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The Open Bible Trust

The Open Bible Trust publishes a magazine and Bible study materials including books, booklets, CDs, MP3s, and DVDs. It also holds seminars and conferences and organises an annual Christian holiday, all of which take place in a variety of locations throughout the UK. The Open Bible Trust website, www.obt.org.uk, is updated regularly, and gives further details.

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Activities & Mission

The Open Bible Trust publishes a magazine and Bible study materials including books, booklets, CDs, MP3s, and DVDs. It also holds seminars and conferences and organises an annual Christian holiday, all of which take place in a variety of locations throughout the UK. The Open Bible Trust website, www.obt.org.uk, is updated regularly, and gives further details.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£46,668
Latest Expenditure
£32,527

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 69.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 69.7%
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
£46,668
£32,5270 / 4
2024
£45,996
£35,9350 / 3
2023
£40,067
£32,0360 / 3
2022
£39,364
£33,0000 / 3
2021
£42,918
£31,0380 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about The Open Bible Trust

What does The Open Bible Trust do?

The Open Bible Trust publishes a magazine and Bible study materials including books, booklets, CDs, MP3s, and DVDs. It also holds seminars and conferences and organises an annual Christian holiday, all of which take place in a variety of locations throughout the UK. The Open Bible Trust website, www.obt.org.uk, is updated regularly, and gives further details.

How much income did The Open Bible Trust report in 2025?

The Open Bible Trust reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £33k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Open Bible Trust registered as a charity?

The Open Bible Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 November 1984 as charity number 326717. It has been registered for 42 years.

Who runs The Open Bible Trust?

The Open Bible Trust 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 Open Bible Trust operate?

The Open Bible Trust operates across 7 areas, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Open Bible Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Open Bible Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 326717.

Details

Address
FORDLAND MOUNT
UPPER BASILDON
READING
RG8 8LU
Registration Date
12 November 1984
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
326717
Charity Number
326717

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Trustees

Andrea Joy Marple
ANDREW BARRY MARPLE
VICTORIA GWENDOLINE WILKINSON
WILLIAM MURRAY HENRY

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