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The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey

Also known as: The Order of St Benedict

To enable the Community to live a monastic life according to the rule of St Benedict and provide a retreat guesthouse

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Activities & Mission

To enable the Community to live a monastic life according to the rule of St Benedict and provide a retreat guesthouse

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£31,561
Latest Expenditure
£170,712

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 540.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 540.9%
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
£31,561
£170,7120 / 1
2023
£58,350
£150,7230 / 2
2022
£106,130
£156,7520 / 2
2021
£175,689
£187,8310 / 3
2020
£121,967
£132,6840 / 6

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Frequently asked questions about The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey

What does The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey do?

To enable the Community to live a monastic life according to the rule of St Benedict and provide a retreat guesthouse

How much income did The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey report in 2024?

The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £171k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey registered as a charity?

The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 April 1964 as charity number 229216. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey?

The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Nigel Price. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey operate?

The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey a registered charity?

Yes — The Order Of St Benedict At Alton Abbey is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229216.

Details

Address
12 Estuary Avenue
Appledore
Bideford
Devon
EX39 1GF
Registration Date
10 April 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
229216
Charity Number
229216

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Trustees

David Nigel Price Chair
Also governs 3 other charities
Brother ANDREW EDMOND ST GILES JOHNSON
DOM Anselm Shobrook OSB
DOM Anthony Witherspoon
DOM Timothy Bavin OSB
Rev Jonathan Edward Evans
Also governs 3 other charities
The Reverend Canon Timothy David Pike
Also governs 1 other charity
THE RT REVD DOM GILES HILL OSB
Also governs 1 other charity
Timothy Patrick Abraham
Also governs 6 other charities

Also Known As

  • The Order of St Benedict

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