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The Church Estate

Also known as: The Church Estate Charity Durham

The objects of the charity are the repair of the fabric of St Margaret's Church, Durham and to maintain the services therein and subject thereto, to further the religious and other work of the Church of England in the areas of the parishes of St Margaret, Durham and St John, Neville's Cross, Durham.

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the charity are the repair of the fabric of St Margaret's Church, Durham and to maintain the services therein and subject thereto, to further the religious and other work of the Church of England in the areas of the parishes of St Margaret, Durham and St John, Neville's Cross, Durham.

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

Latest Income
£49,998
Latest Expenditure
£28,001

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 56.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 56.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£49,998
£28,0010 / 0
2024
£47,494
£65,3010 / 0
2023
£44,208
£19,5020 / 0
2022
£38,952
£26,2800 / 0
2021
£33,526
£27,1910 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Church Estate

What does The Church Estate do?

The objects of the charity are the repair of the fabric of St Margaret's Church, Durham and to maintain the services therein and subject thereto, to further the religious and other work of the Church of England in the areas of the parishes of St Margaret, Durham and St John, Neville's Cross, Durham.

How much income did The Church Estate report in 2025?

The Church Estate reported total income of £50k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Church Estate registered as a charity?

The Church Estate was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 February 1967 as charity number 250248. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs The Church Estate?

The Church Estate is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Barnaby Thomas Huish. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Church Estate operate?

The Church Estate operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Church Estate a registered charity?

Yes — The Church Estate is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 250248.

Details

Address
28 BRIARDENE
DURHAM
DH1 4QU
Registration Date
9 February 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
250248
Charity Number
250248

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Trustees

Dr Michael Ross Bullock
Jennifer Smurthwaite
Also governs 1 other charity
JONATHAN BRAMLEY COOK
PETER ATHEN SMITH
Also governs 1 other charity
Rachel Elissa Lillycrop
Rosemary Ann O'Neill
Sue Lyons

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Church Estate Charity Durham

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