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St Benedict's Centre

The advancement of the Christian faith for the public benefit in particular, but not exclusively, by providing and establishing a training and retreat centre in the area of Malling Abbey for the local community.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of the Christian faith for the public benefit in particular, but not exclusively, by providing and establishing a training and retreat centre in the area of Malling Abbey for the local community.

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.

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income
£125,097
Latest Expenditure
£145,534

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 5.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,142,102
Charitable Activities £22,975
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £68,547
Raising Funds £0
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£125,097
£145,5340 / 4
2023
£114,993
£114,4260 / 5
2022
£111,085
£82,5320 / 5
2021
£64,109
£58,1850 / 5
2020
£1,165,077
£68,547£68,547£1,172,683£169,6771 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about St Benedict's Centre

What does St Benedict's Centre do?

The advancement of the Christian faith for the public benefit in particular, but not exclusively, by providing and establishing a training and retreat centre in the area of Malling Abbey for the local community.

How much income did St Benedict's Centre report in 2024?

St Benedict's Centre reported total income of £125k and reported expenditure of £146k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was St Benedict's Centre registered as a charity?

St Benedict's Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 March 2017 as charity number 1172320. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs St Benedict's Centre?

St Benedict's Centre is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does St Benedict's Centre operate?

St Benedict's Centre operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is St Benedict's Centre a registered charity?

Yes — St Benedict's Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172320.

Details

Address
DIOCESAN OFFICE
ST. NICHOLAS CHURCH
BOLEY HILL
ROCHESTER
KENT
ME1 1SL
Registration Date
29 March 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5094650
Charity Number
1172320

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Trustees

Canon Christopher Dench
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Kathleen Anne Clarke
Gillian Margaret BROAD
Matthew Girt
Peggie Banks
The Rt Revd Adrian Newman
The Rt Revd Jonathon Gibbs
Venerable Michael John Lodge Ven

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