The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit
Also known as: Chiltern Downs Methodist Circuit
To support the work of the 22 Methodist Churches which make up the South Bedfordshire Circuit in their worship, learning and caring, service and evangelism.
Activities & Mission
To support the work of the 22 Methodist Churches which make up the South Bedfordshire Circuit in their worship, learning and caring, service and evangelism.
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 5% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 82% 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.
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 | £432,374 | £497,026 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £900,196 | £356,081 | £16,651 | £2,682,948 | £2,621,979 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £415,678 | £438,011 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £396,633 | £491,620 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £400,540 | £421,283 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit
What does The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit do?
To support the work of the 22 Methodist Churches which make up the South Bedfordshire Circuit in their worship, learning and caring, service and evangelism.
How much income did The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit report in 2024?
The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit reported total income of £432k and reported expenditure of £497k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit?
The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit has a program ratio of 1.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 5% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit registered as a charity?
The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 February 2010 as charity number 1134222. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit?
The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit is governed by a board of 68 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit operate?
The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit operates in Central Bedfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit a registered charity?
Yes — The South Bedfordshire Methodist Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134222.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Chiltern Downs Methodist Circuit
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated