The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese
Also known as: The Mothers' Union - (diocese of Gloucester Branch)
Help is given by members to the Prison Play Area at Leyhill Prison; to the Mother and Baby Unit at Eastwood Park Prison; to Parenting Courses and to a Child Contact Centre at Cheltenham and at Gloucester. Some branches run mother and toddler groups in their parishes and some assist with marriage preparation courses and run lunch clubs for the elderly.
Activities & Mission
Help is given by members to the Prison Play Area at Leyhill Prison; to the Mother and Baby Unit at Eastwood Park Prison; to Parenting Courses and to a Child Contact Centre at Cheltenham and at Gloucester. Some branches run mother and toddler groups in their parishes and some assist with marriage preparation courses and run lunch clubs for the elderly.
Grants
The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £60,465
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, overseas aid or famine relief and religious activities
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £65,061 | £60,465 | 0 / 606 | |||
| 2024 | £64,188 | £58,586 | 0 / 611 | |||
| 2023 | £61,563 | £53,858 | 0 / 660 | |||
| 2022 | £77,285 | £64,304 | 0 / 655 | |||
| 2021 | £64,477 | £56,540 | 0 / 727 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese
What does The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese do?
Help is given by members to the Prison Play Area at Leyhill Prison; to the Mother and Baby Unit at Eastwood Park Prison; to Parenting Courses and to a Child Contact Centre at Cheltenham and at Gloucester. Some branches run mother and toddler groups in their parishes and some assist with marriage preparation courses and run lunch clubs for the elderly.
How much income did The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese report in 2025?
The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese reported total income of £65k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese registered as a charity?
The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 1966 as charity number 249912. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese?
The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Doreen Mclellan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese operate?
The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese a registered charity?
Yes — The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249912.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Mothers' Union - (diocese of Gloucester Branch)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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