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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".

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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

Latest Income
£685,209
Latest Expenditure
£740,588

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 108.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £587,583
Charitable Activities £92,986
Other Trading £0
Investments £4,640
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £740,588
Raising Funds £0
Governance £3,934
Grants to Institutions £127,093
Other Expenditure £0

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
£685,209
£740,588£740,588£1,573,220£1,562,76210 / 195
2024
£709,702
£713,015£713,015£1,632,117£1,620,5558 / 190
2023
£617,918
£743,119£743,119£1,630,295£90,0007 / 185
2022
£551,299
£577,118£577,118£1,743,091£90,0007 / 185
2021
£527,472
£537,177£537,177£1,730,780£80,0008 / 180

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 2025?

The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St John, Tunbridge Wells reported total income of £685k and reported expenditure of £741k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

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 18 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nicholas Brian 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

Address
AMHERST ROAD
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
KENT
TN4 9LG
Registration Date
9 November 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5005560
Charity Number
1132603

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Trustees

Nicholas Brian Prideaux Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Alexander Michael Tanner
Alistair James Simms
ANDREW DAVID SMITH
Anthony John Marshall Whittome
Charissa Anne Buggs
CLAUDIA ELIZABETH CHAMBERS
David Philip Watson
Hayley Natasha Watts
James Akroyd
James Andrew Finlayson
JOHN GLENN MCLERNON
Michael Francis Giles Warriner
Also governs 1 other charity
Monique London
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Thomas James Nash
Stephen David Howcroft
Steven James Robert Tunstead
Susan Anne Taylor

Also Known As

  • St John's Church, Tunbridge Wells

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