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.
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
Financial Efficiency
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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||
| 2020 | £87,770 | £123,591 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
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 2024?
Reading Minster Church Of St Mary The Virgin reported total income of £177k and reported expenditure of £162k for the financial year ending 2024, 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 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Sonya Wratten. 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.
Details
2 Chain Street
READING
RG1 2HX
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Sectors & Classifications
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
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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