Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit
The Circuit encourages the Churches to provide :-a/ sacred spaces (a building) for regular acts of worship, prayers and contemplation for church members and non members alike.b/ teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small gruops.c/ pastoral work including visiting the sick and bereaved.d youth and senior citizens clubs, womens and mens meetings etc with a christian ethos.
Activities & Mission
The Circuit encourages the Churches to provide :-a/ sacred spaces (a building) for regular acts of worship, prayers and contemplation for church members and non members alike.b/ teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small gruops.c/ pastoral work including visiting the sick and bereaved.d youth and senior citizens clubs, womens and mens meetings etc with a christian ethos.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £427,973 | £372,374 | 0 / 49 | |||
| 2024 | £647,570 | £384,180 | £221,553 | £1,747,476 | £554,443 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £194,432 | £328,468 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £221,183 | £240,009 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £234,242 | £213,931 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit
What does Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit do?
The Circuit encourages the Churches to provide :-a/ sacred spaces (a building) for regular acts of worship, prayers and contemplation for church members and non members alike.b/ teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small gruops.c/ pastoral work including visiting the sick and bereaved.d youth and senior citizens clubs, womens and mens meetings etc with a christian ethos.
How much income did Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit report in 2025?
Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit reported total income of £428k and reported expenditure of £372k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit?
Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit has a program ratio of 34.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit registered as a charity?
Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2011 as charity number 1140223. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit?
Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit is governed by a board of 50 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev RUTH JACKSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit operate?
Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit operates in Rochdale, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit a registered charity?
Yes — Rochdale & Littleborough Methodist Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140223.
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ROCHDALE
Lancashire
OL16 4NA
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