The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames
Also known as: Dorchester Abbey PCC
The PCC advances religion in providing the resources to enable clergy, paid workers, volunteers and the build ing to live out its declared purpose to welcome,to engage all comers in an exploration of faith and to include all people in the way that Christ did in his ministry. The building is widely used for community purposes including fundraising events and concerts.
Activities & Mission
The PCC advances religion in providing the resources to enable clergy, paid workers, volunteers and the build ing to live out its declared purpose to welcome,to engage all comers in an exploration of faith and to include all people in the way that Christ did in his ministry. The building is widely used for community purposes including fundraising events and concerts.
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 15% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% 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 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 | £328,131 | £316,730 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2024 | £277,782 | £262,743 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2023 | £1,286,938 | £259,642 | £252,447 | £1,315,395 | £1,237,408 | 3 / 150 |
| 2022 | £230,912 | £198,747 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2021 | £223,296 | £200,316 | 0 / 150 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames
What does The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames do?
The PCC advances religion in providing the resources to enable clergy, paid workers, volunteers and the build ing to live out its declared purpose to welcome,to engage all comers in an exploration of faith and to include all people in the way that Christ did in his ministry. The building is widely used for community purposes including fundraising events and concerts.
How much income did The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames report in 2025?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames reported total income of £328k and reported expenditure of £317k for the financial year ending 2025, 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 Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames has a program ratio of 19.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% 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 Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames registered as a charity?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 January 2010 as charity number 1133787. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames is governed by a board of 15 trustees. 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 Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames operate?
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames a registered charity?
Yes — The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of St Peter And St Paul, Dorchester On Thames is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1133787.
Details
DORCHESTER-ON-THAMES
WALLINGFORD
OX10 7HN
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Also Known As
- Dorchester Abbey PCC
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- 14 May 2026
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