. The church is open for visitors in the Summer (end March to end October) every day between 2pm and 4pm and in Winter (end October to end March) Saturdays and Sundays between 12 noon and 2pm. Visits at other times by prior arrangement.
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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £15,035 | £20,907 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2024 | £14,062 | £9,025 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2022 | £11,986 | £4,935 | 0 / 19 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of S. Mary's Church
What does Friends Of S. Mary's Church do?
Remote ancient and restored Church with at latest late 11th century wall paintings. Services are held from from time to time. The church is open for visitors in the Summer (end March to end October) every day between 2pm and 4pm and in Winter (end October to end March) Saturdays and Sundays between 12 noon and 2pm. Visits at other times by prior arrangement.
How much income did Friends Of S. Mary's Church report in 2025?
Friends Of S. Mary's Church reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of S. Mary's Church registered as a charity?
Friends Of S. Mary's Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 1998 as charity number 1069758. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Friends Of S. Mary's Church?
Friends Of S. Mary's Church is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of S. Mary's Church operate?
Friends Of S. Mary's Church operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of S. Mary's Church a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of S. Mary's Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069758.
Details
7 Roman Crescent
Swaffham
Norfolk
PE37 7TN
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