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Woolwich Garrison Church Trust

Also known as: Friends of St George?s

The purpose of the Trust is to maintain and restore parts of this Grade II listed Church (including the famous Venetian mosaics) which was largely destroyed by a flying bomb in July 1944. The additional aim of the Trust is to organise regular services at the Church, which remains consecrated ground, and also a variety of events, Open Air Theatre, concerts, and private parties, receptions etc.

Activities & Mission

The purpose of the Trust is to maintain and restore parts of this Grade II listed Church (including the famous Venetian mosaics) which was largely destroyed by a flying bomb in July 1944. The additional aim of the Trust is to organise regular services at the Church, which remains consecrated ground, and also a variety of events, Open Air Theatre, concerts, and private parties, receptions etc.

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

Latest Income
£70,689
Latest Expenditure
£72,683

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.8%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£70,689
£72,6830 / 15
2023
£50,500
£40,6350 / 20
2022
£102,932
£43,7680 / 5
2021
£65,526
£66,2700 / 20
2020
£31,721
£16,4860 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Woolwich Garrison Church Trust

What does Woolwich Garrison Church Trust do?

The purpose of the Trust is to maintain and restore parts of this Grade II listed Church (including the famous Venetian mosaics) which was largely destroyed by a flying bomb in July 1944. The additional aim of the Trust is to organise regular services at the Church, which remains consecrated ground, and also a variety of events, Open Air Theatre, concerts, and private parties, receptions etc.

How much income did Woolwich Garrison Church Trust report in 2024?

Woolwich Garrison Church Trust reported total income of £71k and reported expenditure of £73k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Woolwich Garrison Church Trust registered as a charity?

Woolwich Garrison Church Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 August 2016 as charity number 1168633. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Woolwich Garrison Church Trust?

Woolwich Garrison Church Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is TIMOTHY PAUL BARNES QC HON LLD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Woolwich Garrison Church Trust operate?

Woolwich Garrison Church Trust operates in Greenwich, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Woolwich Garrison Church Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Woolwich Garrison Church Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168633.

Details

Address
THE WHITE HOUSE
CROOMS HILL
LONDON
SE10 8HH
Registration Date
5 August 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5073819
Charity Number
1168633

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Trustees

TIMOTHY PAUL BARNES QC HON LLD Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
ANDREW CHARLES BLUNDY
Also governs 1 other charity
David Ball
David Rome
Eamon Niall O'Leary
Leo Fletcher
Also governs 1 other charity
Lt. Col. Veronica Mary Sefton
Miles Storey
PAMELA FRANKLIN
Peter Waller
SAEED AHMAD
SHRICHANDRA GURUNG
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Friends of St George?s

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