Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust

Also known as: Methodist Central Hall Westminster, Methodist Conference Property at Central Hall Westminster

The object of the trust is the provision of funds to further the Methodist Church's Mission and to maintain the Methodist Central Hall, which is its principal asset. Develop a sustainable heritage attraction, educational resource, and museum for research purposes

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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

City Of Westminster

Financial Information

Latest Income

£8,970,092

Latest Expenditure

£8,928,344

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 4.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 4.5%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 96.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £8,882,271

Investments £7,025

Other Income £80,796

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £401,114

Raising Funds £8,500,970

Governance £67,742

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £26,260

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	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£8,970,092	£8,928,344	£401,114	£8,461,480	£8,303,672	38 / 0
2024	£11,917,328	£8,906,096	£474,774	£8,419,732	£8,255,349	43 / 0
2023	£8,550,854	£9,505,693	£566,411	£5,408,500	£5,237,542	49 / 0
2022	£5,879,020	£6,255,374	£477,774	£6,363,339	£6,185,806	37 / 0
2021	£932,394	£3,085,764	£523,120	£6,739,693	£839,265	26 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust

What does Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust do?

How much income did Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust report in 2025?

Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust reported total income of £8.97m and reported expenditure of £8.93m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust registered as a charity?

Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 February 2010 as charity number 1133912. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust?

Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev PAUL EDWARD REGAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust operate?

Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust operates in City Of Westminster, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Westminster Methodist Central Hall Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1133912.