The St James Clerkenwell Charity
Also known as: Clerkenwell St James - Acre of Land
The objects are the repair and maintenance of the Church of St James, Clerkenwell and the furtherance of the charitable work of that church.
Activities & Mission
The objects are the repair and maintenance of the Church of St James, Clerkenwell and the furtherance of the charitable work of that church.
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 92% of UK Heritage charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 39). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 69% of UK Heritage charities with income £10K to £100K. (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 | £39,418 | £45,754 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £43,040 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £738,456 | £800,202 | £800,202 | £1,623,692 | £450,169 | 10 / 40 |
| 2021 | £613,597 | £656,824 | £656,824 | £1,721,656 | £502,877 | 10 / 40 |
| 2020 | £708,963 | £625,814 | £625,814 | £1,648,197 | £522,817 | 10 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about The St James Clerkenwell Charity
What does The St James Clerkenwell Charity do?
The objects are the repair and maintenance of the Church of St James, Clerkenwell and the furtherance of the charitable work of that church.
How much income did The St James Clerkenwell Charity report in 2024?
The St James Clerkenwell Charity reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The St James Clerkenwell Charity?
The St James Clerkenwell Charity has a program ratio of 108.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Heritage charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 39 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The St James Clerkenwell Charity registered as a charity?
The St James Clerkenwell Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 October 1979 as charity number 278682. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The St James Clerkenwell Charity?
The St James Clerkenwell Charity is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The St James Clerkenwell Charity operate?
The St James Clerkenwell Charity operates in Islington, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The St James Clerkenwell Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The St James Clerkenwell Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278682.
Details
Clerkenwell Close
LONDON
EC1R 0EA
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Also Known As
- Clerkenwell St James - Acre of Land
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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