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Purley United Reformed Church

Also known as: Purley United Reformed Church Charity, Purley Urc Charity

Public Worship; learning about the Christian faith, including Bible Study and discussion; children's activities with a Christian focus; pastoral care of members of our own congregation and others; social responsibility action; social activities - all within a framework of openness and acceptance of all.

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Activities & Mission

Public Worship; learning about the Christian faith, including Bible Study and discussion; children's activities with a Christian focus; pastoral care of members of our own congregation and others; social responsibility action; social activities - all within a framework of openness and acceptance of all.

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
£254,744
Latest Expenditure
£177,912

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 69.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 69.8%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£254,744
£177,9120 / 54
2024
£343,024
£187,3510 / 38
2023
£290,371
£314,9870 / 41
2022
£161,217
£145,0140 / 40
2021
£163,782
£139,1870 / 61

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Purley United Reformed Church

What does Purley United Reformed Church do?

Public Worship; learning about the Christian faith, including Bible Study and discussion; children's activities with a Christian focus; pastoral care of members of our own congregation and others; social responsibility action; social activities - all within a framework of openness and acceptance of all.

How much income did Purley United Reformed Church report in 2025?

Purley United Reformed Church reported total income of £255k and reported expenditure of £178k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Purley United Reformed Church registered as a charity?

Purley United Reformed Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 August 2009 as charity number 1131359. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Purley United Reformed Church?

Purley United Reformed Church is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev RUSSELL JAMES FURLEY-SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Purley United Reformed Church operate?

Purley United Reformed Church operates in Croydon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Purley United Reformed Church a registered charity?

Yes — Purley United Reformed Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1131359.

Details

Address
PURLEY UNITED REFORMED CHURCH
906 BRIGHTON ROAD
PURLEY
CR8 2LN
Registration Date
26 August 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5003990
Charity Number
1131359

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Trustees

Rev RUSSELL JAMES FURLEY-SMITH Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Andrew John Mander
Ann-Louise Willmer
Christopher Francis George
David Christopher Wiggs
Felicity Julia Harris
Gillian Frances Harrison
Irmina Hughes
JOHN HAROLD DENISON
Also governs 1 other charity
Martin Day

Also Known As

  • Purley United Reformed Church Charity
  • Purley Urc Charity

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