The French Hospital
Also known as: The French Protestant Hospital, The Governors and Directors of the Hospital for Poor French Protestants and Their Descendants Residing in Great Britain
THE HOSPITAL MAINTAINS 59 SELF-CONTAINED SHELTERED FLATS WITH ANCILLARY SERVICES AT LA PROVIDENCE, ROCHESTER, KENT.
Activities & Mission
THE HOSPITAL MAINTAINS 59 SELF-CONTAINED SHELTERED FLATS WITH ANCILLARY SERVICES AT LA PROVIDENCE, ROCHESTER, KENT.
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 56% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 54% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £781,298 | £729,065 | £708,257 | £5,629,731 | £3,178,707 | 10 / 0 |
| 2024 | £721,388 | £873,340 | £852,729 | £5,553,459 | £4,743,196 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £698,185 | £761,570 | £704,597 | £5,395,089 | £4,647,871 | 8 / 0 |
| 2022 | £658,591 | £552,391 | £513,686 | £5,422,569 | £4,717,810 | 8 / 0 |
| 2021 | £584,903 | £537,330 | £511,926 | £5,712,130 | £4,817,593 | 9 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The French Hospital
What does The French Hospital do?
THE HOSPITAL MAINTAINS 59 SELF-CONTAINED SHELTERED FLATS WITH ANCILLARY SERVICES AT LA PROVIDENCE, ROCHESTER, KENT.
How much income did The French Hospital report in 2025?
The French Hospital reported total income of £781k and reported expenditure of £729k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The French Hospital?
The French Hospital has a program ratio of 90.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 56% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The French Hospital registered as a charity?
The French Hospital was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 April 1964 as charity number 219318. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The French Hospital?
The French Hospital is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHARLES EDMUND MAURICE MARTINEAU. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The French Hospital operate?
The French Hospital operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The French Hospital a registered charity?
Yes — The French Hospital is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 219318.
Details
41 La Providence
ROCHESTER
ME1 1NB
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Also governs 2 other charities
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Also governs 2 other charities
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The French Protestant Hospital
- The Governors and Directors of the Hospital for Poor French Protestants and Their Descendants Residing in Great Britain
- The French Hospital
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated