West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit

Also known as: West Penwith Methodist Circuit, West Cornwall Methodist Circuit

The circuit is the administrative body of the Methodist Churches of West Cornwall, supporting their joint and several parts in God's mission.

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Activities & Mission

The circuit is the administrative body of the Methodist Churches of West Cornwall, supporting their joint and several parts in God's mission.

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

Cornwall

Financial Information

Latest Income

£706,586

Latest Expenditure

£214,965

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 30.4%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 1.3%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £10,000

Charitable Activities £176,912

Other Trading £32,400

Investments £31,205

Other Income £456,069

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £214,965

Raising Funds £0

Governance £2,820

Grants to Institutions £0

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 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	£706,586	£214,965	£214,965	£2,178,828	£281,879	4 / 5
2023	£311,974	£241,443				0 / 15
2022	£206,200	£225,133				0 / 15
2021	£205,446	£265,048				0 / 15
2020	£190,345	£230,611				0 / 15

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Frequently asked questions about West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit

What does West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit do?

The circuit is the administrative body of the Methodist Churches of West Cornwall, supporting their joint and several parts in God's mission.

How much income did West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit report in 2024?

West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit reported total income of £707k and reported expenditure of £215k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit registered as a charity?

West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 April 2010 as charity number 1135689. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit?

West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit is governed by a board of 38 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev RALPH HENRY WARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit operate?

West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit a registered charity?

Yes — West Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly Methodist Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1135689.