Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas
To help towards the cost of preservation, repair, maintenance, improvement and beautification of the Grade 1 listed building that is St Mary's Church in Cerne Abbas. Over the first 18 months of our existence the emphasis has been on raising awareness of The Friends and fund raising through concerts.
Activities & Mission
To help towards the cost of preservation, repair, maintenance, improvement and beautification of the Grade 1 listed building that is St Mary's Church in Cerne Abbas. Over the first 18 months of our existence the emphasis has been on raising awareness of The Friends and fund raising through concerts.
Grants
Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £5,683
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £60,455 | £5,683 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £26,102 | £216 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £89,220 | £305 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas
What does Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas do?
To help towards the cost of preservation, repair, maintenance, improvement and beautification of the Grade 1 listed building that is St Mary's Church in Cerne Abbas. Over the first 18 months of our existence the emphasis has been on raising awareness of The Friends and fund raising through concerts.
How much income did Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas report in 2025?
Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas reported total income of £60k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas registered as a charity?
Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 August 2012 as charity number 1148416. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas?
Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas operate?
Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of St Marys Church, Cerne Abbas is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148416.
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Data & trust
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- 19 October 2026
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