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The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust

The advancement of education for people of all ages, and all religious faiths or none, in particular by promoting the use of the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban and its connections as an educational resource.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of education for people of all ages, and all religious faiths or none, in particular by promoting the use of the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban and its connections as an educational resource.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£47,577
Latest Expenditure
£49,551

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 104.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 104.1%
Expenditure as % of income

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
£47,577
£49,5510 / 0
2024
£57,985
£67,0430 / 0
2023
£60,258
£55,7540 / 15
2022
£44,009
£42,5960 / 0
2021
£45,966
£41,6780 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust

What does The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust do?

The advancement of education for people of all ages, and all religious faiths or none, in particular by promoting the use of the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban and its connections as an educational resource.

How much income did The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust report in 2025?

The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust reported total income of £48k and reported expenditure of £50k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust registered as a charity?

The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 May 1988 as charity number 299317. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust?

The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is KATHRYN BIRSS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust operate?

The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust operates across 4 areas: Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Luton.

Is The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The St Albans Cathedral Education Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299317.

Details

Address
St Albans Cathedral
Sumpter Yard
St Albans
AL1 1BY
Registration Date
26 May 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
299317
Charity Number
299317

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Trustees

KATHRYN BIRSS Chair
Bishop Alan Robert Gillion
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Banita Lal
DR MIKE NEWELL
Lucy Deborah Hinchliffe
Patrick Moriarty
Professor Quintin McKellar
Also governs 1 other charity
RORY TAPNER
ROSALIND HARDY
Sylvia Lucy Chong-Tai

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