The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex
Also known as: Brightlingsea PCC
The PCC is concerned with the promotion of the Christian Church of England in Brightlingsea in its many evangelical and social aspects, considering and discussing subjects of religious or public interest.The PCC is also charged with overseeing the budget and raising funds not only for special projects but also for the day to day running of the Church and to maintain its inherited foundation.
Activities & Mission
The PCC is concerned with the promotion of the Christian Church of England in Brightlingsea in its many evangelical and social aspects, considering and discussing subjects of religious or public interest.The PCC is also charged with overseeing the budget and raising funds not only for special projects but also for the day to day running of the Church and to maintain its inherited foundation.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 74% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 77% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £189,007 | £182,425 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2023 | £739,508 | £730,518 | £729,842 | £175,118 | £3,539 | 4 / 127 |
| 2022 | £208,626 | £268,368 | 0 / 130 | |||
| 2021 | £111,149 | £137,358 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2020 | £125,102 | £98,306 | 0 / 123 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex
What does The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex do?
The PCC is concerned with the promotion of the Christian Church of England in Brightlingsea in its many evangelical and social aspects, considering and discussing subjects of religious or public interest.The PCC is also charged with overseeing the budget and raising funds not only for special projects but also for the day to day running of the Church and to maintain its inherited foundation.
How much income did The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex report in 2024?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex reported total income of £189k and reported expenditure of £182k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex has a program ratio of 98.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 74% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex registered as a charity?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 October 2012 as charity number 1149403. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Caroline Evelyn Beckett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex operate?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex a registered charity?
Yes — The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Brightlingsea Colchester Essex is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149403.
Details
St James Church
Victoria Place
Brightlingsea
Colchester
CO7 0AB
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- 14 May 2026
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