The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells
Also known as: St John's Church, Tunbridge Wells
We are committed to the historical teaching of the Church of England, as found in the Thirty-nine Articles of Religion, the Book of Common Prayer and the historical Creeds and the Formularies.Our mission statement expresses our desire of "Knowing Jesus better and making Jesus better known".
Activities & Mission
We are committed to the historical teaching of the Church of England, as found in the Thirty-nine Articles of Religion, the Book of Common Prayer and the historical Creeds and the Formularies.Our mission statement expresses our desire of "Knowing Jesus better and making Jesus better known".
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 78% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 68% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £709,702 | £713,015 | £713,015 | £1,632,117 | £1,620,555 | 8 / 190 |
| 2023 | £617,918 | £743,119 | £743,119 | £1,630,295 | £90,000 | 7 / 185 |
| 2022 | £551,299 | £577,118 | £577,118 | £1,743,091 | £90,000 | 7 / 185 |
| 2021 | £527,472 | £537,177 | £537,177 | £1,730,780 | £80,000 | 8 / 180 |
| 2020 | £512,975 | £584,837 | £584,837 | £1,598,502 | £80,000 | 9 / 160 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells
What does The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells do?
We are committed to the historical teaching of the Church of England, as found in the Thirty-nine Articles of Religion, the Book of Common Prayer and the historical Creeds and the Formularies.Our mission statement expresses our desire of "Knowing Jesus better and making Jesus better known".
How much income did The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells report in 2024?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells reported total income of £710k and reported expenditure of £713k 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 St John, Tunbridge Wells?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells has a program ratio of 100.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% 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 St John, Tunbridge Wells registered as a charity?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 2009 as charity number 1132603. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells is governed by a board of 19 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nicholas Prideaux. 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 St John, Tunbridge Wells operate?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells a registered charity?
Yes — The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1132603.
Details
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
KENT
TN4 9LG
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- 14 May 2026
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