The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church
To raise funds towards maintainence, repair, restoration, improvement and reconstruction of the fabric of the Church of St Peter & St Paul in West Mersea and thus to promote community cohesion, a wider appreciation and use of the church buildings and good relationships between "the town" and the Church.
Activities & Mission
To raise funds towards maintainence, repair, restoration, improvement and reconstruction of the fabric of the Church of St Peter & St Paul in West Mersea and thus to promote community cohesion, a wider appreciation and use of the church buildings and good relationships between "the town" and the Church.
Grants
The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2026)
- £7,392
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage, human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity and recreation
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £12,804 | £7,392 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2025 | £12,980 | £11,829 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £13,497 | £12,820 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £11,122 | £3,631 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church
What does The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church do?
To raise funds towards maintainence, repair, restoration, improvement and reconstruction of the fabric of the Church of St Peter & St Paul in West Mersea and thus to promote community cohesion, a wider appreciation and use of the church buildings and good relationships between "the town" and the Church.
How much income did The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church report in 2026?
The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church registered as a charity?
The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 April 2012 as charity number 1147070. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church?
The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church operate?
The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of West Mersea Parish Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147070.
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- 2 November 2026
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