The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury
Also known as: Salisbury Cathedral
The objects of the Cathedral are to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England. In addition, to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Cathedral are to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England. In addition, to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building
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 16% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £6,918,000 | £7,027,000 | £3,646,000 | £70,510,000 | £4,513,000 | 86 / 550 |
| 2024 | £6,267,000 | £6,746,000 | £3,665,000 | £70,915,000 | £4,400,000 | 84 / 550 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury
What does The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury do?
The objects of the Cathedral are to advance the Christian religion in accordance with the faith and practice of the Church of England, in particular by furthering the mission of the Church of England. In addition, to care for and conserve the fabric and structure of the Cathedral Church building
How much income did The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury report in 2025?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury reported total income of £6.92m and reported expenditure of £7.03m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury has a program ratio of 52.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% 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 Salisbury registered as a charity?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 April 2023 as charity number 1202770. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Very Rev'd Nicholas Charles Papadopulos. 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 Salisbury operate?
The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury operates in Wiltshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury a registered charity?
Yes — The Cathedral Church Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Salisbury is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202770.
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- 14 May 2026
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