Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin
Also known as: Charity for Ecclesiastical Purposes in Connexion with the Church of England, The Reading St Mary - 7 Castle Street Scheme, The Reading St Mary-7 Castle Street Scheme
It is the responsibility of the Minster Parochial Church Council to co-operate with the incumbent in the administration of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Reading Minster of St Mary The Virgin & to engage in the mission & ministry of the parish. This involves pastoral care, daily services, special borough & county services & numerous carol services at Christmas.
Activities & Mission
It is the responsibility of the Minster Parochial Church Council to co-operate with the incumbent in the administration of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Reading Minster of St Mary The Virgin & to engage in the mission & ministry of the parish. This involves pastoral care, daily services, special borough & county services & numerous carol services at Christmas.
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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £165,460 | £163,551 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £177,354 | £162,091 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2023 | £163,600 | £171,492 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £268,133 | £165,937 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2021 | £117,825 | £147,866 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin
What does Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin do?
It is the responsibility of the Minster Parochial Church Council to co-operate with the incumbent in the administration of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Reading Minster of St Mary The Virgin & to engage in the mission & ministry of the parish. This involves pastoral care, daily services, special borough & county services & numerous carol services at Christmas.
How much income did Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin report in 2025?
Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin reported total income of £165k and reported expenditure of £164k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin registered as a charity?
Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 1974 as charity number 266810. It has been registered for 52 years.
Who runs Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin?
Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin 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 Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin operate?
Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin operates in Reading, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin a registered charity?
Yes — Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 266810.
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Also Known As
- Charity for Ecclesiastical Purposes in Connexion with the Church of England
- Reading Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin
- Charity for Ecclesiastical Purposes in Connexion with the Church of England
- The Reading St Mary - 7 Castle Street Scheme
- The Reading St Mary-7 Castle Street Scheme
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- 2 November 2026
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