WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
COMPANY NO. 04370324 (ENGLAND AND WALES)
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ftl WELLGATE
COMMUNITY FARM
COLLOER ROW ROAD
COLLIER ROW
ROMFORD
ESSEX. RM52BH

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
COMPANY NO. 04370324IENGLAND ANDWALESI
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
COMPANY INFORMATION
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Directors (Trustees)
Rev Rogar Gayler
Julia Moran
Christine Mackenzie
Rebecca SnelL
Clare Rowley
Victoria Geary
Stephen Webb
Kirsty Hanmore
Robert Brown until 06106124
Robert Gayler until 16101125
Companysecretary
Michelle Nathan
Company Numb6r
4370324 (England and Wales)
Incorporated 8th February 2002
Charity Number
1091729
Registered 24April 2002
Registered Office
Wellgate Community Farm
Collier Row Road
Collier Row
Romford
RM52BH
Independent Examiner
Kim Lee, F.C.M.A. mlp, A.T.T.
Mawney Accountancy

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
COMPANY NO. 04370324 IENGLAND AND WALES)
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
CONTENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Pag8
Annual Report
Independent Examiners Report
Statement of Financial Actlvities
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
COMPANY NO. 04370324 (ENGLAND AND WALES)
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
ANNUAL REPORT INCLUDING DIRECTORS, REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Stru¢ture, governance and management
Th8 governing documents are the memorandum and article8 incorporated 8 February 2002.
The trustees, who are al80 directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act, present their annual r8port and
financial statements ofthe charityforthe period 8nded 31 March 2025. The annual report seTves the purpose of both
Trustees, and a directors, report under company law. Theflnancial statements have been prepared in accordance with
the accounting policies set out in note 1, the charity's constitution, the Charlties Act 2011. and Accountlng and Reporting
by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with
the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, SORP {FRS 1021. and the Financial
Reportingstandard8 applicable in the UK
Alms and Purposes
To promote the benefit of the community within East London and E8sex, without distlnctlon of sex. or of political,
religious or other opinions by associating statutory authorities, voluntary organisations and the general public a
common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of soclal welfare for recreation and othor
leisure time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for those who have need of such facilities by
reason oftheiryouth. infirmity or disablement, povertyor social and economic clrcumstances.
To advance the education of the public at Large, in agriculture, horticulture, home crafts. country life. protection and
improvement of the natural environment through best environmental practices especially by encouraging reduction. re-
Use and recycling, and related subjects and in the principles of self-discipline and good citizenship and through their
leisure time activities so that th8y develop their physical, mental and spiritual capacities and grow to full maturity as
individuals and members of society and their conditions of life may be improved.
To promot8 amongthe public, humanityand morality by advancing education in the car8 and consideration for all
animals, particularly animals in need of care and protection so that the public and particularly the younger members
thereof will learn greater awareness of and appreciation for such animals.
To provide education and trainingfor persons who have need of such facilities by reason of their age. youth, infirmity or
disablement. poverty or social and economic circumstances, so as to prepare them for any trade, occupation or servica
and therebyadvance them in life to enable them to earn theirown livelihood.
To relieve physically or mentally handicapped or disabled or deprived persons by the provision, as remedial. recreational
or therapeutic activity, of fa¢ilities, including horse and pony riding and gardening, subject, where appropriate, to the
consent of the medical advisers of all such persons.
Objectives and Activities
Wellgate Community Farm exists as a focus for community, creating an opportunityfor people to grow, make a positive
contribution and promote social cohesion. Our vision is to enable all individuals to grow to their full potential. developing
emotionally, socially. intellectually, physically and spiritually through educational. recreational and therapeutic
activitles.
Over43 years, the Farm has developed to meet th8 neads ofthe community. Many of the servicesthe Farm provides
focus on Supporting people, particularly those that arg disadvantaged.

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The farm has continued to work with several organisations including those serving our local disabled community and
these include Jaktol Day Care Centre forthose on the Spectrum, DABD, NELFT, THREE Cs, Five Rivers. King Goorge
Hospital, The H Foundation. Robertclark School. Little Heath Barley Lane Special Needs School and OakVi8wwho have
continued to regularly brlng groups here to visit and engage in Farm educational and recroational activities.
Weiigate Community Farm plays a crucial role in building a vibrant, diverse culture and we have managed to conn8Ctwith
more diverse groups in our area including those who are homa schoolod or in noed of 80cial prescribing Services. We
have reached outto more community organisations includlng Balking and Dagenham Citizens Alliance network.
Participate volunteer group, NHS property senfices Group and Youth Futures Foundation.
The Farm's mobile animalvisits ar8 a vital source of revenue tothe Farm and a fundamental part of our educational
programme, giving chlldren the opportunityto learn about animals and wherefood comesfrom. Thisyearwe introduced
short repeat therapy 88ssion8 of animal encounters in schools working alongside special needs children education
support networks. These sessions have enabled these youngpeople to come up closeto farm anlmals in a safer
environment but also to enable them have relaxed period8 in schools which has played a big role in the care and
education of these childr8n
Fundralsing Inltlatlves and Community Event5
Wellgate Community Farm continued to host its much-Iov6d annual events, includingspring Babies, St. Patrick's Day-
March Hare Tea Party, Open Day, Halloween, Christmas Celebration, Wellgat8 Summer Show, and tho Summer Holiday
Animal Encounters Day. These 8vents not only broughtthe communitytogether but also helped raise awareness ofthe
Farm'swork.
In addition to on-site events, the Farm participated in 15 shopping mall events. which played a vltal role in fundraising
efforts to supportthe upkeep and development of our green space.
To su8tain and grow our programmes. we applied forgrants from several keyfunders, including Garfield Weston
Foundation. National Lottery Fund, London Community Foundation, NCIL, Cory Group, Co-op Foundation, Children in
Need, and Jack Petchey Foundation.
We also established a bi-monthly partnership with Wlckes, who generously donatetools and materi81s to supportthe
maintenance ofthe Farm site.
Our strong relationships with local schools, preschools, d8y nurseries, churches, and community centres remaln central
to our outreach. We regularly attend aducational and soci81 events with our animals. enriching the lives of children and
adults alike. This year. wo expanded our outreach to include more care homes, with plans to establish regular visits to
these settings in the near future.
All of these events and activitles provide the local community with meaningful opportunities to learn about animals and
enjoy quality recreational experiences in a safe, engaging environment.
Our Farm Shop contlnues to serv8 as a vital point ofcontactforthe local community. Operated on dayswhen volunteers
are available, the shop offers farm-fresh eggs. vegetables, herbs, and plants, all grown and produced by our dedicated
team of horticultural and shop volunte8rs. This initiative not only supports sustainable livlng but also strengthens
communityties through local engagement.
Edu¢atlonal and Tralnlng actlvities
Local children have greatly benefited from the Farm's educational initiatives, both through gchool visits and trips to the
farm itself.
Overthe pastyear, the Farm welcomed 55 School groups, rangingfrom E8rlyYearsto Key Stage 2, for engaging
educational activity sessions. Additionally, our mobile education programme reached 28 schools, bringing the farm
experience directly to classrooms.

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We also introducod 14 bespok8 animal therapy and encounter sessions tailored for children in mainstream 8duc8tion
with special educational needs ISENDI, providing meaningful and inclusive experiences.
Furthermore, four local s¢hooLs participated in waekly term-time visits, offering SEND students opportunities for hands-
on learning and workexperience.
The Farm hosted 10 children's birthday parties. where young guests enjoyed a unique rural celabration, including petting
and feedinganimals.
Expanding our outreach, we visited six care homes. delivering personalized animal encounter sessions that brought joy
and comfortto residents.
Secondary school studonts have participated in the Farm's alternative education programme, gaining valuable
experience through work placements and training sessions. Several schools referred Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils who face
challenges attending mainstream education full-time. These students, including those with severe and profound learning
dtfflculties, physical disabilities, and those on the autistic spoctrum. have benefited from tailored educational actlvities
at the Farm.
More than 40 children aged 8t0 18 attended ouryoung Farmers Club, took part In Duke of Edinburgh training, and
attended Farmerfor a Day session, all designed to foster practical skills and a connection to nature.
The Farm also welcomed adults referred by a range of support organisations fortraining opportunities. These included
homeless support groups, disabilityseNices, Job Centres, colleges, Mind, DABD, Richmond Fellowship, Good Mayes
Hospital, YMCA. King's Trust, LBBD College, and ShawTrust.
We hosted five uniformed youth groups-including Brownies, Beavers, Squirrels, and Scouts-who earned badges in
animal care and gardeningthrough hands-on experiences on the Farm.
During school h8lf-terms. our Farmer for a Day activity sessions engaged young people in outdoor learning, increasing
public access to green spaces and promoting environmental awareness. These sessions helped foster a deeper
connection between the Farm and the local community, while supportingteachers in meeting curriculum goals and
inspiring students to achleve their edu¢ational potential.
We have continued to teach gardening, maintenance skills, and environmental awarenessto ouryoung Farmers and
volunteers, who actively cere for the Farm's horticultural plots.
The Farm proudly continues to run the Jack Petchey Silv&rAchievement Award Scheme, which celebrates the
accomplishments of our students, Young Farmers. and young volunteers. This initiative also provides valuable funding for
8ssential equiprnent. helping us maintaln and enhance our facilities.
As part of our Hands On Partnership with Lambourne End Centre, the Farm delivers animal care qualifications to
secondary school studentswho face challenges in mainstream education. These students worktowards Level 1 Cty &
Guilds qualifications in Land-Based Studies, attending between one and three days perweek. La8t year, 56 students
particlpated, achieving an impressive 850h success rate. Many of these young people are in care or have special
educational need8, lowconfidence. behavioural difficulties, or poorschool attendance, Others join the programme du8
to a strong Interest In pursuing caraers in the animal care industry.
The Hands On project sawgreat success overthe summer, with all students completingtheirfulltem and earningtheir
qualifications. Each participant completed at least two units, helping them s8cure places in further education. Notably.
several students discovered a passion for practicalworkand chose to pursuetrades, with many now enrolled atwrittle
College, Capel Manor College, and The Really NEET College.

Wellgate Community Farm contlnued to provide valuable work experience opportunities forsecondary and tertiary
students. Over the academic year. more than 40 students completed placements lasting betwoen one and three weeks,
gaining hands-on experience in a unique learning environment.
We also offered 72work experience placements speclficallyfor students wlth Special Educatlonal Needs andlor
Disabilities ISENDI. Feedback from schools and referral agencies highlighted the scarcity of inclusiva work experience
opportunities, expresslng deep appreciation forthe Farm's commitment. As one school shared:
"We would like to take this opportunity to thank Weiigate Community Farm, and th8 Staffingt8ams, forgiving ouryoung
p8oplg 8 chance andhelpingthem to settle into theirplacements. Thepupils havegainodinvaluable experience. We
hope to be able to continue ourpartnership with you thisye8r."
Littl6 Heath School
In addition, the Farm hosted 40 college placements, each involving 150 hours of practical experience. Students came
from a range of institutions, including Barking and Dagenham College, Riverside Bridge IB8rkingl, Shuttlaworth College.
King's Trust, Writtle Colleg6, Capel Manorcollege. and USP College,
Through these diverse programmes and partnerships, Wellgate Community Farm reached approximately20,OOOyoung
people, offering meaningful experience8 that support personal growth, skill development, and pathways tofurther
education and 8mployment.
Allotments
The Allotments Proj8Ct has continued to thrive this year, running smoothly and producing impressive results. Soveral
plots yielded cropsthroughout the y8ar-even into December-which is a r8markable achievement. This suc¢es8
reflects our ongoing mission to inspire people to grow their own food and demonstrate what's possible not only on-site
but also in their own home8 and gardens.
In response to requests from plot-holders, we introduced two beehives on a trial basis. Whlle these have since returned
to their original location, we are planning to welcome bees back as permanent residents in 2025.
The project is designed to enhance practical skills, promote wellbeing, and strengthen community coheslon. Through
hands-on experience, participants are encouraged to engage in food growing, which supports healthier lifestyles through
increased physical activity and improved nutrition.
Volunteering and Community Inclusion
Th8 Farm continues to provide meaningful volunteering opportunities for individuals and groups of all ages and abilities.
In the pastyear. we offered over 2,000 volunteering piacements-an increase made possible through successfulfunding
that supports volunteers in gainingvaluabl8 experience and developing essential 8kilLs. We are deeply grateful to our
funders for enabling this growth.
Our volunteers play a vital role in maintaining the Farm as a clean. safe. and welcoming public space. Through ongoing
training, they acquire pra¢tical skills that help ensure the Slte remains accessible and enjoyable for all visitors. As the
public face o* the Farm. volunteers greet guostg. offer guided tours. and facilitate animal encounters, fostering a sense of
connectiorb and community. Their efforts help promote inclusivity, pride in our Borough, and contribute to reducing anti-
social behaviour by encouraging positiv8 engagement.
We are especially proud to support weeklyvolunteering sessions foryoung people aged 13-19 from special needs day
care centr8s. These sessions provide enriching experiences for individuals with severe and profound learning difflculties,
physical disabilities, and those on th8 autistic spectrum, offering them opportunities to participate meaningfully in
community life.

Sustainable Development
The farm is grateful to all the volunteers who continue to help with horticulture, maintenance, animal work.
administration and educationalvisits all of which help to keep the farm running. We are grateful to all the corporate
groups that have helped to carry out repairs on the farm slte including donating materials. The farm will continue to
engage with more groups for better sustainability, We receive manyenquiriesfrom people and groups from our local
community to help them gain work experience. life ski118 and volunteering opportunities to increase their involvement in
the communlty and improve theirconfidence, abilities and self-esteem. Due to limited finances, we are unable to meet
the demand and support allthose who need help.
Without an increase in f unding, we will struggle to maintain our currentlovel of se￿[ce8. We have gFven out more
feedbackformsto those doingwork experience and weekdayvolunteering. We will be usingthesato develop new
projects as well as grant applications and reports. Core costs have been increasing and this affects the services we Can
offer. To help us maintain our service level and potentially increase our ability to 8ngag8 With the community we will
continue to apply for charitable grants.
The Trustee Board has continued to reviewand manage budgets to ensure compliance and strengthen governance, In
2024, we welcomed two newtrustees, Christine Mackenzie and Julia Shewry, both ofwhom bring extensive expertise in
fundraising and financial management.
Staff training remains a cornerstone of ourcommitment to ongoingdevelopment and regulatory compliance. Recognising
the evolving needs of our team, the HR department ha8 expanded its training offerings. In addition to the standard
courses. tailored training programmes were assigned to specific staff members based on their roles and responsibllities.
These include:
•Cyber security best practice8
•Und8r8tandingGDPR
•Time management
•Managing investigation & disciplinary
•Disciplinaryoutcome & appeal procedure
•Cyber security best practices
•Equality at work.. Introduction to UK discrimination laws
•Equality, diversity & inclusion awarenes8
•Mental health awareness
•Neurodiv8rsity
•Mental health awareness
•When to be assertive
•Whistleblowing
Future Plans
To implement the business plan bearing in mind the buslness risk assessment.
To maintain and develop our partnership with Barking& Dagenham Council and Social Farms and Gardens to increase
our partnershipworking. Specifically, to reviewand renew our partnership agreamentwith Lambourna End Outdoor
Centre.
To continue to use our resources as efficlently as possible and to be alert to possibilities for developing the farm,
including new streams of funding.
It is certain now that the Ecogrove development will no longer come to fruition and therefore the Farm will not b8
extending our site nor will benefit from any re-development in the immediat8 future. We will continue to be aware of any
proposed development on our boundaries and the impacton our effectiv8n8SS.

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To continue to improve the site and resources for the community. This will include investigatlng and developing a
busine$8 plan to see if reducing tho number of poultry and introducing alpacas would be a viable option. There are also
plans to renovate the conseNation and horticulture areas.
Rlsk Management
The Trustees have examined the major Strategic, business and operational risks which the Charity faces or may face and
confirm that systems are in place to enable regular reportsto b8 produced, 8Othatthe necessary steps can betaken to
lessen any such rlsks. The principal risks faced by the charity are the Sustainabllity of income, and the ongoing restraint
over, and control of, operating costs. Both of these risks are under constant review and monitoring.
Trustees, Responslbllltles
The trustees are required by law to prepare financial statements for each financial year, which give a true and fair view of
the charity's financial activlties duringthe year and of its financial position at the end of the year.
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consist8ntly'
observe the methods and principl8s in the applicable Charities SORP.
makejudgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, Subject to any matarial
departures disclosed and explained in the f inancial statoments:
prepare the flnanclal statements on a going concern basi8 unless it is inapproprlate to
pr8sumethatth8 companywill continue In operation.
The trusteas are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclos8 Wlth reasonable accuracy at any time
the financial posltion of the charity, and to anable them to ensure that the f inancial statements comply with the
Companies Act 2006, the Charities Act 2011 and th8 applicable Charitles SORP. They are also responsible for
safeguarding the assets of the charity and henc8 for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud
and other irregularities.
Flnanclal Revlew
The results of the year are set out in the Statement of Financial Activiti8s on page 3.
In theyear, the charity has generated income of £227,568,1£211.069- 2024}, Total costs incurred were £227,574,
(£222,434 - 20241. leaving a current period surplus of income over expenditure of £6.
The trustees are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the charity and financial information included on the
charity's website in accordance with legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of
financial statements.
Management accounts continueto be presented tothe Trustees at each meeting.
TheTrustees have continued to workwith the localcouncilforvoluntary Services to provide advice on commercial
manegement and viability.

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Reserves Polley
The Trustees aim to havefree reserves to cover 6 months of running costs and a mlnlmum of 3 months,1£51,774). The
Trustees believ8that this level of reseNeswould enable us to meet our aims and objectives on a short-term and long-
term basis. This would also provide for unanticipated shortfalls in income and to cover costs such as staff sickness.
delays in receiving grants, moving premises or other unplanned events. The level of reserves is regularly kept under
review. The balance shown on unrestricted funds, at 31st March 2025 amounted to £103,735.
Approved by tho Dire¢tor$ l Trustaas
and signed on thelr behalf by:
oca,c
Reverend R Gayler
Director and Trust88

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
COMPANY NO. 04370324 (ENGLAND AND WALESI
REGISTERED CHARITYNO. 1091729
INDEPENDENTEXAMINER'S REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
I reportto tho charitytrustee8 on my examination of the accounts ofthe charitable company, forthe year ended 31 March
2025, which are set out on pages 3to 9.
Iltles of
As the charity's trustees land also its directors for the purposes of company lawl you are responsible for the preparation
otthe accounts in accordance with the requir8ments ofthe Companies Act 20061'the 2006 Act'l.
Having satisfied myself that the accounts ofthe company are not required to be audited under Part 16 ofthe 2006 Act and
are eligible for independent examination. I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out
under section 145 of the Charit188 Act 2011 (the '2011 Act'l. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions
given by the Charity Commission under section 145151{bl of the 2011 Act.
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given bythe Charity Commlssioners. An
examination includes a review of the accounting records kept bythe charity, and a comparison ofthe accounts
presented with those record8. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and
seekingexplanations from you as trustees concerning anysuch matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all
the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present
a 'true and fair view,, and the report is limited to those matters $8t out in the statement below.
de
endant
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in Connection with the
examination giving me cause to believe:
111 accounting records were not kept in respect of the company as required by section 886 of the 2006 Act: or
121 the accounts do not accord with those accounting records. or
131 the accounts do not complywith the accounting requirements of section 396 ofthe 2006 Act otherthan any
requirementthat the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not a matterconsidered as partof an
indapendent examinatlon. or
141 the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles ofthe Statement of
Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities lapplicable to Charities preparing their
accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS
I have no concerns and hav8 come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should
be drawn in this report in orderto enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Mawney A¢eountancy
1 Bee¢h Street
Romford
Essex
Kim Lo0, F.C.M.A. mip• A.T.T.
RM7 7LA
/0
Dated

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
estrlcted
Funds
Fun
INCOME
Donations and legacies
Charitable activities
Other trading activities
Disposal of Van
32,357
146,142
21,217
7,381
20,472
52.829
146,142
21,217
7.381
28,134
106,457
16.054
1,657
58.767
86,901
106.457
16,054
1.657
Total income and endowments
207,096
20,472
227,568
152,302
58,767
211,069
Expenditure on
Charitable activfties
Raislngfunds
Other income
192,232
4,816
30,460
66
222,692
4,882
198,256
3,565
17,049
218,869
3,565
Total resources expended
197,048
30,526
227.574
201,821
17,049
222,434
Net {Expenditur8l/lncome for
the period before transfers
10,048
10.054
49.519
41.718
7.800
Transfer8 between funds
666
666
333
333
Exchange gains I losses
Net movement in funds
10,714
10,720
49,185
41.385
7.800
Totalfunds broughtfoward
93,021
52,895
145.916
142,206
11.510.00
153,716
Totalfunds carriedforward
103,735
42,175
145.910
93,021
52,895
145,916
The notes on pages 5 to 9 form part of these accounts.

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
COMPANYNO. 04370324 IENGLANDAND WALES)
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
BALANCE SHEEr
AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
.03.25
ote
Fixed As8•ts
Tangible Assets
4.800
Current As$ets
Cash atbankand in hand
Debtors and prepayments
104,042
44,002
132,710
19,155
148,044
151,865
Current Llabllltlas
Creditors: amounts falling
due within one year
6,934
5.949
Net current assets
141.110
145.915
Totsl assets legs current (iabilities
145.910
145,915
Represented by:
Unre$trleted funds
Restrlcted funds
103.735
42.175
93,021
52,895
145,910
145,916
The members considerthat forthe period ended 31 March 2025 the charitable company was entitlad to exemption
from the requirements to have an audit underthe provision of Soction 477 of the CompaniesAct 2006. No memberor
members have deposited a notice requesting an auditfor the Current financial period under Section 476 of the Act.
The trustees/directors acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the company keeps accounting records
which complywith Section 386 ofthe CompaniesAct 2006 and preparingfinanci81stat8ments which giv8 a true and
fair view of the state of affairs of the company as at the end of the financial poriod and of its profit or loss for the
financial period in accordance with the requirements of Sectlons 393 and 394, and which otharwise comply with the
requirements of the Act relating to the financial statements, so far as applicabl& to the charitab16 company.
Approved bythe dlrectors andtrustees on.
. 2025 and signed on ft8 behalf by:
Dlrector and trustee

WELLGATE COMMUNITYFARM
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
eeo
In
(a) Goneral Informatlon
The company is a private company limlted byguarantee, registered in England and Wales and a regj'stered
(b) Basis of praparatlon
The accounts (financial stat8ment81 have been prepared underthe historical cost convention with item8
recognised at cost or transaction value unless othe￿ise stated in the relevant noteslsl to th88e accounts.
The financial statements have bgen prepared in accordance with the Charites SORP {FRS102} effective 1
January 2019 and the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republi¢ of Ireland IFRS 1021
and the Charities Act2011. and the Companies Act 2006.
The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.
(c) Actlvities
The financial statements include the results of the charity's operations as described in thg
dire¢tor8' and trustees, annual report.
(d) Income recognltlon
Income of all kinds is accounted for when receivable, 1.8. in the period in which the Charity is entitled to
receipt, it is probable that the in¢ome will be received and the amount of income receivable can be
measured reliablv. No Dermanent endowments h8ve been received in the oeriod.
{0) Expendlture recognition
Liabilities are recognis8d as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the
Charity to that expenditure. it 18 probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation
can be reli8blv measured.
Expendlture is included on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs
releted to the category.
All core cost categories are regaraed as being In Tunneranca OT the Lharity's objects, as rjescritsea In tna
Annual Report.
(n Operating ieaseg
Rentals applicable to operating leases where substantially all the benefits and risks of ownership remain
with the lessor, are reflected in the statement of financial activities as incurred.
(g) Going concern
The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basi8.
The current economic condltions present increased risks for all businesses, In respons8 to such conditions.
the directors/trustees have carefully considered thes8 risks, including an assessment of uncertainty on
futur8 trading projection for a period of at least 12 months from the date of signing the financial statements.
and the extent to which they might affect the preparation of the fin8ncial stataments.
The directorsltrustees have concluded that the going concern basis remains appropriate.

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countln
(h) Tangible Flxed A$gets
Depreciation is provided at the following rates in order to write off the cost of assets less their estimated
residual value over their estimated u8eful lives.
Plant and Equipment
Fixtures and fittings
Motorvehicles
10% of cost Perannum on a straight line basis
25% of cost per annum on a straight line basis
20% of cost perannum on a straight line basis
A de-minlmis limit of £1,000 is applied under which fixgd assets ara not capitalised.
(l} Fund accounting
Funds held bythe charlty are:
Unrestricted funds
These are funds that can be used In accordance with the charitable obje¢tives at the discretion of the
directors.
Désignatod funds
These are unrestricted funds that the directors have designated for particular purposes. The designatlon may
be cancelled by the directors if they Later decide that the charity should not proceed or continue with the use
or projectforwhich the funds wer8 dasignated.
Restrictod funds
These are funds that can only be used for particular r8stricted pu￿OseS Wlthin the objects of the charity.
Restriction arise when specified by a grantor or when funds are raised for a particular purpose.

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
REGISTERED CHARITYNO. 1091729
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENrs
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ncome
ès
Donations and legacies:
Donations and gifts
Grants
Fundraising schemes
Membershlps
Corporate groups
Other
Allotments
6,239
21,959
103
205
3,051
800
6,239
42,431
103
205
3,051
800
5,695
20,075
1,543
95
5,695
78.842
1,543
95
20.472
58,767
497
230
28,134
497
230
86.901
32,357
20,472
52,829
58,767
Charltable actlvltles:
Education
Recreational Activities
Supported Volunteering
Training
42,047
2,881
10,402
90,812
146,142
42,047
2,881
10,402
90,812
146,142
23,910
100
17.323
65,125
106,457
23,910
100
17.323
65,125
106,457
Other tradlng aetlvltles:
Animal Boarding
Events
Fami Sales
Shop Sale8
Other
467
10.186
3,265
7,298
467
10,186
3,265
7.298
358
6,747
3.132
5,817
358
6,747
3,132
5,817
21,217
21,217
16,054
16.054
Mlseellaneous Income .
Refunds to farm
Disposal of van
1.657
1,657
7,381
7,381
7,381
7,381
1,657
1,657
207,096
20,472
227,568
152,302
58,767
211,069
Clothworkers Foundation
Co-op Local Communty Fund
Corycommunity Foundation
Essex Youth Trust
Garfield Weston Foundation
Jack Petchey Foundation
LBBD service level agreement
LCF- Vanquis
National Lottery Community Fund
NCIL
North Meet South Big Local
20,000
20,000
1,959
1,959
7.372
7,372
3,000
3,000
20,000
20,000
3,100
3,100
3,785
3,785
20,075
10,000
9,738
9,748
2,496
20,075
10.000
10.000
10.000
9,738
9,748
2,496
21,959
20,472
42,431
20,075
58,767
78,842

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
REGISTEREDCHARITY NO. 1091729
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Genaratlng Funds
Event costs
4,816
4,816
66
66
4,882
4,882
3,565
3,565
3,565
3,565
Charltable actlvltles
Administration
Insurance
Animal cost8
Farm costs
Support costs
Rent
Bin collection
Repair8 & Maintenance
SmallTools & Equipment
Site improvements
Corporate groups
Staff costs
Payroll preparation
DBS checks (staff &volunteors
Travel
Training
Utilities
Vehicl6 Expenses
Depreciation
2,927
6,352
18,095
2,563
4,078
5,300
1,599
552
316
2.498
1.973
136.103
794
285
562
800
1,334
1,095
927
3.727
7,685
19.190
3.490
4,078
5,300
1,599
969
326
5,247
1,973
158,920
794
3,263
4,340
15,765
8,590
4,230
10,600
51
3,314
4,340
15,815
9,093
4,230
10,600
50
503
417
10
2.749
1,805
284
1,984
663
66
4.556
2,468
351
6,541
22,817
136,364
1,221
10,948
147,312
1,221
285
562
1,001
1,169
3,968
3,671
1,001
1,169
4,097
3,753
3,974
3,063
1,200
192,232
311
4,285
3,063
1,200
222,692
128
82
30,460
198,256
17,049
215,305
197,048
30,526
227,574
201,821
17,049
218,869
20
Salaries and wagas
Social security costs (less employers Nl allowance)
Pension costs
152,205
4,299
2,416
158,920
142,876
2,841
2,082
147,299
Average number of employees
12
lil James Snell. Imogen Snell and Elizabeth Webb who are employed bythe company are related to a trustee. Thetotal
salarles figure includes amounts paid to them in accordance with their terms of employment.
{iil No employee re¢eiv8d emolumants above £60.000.
Independent examiner's f8e
Accountancyfees
Legal and professional fees
Memberships
1.600
1,750
1,050
1,078
352
4,230
2,040
438
4,078

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
Cost
At 1 April 2024
At 31 March 2025
109,793
109.793
43,635
43,635
28,620
6,000
182,048
159,428
Depreciation
At 1 April 2024
At 31 March 2025
109,793
109.793
43,635
43,635
28,620
1,200
182.048
154,628
Net bookvaiue
At 1 April2024
At 31 March 2025
4,800
4,800
All fixed assets are held for direct charitable purp088S.
Accrued Income
Prepayments
Sundry debtors
Otherdebtors
22,305
221
21,475
2,111
2,044
15,000
19,155
44,002
The directors Continue to pursue the return of th8 dep081t paid for a new horsebox,
Sundry creditors
Other taxes and social security costs
Accruals & deferred income
6,934
6,934
5,949
5,949
The accruals figure for 2023 has been restated following the discovery of an input error.
10.
Unrestricted income fund
Restricted funds
103.735
42,175
145,910
93,021
52,895
145,916
The unrestricted income fund represents net incom6 unexpended and undesignated atthe date of
the balance sheet. These funds comprisethose monies which the Trustees are free to use in
accordance with the objocts of the Charity. as defined in the constitution.
The restricted funds represent monies giv8n for specific projects or purposes.

WELLGATE COMMUNITY FARM
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1091729
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
be
wee
CLA Charitable Trust
Clothworkers Foundation
Corycommunity Foundation
E$$ex Youth Trust
Jack Petchey EnvironmentalAchieve
Jack Petchey Leader Award
Jack Petchey Trip Grant
Jack PetcheyYAA recognition award
Jack Petcheyyouth Achievement
LCF- Vanquis
National Lottery Community Fund
NCIL- LBBD
North Meet South Big Local
5,000
20.000
5,000
20,000
7.122
7,372
250
300
1,000
289
1,000
84
152
3,153
7,040
8.550
7,916
1,000
152
3,194
8,453
8.550
7,916
1,000
1,800
10,000
1,759
7.921
666
Total Restricted Funds
52,895
20,472
30,526
666
42,175
es
Co-op Local Community Fund
Garfield Weston
Generalfunds
1,959
20,000
185,137
1,959
16,667
178,422
3.333
62,233
54.852
666
54,852
207,096
197.048
666
65,566
tad fun
LBBD
Reservesfund
Vehicle Replacement Fund
27,500
10,669
27,500
10,669
38,169
38,169
Total Unrestricted Funds
93,021
207,096
197,048
666
103,735
Total Funds
145,915
227,568
227.574
145,910
All restricted fund balances represent unspent grants which are carried forward for u8e in the next financial perlod.
The grants were given for the following purp08e8:_
Thisyear the Fund supported the Farm to raise money to contributeto the runningcogts o* the Allotment Project,
allowingthe Farm to assign a staff member to support allotment holders.
Thiswas granted to contribute to core costs of Farm.
This was granted to supportthe r8-development ofthe horticulture and wildlife area at the Farm.

9.a)
11.
The Jack Petcheyyouth Achievement Award Scheme is run at the Farm which grants sevoral awards peryearforyoung
people between the ages of 11 and 25 and expended at their discretion within the charity's activitie8.
1- Jack Petchey Youth Achievement Award Recognition Grant
This scheme allows the farm to nominateyoung people between the ages of 11 and 25 for an achievement award
to celebrate their dedication and hard work, Recipients receive a certificat@, pin badge and a book and can
choose how to spend their grant allocation to benefit the Farm.
2-Jack Petchey LeaderAward
This is for an adult Staff member or volunteer who has been nominated by the young people at the Farm for their dedication
to supportingyoung people and going above and beyond fortho Farm.
3 - Jack Petchoy EnvlronmentalAchleve'
This is awarded to a young volunteer or farm participant for their outstanding work in supporting awareness of ¢limate
IS8ues and sustainability in their local community.
ondon Communi
This was granted to provide support and supervision for volunteers and to contribute to general running costs of the Farm.
12. C
Wellgat8 Community Farm is limited by guarantee and therefor8 has no share capital.
There were no related party transactions during the year other than those disclosed in note 5.