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Portswood Gospel Hall Trust

The Trust provides and maintains gospel halls for the religious activities of Christians often referred to as 'Brethren' for the advancement of the Christian religion for the public benefit including by the carrying on of the service of God in accordance with the Holy Bible. We support local charities for disadvantaged people such as The Society of St James, Two Saints, Southampton City Mission.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust provides and maintains gospel halls for the religious activities of Christians often referred to as 'Brethren' for the advancement of the Christian religion for the public benefit including by the carrying on of the service of God in accordance with the Holy Bible. We support local charities for disadvantaged people such as The Society of St James, Two Saints, Southampton City 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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£563,697
Latest Expenditure
£827,076

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 146.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £562,351
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £1,346
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £827,076
Raising Funds £0
Governance £4,620
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£563,697
£827,076£827,076£1,606,792£00 / 85
2024
£98,523
£180,9210 / 125
2023
£268,621
£130,2830 / 75
2022
£59,207
£100,9770 / 35
2021
£60,505
£97,9200 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Portswood Gospel Hall Trust

What does Portswood Gospel Hall Trust do?

The Trust provides and maintains gospel halls for the religious activities of Christians often referred to as 'Brethren' for the advancement of the Christian religion for the public benefit including by the carrying on of the service of God in accordance with the Holy Bible. We support local charities for disadvantaged people such as The Society of St James, Two Saints, Southampton City Mission.

How much income did Portswood Gospel Hall Trust report in 2025?

Portswood Gospel Hall Trust reported total income of £564k and reported expenditure of £827k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Portswood Gospel Hall Trust registered as a charity?

Portswood Gospel Hall Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 January 2015 as charity number 1159757. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Portswood Gospel Hall Trust?

Portswood Gospel Hall Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Portswood Gospel Hall Trust operate?

Portswood Gospel Hall Trust operates in Southampton City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Portswood Gospel Hall Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Portswood Gospel Hall Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159757.

Details

Address
Portswood Gospel Hall Trust
301 Chestnut Avenue
EASTLEIGH
SO50 9QA
Registration Date
2 January 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5047142
Charity Number
1159757

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Trustees

MARK STEPHEN FIDLER
Reuben Mitchell
Rick Wakeford
ROBIN EDWARD MORTON
SAMUEL BROWNING

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