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South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit

This Charity is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of 8 Methodist Churches and 2 Church Manses This covers the area of Crewkerne, South Petherton and Chard. It must also ensure that funds are available for the stipends for 2 Ministers and a varying number supernumary ministers. It also provides support for various Methodist Charities.

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Activities & Mission

This Charity is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of 8 Methodist Churches and 2 Church Manses This covers the area of Crewkerne, South Petherton and Chard. It must also ensure that funds are available for the stipends for 2 Ministers and a varying number supernumary ministers. It also provides support for various Methodist Charities.

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
£489,930
Latest Expenditure
£215,017

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 43.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 43.9%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£489,930
£215,0170 / 50
2024
£82,182
£146,2770 / 10
2023
£99,983
£115,8470 / 80
2022
£94,261
£125,9480 / 3
2021
£89,634
£81,1880 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit

What does South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit do?

This Charity is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of 8 Methodist Churches and 2 Church Manses This covers the area of Crewkerne, South Petherton and Chard. It must also ensure that funds are available for the stipends for 2 Ministers and a varying number supernumary ministers. It also provides support for various Methodist Charities.

How much income did South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit report in 2025?

South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit reported total income of £490k and reported expenditure of £215k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit registered as a charity?

South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 December 2010 as charity number 1139503. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit?

South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit is governed by a board of 20 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit operate?

South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit operates across 2 areas: Dorset and Somerset.

Is South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit a registered charity?

Yes — South Petherton And Crewkerne Methodist Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139503.

Details

Address
CREWKERNE METHODIST CHURCH
SOUTH STREET
CREWKERNE
TA18 8DB
Registration Date
23 December 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4051955
Charity Number
1139503

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Trustees

ANNA MARY FIELD
Christine Hilary AShford
Christine Weymouth
Diane Colthorpe
Edwin WELLER
EDWIN WILLIAM GUTTRIDGE
ELIZABETH BEATTIE
Elizabeth Clare Longshaw
JENNIFER GUTTRIDGE
Ken BANKS
Michelle Cleal
Norman Galloway
Rev Andrew Philip LOngshaw
RICHARD JOHN ARNOLD
Also governs 1 other charity
Rodney Edwards
Sara Coulson
SUSAN ELIZABETH PARSONS
Valerie THOMAS
VERNON MAURICE WHITE

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