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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1061777
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The Friends of Marbury Church Trust is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1061777. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Cheshire East, Shropshire and Cheshire West & Chester. The register describes its activities as: “Raising funds in support of Marbury Church and its activities.” Its charitable objects are: “To advance the Christian religion and in particular but without prejudice to the generality of the forgoing (1) The restoration, preservation, repair, improvement, beautification and reconstruction of the church of st. Michael, Marbury (the 'church') in the diocese of Chester, and the monuments, fittings, fixtures…” In the year to 31 Dec 2025 it reported income of £749 and spending of £11k.
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Latest income
£749
Latest spending
£11k
- What it funds
- Religious activities
- Who it helps
- Other defined groups
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisations
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2025 | £749 | £11k |
| 31 Dec 2024 | £1,015 | £0 |
| 31 Dec 2023 | £704 | £0 |
| 31 Dec 2022 | £70 | £0 |
| 31 Dec 2021 | £35 | £85 |
Charitable objects
To advance the Christian religion and in particular but without prejudice to the generality of the forgoing (1) The restoration, preservation, repair, improvement, beautification and reconstruction of the church of st. Michael, Marbury (the 'church') in the diocese of Chester, and the monuments, fittings, fixtures, stained glass, furniture, ornaments, and chattels in the 'church' and of the churchyard belonging thereto. (2) To encourage attendance at st michael's. (3) To keep the church open and in use by providing financial aid and other support for the parochial church council. (4) For any other purposes which are charitable at law for the benefit of all those who may wish to use the church - from wherever they may come.''
Where it operates
Cheshire East, Shropshire, Cheshire West & Chester
- Formerly
- The Friends of Marbury Church Building Trust
- Trustees
- 4
What The Friends of Marbury Church Trust funds
The Friends of Marbury Church Trust is registered under the Charity Commission purposes religious activities for the general public and other defined groups; the register records that it makes grants to organisations. Over its last 5 reported years, to 31 Dec 2025, it spent £11.1k in total.
How to apply to The Friends of Marbury Church Trust
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Friends of Marbury Church Trust in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). It may fund by invitation only, or through programmes that OpenGrant's sources do not cover. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about The Friends of Marbury Church Trust
Is The Friends of Marbury Church Trust open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Friends of Marbury Church Trust is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does The Friends of Marbury Church Trust fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Cheshire East, Shropshire and Cheshire West & Chester.
Does The Friends of Marbury Church Trust give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that The Friends of Marbury Church Trust makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does The Friends of Marbury Church Trust give each year?
The register does not break out The Friends of Marbury Church Trust's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Dec 2025 was £11k. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £2,217 a year.
How large is The Friends of Marbury Church Trust?
In its latest reported year The Friends of Marbury Church Trust reported income of £749 and spending of £11k.
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