South West Cumbria United Area

Providing acts of Christian worship conforming to URC and Methodist traditions throughout South West Cumbria. Engaging in mission activities both within South West Cumbria and overseas.

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Activities & Mission

Providing acts of Christian worship conforming to URC and Methodist traditions throughout South West Cumbria. Engaging in mission activities both within South West Cumbria and overseas.

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

Cumbria

Financial Information

Latest Income

£225,152

Latest Expenditure

£277,351

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.2%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 123.2%

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 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	Staff
2024	£225,152	£277,351	0 / 50
2023	£101,278	£186,145	0 / 20
2022	£141,706	£173,923	0 / 40
2021	£382,612	£254,075	0 / 50
2020	£376,654	£264,568	0 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about South West Cumbria United Area

What does South West Cumbria United Area do?

Providing acts of Christian worship conforming to URC and Methodist traditions throughout South West Cumbria. Engaging in mission activities both within South West Cumbria and overseas.

How much income did South West Cumbria United Area report in 2024?

South West Cumbria United Area reported total income of £225k and reported expenditure of £277k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was South West Cumbria United Area registered as a charity?

South West Cumbria United Area was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 April 2011 as charity number 1141404. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs South West Cumbria United Area?

South West Cumbria United Area is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Helen Hooley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does South West Cumbria United Area operate?

South West Cumbria United Area operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is South West Cumbria United Area a registered charity?

Yes — South West Cumbria United Area is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141404.