Diocese of Liverpool The Parish of Up Holland & Dalton Sl Thomas the Martyr Parish Church Church Street, Up Holland. Skelrnersdale, WN8 OND Christ The Servant Church Birkrig. Digmoor, Skelmersdale, WN8 9HW St Michael & All Angels Parish Church Higher Lane, Dalton, Skelmersdale, WN8 7RP Oak House 8 Elmridge, Tanhouse Skelmersdale, WN8 6DD. Annual Report and Accounts for the Parochial Church Council st Year ending 31 December 2025 THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND Administrative information The Up Holland Parish Team consists ofthe Churches of.. St Thomas the Martyr Parish Church, Church Street, Up Holland, Lancashire WN8 OND. Christ the Servant Church Birkrig, Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 9HW. St Michael & All Angels Church Higher Lane. Dalton, Skelmersdale WN8 7RP Oak House 6 Elmridge TanhoLJse Skelmersdale WN8 6DD Parish website.. https-.Ilwww.uphollanddalton.org.ukl Situated in the Ormskirk Deanery within the Diocese of Liverpool. (Parish Number 7331 Charity number.. 1131230 The Liverpool Di0￿san Board of Finan￿ acted as Custodian Trustee for the inalienable property of the churches. ointed Architects." For the three churches of.. St Thomas the Martyr Parish Church, Up Holland Christ the Servant Church, Digmoor St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, Dalton are.. Graham Holland Associates Architects and Historic Buildings Consultants Winnington Hall, Cheshire, CW8 4DW 01606 624626 info@grahamhollandassociates.co.uk Bankers.. HSBC Omiskirk 5 Moor Street, Ormskirk L39 2AB Inde endent Financial Examiner.. Paul Rothwell, Myersons Chartered Accountants 32 Derby Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2BY al advisor: No-one on retention, all legal advice obtained through St James, House, Liverpool. Duties and Res onsibilities of the Parochial Church Council The PCC works together in consultation wilh the incumbent on matters of general concern and importance to the parish. The general functions of the PCC are stated within section 2 of the Parochial Church Councils (Powers} Measure 1956. The functions of parochial church council include.. a) co-operating with the incumbent in promoting in the parish the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical., b) the considering and discussing of matters concerning the Church of England or any other matter5 of religious or public interest, but not the declaration of the doctrine of the Church on any question., G) making known and putting into effect any provision made by the diocesan synod or the deanery synod., d) giving advice to the diocesan synod and the deanery synod on any matter referred to the council., e) raising such matters as the council consider appropriate with the diocesan synod or deanery synod. In the exercise of its functions the Parochial Church Council (PCC) takes into consideration any expression of opinion by any parochial church meeting. The PCC is responsible for the good order, repair and appropriale use of properties owned by or invested in the ecclesiastical parish, which currently consists of.. St Thomas the Martyr Parish Church, Up Holland St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, Dalton Christ the Servant Church, Digmoor Oak House, Tanhouse The Parish Rooms (located at St Thomas the Martyr CE Primary School), The Rectory located in Up Holland, The Vicarage located in Ashurst A curate's house located in Beacon View Drive, Up Holland It also ensures that any work carried out in the property it manages Complies with statutory and Church of England regulations. The PCC is also responsible for the management of the parish finances and resources. It must ensure that all financial conduct is in line with statutory and Church of England regulations. Dail Mana ement: The incumbent is the Chair of the PCC. Day to day management has been exercised by the incumbent, Churchwardens, PCC Secretary and PCC Treasurer. Parish Cler The Revd. Paul Lock, Rector, The Rectory, College Road, Up Holland, WN8 OPY 01695 622936 The Revd. Paul Givens 1 Heatherlea Close, Up Holland, WN8 ONX 07951 522054 The Revd. Vivienne Mitchell 66 Parsonage Brow, Up Holland, WN8 OJG 07958 287188 Address for official corres ondence: The Rectory, College Road, Up Holland, WN8 OPY 01695 622936 Churchwardens st Thomas the Ma Brenda Entwistle Harry Lees r Parish Church U Holland 23 Hallbridge Gardens, Up Holland, WN8 OEP 1 Devon Avenue, Up Holland, WN8 ODQ 07534 623544 07795 664504 St Michael & All An Diane Dobson Beryl Trainor els Parish Church Dalton 17 Standside Park, Skelmersdale, WN8 8BH 184 Martins Lane, Skelmersdale, WN8 9AY 07808 830704 07808 533689 PCC Secreta Janet Cowley 80a Sefton Road, Orrell, Wigan WN5 8UP 07724 896803 The PCC Treasurer: Barbara Roughley 29, Delphside Road. Orrell, WN5 8TR (No longer treasurer from 18, May 2025). 01695 624431 Pau5 Lock The Rectory, 1A College Road, Up Holland, WN8 OPY Appointed treasurer from 1¥, May 2025. 07813 019863 List of Members of The Parochlal Church Council Ex-officio Members The Revd. Paul Lock Rector Brenda Entwistle Churchwarden Harry Lees Churchwarden Diane Dobson Churchwarden Beryl Trainor Churchwarden The Revd. Paul Givens Associate Priest The Revd. Vivienne M'rtchell Assistant Curate revpaul@beaconchurches.org.uk bechoir@outlook.com h.lees@btintemel.com dianedobson49@gmail.com bimpsjt@hotmail.com revpaulg@beaconchurches.org.uk revvivienne@beaconchurches.org.uk Deane nod Members John Gardner Alaric Hicks Neil Girvin Steve Holmes Dennis Roughley Elected PCC Members Michael Entwistle Helen Foster Janet Cowley Marion Flanders Pauline Flanders john.gardner119@gmail.com alarichicks@aol.com neilgirvin@sky com steveholrnes1.sh.sh@gmail.com mikeentwistle@outlook.com helen.rob69@btinternet.com admin@beaconchurches.org.uk marion@thelibertycentre.org.uk no email address Jane Baker Marilyn Bryan lan Dobson Martha Doyle (resigned 28. 10.25) James Wilson Kathryn HaMood Jean Holmes (resigned 25. 06.25) Stephen Pyatt Irene Hesketh Craig Sinnott jbowden11 @virginmedia com marilyn bryan@btinternet.com iandobson49@hotmail.com marthadoyle62@icloud.com jameswilson13bellwood@gmail.com kathrynharwo@aol.com jean.holmes3232@hotmail.co.uk stevep2605@gmail.com irenefhesketh@gmail.com cwaigy2002@yahoo.com PCC Secreta Janel Cowley admin@beaconchurches.org.uk PCC Treasurer Paul Lock revpaul@beaconchurches.org.uk (from May25) Vice Chair Diane Dobson dianedobson49@gmail.¢om PCC Electoral Roll Officer Janet Cowley admin@beaconchurches.org.uk PCC Safe uardin Jacky Jolley Officer safeguarding@beaconchurches.org.uk Safe uardln John Gardner Beryl Trainor lan Dobson Paula Eusebio Rebecca Vann Helen Foster Officers for each church for STM john.gardner119@gmail.com for CTS bimpsjt@hotmail.com for SMD iandobson49@hotmail.com for Oak House eusebioukpaula@hotmail.co.uk for Oak House vennbecky@yahoo.co.uk for Up Holland Hub helen.rob69@btintemel.com Scheme to create the Parish of U Holland and Dalton The Benefice came into being on 1st April 2020 under a Pastoral Scheme made by the Church Commissioners on 3 March 2020. The Pastoral Scheme included the following.. Termination of the Up Holland team established in 1 $73. The benefice of Up Holland and the benefice of Saint Michael and All Angels, Dalton became new benefi￿ which is called 'The Benefice of Up Holland and Dalton" which is a rectory. The parish of Up Holland and the parish of Saint Michael and All Angels, Dalton was named "The Parish of Up Holland and Dalton" which comprises the area of the new benefice. There are two parish churches within the parish, they are.. The Church of Saint Thomas the Martyr, Up Holland The Church of Saint Michael and All Angels, Dalton The parish is in archdeaconry of Wigan and West Lancashire {now within the Archdeaconry of Knowsley, Sephton & West Lancashire) and in the deanery of Ormskirk. The Rectory, la College Road, Up Holland, Skelmersdale WN8 OPY is the place of residence of the incumbent of the new benefice. A full copy of the Pastoral Scheme is available in the parish or from The Diocesan Offices. Oak House In October 2022 following agreement by the PCC ofthe Parish of Up Holland and Dalton, the PCC ofthe Parish of St John, Burscough, the Deanery of Ormskirk, the Archdeacon and the Bishop of Liverpool, Oak House moved into the Parish of Up Holland and Dalton, where it now operates as part of Ihe parish. Oaks continues to be based at 6 Elmridge, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DD. Representatives from Oaks are invited to attend PCC and Churchwarden meetings They also have a local management group which organises matters locally. Oak House now operates as part of the Parish of Up Holland and Dalton. Parish Standin Orders Governin Le islation The life of the Benefice and Team shall be conducted in accordance with the section 2 of the Parochial Church Councils {Powers) Measure 1956 and in accordance with any legislation relating to Parish Appointments and Representation, Canon Law, Church Legislation and Diocesan Rules in for￿ at the time. Benefice Team The Incumbent, Licenced Incumbent status Clergy and Churchwardens are ex-officio members of all Committees and may choose to attend when they consider it appropriate. The Benefice and Districts The Parish of Up Holland & Dalton is a single Benefice with one Parochial Church Council IPCC). The Parish Electoral Roll There is one Electoral Roll made up members from each church or worshipping community within Ihe parish. Representation on the Deanery Synod in accordance with current Church Legislation. Election is from the whole parish at the Annual Parochial Church Council (APCM). Child Protection A Child Protection Policy is agreed annually at the APCM in accordance with the Diocesan Guidelines and relevant legislation, for implementation at parish and church level. The La Chair A Lay Chair ofthe PCC will be appointed at the first PCC meeting following the APCM. They may attend any PCC committee as a full member. The PCC Secreta The PCC may appoint one of their number to act as secretary of the Council. Failing such an appointment the office of secretary shall be discharged by some other fit person who shall not thereby become a member of the Council. The Parish Treasurer The PCC may appoint one of their number to act as Treasurer. Failing such an appointment the office of Treasurer shall be discharged by the churchwardens or by some other fit person who shall not thereby become a member of the Council. The Parish Auditor The Parish Auditor or Examiner is elected annually at the APCM in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 1993 and subsequent legislation. Financial Mana ement The PCC is responsible for ensuring that all matters regarding finance and parish assets {including parish charities and trusts) are managed in accordance with the law and following guidelines from the Church of England, The Liverpool Diocese and the Charity Commission. A budget IS Set each year and the PCC Treasurer manages parish finance in accordance with that budget. The PCC receives regular reports from the Treasurer and scrulinizes spending and income and evaluates how closely to the budget the parish is during the year and makes necessary adjustments. All cheques and payments from all accounts and trusts associated with the parish, must be signed by two authorised signatories. Receipts and invoices must be provided for all payments. For larger payments {levels and responsibilities are made clear in the appropriate parish policy) and for donations to other charities and organisations, can only be made with PCC'S authorisation (or that of the Standing Committee). The decision to make such payments must be recorded in the Minutes of that meeting. If the Standing Committee makes such a decision, this musl be reported at the next PCC meeting. The PCC manages some agent transactions including,. payment of statutory fees, special collectionslfund raising activities for charities Ilisled separately in this report). All these transactions are shown in the accounts. The accounts are independently scrutinized and reported at the Annual Meeting. Parish Reserves Polic The PCC aims to keep approximately three months running costs in reserves. This is also to cover emergency building work. ointment of Officers and Sub-committees At their first meeting after the APCM the Parochial Church Council will appoint its officers, their sub- committees and their representatives to other Parish Committees or outside bodies. Quorum for Meetin For a Meeting to take valid decisions, one third of the members must be present and voting. Com osition of the Parochial Church Council Licensed Clergy and Lay Workers Licensed Readers Parish Treasurer Members of General, DI0￿San and Deanery Synod Churchwardens- two elected from each Church Elected Church Members- up to 3 people from each Church The Parochial Church Council Standin The Incurnbent PCC Secretary PCC Treasurer Lay Chair Churchwardens Up to 3 lay people (one from each church) Committee The dates and venues of PCC Meetings are to be set by the PCC or the Standing Committee. In addition to the APCM there will be al least four Parochial Church Council Meetings in every year. PCC Meetings are to be held at places agreed by the PCC or Standing Committee. Items for Paro¢hial Church Council A endas Any item to be brought up under Any Other Business must be given to the Secretary or Chairperson enty-four hours before the meeting. In exceptional circumstances the Chairperson may allow an item for Any Other Busines5 to be brought up at the meeting. Parochial Church Council Meetin S 2025126 There have been 8 meetings of the PCC in 2025-26 Sunday 18 May (following the APCM) Wednesday 25 June 2025 Tuesday 16 September 2025 Tuesday 18 November 2025 Tuesday 10 February 2026 Tuesday 17 March 2026 Thursday 23 April 2026 Ormskirk Deane nod Parish Representatives have ensured thal at most Deanery Synod Meetings the parish has been represented, where these meetings have been open to other PCC members and congregation members, people from acros5 the parish have attended. This parish remains committed to working closely and positively with other local churches and the wider Deanery. Local Herita e and Ameni We recognise that two of our church buildings and graveyards land wider grounds at Sl Michael'sl are an important statement of Christian presence in the local community. These have continued to be maintained to a high standard throughout the year by our dedicated band of volunteer gardeners in both churches. Our buildings and grounds are visited and enjoyed regularly by people from the local and wider communities and provide a warm welcome. support, peace and tranquillity. Authored by Nick Daunt, we now have Church and Stainèd Glass Windows guide booklets available for St Thomas the Martyr Church. The booklets guide visitors around the exterior and interior of the church, drawing attention to the special heritage features of the church. Risk Mana ement The PCC lakes its responsibility for the safety of the people and financial wellbeing of its church buildings and other property very seriously. To date individual events and situations have been discussed and assessed as they have arisen and remedial actions taken as and when necessary. Our risk management policy is to continue to monitor all situations and carry out further risk assessments as and when necessary. The PCC operates a Health and Safety policy covering areas such as fire risk, electrical appliances, risks in the graveyard, first aid etc. The PCC is regularly updated in any issues regarding Risk Management. We operate the Diocesan policy of protection for children and vulnerable adults. Volunteers are scrutinised by the Disclosure and Barring Service IDBSI. Some members of staff and volunteers are First Aid trained and the parish remains committed to ensuring this 15 maintained. As expansion of community hub activities reaches out to more vulnerable members of our communily. we have expanded the number of people on our safeguarding team. The team now includes a parish safeguarding officer for the Up Holland Cornmunity Hub this person works alongside the church and PCC safeguarding officers within the Diocesan safeguarding policy. The parish follows current guidance on safer recruitmen*. We continue to work with the Diocesan Safeguarding Team and follow Church of England and Diocesan Safeguarding Policies and practice by using the Safeguarding Dashboard lo help ensure we remain compliant and working to continually improve all aspects of safeguarding within the parish. We are currently at Level 2 on the Safeguarding Dashboard and now working towards Level 3 compliance. PCC Members have Gompleted Safeguarding training as individuals and also attended a whole PCC training session wrth a members of the Diocesan Safeguarding Team. All our churches are insured against the risk of damage to the building, vandalism, theft, fire and public liability. The Parish Rooms are also covered. There is appropriate insurance on the house in Beacon View Drive. Parish Webslte As part of our commitment to safeguarding and ensuring we are compliant with Church of England Regulations, the following statement is displayed on our parish website.- The Parish of Up Holland and Dalton takes its duty and obligation to protect all extremely seriously. We have adopted the national Church of England s robust procedures and guidelines. You can find out mor8 about the national policies and procedures at www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding If you have any safeguarding concerns or issues on a safeguarding matter then you can find Main Activities Include: Regular Sunday and midweek services are provided in all our churches. Learning groups have been organised, meeting face to fa￿ in different parts of the parish. The STM Development Group has continued to meet to oversee developments and plan for next steps The Up Holland Community Hub is operating successfully.. and the PCC is committed to developing Hubs across the parish. We are currently developing Christ the Servant Church into a local Community Hub which is to be called 'Martin House, and are looking to establish community Hubs in St Michael's Church, Dalton and Oak House in Tanhouse. The PCC has continued to look at options for the future of Christ the se￿ant Church building - the condition of the roof and other aspects mean that repairing and maintaining are now beyond the church's means and looking at new options and opportunities will help us re-vision and more effectively serve the wider community as well as maintain and strengthen the Christian presence within the Digmoor area. There is a single website for the parish where infamiation about all three churches, our schoo15 and wider community activities are listed and promoted. The site provides easy access to information and application forms for those wanting to book baptisms, weddings, burial of ashes and other significant life events. A number of events have been organised at St Michael's Church for local people and those visiting the area. These have been well supported and much appreciated. We have been providing care for the bereaved and pastoral care to many across the communities we serve. Vve have provided seNices of baptism, weddings and funerals in all three churches. We are receiving increasing applications for baptisms and weddings. We have been supporting our schools and the children and staff within them throughout the year. Through working successfully with the national LYCIG (Leading your Church into Growth) programme we have been evaluating our worship, presence and service across the local communities we serve and have intrOdU￿d several initiatives to improve much ofwhal we do. We are continuing to see new people coming to worship in our churches. We are committed to using the LYCIG principles and guidance as part of our mission and outreach. Worshi Weekl Services Times at St Thomas the Ma Sunda 9.00am Eucharist 10.30am Sung Eucharist 7.00pm Eucharist 10.00am Eucharist r Church durin the last ear: Tuesda Thursda Weekl Services Times at st Michael & All An els Church Dalton durin Sunda 10.30am Sung Eucharist Weekl Services Times at The Oaks Tanhouse Skelmersdale durin Sunda 10.45am Worship the last ear: the last ear: Seasons & Hol Da s A range of special services are planned throughout the year in three churches, these include.. Daily Services for Holy Week & Easter Extra limes of worship for Holy Days and Saints days Remembrance Sunday Services with the community Harvest Services and activities Services to commemorate Ihose who have died Carol Services Christingle Attendance Fi ures 2024 68 82 2025 87 119 2024 42 93 2025 50 Average attendance for Sunday Services Total communicants on Easter day Total number attending special setvice5 run by the church during advent (from Advent Sunday until 23rd December), which were held for the congregation and local community The total number attending Christmas Eve Services (including communicant51 Ichristingle and Midnight Euchari5tl The total number of communicants for Christmas Midnight and Christma5 morning Total number of attendants at Christmas Midnight and Christmas morning 77 1041 1066 430 479 396 368 213 163 iio 78 64 58 114 85 64 65 140 120 loo 80 60 40 20 Average attendance Total communicants The total number of Total number of for Sunday Services on E8Ster day communicant5 for attendants at Christrnas Midnight Christmas Midnight and Christmas and Christmas morning morning • STM 2024 • STM 2025 1200 800 600 4W 2m Total number attending special 5eNi¢es The tot31 number attending Christmas Eve run by the church during advent (from SeNices lincluding communi¢antsl Advent Sunday until 23rd December), IChri5tingle and Midnight Euchari5tl which were held for the Eongregation and local community STM 2024 • STM 2025 10 600 500 400 300 200 loo Total number attending special services run The total number attending Christmas Eve by the church during advent Ilrom Ad¥ent Service5 lincluding comtnunicantsl Sunday until 23rd Decemberl. which were held for the ¢onEregation and local community SMD 2024 ll SMD 2025 140 120 loo 80 60 40 20 Average attendance Totsl rotntnunicants The total number of Total numbÉi of for Sunday Services on Easter day communicants for attendants at Christmas Midnight ChristrYi85 Midnight and Christma5 and Christma5 morning morning SM0 2024 • SMD 2025 iritual Develo ment All our churches and are committed to the spiritual development of all members, during the year this was supported by. Using music, images, resources and styles to enhan¢e Sunday worship and making this more accessible through the printing of weekly service sheets, appropriate activities and screens. study Groups Bible Study Preaching and teaching in all Sunday and most weekday services Arranging study groups to provide worship, study and prayer groups New worshipping communities and new ways into faith and prayer Promotion of Christianit This parish is committed to promoting Christianity in the communities we serve and has done this in the following ways.. Continuing to run the Up Holland Community Hub to promote positive links with the community, ensure St Thomas the Martyr Church is open daily, providing 'safe space, for people in many different ways, to allow the Church to serve people by identifying and meeting some of their needs, developing good ecumenical links and working. There has been a significant shift across the churches within the parish increasingly seeing themselves as working together in mission, outreach and pastoral work. This is also reflected in decisions made at the PCC to use funds to target areas of need for additional support. Working more closely with ecumenical partners and working with churches across the deanery. Committing to be part of the LYCIG (Leading Your Church into Growth) programme of training and development. So far, the PCC has supported people to attend two national training conferences12023 & 2024). We hope to be able to continue to send people to ensure we use LYCIG materials and ideas to their full potential. Developing our websites and use of social media to promote services and events Arranging accessible and suitable worship for special occasions e.g. Carol Services, Christingle, All Age worship Engagement with schools through weekly assemblies and special seNices Providing easy ways to discuss special services e.g. baptisms, weddings, renewal of vows and blessings for significant wedding anniversaries, funerals, burial of ashes Children's activities and events Open Churches - providing a safe and welcoming place for people lo visil ortin Charities This parish is committed to supporting the work of those charities and organisations which enrich and support the live5 of others both in this country and overseas. We have supported financially the following organisalions= The Children's Society Macmillan Cancer Support Digmoor Food Bank Royal British Legion Cancer Research West Lancs Crisis Centre Liberty Centre Up Holland Food Bank Skelmersdale Outreach Christian United 12 Parish Electoral Roll The total number of people on the Electoral Roll following the recent Electoral Roll Revision (completed by 26, April 20261 is 199. Membership at each church within the parish is recorded as follows. st Thomas the Martyr Church, Up Holland.. St Michael & All Angels Church, Dalton.. Oak House, Tanhouse.. 120 67 12 Electoral Roll (2026) 120 loo 80 60 40 20 STM SMD OAKS 2025 ll 2026 Electoral Roll {Parish} 200 150 loo 50 2025 2026 13 Inclusive Church Polic The Parish of Up Holland and Dalton is the parish for people living in Up Holland, Roby Mill, Crawford, Holland Moor, Digmoor, Tanhouse, Ashursl, Birch Green, Elmers Green, Fosters Green, Vvhalleys and Dalton. We believe in doing all that we can to ensure all our church communities are welcoming church who know that we are called and sent to serve all people in the name of Jesus Christ. We are committed to ensuring that eaGh of our church congregations seek5 to follow the teachings of Jesus Christ and so proclaim the Gospel with a fresh vision for each generation. We believe that in the power ofthe Holy Spirit, we are empowered to help every person discover how widely embracing and deep is the love of Jesus Christ. In the Parish of Up Holland and Dalton, we are committed to living in the light of the inclusive Gospel of Jesus Christ where all are accepted 'as they are, and cherished as God's children. Our Mission Our parish is a diverse community and we welcome people of all ages. experiences, lifestyles, outlooks and backgrounds, following the example Christ gave of Se￿Ing God through family, friends and neighbours, those we meet and know and those who remain unknown to us. We are an inclusive church and we do not discriminate in any way. whether in terms of economic means and social standing, age, gender, physical or mental health, ability, race or sexuality. Vvhoever you are and wherever you are on your journey of faith you are welcome in all our churches. Our Vision We want our churches and worshipping communities to give people the opportunity to find hope and be transformed. For each one of us to live as God intends, using all our gifts and talents to fill the world with love, peace and hope. We recognise that we live in a complex world and we seek to be more Christ-like, both as individuals and as a community." celebrating the light, love and grace which is given freely lo all. We believe that Jesus Christ is the one who brings light and love into all without condition. St Thomas the Mart r Church U Holland In May, the new cupboards and servery had been finished, which were consistent with the Chancellor's recommendations and were being used by the Hub Staff. This was just in time to be fully operational at the Summer Fayre in June where we were entertained by a variety of musical groups There were some commercial stalls and other stalls from church groups. The Chrislmas Fayre in November was also very well attended. June also saw the licensing of Rev Paul Givens as Associate Priest followed by a very well attended reception in church. During the Summer holidays, themed art and craft activities plus free lunches were provided once a week, proving very successful. Parents and carers commented on how grateful they were, particularly if the weather was poorl During September, an opportunity was created after the Tuesday Eucharist, during Suicide Prevention Week, for those who had lost family or triends to suicide, to come into church, lo light a candle, to place a ribbon on a tree, or just to talk. The 'Colours' Fashion Company put on a fashion show which was very well attended and they will be returning again in April with their Spring collection. At the end of September. the church hosted the annual Mcmillan Coffee Morning which raised funds and allowed people the opportunity to chat over coffee and cake and donate. 14 The Makers Markets began on the second Saturday af each month and are continuing to draw in people to buy homemade and recycled goods Confirmation classes began in October in church, for young people and at the Rectory for adults, led by parish clergy. This culminated in a wonderful Confirmation service of six young people and three adults led by Bishop Geoff Pearson and attended by well over a hundred family and friends. The annual Halloween party took place, created especially for young children who were encouraged to dress up and enjoy the art and crafi activities with music and the café selling Halloween themed goodies. This offers, every year, an opportunity to ￿lebrate Halloween in a warm, safe space. A Candlelight Concert took place at the beginning of December which co-ordinated with the switching on of the Christmas tree lights outside church. Performers included Ihe Daytime Singers who gather every Wednesday as well as some ofthe Friday lunchtime singers. The Tree and Gift Service in December was popular and donations and gifts received were donated to the Community Food Bank which is part of the Up Holland Community Hub. Dignity Funeral Services organised a Winter Memorial se￿iCe for Ihose who have lost loved ones and again in March. Up Holland High School once again held their annual Carol Service in church, combining solo and choral singing with orchestral pieces, readings and Christmas carols for all. Well over two hundred people attended this hugely successful service. Roby Mill COE Primary School perfomed their Nativity as part of the Thursday Morning Eucharist, enjoyed by parents and parishioners alike. Christingle again welcomed almost three hundred people on Christmas Eve. Many thanks go to those who helped to make just over three hundred Christinglesl The New Year opened with what is becoming a very popular event, the Robbie Burns Experience, complete with piper and haggis. The music was led by local musicians and singers with a Scottish flavour. There have been three very well attended ATC Enrolment services led by their chaplain, who is also parish clergyper50n. The Lent Course was run by a member of the parish clergy team for each Wednesday during Lent as well as a Quiet Day at Roby Mill Farm. In March we were privileged lo host the Commemorative Order of St Thomas of Acon for their Annual Meeting followed by a buffet. This was in addition to the annual service held eaGh June al St Thomas the Martyr and further meetings in church have been planned for 2026. Roby Mill CE School provided some beautiful Easter Gardens made by the children to compliment the flowers in Church over Easter. The repairs to the stonework and the church parapet wall on the North side of the building began in January and were completed in April. Two teams of volunteer gardeners which now include men from the Community Payback scheme, have continued to manage the graveyard, learning new skills, maintaining, planting, clearing and helping to support the upkeep of our very large graveyard. Work continues to extend this further as space in the South section is now becoming limited. Christ the Servant Church Di moor In May 2024, the building was closed for public worship and community work due to infestation which has now been dealt with. The PCC has been working with partners to try and create a Community Hub in the building. Investigations in the possibility of doing this were overseen by members of the Up Holland Community Hub Leadership Team. Responses from statutory agencies and other partners working in the community voiced strong support for this. Many groups and organisations have been identified as those who would make use of Hub facilities at Chrisl the Servant Church. The PCC has been through the pro￿8$ of seeking pemiission to de-designate Christ the Setvant as a place of worship and to eslablish a Community Hub within the premises. This process has now run its Gourse and following signatures from the Bishop of Liverpool and the Archbishop of York, Christ the Servant Church has been de-designated as a place of worship with effect from 10 March 2026. The PCC remains committed to ensuring worship lakes plaGe within the building which has also been given the new name of'martin House,. Working with partners in the area, we are now aGlively seeking funding to repair and redecorate the entire building and to allow it to flourish as a Community Hub. We a150 hope that as a Hub we will be able to ensure that Martin House is part of the regeneration programme being rolled out in the Digmoor area. St Michael & All An el's Church Dalton In a time of change and challenge, the church has become more than a place of worship.11 has become a listening space, and a source ofwelcome and care. Relationships have deepened, new faces have been embra￿d, and the church continues to live out it's calling by serving Dalton and the wider community with warmth, faith and generosity. Our Church family continues to grow, not only in numbers but also spirit, as we share and live out God's love. Our worshipping community draws together a rich diversity of people who are united in worshipping God and supporting one another. We are blessed with a growing team of volunteers who are encouraged and empowered to take on a range of roles that enrich our weekly worship, and provide support with weddings, funerals and baptisms. At St Michael's we have facilitated training for all volunteers, ensuring basic safeguarding compliance, while enabling select members to complete Gertified first aid and fire safety courses. Vvhile all-age worship has presented challenges, it has also generated positive feedback. Our Tuesday prayer group continues to offer a vital opportunity for people to deepen their faith and relationship with God and pray together for the parish and the wider world. st Michael's continues to play an important role in the life of the community, welcoming people through events held across the year, including.. Lighting the church has made Ét a beacon for the community, helping it to stand as a visible symbol of welcome, faith, and belonging. By opening the church on a Saturday, people can come in to light a candle, say a prayer, and spend time in quiet reflection away from our regular service. This initiative has been warmly received with positive feedback. Clergy and lay people have been key in the developing and enhancing home communion provision, especially within nursing homes across the parish, offering pastoral care and support to those unable to attend church. 16 A cancer support group meets monthly, providing a supportive and caring space for those affe￿ed, the group has grown in numbers attending and is greatly appreciated. The introduction of a weekly yoga class has been well re￿iVed and continues lo grow, extending the church's engagement with the wider community. An all inclusive bingo has been running regulady and has offered much support forthose who attend. Our first car boot sale was attended by many people, drew lots of positive feedback, and has crealed enthusiasm for it to become an annual event. Support is offered within the parish through helping to deliver meals to those less fortunate, reflecting a strong spirit of cooperation and shared care across the parish. St Michael's has maintained a strong programme of well attended community events, demonstrating its active role in the life of the community.. Carol seNices, Chrislingle, Christmas fayre, car boot, Easter festival with activities, Easter raffle, and a variety of concerts. Through these activities, joy and companionship are shared, and our relationship with the wider community is strengthened. Church Building and grounds Maintaining our beautiful church building and grounds remains a key priority and an ongoing challenge. Although important work has been identified. progress has been affected by the current lack of funding. We remain deeply grateful to the dedicated volunteers who clean and maintain both the church and grounds. Looking ahead We are pleased to report that our re-ordering plans have progressed and we are working with professionals and other agencies to seek the permissions required. Once completed, we believe the re-ordering will help ensure that Sl Michael's Church remains a welcoming, mission focused Christian family at the heart of community life. As we join our strengths, share our gifts, and work together across our parish, we deepen our service to our communities and shine Christ's love ever more brightly. Oak House Tanhouse Skelmersdale Our normal service at Oaks on a Sunday We meet at 10.45am, have a cup oftea or coffee. Then we open in prayer and we say the prayer forgrowth,. next we sing some worship songs. We have a Godlgood news slot where we share what God has done for us or others that week. then a worship song. Next, we watch a short video I bible study then chat about it. then a worship song, next a prayer time. then a worship song and then close in prayer. After the service we have a cup of lea Icoffee and cake or biscuits. Later some of us go for lunch together, continuing to fellowship. There are usually 718 of us who meet for Sunday service. The first Sunday of the month we have Overspill Vvhich is mainly worship songs Where we worship God and listen to what he may say to us. Once a month we celebrate Holy Communion when one ofthe parish clergy come to celebrate Open Oaks on a Monday. Meet at 12 till 2pm. They have lunch, chat, and sometimes do crafts. We can have 12 or more people there. when the children are on holiday there could be 6 to 12 of them. They like to fill their own pizza or pancakes. Food Bank on a Tuesday Morning. Pilgrim Bible study Group meets 6.30pm till 9pm we have a meal first then our study. 5 of us regularly meet together. Friday Food Bank Outreach Trust have their meetings at Oaks. 17 Prayer Chain A member at Oaks organises the prayer chain which includes phoning and or texting people. She also updates members on prayer requests. We have people who are employed to run Open Oaks, which provides a warm welcome and something to eat to people from the wider community. These two members of staff also work outside working hours shopping, Safeguarding and supporting others. They work hard. We have a Sensory Room the children love it. There are some with additional needs, so it is a calm and safe Spa￿ for them to chill OLrt. U Holland Communit Hub A place where 811 are welcomed and valued without condition, where we strive to se￿e the community. gmw Èogether and creat8 a sense of wellbeing and belonging Management and Activity Summary 202512026 The Hub has continued its successful service to the Gommunity throughout the year with its ongoing provision of well-being groups, activities, and events. Becket's Cafe has provided a warm. welcoming alrnosphere to all and supported the Hub through multiple events and activities. All aspects of delivery rely heavily on our much-valued team of volunteers, withoul whom none of this could be possible. Through their strength and dedication, the Hub has grown over the last 12 months and continues to welcome all into its heart. We continue to support our community, whether via the immediate practical help of food and household ne￿ssI11es to those who need it or emolionallpsychological support via the well-being initiatives on offer. As church and hub work together to reach out to our community, we are well-pla￿d to build on success lo date and are actively seeking funding investment lo enable us lo extend our much-valued provision further. Currently there is active engagement with third parties to robustly explore funding opportunities that are mosl relevant to our setting and goals. Hub progress Work is ongoing to build upon work undertaken by the previous Hub Development Manager to extend and enhance the reach, impact, reputation and visibility of the Hub. We work collaboratively with Gommunity partners such as Asda, Birchwood, Fare share, KraftlHeinz, all of whom donate food regularly. Some of this food is offered on our 'save from waste, trolley within the vestibule, while other food is used for much needed food bags for the community. We continue to deliver our 'kids eat free, scheme and will always support anyone in our community if they need it. We never turn anyone away. Throughout the range of all our activities we strive lo deliver our mission, to provide a safe and welcoming space which helps to enhance well-being and belonging and genuinely helps to transform lives. We continue lo receive regular endorsement of this in reality, from the numerous daily comments from customers and visitors regarding their positive and life enhancing experience of the Hub. To reflect our vision and ethos as a pla￿ where 'all are welcomed and valued without condition,, we have maintained a strong commitment to promote inclusivity and to uphold safeguarding principles in all areas of our activity. Throughout the past year, there has been focused work to embed 2nd establish core approaches, including 'Safer Recruitment, procedures,. Health and Safely systems and processes such as First Aid and Fire Safety training and Food Hygiene standards incorporating Safer Methods. This has greatly enhanced the professionalism, development opportunities and sense of pride among employees and volunteer colleagues, providing a strong foundation for further development in the services offered. With the help of our wonderful volunteers and the kindness of our visilor communily, we have been able to make real positive impact on peoples, lives. Significant achievements and highlights this year include.. 899 people attended our communty breakfasulunch 198 'Pay It Forward, café refreshment gifts were donated and used by the community 138 food bags were given oul in addition to existing food bag provision 134 'Kids eat free, meals were given out 18 52 free meals were provided to those in need 266 people attended the free family activities 86 free Easter meals were given to those in need 64 free Christmas meals were given to those in need 19 free Christmas food hampers were given to those in need 22 Hopeful Hearts were donated and gifted (Christmas gifts offered on the Christmas tree to brighten a Christmas for those struggling in the festive period) Provision of regular group activities which support social wellbeing: Group activity Average weekly attendance Get To Lan ua on U3A Readin Club Shared Readin Water ColourArt Class 40 members time Sin ers 31 members To elher Journe in ether After Loss Craft and Chat 19 members Music Frida ether Games e Club 12 25 20 12 40-60 Man-Archy (Men's mental health group) and Chair Yoga have operated during the year but are currently postponed. Man-Archy is starting back up in June 2026, and Chair yoga will be starting as soon as the new group leader is inducted over the next few weeks. The 'Journeying Together After Loss, Group is a newly established group which has continued from an original bereavement support group held in the hub during the past 12 18 months, This original group has since relocated to new premises in order to ac￿$$ specific funding opportunities. However, the Hub has continued to maintain strong commitment to continue a bereavement support group. This is in recognition of the much needed and valued benefit the group offers to people who encounter different experiences of loss, particularty in bereavement and the loss of a loved one. The Hub is regularly accessed by individuals from the refugee community. One such person has been successfully recruited and supported to work as a cafe volunteer. This has provided opportunities to develop skills (such as Barista, customer service, food preparation and language development) as well as addressing issues of loneliness and isolation by joining a friendly Hub community. Social media has helped to advertise events and give members ofthe community the opportunity to ask questions directly regarding the Hub limetable,*vents and community help initiatives (such as the provision of our Easter and Christmas Meals and hampers for those in need). Engagement is predominantly positive, with posts regularly being liked or shared. Events and activities. Notable events during the year have included hosting.. Summer Fayre. Christmas Fayre, 1950's Themed event, Robbie Burns Day, Newly established Makers Markets to raise funds for the free Easter and Christmas Meals Haydock Male vol￿ Choir, Macmillan Coffee Moming, U3A Choir, 19 Candlelight concert, Ladies Fashion Show, Connected Voices Choir Concert, Easter Bunny Family Activities, Mother and Father Christmas family activities Inclusive Bingo Community gardening day Post Offlce The Post Office continues its much-valued SeN1￿ in the local community. Customer numbers have grown significantly year on year and now average over 2000 customers per month la ten-fold increase from the levels when the Post Office opened in 2021). It is serviced by a small team of dedicated volunteer staff providing a friendly, efficient and supportive service to the local community. Further Development The church and hub are always looking for opportunities to build upon our community links and find better ways to deliver sustainable projects. We are currently looking into the possibility of opening a community shop which will provide low-cost items to all, and double as a choosing food bank. The aim is to create a 'community' day (Tuesday), where people can access setvices and support, have delicious food on a 'pay as you feel, basis, and access the community shop for affordable low-cost items. There has been initial engagement with colleagues from different statutory and voluntary agencies to explore future development of a ' listening, café and support for individuals who may have particular needs, such as people who are living with dementia. We have often seen a community need which is reflected in the numbers of people who appear to be living in isolated circumstances and for whom social interaction is absolutely a priority. We view this as a significant priority in our next stage of development. This will also allow the Hub lo offer a ' signposting service, such as to care at home services and services lo limit and avoid admission to hospital in particular population groups. The Hub is looking at planning more inclusive events in the future, promoting a place for all. This will include an inclusive talent show and build upon our inclusive activities such as Mother and Father Christmas Meet and Greets and family activities. Events celebrating the history of St Thomas the Martyr Church are also being planned. This will include the introduction of regular history tours, and the opportunities for local schools to participate history events which support the riational curriculum. This will also open up opportunities to the local home-schooling community who may wish to visit and take advantage of our kids eat free scheme. Food Bank The Up Holland Community Hub Food Bank is now in its fifth year of operation and is firmly established as one of the community activities provided by UCH. The Fooé Bank is located at St Thomas the Martyr Primary School and is open Monday to Thursday 8.45- 11.15 We work closely with colleagues from Beckets, Café and Post Office to provide grocery bags at church to be allocated as needed to people using those services. Typically, we provide 6-10 bags per week. We also offer a box or bag delivery service once a week for people for whom getting to the Food Bank or the church is a problem. We currently deliver to four households. This has enabled us to achieve one of the objectives we set ourselves for the year, which was to make our Se￿iCe accessible to more people who need and can benefit from what we have to offer. We currently have 40 - 50 regular clients so. including their families. we calculate that we support around 120- 130 people in our community. We continue to provide a wide range offood and household items. including.. Fresh, linned and packet foods Milk, teabags, coffee, sugar 20 Personal hygiene products e.g. shower gel, shampoo, toothpaste,. Household Gleaning materials, e.g. washing up liquid, cleaning sprays We have seen demand increase year on year and as a result it has been necessary to maintain a limit on the quantities each client can take. Our regulars have by and large accepted this. We continue to work wilh our retail partners, particularly Tesco, wilh five evening collections a week from Tesco Express in Pemberton. The Tesco link is via our membership of Fareshare. We also have a partnership with Premier Store in Up Holland and a link with the Birchwood organisation enables us to offer fresh food such as bread and vegetables in the porch at church. We also receive generous individual donations from the congregations of St Thomas the Matyr Church, Up Holland Methodist Church and St. Teresa's Catholic Church as we51 as other individual members of the Up Holland community and beyond. We were very grateful to some of our local schools, in particular, St. Thomas the Martyr Primary School, for hugely generous contributions which helped us meet the Christmas demand. We have been supported by charitable donations, e.g. from Skelmersdale and Tawd Vale Lions and the Co-op Community Fund. We also have a partnership with the Brick project, based in Wigan, which offers range of household items to support families. The money received from the Co-op Community Fund has enabled us to offer a wider range of goods, including such items as eggs, cheese and spreads. It has also funded a joint project with St. Thomas the Martyr School nurseries to promote wellbeing. We support the nurseries 'dental health campaign, providing age- appropriate toothbrushes and toothpaste for each child, and we Gontribule bags of infant medical supplies to families who can benefrt from them. A recent additional grant from the LA Community Fund will enable us to continue with these projects. As is the case for most Food Banks at present, we face a constant challenge ta meet the needs and demands placed on us by the community we are lrying to serve and support. We are and will continue to be heavily reliant on the generosity of those who are able and willing to donate food and household goods to enable us to support the people who need us. Grants and Fundin We have re￿iVed grant from the following-. 1. Warm space grant 2. Shared Prosperity Fund IUKSPF) 3. Wesl Lancashire Household Support Fund The Hub is grateful to those who have supported us financially through these grants. 21 Grou sandor anisations Church Schools in the Parish There are four Voluntary Aided Primary Schools in the Parish. Bishop Martin CE Primary School, Digmoor Roby Mill CE Primary School, Roby Mill St Thomas the Martyr CE Primary School, Up Holland St Michael & All Angels CE Primary School. Dalton The PCC takes seriously its role of supporting the four church schools and is grateful to those who serve as foundation governors and for giving their time to lead and manage church schools for the whole community. We continue to support the Diocesan Board of Education policy to appoint practicing Christians to the role of Foundation Governor within our schools. Mernbers of the clergy regularly lead collective worship, to support all staff and pupils and to asslst in the delivery of RE and spiritua5 development of pupils and staff. The headteachers and members of the clergy meet each half-term to discuss and plan work and activities. There is an end-of-term Eucharist or end of term service in each school. There are good positive links wilh all four church schools and each one vislts churches and takes part in several activities there, when able to do so. Work and Service in the Wider Communi The churches continue to support work with people from the wider community through the following activities.. Up Holland Community Hub and all its activities 1° Upholland Scout Group Chaplaincy to the local Air Cadets Informal chaplaincy role in Crawford Village, especially in the Primary School Bingo at St Michael's Church, Dalton Craft Groups at Sl Michael's ChurGh, Dalton Church choirs (open to all) in both Up Holland and Dalton Cammitmenl in all our churches lo ensure that the welcome, care and way occasional ofFices (Baptisms, Weddings, Funera1, Burial of Ashes. Blessings, Memorial Services etc) are planned and executed are focused on the pastoral needs of each family Provision of food bank collection points for Food Banks Walks for the parish and wider community Volunteers continue lo undertake maintenance of the churchyard and church (in both Up Holland & Dalton) 22 The Parish of Up Holland and Dalton Ac¢ount5 for the Year Ended 31st December 2025 The Parish of Up Holland and Dalton Balance Sheet as at 31st Detember 2025 Pa8e 2 Note 2025 2024 FIXED ASSETS Tangible Investment 284,500 44,129 328,629 284.500 44.129 328,629 51bl CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Short Term Deposits Cash at bank and in hand 201,689 112.224 313,913 190,954 157,425 348,379 CURRENT LIABILTIES Creditors- amounts falling due within one year 2,333 1,320 NET CURRENT ASSFrs 311,580 347.059 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 640,209 675.688 Creditors- amounts f311ing due èfter one year TOTAL NET ASSETS 640,209 675,688 PARISH FUNDS Unr25tricted Designated Restricted Endowment 452,849 80,363 62,868 44.129 478.023 153.536 44,129 640,209 675,688 Approved by the Parochial Church Council on and si8ned on its behalf by-. Revd. Paul Lock- Rector J Cowley- PCC Secretary The PaI￿h of Up Holland and Dalton A¢counts lor the Year Ended 31st D￿ember 2025 Note5 to the Financial Statements Page 4 2- INCOMING RESOURCES CBF code Unrestrlded Deslgnated Funds Funds Restricted Endowme Funds Funds TOTAL 2025 2131 Voluntary Inwme ioi Planned Giving.. Grft Ald donations 102 Tax Recoverable 103ab Other 104 Collections lopen platel 1053 Gift Days 105b Donations 201 Grants 202 Legacies 203b 8ispham Charity Fund 67,345 9,501 2,651 11,124 67,345 9,501 2,651 11,124 29,128 6,631 6,281 29.128 6.631 6,281 132,662 132,662 21bl Artivitles lor Generatlng Funds 401b Bookstall for fundralsing Hub Activities Rummage sales. letes, etc. Net Income from Beckets Café Net Income from STM Post Office/Cèfé 840 6.485 43,781 9,563 60,669 840 6.485 43,781 9.563 60,669 203a 21cl Incomefrom lftvestments Dividends and Interest including tsx recoverablÈ Rent from land or buildings held as an Snvestment 301 3,334 3,334 302 15.548 15.548 18,882 18.882 Zldl Income from Church Activities Church Hall letting5 Bookstall for prOMot￿ng church objectives Benefac& Incorne PCC Fees 402a 401a 2.953 2,953 7,934 39,093 49,981 7,934 39,562 50,450 404 450 450 19 19 21el Other Incoming Re50Urtes Insurance claitns Building funds 601 TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCE5 262,193 450 19 262,662 The Parlsh of Up Holland and DJlton Actountsforthè YearEnded 31st December Z025 Notes tothe Flnawal 5t4lErnents Page 6 5TAFFC05TS 2025 Gr055Wages 64.071 64,071 PAYMENTS TO RELATED PARTIES No pa¥menr5 0rexpense5 have been made toany related partiÈSto PCC members. FIXED ASSETS TANGIBLE FIXED ASSET$1311 unre$trittedl Freehold nd& Actual/ DeeTned ¢D5t BIFwd AdditlQDS Disposals CIFwd 284,5 284,50D /Fwd Charge for Ye3r C/Fwd Nei Bookvalue C/Fwd 284,5 BIFwd 284.5 INVESTMENTS PU￿hase$ at co Disp¢s3ls3t ￿rryIn9￿d1ue 44,129 Market value 85 at 31st December 2025 44,129 The marketvalue represents Inve5trnents for.. Unre5trirtEd funds Aestritted funds Endowrnent funds 44,129 44.129 ThE Part5h off Up Hollartd and Oaktsn Accounts forthe Year Endpd 31st Det*mber2025 Independent Eyminees r*Ptsrttothe trustees of The Pailsh of Vp Holland and Dalton I report to the tru5tetrs on my exarninatlon of the accounts of The Parish of UpHolland and Dalton for theyearended 31st De￿mber 2025. Re5pon51blll¢les and b3515 tsf rÈport the charitytru5teÈs of the Trtsstyou are responslblefof ihe preparat￿rn of the accounisin accordance wlththe requlrement5 ofthechariliesArt 20111"theAci"l. I report in rEspeit Df my t￿MinatIon of theTru5t's account5 carried out under5ettion 145 of thÈ 2DII Act and in c3rryin8 Out my examination I havefollowed all the applicable d5￿CtIr￿n581Ven bythe CharityCTrmffli55ioll under section 145I5llbl oltheA(i. Independenlexamlner's statement I have£ornp￿ted myexarnlnatloD. I confirffl that nomaterfial matters have cometo my3ttentlon In cOnn￿li0n withthe*xaminaiion8lvingrne cau5eto belleve thatln any material re5pett'. l. accountlng record5were not kept in re5pe¢tof the Tru# as regulred by seciion 130 Of IheACt,. Dr 2. the accountsdo notaccord with thosp rectsrds. I h3ve no concerns and have tomÈ acrDSS no other matters In connectlon wlthiheexatnin3tionto which attention Shou￿ be drawn iTrthi5 reportin orderto Èn3ble è proper understandingto be reached. Paul Rothwell FCCA FCACTA Myersons, Ch3rtered Accountant5 32 Derby Street Qrmskirk cashire L39 2BY D3te.................................................--