Southwell Cathedral
Also known as: Southwell Minster
(a) to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, inparticular by furthering the mission of the Church of England;(b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building;(c) to advance any other charitable purposes ancillary to the furtherance of (a) and (b)
Activities & Mission
(a) to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, inparticular by furthering the mission of the Church of England;(b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building;(c) to advance any other charitable purposes ancillary to the furtherance of (a) and (b)
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
Higher than 16% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,574,669 | £2,041,603 | £848,238 | £9,898,999 | £73,640 | 31 / 349 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Southwell Cathedral
What does Southwell Cathedral do?
(a) to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, inparticular by furthering the mission of the Church of England;(b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building;(c) to advance any other charitable purposes ancillary to the furtherance of (a) and (b)
How much income did Southwell Cathedral report in 2024?
Southwell Cathedral reported total income of £1.57m and reported expenditure of £2.04m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Southwell Cathedral?
Southwell Cathedral has a program ratio of 53.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Southwell Cathedral registered as a charity?
Southwell Cathedral was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 February 2024 as charity number 1207138. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Southwell Cathedral?
Southwell Cathedral is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Southwell Cathedral operate?
Southwell Cathedral operates in Nottinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Southwell Cathedral a registered charity?
Yes — Southwell Cathedral is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1207138.
Details
Church Street
Southwell
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Southwell Minster
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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