St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust
The trust was established to raise funds to help the Church Council preserve, repair and upkeep the fabric of St. Mary's Church, Hitchin, Hertfordshire as well for the provision, restoration and repair of monuments, ornaments, furnishings, organs, windows and all other embellishments and equipment of the Church.
Activities & Mission
The trust was established to raise funds to help the Church Council preserve, repair and upkeep the fabric of St. Mary's Church, Hitchin, Hertfordshire as well for the provision, restoration and repair of monuments, ornaments, furnishings, organs, windows and all other embellishments and equipment of the Church.
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £17,646 | £123,807 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2024 | £17,348 | £6,942 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £15,636 | £3,057 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust
What does St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust do?
The trust was established to raise funds to help the Church Council preserve, repair and upkeep the fabric of St. Mary's Church, Hitchin, Hertfordshire as well for the provision, restoration and repair of monuments, ornaments, furnishings, organs, windows and all other embellishments and equipment of the Church.
How much income did St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust report in 2025?
St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £124k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust registered as a charity?
St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 October 1978 as charity number 276501. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust?
St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust 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 Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust operate?
St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust a registered charity?
Yes — St Mary's Church (hitchin) Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 276501.
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HITCHIN
Hertfordshire
SG5 1HP
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