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Sound Church

Also known as: Ccc Bath & Bristol, Christian City Church Bath and Bristol, Freedom-Bath, Sound Church Ltd, Vineyard Christian Fellowship of Bath, Freedom Bath, Freedom Centre UK

The furtherance of religious or secular educationThe advancement of the Christian faith including missionary activities in the UK and abroad, including but not limited to planting other churches and organisation of congregations.The relief of the poor and needyThe relief of the sick and the elderlySuch other charitable objects for the benefits of such other charitable bodies as seen fit.

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Activities & Mission

The furtherance of religious or secular educationThe advancement of the Christian faith including missionary activities in the UK and abroad, including but not limited to planting other churches and organisation of congregations.The relief of the poor and needyThe relief of the sick and the elderlySuch other charitable objects for the benefits of such other charitable bodies as seen fit.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£942,870
Latest Expenditure
£953,266

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 101.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £832,509
Charitable Activities £77,474
Other Trading £32,462
Investments £425
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £953,266
Raising Funds £0
Governance £12,830
Grants to Institutions £39,225
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£942,870
£953,266£953,266£2,223,892£2,223,16014 / 150
2024
£908,748
£899,857£899,857£2,234,288£014 / 145
2023
£893,620
£880,875£880,875£2,225,397£015 / 145
2022
£791,884
£747,836£747,836£2,212,652£36,12814 / 50
2021
£769,439
£627,176£623,069£2,168,604£70,67215 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Sound Church

What does Sound Church do?

The furtherance of religious or secular educationThe advancement of the Christian faith including missionary activities in the UK and abroad, including but not limited to planting other churches and organisation of congregations.The relief of the poor and needyThe relief of the sick and the elderlySuch other charitable objects for the benefits of such other charitable bodies as seen fit.

How much income did Sound Church report in 2025?

Sound Church reported total income of £943k and reported expenditure of £953k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Sound Church registered as a charity?

Sound Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 October 1998 as charity number 1072196. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs Sound Church?

Sound Church is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Elizabeth de Thierry. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Sound Church operate?

Sound Church operates across 2 areas: Bath And North East Somerset and Bristol City.

Is Sound Church a registered charity?

Yes — Sound Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1072196.

Details

Address
FREEDOM HOUSE
LOWER BRISTOL ROAD
BATH
BA2 1EP
Registration Date
29 October 1998
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3956238
Charity Number
1072196

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Trustees

Elizabeth de Thierry Chair
Alan McWilliam
Also governs 1 other charity
JONTY NEEDHAM
Kirsten Renate Ottley

Also Known As

  • Ccc Bath & Bristol
  • Christian City Church Bath and Bristol
  • Freedom-Bath
  • Sound Church Ltd
  • Vineyard Christian Fellowship of Bath
  • Freedom Bath
  • Freedom-Bath
  • Freedom Centre UK
  • Sound Church

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30 July 2026
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