Charity Registration Number: 1086447
DENSHAW COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT AND
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For The Year Ended 31 March 2024

DENSHAW COM￿[uNITy ASSOCIATION
CONTENTS
Page
Members of tk Board and professional advisers
Trustees Ann￿} Report
Independent Examiners Report
Receipts and Payments Accounts
Statement of Assets and Liabllities
10
Notes to the financial statements

DENSHAW COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIOIY
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD AND PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS
Registered Charity NAme
Denshaw Community Association
Charity Number
1086447
Principal Address
Denshaw Village Hall
Ripponden Road
Denshaw
Oldham
OL3 5SY
Contact Address
2 Buckley Drive
Denshaw
Oldham
OL3 5RT
Trustee8
Alan Roughly
Rosalyn Louise Martin
Martin Richard Wilson Smith
Susan O'Driscoll (appointed 24110123)
Kathryn Hulme (appointed 24110123)
lan David Baker (appointed 24110123)
Violet Baker (appointed 19111124)
Graham Sinclair (resigned 10109124)
Chalr
Susan O'thiscoll
Treasurer
Martin Richard Wilson Smith
Aecountants
Community Accounting Lancashire C.I.C.
Foxfields
9 Norley Close
Chadderton
Oldham
OLI 2RA
Bankers
Royal Bank of Scotland
1-5 Church Terrace
Oldham
OLI 3AU

Trustees. Annual Report for the period
Period start date
1st
Aprll 2023
Period end date
31st March
From
To
2024
Section A
Reference and administration details
Charlty name
Denshaw Communty Association
Other names charlty Is known by
Denshaw Village Association
Regl8tered charlty number (If any)
1086447
Charlty'8 prfnclpal address
Denshaw Village Hall
Ripponden Road
Denshaw
Oldham
Postcode
OL3 5SY
Names of the charlty trustees who manage the charlty
Trustee name
Offlce (11 ary)
Date8 acted If not for
whole
Chair
From 2411012023
Treasurer
Booking Secretary
Secretary
NaTh of pernon (or b¢xly) entltled
toa
Int tru8tse
Ifan
Susan O'Driscoll
Martin Smith
Rosalyn Martin
lan Baker
Alan Roughley
Graham Sinclair
Kathryn Hulme
Violet Baker
From 2411012023
To 1010912024
From 2411012023
From 1911112024
Names of the trustees for the charity, If any, (for example, any custodlan trustees)
Name
Dates acted if not for whole
ear
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional inforniation)
e of adviser
Name
Address
Accountant
Community
Accounting
Foxfields, 9 Norley Close
Lancashire C.l.C.
Chadderton. Oldham OL12RA
Bankers
RBS
Name of chief executlve or names of senlor staff members (Optlonal Inforniation)

Section B
Structure,
overnance and mana
ement
Descriptlon of the charlty's trusts
Constitution
Type of governing document
How the charity is constituted
Asso(xation
Trustee selection methods
Apponted by existing trustees
Addltlonal governance Issues (Optlonal Inforniatlon)
We harfe informal contacts with other community charities in the area to
discuss common problems and opportunrties.
You may choose to include
additional information, whe
relevant, about:
pollcies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees;
the charity's organisational
structure and any wider
network with whith the charty
works;
relatlonship with any related
parties;
trustees, consideration of
major risks and the system
and procedures to manage
them.
Section C
Ob-ectives and activities
To manage and maintain Denshaw Village Hall for the residents of
Denshaw and the wider communty of Saddleworth.
To promote, without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race or of
politi¢21, religious or other opinions the provision of facilities in the
interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation and
the improvement of serrfices and amenities with the object of improving
the conditions and qualty of life of the residents of the Parish of Denshaw
and Surrounding area.
Summary of the objects of the
charlty set out In Its
governlng document

Hiring out of the village hall to organisations and individuals for such
activities that can take place within the three rooms that comprise the
building. Currently these indude a dramaldance group, 2 table tennis
groups, the local Primary School and an exercise class. There are also
regular meetings of a meditation class, a Tai Chi class, 2 yoga groups,
Ladies Morris Dancing Group and various handicraft classes.
The hall has good acoustics and is used by local brass bands for
rehearsals.
Summary of the maln
actlvltles undertaken for the
publlc beneflt In relation to
these objects (Include wlthln
thls section the ststutory
declaratlon that trustees have
had regard to the guldance
Issued by the Charlty
Commlsslon on publlc
bgneflt)
The Community Association also runs events to raise money for the
upkeep of the hall. these indude a regular cinema and one off events
such as dances, quizzes and concerts.
There is also a weekly social meeting for local residents to get together
and raise matters with comrnittee members rf they like.
Campaigns to control traffic in the village and to improve public transport.
Speeding is a problem as is the noise of speeding vehicles. The village
can become gridlocked Wh￿ the nearby M82 is closed or badly
congested.
To progress the interests of the young and the elderly in the village.
The trustees have regard to the guidance issued by the Charity
Commission on public benefft, and di￿usS this at our trustees meetings
where we plan and make decisions for the carrying out of our activities to
which the guidance is relevant.
Addltlonal detalls of obJectlv88 and actlvltles (Optlonal Infonnatlon)
You may choose to include
The Communty Association is run entirely by volunteers.
further statements, where
relevant, about..
policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related
investment;
contribution made by
volunteers.

Section D
Achievements and performance
Most of the hirers of the hai have been able to resume their activities
post covid but some are stfll struggling with fewer people attending for
their activities. There is still understandably a reluctance for some people
to attend activities wrth larger groups of people. In order for some groups
to survrve we offered a temporary discount on hire charges.
We try to achieve full usage of the premises in ￿der to raise fvnds to
maintain and improve the building. Some sessions must be kept free for
cleanry and health and safety inspections.
We are taking advantage of free advertising in the local press and social
media to publicise the venue and attract more users.
The new website has produced many enquiries. As a result of this we
have received more bookirKJs for private parties and regular events.
As the building is approx. 15 years + old more Money still needs to be
spent to cover nonnal wear and tear. We have been able to meet these
costs and make further improvements. Extra loft insulation has been
installed and heating controls have been impro￿Ed which will help to
reduce the heating costs during the winter months.
We are actively exploring thè possibilty of grant funding to install solar
panels. Although we have received planning consent for an extension it
was decided to put this on hold as we thought we would be more likely to
be successful with a grant application for solar panels alone.
Summary of the maln
achlevements of the charity
durlng the year
Section E
Financial review
Brlef statement of the
charlty's poll¢y on reserv88
We maintain a minimum of 3 months running costs when planning future
spending.
Detalls of any funds materlally
In deflclt
None.
Furthor flnanclal revlew detalls (Optlonal Inforniatlon>
You may choose to include
The large increase in gas and electricity prices are still a concern but we
additional information, where
have been able to cary out some minor renovatlon projects.
relevant about:
the charity's principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising).,
how expenditure has
supported the key objectives
of the charity.,
investment policy and
objectives including any
ethical investment policy
adopted.

Section F
Other optional information
Section G
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above.
Slgned on behaff of the charlty's trustees
Slgnature(s)
Full name(s)
Martin Smith
Susan O'Driscoll
Posltlon (eg Secretsry, Chalr,
etc)
Treasurer
Chair
Date

DENSHAW COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
REPORT TO THE MEMBERS ON THE UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF
DENSHAW COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024 set out on pages 9 to l l.
Respective RespoDsililitie8 of Trustees and Examiner
As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of th¢ accounts in accordance with the
requirements of the CTroriti¢s Act 2011 ('Ihe Act-).
Th¢ charity's trustees consider an audit is not required for this year under sectton 144 of the 2011 ACL and that an
independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility as independent examiner to:
examtne the a￿oUntS under section 145 of the 201 l Act
follow the applicable Directions given by the Charity Comrnissioners under section 145(5Mb)
of the 2011 Act. and
to stste whether particular matters have come to my attention
Ba81s of Independent Examiners Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the Directions given by the Charity commission.
An examination Anclu&s a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts
presented with those r￿OrdS. It also includes consideration of any unusual items of disclosures in the aeeounts,
and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters.
The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I
do not express an audii opinion on the accounts.
Independent Examiners Ststement
I have completed my examination for the year ended 31 March 2024.
I can confirn] that no rnaterial matters have ccThe to my attention in connection with the examination which gives
m¢ cause to believe that in, any material resp¢t:
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting r￿ordS to comply with the accounting requirements
of the 2011 Act
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention
should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be r¢ach¢d.
4 December 2024
Miss J8cqueline Bird F.M.￿￿ T.
Community Accounting Lancashire C.l.C.
FoxfTelds
9 Norley Close
Chadderton
Oldham
OLI 2RA

DENSHAW COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIOIY
RECEIPTS AhlD PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Ullrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
2024
2024
Totsl
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2023
Notes
RECEIPTS
Hall Rental
Grants & Donations
Cinema
Refunds
Bank Interest
Other Income
TOTAL RECEIPTS
24.475
J,000
8,404
24,475
1,000
8,404
14,832
300
6.510
122
37
34J71
122
370
34J71
56
21,698
PAYMENTS
Cinema:
Refreshments
Expenses
Film Hire
Donations Made
Meals. Entertainment & Refreshments
Travel Costs
Repairs & Maintenance
Too15 & Equipment
Utilities (Water, Electricity & Gas)
Health & Safety
Janitorial Expenses
Waste Removal
Advertising
Office Supplies & General Administration
Computer Costs
Insurance
Subscriptions & Licences
Accountancy Fees
Refunds
Other Expenditure
TOTAL PAYMENTS
860
176
4,131
50
58
860
176
4,131
50
58
527
275
3,121
3,849
487
13.067
62
1,823
824
3,849
487
13,067
62
1,823
824
4,321
569
11,117
1,409
749
126
126
36
1,594
1,093
360
170
1.594
1.093
360
170
1,385
1,419
390
30
2&730
2&730
25,359
Net of receiptsl(payments)
5,641
5.641
(3.661)
Cash funds at 31 March 2023
9,607
791
10,398
14,059
Ca8h funds at 31 March 2024

DENSHAW COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
2024
2023
CASH FUNDS
Cash at Bank
Pety Cash
15,860
179
10.219
179
LIABILITIES
Independent Examinws Fee
495
360
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on the 3￿ of December 2024 and signed on their
behalf..
MARTIN RW SMITH
Trustee (Treasurer)
10-

DENSHAW COM￿[uNITy ASSOCIATION
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
for the year ended 31 Mareh 2024
l. Receipts and payments Accounts
Receipts and payments accounts are staiements that summarise the movement of c&sh into and out of the
organisation during the financial year. In this context "cash" includes cash equivalents, for example. bank
accounts where cash can be readily withdrdwn to pay for debts as they become due.
2. Grants and DoDatM>DS
Unrestricted
FuDds
2024
Restricted
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2023
Donations
General Donations
Black Dyke Band
Saddleworth Parish Council
100
1.000
3. Other Ineome
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
2024
2024
Totsl
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2023
Coronation Event
Refreshments
140
230
140
4. Donatlons Made
UDrutricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
2024
2024
Totsl
Fmnds
2024
Totsl
FuDd$
2023
St Thomas, Church, Delph
S. Fund Analysls
Balaice at
I" April 2023
Income
Expenditure
Balance at
31" March 2024
Unrestricted Funds
9.607
34,371
(28.730)
15,248
Restricted Funds
Sport England
79
IOJ98
34371
(28,730)
1&039