The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford
Also known as: Hereford Cathedral
The objects are(a) to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, inparticular by furthering the mission of the Church of England;(b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building;(c) to advance any other charitable purposes which are ancillary to the furtherance of the above purposes
Activities & Mission
The objects are(a) to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, inparticular by furthering the mission of the Church of England;(b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building;(c) to advance any other charitable purposes which are ancillary to the furtherance of the above purposes
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 26% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% of UK Religion 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 | £3,000,634 | £3,134,960 | £2,022,181 | £10,441,301 | £2,147,872 | 62 / 300 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford
What does The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford do?
The objects are(a) to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, inparticular by furthering the mission of the Church of England;(b) to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building;(c) to advance any other charitable purposes which are ancillary to the furtherance of the above purposes
How much income did The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford report in 2024?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford reported total income of £3.00m and reported expenditure of £3.13m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford has a program ratio of 67.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 26% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford registered as a charity?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 October 2023 as charity number 1205397. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Very Revd Sarah Romilly Denner Brown. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford operate?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford operates across 2 areas: Herefordshire and Shropshire.
Is The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford a registered charity?
Yes — The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary And Saint Ethelbert In Hereford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1205397.
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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