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St Chad's Retreat Centres

to utilise the two Lichfield Diocesan centres, Shallowford House and Dovedale House, in order to provide places of retreat and reflection to fulfil the diocesan aims of reaching New Generations, Growing Disciples and Discovering the Heart of God as well as providing the general public the use of the centre for breaks and conferences.

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Activities & Mission

to utilise the two Lichfield Diocesan centres, Shallowford House and Dovedale House, in order to provide places of retreat and reflection to fulfil the diocesan aims of reaching New Generations, Growing Disciples and Discovering the Heart of God as well as providing the general public the use of the centre for breaks and conferences.

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
£440,105
Latest Expenditure
£374,776

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 85.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 85.2%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£440,105
£374,7760 / 12
2023
£413,372
£424,9420 / 4
2022
£374,158
£338,1980 / 6
2021
£317,688
£313,9590 / 0
2020
£246,379
£318,0250 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about St Chad's Retreat Centres

What does St Chad's Retreat Centres do?

to utilise the two Lichfield Diocesan centres, Shallowford House and Dovedale House, in order to provide places of retreat and reflection to fulfil the diocesan aims of reaching New Generations, Growing Disciples and Discovering the Heart of God as well as providing the general public the use of the centre for breaks and conferences.

How much income did St Chad's Retreat Centres report in 2024?

St Chad's Retreat Centres reported total income of £440k and reported expenditure of £375k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was St Chad's Retreat Centres registered as a charity?

St Chad's Retreat Centres was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 June 2014 as charity number 1157619. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs St Chad's Retreat Centres?

St Chad's Retreat Centres is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Sue Watson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does St Chad's Retreat Centres operate?

St Chad's Retreat Centres operates in Staffordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is St Chad's Retreat Centres a registered charity?

Yes — St Chad's Retreat Centres is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1157619.

Details

Address
Lichfield Diocesan Board Of Finance Inc
St. Marys House
Lichfield
Staffordshire
WS13 7LD
Registration Date
27 June 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5046181
Charity Number
1157619

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Trustees

Rev Sue Watson Chair
David Boote
Rev Jeanette Hartwell
Rev Rosanne Wilshire
The Rev Canon Nicholas Smeeton

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