Big Church Festival Limited

Also known as: The Big Church Day Out

The principal activity of the company in the period under review was that of the advancement of theChristian faith thorough an open air music, performance and cultural event.

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Activities & Mission

The principal activity of the company in the period under review was that of the advancement of theChristian faith thorough an open air music, performance and cultural event.

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

£4,908,160

Latest Expenditure

£5,572,164

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 111.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 98.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 1.8%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £436,870

Charitable Activities £4,429,046

Other Trading £17,591

Investments £0

Other Income £24,653

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £5,484,815

Raising Funds £87,349

Governance £11,000

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 2025.

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£4,908,160	£5,572,164	£5,484,815	-£656,316	£0	4 / 916
2024	£4,111,374	£3,696,746	£3,668,298	£4,253	£4,253	3 / 400
2023	£4,167,248	£4,298,197	£4,277,695	-£402,057	£0	3 / 600
2022	£3,954,919	£3,801,679	£3,645,452	-£274,421	£0	1 / 400
2021	£247,219	£273,295				0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Big Church Festival Limited

What does Big Church Festival Limited do?

The principal activity of the company in the period under review was that of the advancement of theChristian faith thorough an open air music, performance and cultural event.

How much income did Big Church Festival Limited report in 2025?

Big Church Festival Limited reported total income of £4.91m and reported expenditure of £5.57m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Big Church Festival Limited registered as a charity?

Big Church Festival Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 2009 as charity number 1127987. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Big Church Festival Limited?

Big Church Festival Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Leigh Hills. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Big Church Festival Limited operate?

Big Church Festival Limited operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Big Church Festival Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Big Church Festival Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127987.