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The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral

The charity undertakes a programme of activities to raise money for Southwark Cathedral, and in particular the maintenance repair and beautification of the Cathedral and its fabric and furnishings, and to provide opportunities for Friends of the Cathedral to meet each other and to explore the Cathedral and other places together.

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Activities & Mission

The charity undertakes a programme of activities to raise money for Southwark Cathedral, and in particular the maintenance repair and beautification of the Cathedral and its fabric and furnishings, and to provide opportunities for Friends of the Cathedral to meet each other and to explore the Cathedral and other places together.

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
£53,576
Latest Expenditure
£67,494

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 126.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 126.0%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£53,576
£67,4940 / 5
2023
£49,538
£55,8230 / 4
2022
£50,334
£32,1310 / 15
2021
£50,334
£32,1310 / 15
2020
£156,341
£164,5430 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral

What does The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral do?

The charity undertakes a programme of activities to raise money for Southwark Cathedral, and in particular the maintenance repair and beautification of the Cathedral and its fabric and furnishings, and to provide opportunities for Friends of the Cathedral to meet each other and to explore the Cathedral and other places together.

How much income did The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral report in 2024?

The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral reported total income of £54k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral registered as a charity?

The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 December 2014 as charity number 1159545. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral?

The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral operate?

The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral operates in Southwark, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of Southwark Cathedral is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159545.

Details

Address
SOUTHWARK CATHEDRAL
MONTAGUE CHAMBERS
MONTAGUE CLOSE
LONDON
SE1 9DA
Registration Date
9 December 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5055711
Charity Number
1159545

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Trustees

GEORGE MARTIN
Jennifer Jones
MARGARET JOAN BUSGITH
Sara Victoria George
Tessa Bartley
The Very Revd Dr Mark Oakley
Also governs 2 other charities
Vivienne Jane Baines

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