The Order Of The Cross
Also known as: Trust Property Held in Connection with Order of the Cross
(1) The advancement of the Christian Religion in accordance with the Founder's vision and interpretation.(2) The holding of regular Services of Public Worship.(3) The giving of instruction in the Christian Religion as interpreted by the Founder to the young.
Activities & Mission
(1) The advancement of the Christian Religion in accordance with the Founder's vision and interpretation.(2) The holding of regular Services of Public Worship.(3) The giving of instruction in the Christian Religion as interpreted by the Founder to the young.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £643,058 | £545,159 | £509,807 | £15,183,746 | £841,535 | 0 / 15 |
| 2024 | £2,903,679 | £406,026 | £269,757 | £14,851,174 | £391,054 | 0 / 15 |
| 2023 | £287,362 | £338,988 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £157,710 | £262,311 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £178,963 | £317,936 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Order Of The Cross
What does The Order Of The Cross do?
(1) The advancement of the Christian Religion in accordance with the Founder's vision and interpretation.(2) The holding of regular Services of Public Worship.(3) The giving of instruction in the Christian Religion as interpreted by the Founder to the young.
How much income did The Order Of The Cross report in 2025?
The Order Of The Cross reported total income of £643k and reported expenditure of £545k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Order Of The Cross?
The Order Of The Cross has a program ratio of 79.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Order Of The Cross registered as a charity?
The Order Of The Cross was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 January 1973 as charity number 247761. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs The Order Of The Cross?
The Order Of The Cross is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Order Of The Cross operate?
The Order Of The Cross operates across 5 areas, including Australia, New Zealand, Scotland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Order Of The Cross a registered charity?
Yes — The Order Of The Cross is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 247761.
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At The Abbey
The Green
Sutton Courtenay
ABINGDON
OX14 4AF
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Also Known As
- Trust Property Held in Connection with Order of the Cross
- The Order of the Cross
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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