Surrey Churches Preservation Trust
The restoration, maintenance, preservation, repair and reconstruction of Christian Churches and Churchyards (and of any fixtures and fittings in the said churches) in the County of Surrey.
Activities & Mission
The restoration, maintenance, preservation, repair and reconstruction of Christian Churches and Churchyards (and of any fixtures and fittings in the said churches) in the County of Surrey.
Grants
Surrey Churches Preservation Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2026)
- £25,191
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2017 — Manor of Sutton Award (organisation 23264)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £77,089 | £25,191 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2025 | £19,485 | £13,066 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £16,571 | £9,061 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £18,224 | £10,526 | 0 / 16 | |||
| 2022 | £10,439 | £10,434 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Surrey Churches Preservation Trust
What does Surrey Churches Preservation Trust do?
The restoration, maintenance, preservation, repair and reconstruction of Christian Churches and Churchyards (and of any fixtures and fittings in the said churches) in the County of Surrey.
How much income did Surrey Churches Preservation Trust report in 2026?
Surrey Churches Preservation Trust reported total income of £77k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Surrey Churches Preservation Trust registered as a charity?
Surrey Churches Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 July 1997 as charity number 1063656. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Surrey Churches Preservation Trust?
Surrey Churches Preservation Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is HAMISH DONALDSON MBE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Surrey Churches Preservation Trust operate?
Surrey Churches Preservation Trust operates across 6 areas, including Croydon, Kingston Upon Thames, Merton and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Surrey Churches Preservation Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Surrey Churches Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063656.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 5 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 3 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated