West Norfolk Methodist Circuit

West Norfolk Methodist Circuit offers opportunity for Christian worship and service in its 21 churches. It also makes its services available for baptisms, wedding and funerals as well as providing pastoral care. Several volunteers within the Methodist Church are Lay Preachers and many other volunteers take on roles to promote the religious ethos of the charity.

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Activities & 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

Norfolk

Financial Information

Latest Income

£483,673

Latest Expenditure

£366,041

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 75.7%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 75.7%

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.

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	Staff
2025	£483,673	£366,041	0 / 100
2024	£234,723	£318,089	0 / 100
2023	£221,275	£298,630	0 / 100
2022	£219,242	£368,520	0 / 0
2021	£216,453	£224,400	0 / 80

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about West Norfolk Methodist Circuit

What does West Norfolk Methodist Circuit do?

How much income did West Norfolk Methodist Circuit report in 2025?

West Norfolk Methodist Circuit reported total income of £484k and reported expenditure of £366k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was West Norfolk Methodist Circuit registered as a charity?

West Norfolk Methodist Circuit was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 June 2010 as charity number 1136177. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs West Norfolk Methodist Circuit?

West Norfolk Methodist Circuit is governed by a board of 46 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Paul Critchley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West Norfolk Methodist Circuit operate?

West Norfolk Methodist Circuit operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is West Norfolk Methodist Circuit a registered charity?

Yes — West Norfolk Methodist Circuit is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1136177.