PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST WILFRID’S, RIBCHESTER
REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
Charities Commission Reference N 1131599
PCC accounts 2025
Membership
Incumbent Reverend Canon Brian McConkey Honorary Assistants Priest Reverend Ann Jepson Reverend Ness Starkey Wardens Alexandra Helena Anne Dugdale Mary Marsden Timothy James Watts Sue Wildsmith Deanery Synod Representative
Claire Davies Alex Dugdale Elected Members Sharron Edwards Lynn Finch Jean Johnson Steve Morris Tim Rainford Peggy Ridge Peter Ridge (Verger & Sacristan) Ann Marie Ruddock Peter Ruddock Nicholas Saward Elaine Watts
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST WILFRID’S RIBCHESTER
Trustees’ Report
Church attendance
There were 91 parishioners on the Electoral Roll at the year-end.
PCC Review of the Year.
Tim Rainford Treasurer
Results for the Year
Again when the bequest from the Estate of Carol Milne is removed from these accounts the figure for the unrestricted funds indicates a modest gain of £4695, which when reduced by the loss on investments results in a gain of only £3186. This figure is of some comfort, but when it is considered alongside the use of the Jessica Lofthouse grant figure of £6220 for repairs should cause some concern.
Claire Davies PCC Secretary
PCC Review of the Year for the APCM 2026
Over the last year, the PCC has met on 10 occasions including immediately after the 2024 APCM when officers were elected for the coming year. Tim Rainford was elected as the PCC Treasurer, Claire Davies as the PCC Secretary and Ann-Marie Ruddock was elected as the Electoral Roll Officer.
At the APCM there had been 4 vacancies for the PCC. Tim Rainford and Peter Ridge had completed their terms of office but were prepared to stand again and were re elected. Lynn Finch and Peter Ruddock had been co opted in February 2024 but were formally elected to the PCC at the APCM.
Mary Marsden, Steve Morris, Sue Wildsmith and Alex Dugdale had all completed a further term as Churchwardens but were prepared to stand for a further 12 months. All four were duly elected. Steve Morris has now completed his 6 years as a warden and will stand down at this year’s APCM. Thanks to Steve for all his hard work as a warden which included being in position during covid.
Jean Hayes tendered her resignation from the PCC which was accepted at the January 2025 meeting. Thanks go to Jean for her contribution to the PCC during her time as a member.
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During 2024 Sharron Edwards agreed to take on the role of Health and Safety Officer, a position formally held by George Turner. Sharron was co opted onto the PCC in July 2024. She has since provided us with detailed monthly reports to complement the ongoing work of the Fabric Committee.
The work of the PCC is carried out by sub committees that report back on a monthly basis. It was brought to the PCC’s attention that the balcony rail by the organ needed to be raised. The height is to be raised to 1300mm by the installation of ironwork to be designed sympathetically for our Church. The project has been approved by the PCC with the faculty application having been prepared by Alex Dugdale with assistance from Alan Tomlinson.
The PCC is always exercised by the fact that we are responsible for two Grade 1 listed buildings and the cost of their maintenance. We were pleased to learn that Carol Milne a former warden of the Church had left £282,000 to the Church in her will. This is reflected in the accounts to be presented at the APCM 2025. No restrictions were placed on how the money could be spent but this PCC has repeatedly agreed and minuted the view that the money should be reserved for specific projects rather than be used to support the day to day running of the Church.
During this last year, the PCC have been asked to consider the appointment of a Parish Administrator. When Brian was inducted to the benefice, there were two administrators in place across the three Parishes. For some time now there hasn’t been anyone assisting with the administration in any paid capacity. It has taken time to determine the role of an administrator, to agree how payment should be divided between the Parishes and also to secure accommodation. In February, Pauline Howarth from Mitton agreed to take on the role voluntarily with the PCC agreement and this will be monitored.
The PCC were also please to appoint Sue Wildsmith as a Foundation Governor of the school to join Mike Kirby, Steve Morris, Jean Johnson and Alex Dugdale.
In October 2024 a letter was received from Bishop Philip asking the PCC to consider ‘where God is calling us next’ now that Vision 2026 is almost at an end. The expectation is that the PCC elected at the APCM will work on the preparation of a new vision statement for the Diocese. This will be in conjunction with the representatives from the Deanery Synod.
In conclusion, I should like to thank the wardens and the members of the PCC for their support during the past twelve months. Thanks also to those sitting on the subcommittees who work quietly behind the scenes to ensure the smooth running of our churches.
Claire Davies
18[th] April 2025
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| 7 SUPPORT COSTS | 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | ||
| Organists & Visiting priests | 5233 | 6203 | |
| Accountancy Audit | 0 | ||
| Professional fees | |||
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| 5233 | 6203 | ||
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| 8 WAGES & SALARIES | |||
| Wages & Salaries | 5233 | 6203 | |
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| 5233 | 6203 | ||
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| 9 FIXED ASSETS | |||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| Investments | £ | £ | |
| Market value at 1 January 2025 | 53974 | 52787 | |
| Disposal of investments | |||
| Net gain/loss on disposal | |||
| Net gain/loss on revaluation | -2112 | 1187 | |
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| Market value at 31 December 2025 | 51862 | 53974 | |
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| Represented by: | |||
| Church Investment fund shares | 50766 | 53881 | |
| C of E Fixed Interest Securities Fund | 96 | 93 | |
| Cash Investment | 1000 | 1000 | |
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| 51862 | 53974 | ||
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| Historical Cost | 8715 | 8715 | |
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| 10 STOCK | Total Funds | ||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Stock in bookstall | 300 | 300 | |
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| 11 DEBTORS | Total Funds | ||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Income tax recoverable | 2422 | ||
| BDBF Income due | |||
| Prepayments | 250 | 250 | |
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| 250 | 0 |
2672 | |
| LIABILITIES: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR | |||
| Total Funds | |||
| 12 CREDITORS | 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | ||
| Fees Payable | 3198 | 0 | |
| Donations Payable | |||
| Heating aiiow c/f | |||
| Other creditors | |||
| Accruals | |||
| Accountancy Fees | --------------------- |
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| 3198 | 0 | ||
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| CREDITORS Restricted | 0 | 0 | |
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| 13 FUND DETAILS Note10 | 2025 | 2024 | |
| The Restricted Funds comprise: | |||
| The Graveyard Funds | 10250 | 10629 | |
| The Stydd Fabric Fund | 12077 | 11859 | |
| The Youd St Wilfrid Fund | 6146 | 5880 | |
| The Ridge Bulb Fudd | 3573 | 3418 | |
| The Parish Heritage Fund | 11033 | 10659 | |
| JL Grant Stydd | 0 | 8017 | |
| JL Grant St Wilfrid | 5304 | 3507 | |
| Hall Committee | 6825 | 5428 | |
| Organ Fund | 6367 | 2857 | |
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| 61575 | 62254 |
Independent Examiner’s Report to the PCC of St Wilfrid’s, Ribchester
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31[st] December 2025
Respective responsibilities of the Trustees and Independent Examiner
The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act:
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the act and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charities Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the PCC and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such 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 set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner’s statement
In coaction with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the requirements of the 2022 Act have not been met; or
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(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
J.A.Tomlinson Dated this 16[th] day of March 2026
Cherry Yates, Stoneygate Lane, Ribchester, PR3 3YN