St Mary's Abbey, Quarr
Also known as: Quarr Abbey
The main aims of the charity are the promotion of the Catholic religion and hospitality to all visitors to the Abbey, in the spirit of the Rule of St Benedict. To preserve the spiritual identity of the Abbey and its Benedictine community through maintenance projects to preserve the Abbey and its building; and running the Abbey's tea shop, farm shop and art gallery for the benefit of its visitors.
Activities & Mission
The main aims of the charity are the promotion of the Catholic religion and hospitality to all visitors to the Abbey, in the spirit of the Rule of St Benedict. To preserve the spiritual identity of the Abbey and its Benedictine community through maintenance projects to preserve the Abbey and its building; and running the Abbey's tea shop, farm shop and art gallery for the benefit of its visitors.
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 8% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Arts 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 | £1,558,730 | £1,653,525 | £665,720 | £4,250,939 | £869,058 | 40 / 35 |
| 2023 | £1,448,747 | £1,469,603 | £590,791 | £4,342,117 | £1,059,490 | 38 / 20 |
| 2022 | £1,672,335 | £1,330,378 | £589,288 | £4,367,757 | £1,048,852 | 33 / 25 |
| 2021 | £1,094,023 | £1,042,435 | £480,370 | £3,965,075 | £1,183,601 | 26 / 25 |
| 2020 | £597,360 | £853,145 | £513,509 | £1,691,182 | £887,360 | 21 / 13 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about St Mary's Abbey, Quarr
What does St Mary's Abbey, Quarr do?
The main aims of the charity are the promotion of the Catholic religion and hospitality to all visitors to the Abbey, in the spirit of the Rule of St Benedict. To preserve the spiritual identity of the Abbey and its Benedictine community through maintenance projects to preserve the Abbey and its building; and running the Abbey's tea shop, farm shop and art gallery for the benefit of its visitors.
How much income did St Mary's Abbey, Quarr report in 2024?
St Mary's Abbey, Quarr reported total income of £1.56m and reported expenditure of £1.65m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is St Mary's Abbey, Quarr?
St Mary's Abbey, Quarr has a program ratio of 42.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was St Mary's Abbey, Quarr registered as a charity?
St Mary's Abbey, Quarr was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 2016 as charity number 1165957. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs St Mary's Abbey, Quarr?
St Mary's Abbey, Quarr is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is RIGHT REVEREND XAVIER PERRIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Mary's Abbey, Quarr operate?
St Mary's Abbey, Quarr operates in Isle Of Wight, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Mary's Abbey, Quarr a registered charity?
Yes — St Mary's Abbey, Quarr is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165957.
Details
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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