Lincolnshire Churches Trust

Also known as: The Lincolnshire Old Churches Trust

The Trust was founded in 1952 to raise funds for the preservation, repair, maintenance, upkeep and reconstruction of churches in the county of Lincolnshire and of monuments, fittings, fixtures, stained glass, furniture, ornaments, bells, and chattels in such churches and of the churchyard belonging to any such churches.

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Activities & Mission

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

Lincolnshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£51,801

Latest Expenditure

£58,597

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 113.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 113.1%

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 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	Staff
2024	£51,801	£58,597	0 / 30
2023	£51,125	£44,998	0 / 25
2022	£38,939	£48,681	0 / 30
2021	£87,578	£35,561	0 / 32
2020	£40,348	£59,846	0 / 32

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lincolnshire Churches Trust

What does Lincolnshire Churches Trust do?

How much income did Lincolnshire Churches Trust report in 2024?

Lincolnshire Churches Trust reported total income of £52k and reported expenditure of £59k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Lincolnshire Churches Trust registered as a charity?

Lincolnshire Churches Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 August 1979 as charity number 509021. It has been registered for 47 years.

Who runs Lincolnshire Churches Trust?

Lincolnshire Churches Trust is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is CANON HENRIETTA REEVE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lincolnshire Churches Trust operate?

Lincolnshire Churches Trust operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Lincolnshire Churches Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Lincolnshire Churches Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 509021.