WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Charity number: 1130938 Gibson Booth Limited 12 Victoria Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 28B
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Contents Page Legal and administrative information Managing Trustees, report Independent Examinerf5 Report Receipts and Payments account 10 Statement of Assets and Liabilities 11 Notes to the financial statements 12 -17
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Offlclals Incumbent: Rev Charles Burton Associate Priest Rev John Parker Churchwardens: Mr G Fellows, Mr D Clouter and Mrs l House Representatives on the Deanery Synod: Mrs G P Fellows Ms R Sunderland Mrj Bouch Elected Members Mrs J Oliver (Treasurer) Mrs B Lord (Secretary) Mr J Henthorn Mrs D Matthewman Mrs A Vernon Mrs K Bouch Mr M Underwood Mr J Campbell Ms S Fogg Address of Church: The Vicarage Christchurch Rd West Melton S63 6NW Address for Correspondence The Vicarage Christchurch Rd West Melton S63 6NW
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION (contlnued) Accountants Glbson Booth Limited 12 Victoria Road Barnsley 570 2BB Bankers Virgin Money 30 Vincent Place Glasgow Gi 2HL Investment Managers CCLA Investment Management Limited The CBF Church of England Funds Senator House 85 Queen Victoria Street London EC4V 4ET
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 MANAGING TRUSTEES, REPORT The Managing Trustees submit their Annual Report and the Unaudited Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024. The Wath with Brampton Bierlow Parochial Church Council is part of the Diocese of Sheffield, within the Church of England. OBJECTS Wath with Brampton Bierlow Parochial Church Council has the responsibility of co-operating with the Incumbent, in promoting, in the ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. MANAGING TRUSTEES The ManagingTrustees of the Wath with Brampton Parochial Church Council are the body of the Church Council. The following PCC members have served during the year: Officials Incumbent: Rev Charles Burton Associate Priest Rev John Parker Churchwardens: Mr G Fellows. Mrs l House and Mr D Clouter Representatives on the Deanery Synod: Mrs G P Fellows Ms R Sunderland Mrj Bouch Elected Members Mrs J Oliver (Treasurer) Mrs B Lord (Secretary) Mr J Henthorn Mrs D Matthewman Mrs A Vernon Mrs K Bouch Mr M Underwood Mr J Campbell Ms S Fogg
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 MANAGING TRUSTEES, REPORT (continued) REVIEW OF AcfiviTIES AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS The Statement of Financial Activities for the year is set out on the following pages. GOVERNANCE The Church Council members are the managing Trustees of the church and are responsible inter alia for its financial commitments and the care of its property. including money. STRUCTURE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT The method of appointment of PCC Members is set out in the Church Representation Rules. All Church attendees are encouraged to register on the Electoral Roll and stand for election to the PCC. ELECTORAL ROLL The Electoral Roll for the two churches stands at 247. FINANCIAL REVIEW Giving remained stable for both parishes over the year benefitting from the Parish Giving Scheme and Gift Aid contributions. Minor works to both churches ensured that the maintenance of the buildings remains on track. This the second full year of a joint PCC means that comparisons can be made against specific spending criteria on a year-on-year basis. This reveals some areas where further savings can be made to maximise the fundraising done involving the wider community which proved successful again in 2024. Funding the work of the CPW remained a priority in the year and the commitment to the Common Fund was realised. A variety of mechanisms remain in place for giving enabling the churches to continue to be in a stable position. A legacy payment to be realised in early 2025 means the cost of running the churches and providing quality stewardship and fellowship will continue. In closing, please note that it is our policy to invest any fund balances in the Central Board of the Church of England Deposit Fund. Jacqueline Oliver Treasurer
WATH wrrH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 MANAGING TRUSTEES. REPORT (continued) VICAR'S REPORT This ha5 felt the rnost stretching year so far for me personally and for Rachel our Children & Families lead. l am pleased to announce however that following a re-evaluation of her role and agreed streamlining of ministry offerings to enable her, the volunteer team5 and future post-holders to flourish and thrive - Rachel has agreed to stay on for another year serving the parish. My focus and calling continues to be towards evangelism and seeking to build together under God the church of tomorrow. It is encouraging to See our congregations now offering a welcome for truly all ages as we see children, families, youth, study groups, baptisms, confirmations and Mothers Union all thriving. I would like to specifically mention my thanks to John & Rachel Parker, retiring Church Warden Geoff Fellows, retiring PCC Secretary Barbara Lord, retired Mothers Union Diocesan President Gill Fellows. Also, Caroline Langston who has put dedication into re-organising and resurrecting our church charities so that they are fully operational and supporting local nominated beneficiaries once again. l am forever grateful to those who have gone before us their generosity, service and prayerfulness stlll blessing us and others today. Much appreciation to all of you, for the time and enthusiasm you show in supporting the ministry and mi55ion here in Wath & Brampton often so sacrificially. Much has changed over the year which we give thanks for: new Morning Worship service booklets, Broadband Wi-Fi and usable balcony meeting area at Christ church Brampton & new parish Facebook page. My thanks and appreciation to all who supported and organised key events throughout 2024: Quiet Days in January and September; Garden Party and Christmas Fairs; Giving Days; Flower Festiv3l/Heritage Open Weekend; vislt of Bishop Pete of Sheff ield October parish joint service. We remember and give thanks for the lives of Jim Thompson - Sheila Cope- Eileen McLaughlin- Joyce Muggeridge - Paddy McGreal - Colin Woods. Our prayer together going forward as we see and give thanks for shoots of new growth is that we would keep ourfocus on sound Bible-based teaching, nurture and discipleship whilst doing all we can to be a giving, sepding and loving church of God in this parish, facing outward to our community and beyond. My Best Wishes Rev Charles Burton, Vicar
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 MANAGING TRUSTEES, REPORT (continued) CHURCHWARDEN'S REPORT FOR WATH ALLSAINTS The regular checks for the fire alarms and fire extinguishers have been carried out. Some of them were changed to meet new regulations. The bi-annual lightening conductor survey was carried out, but raised questions about its efficiency. No further artion has been carried out yet. One of the security cameras on the porch had been vandalised. It has been replaced. The church clock had various issues which were eventually resolved by Bygone Times and Dearne Electric. The church clock timer switch that lights the clock faces at night has been replaced. There was a faulty battery on the roof cameras. This has been replaced along with the camera that caused the problem. The guttering on the north side of the chancel has finally been replaced. Annual maintenance was carried out; salt sweeping from internal walls, all gutters, down pipe5 and gullies cleared and minor repairs to the lead roof. (The latter needs to be regularly checked for minor cracks). Our church being grade I listed needs constant loving care to keep it in "a good state of health". A very big thank you to everyone who continues to give their time and talents to the upkeep of the church. However, our maintenance group of regular workers who do minor preventative work, has dwindled and our ability to do minor repairs has become very limited, meaning we need to pay for tradespeople. In order to maintain all of the above and a150 to be the Bishop's representative, to represent the laity and to work alongside the clergy in ensuring Canon Law is followed; HELP IS NEEDEDI All the literature says there should be 2 churchwardens. Some even suggests that they each have a deputy! So, for our church to continue to function we need more people to come forward. l AM STEPPING DOWN AS WARDEN THIS YEAR. Geoff Fellows Church Warden
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 MANAGING TRUSTEES, REPORT (continued) CHURCHWARDENS REPORT FOR CHRIST CHURCH BRAMPTON BIERLOW All legal requirements have been met regarding Pat testing fire extinguishers and 50 on. Annual maintenance work has also been carried out. Work on the organ access project was completed. The project to 're-stuff' all the pew cushions was completed thanks to the very hard work of a dedicated team and the comfort of all has now increased immensely. A small and very committed team, fondly called 'the scrubbers, have ensured that our church building is kept clean, tidy and welcoming. The Community Hall roof work has been completed and a new kitchen window has been fitted. The wall is a continuing problem and we see no sign of any help from the diocese or any other grants available. We will continue to pursue this matter with increasing urgency. The trees is the churchyard are being well-looked after and some of the recommended work has been completed. Despite the fact that churches are supposed to have two churchwardens, we only have one at Christ Church. However, in 2024, Garth Heyworth proved his worth as he made himself available to help on a regular basis and was a powerful friend to church. He will be difficult to replace. Ingrid House Church Warden
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 MANAGING TRUSTEES, REPORT (contlnued) STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES, RESPONSIBIUTIES The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees, Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). The law applicable to charities in England & Wales requiresthe trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to: select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently. obsenie the methods and principles in the Charitles SORP. make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent. state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements. prepare the financial statement5 on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The trustees are responsible for keeping accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 1993, the Charity {Accounts Reports) Regulations 2008, and trust deed. They are also responsible forsafeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps forthe prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Wath with Brampton Bierlow Parochial Church Council The Vicarage Christchurch Rd West Melton Rotherham S63 6NW Approved by the Council on 17 April 2025 and signed on behalf of the Church Council Rev Charles Burton (Chair of the Council) .
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES I reportto the charitytrustees on my examination of the accounts of the charityfor the year ended 31 December 2024 which are set out on pages 10 to 18. Responslbllltles and basls of report As the chariWs trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {'the AcV}. I report in respect of my examination of the charit¢s accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Direction given by the Charity Commission under section 145{5)(b) of the Act. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act. or the accounts do not accord with those records; or the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities {Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connertion with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Scott Mell FCA Gibson Booth Limited 12 Victoria Road Barnsley S70 2BB 30 April 2025
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RECEIPTS AND PAYMENT ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Unrestrlcted Restrlcted Funds Funds Note Recelpts Incoming Resources from Generating Funds Voluntary Income Activities for Generating Funds Other Incoming Resources 76,259 18,118 26,872 76,259 18,118 27,546 92,526 21,905 65,000 974 Total receipts 120.949 974 121,923 179,431 Payments Charita ble Activities Governance Costs 142,643 840 142,643 840 176.176 900 Total payments 143,483 143,483 177,076 Net receipts/(payments) (22,534) 974 {21,560} 2,355 Transfers Balances brought forward at l January 2024 123,362 29,191 152,553 150,198 Balances carrled forward at 31 December 2024 100,825 30,165 130,993 152,553 The notes on pages 11 to 16 form part of these accounts 10
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES 2024 2023 Note Monetary Assets Cash At Bank And In Hand 130 993 152 553 Monetary Liabilities Liabilities 750 750 Other Assets At 31 December 2024 the Parochial Church Council held CBF Church of England Investment Fund Incorne Shares with a value of £71,801 (2023 - £67.642). Approved by the trustees on 17 April 2025 and signed on their behalf by: Rev Charles Burton ................................ The notes on pages 12 to 17 form part of these accounts 11
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 NOTES OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of Accounting The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 governing the individual accounts of PCCS. and with the Regulations true and fair vieW provisions. togetherwith FRS102 and the Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP {FRS1021). The general funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the PCC and which have not been designated for other purposes. Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside for particular purposes. The aim and use of each designated fund is Set out in the notes to the financial statements. Grants and donations are included in the 50FA when any pre-conditions preventing their use by the PCC have been met. For collections and planning giving this is when the funds are received. Gift Aid and othertax claims are included in the SOFA at the same time as the amount received from HMRC. Resources expended are accounted for on payments basis and are classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. 12
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 NOTESTO THE ACCOUNTS Voluntary Income Unrestrlrted Restricted Funds Funds Totsi 2024 Total 2023 Collections and donations Grants Gift Aid 72,696 72,696 80,898 7,300 Total Activities for Generating Funds Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Wedding fees Funerals, baptism, events Total 5,883 12,235 18,118 5,883 12,235 18,118 8,104 13,801 21,905 Other Incomin8 Resources Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Fees account Magazine sales & adverts Other income 45,000 1,322 1,455 1,455 Total 57 13
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 NOTE5 TO THE ACCOUNTS Charitable activities Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Salaries Light & heat Rates & water Insurance Printing & stationery Repairs & maintenance Diocesan payment (Stipend Housing & Parish Share) Charities & missions Memorial books Other Expenses Worship Verger & organ Fees Fee5 account 10,531 15,840 3,316 13,227 1,465 17,750 10,531 11,935 15,840 16,442 3,316 3,415 13,227 12,089 1,465 1,766 17,750 28,519 45,500 1,662 850 15,067 2,298 7,325 7,812 45,500 41,874 1,662 3.672 850 835 15,067 10,691 2,298 14.277 7,325 4.625 7,812 6,036 Total 14
WATH wrrH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS Governance Costs Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Accountancy Trustees During the year, no trustee received remuneration or reimbursement for expenses from the charity. (2024 £Nil) Cash At Bank And In Hand Unrestrorted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Current Account- Wath CBF Deposit Fund- Wath Current Account- Brampton CCLA- Brampton Fabric fund Bell fund Organ fund Church Hall fund Reserves fund Burial ground fund 76,150 19,102 5,575 76,150 19,102 5,575 97,951 19,102 6,309 3,416 1,341 3,630 3,076 4,349 3,416 1,341 3,630 3,076 4,349 3,416 1,274 3,447 3,076 4,349 Liabilities Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcted Funds Total 2024 Totsl 2023 Accountancy Fees 75 750 15
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS 10. Funds Balance ljan 2024 Incomlng Resources Resources Expended Transfer5 Balance 31 Dec 2024 Unrestricted fund5 General fund 123,362 120,948 {143,482) 100,828 Restricted funds Bell fund Organ fund Burial ground Fabric fund Church Hall fund Reserves 1,274 3,447 13,629 3,416 3,076 68 183 723 1,342 3.630 14,352 3,416 3,076 29,191 974 30,165 Total Funds 121922 143 482 The General fund represents the free funds of the church which are not designated for particular purposes. The fund balances are restricted and can only be used for the purpose stipulated. 16
WATH WITH BRAMPTON BIERLOW PAROCHIALCHURCH COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS 11. Fees Account for the year ended 31 December 2024 2023 Receipts 2024 2023 Payments 2024 January 1,075 February 380 March 760 April May 380 June July 380 August 380 September 380 October November 1140 December 920 Organist, Verger, Choir {WeddinES & Funerals) Sheff ield Diocesan Board of Finance Other expenses Piano purchase Charity 780 4,337 780 12,160 265 780 660 500 1,999 616 4.875 15,425 920 7,452 20,000 Transfers from PCC Cash at Bank 31 December 2023 45,000 Transfers to PCC Cash at Bank 31 December 2024 17