APCM 2024 Parish of Clutton With Cameley- Reports
Rector's Report 2023-24
Firstly, I would like to say how lovely it is to be a part of the church family here in Clutton,
Cameley, and Temple Cloud. These past few months have meant a lot of change and getting
used to new ways of doing things and you all have been so wonderfully tolerant of any
teething problems throughout and have made me feel very welcome here- thank you! In
the following section, you will find out where I think we as a church need to be heading over
the coming year. However, nothing is set in stone. I would love to hear from you all, as the
members of this church, your ideas and your passions and together work out how we might
be able to use them to grow God's kingdom here.
Looking forward
Our church has a long history rooted in this community. For generations, this church has
been a place of worship, fellowship, and service, with faithful believers coming together to
glorify God and minister to their neighbours. As we look to the future, I feel we are being
called to build upon this strong foundation, renewing our commitment to loving our village
and sharing the transformative message of the gospel.
At the heart of this vision is a focus on families and young people. We recognise that the
needs of our community are ever-evolving, and that to remain relevant and impactful, we
must intentionally engage the next generation. This means creating meaningful ministries
that speak to the real-life challenges facing parents, children, and youth.
The Bible presents a powerful image of the church community as a family: we are 'sons and
daughters, of God our Father (2 Cor. 6.18), adopted into God's family (Romans 8.15) and all
who do the will of God are brothers and sisters to Jesus (Mark 3.35). With this in mind, one
key initiative will be strengthening the relationships between the members of our churches
across the benefice through gathering together both socially and for spiritual growth.
A family is, by definition, a diverse group of people. Through relationships and the process
of growing up, families include a multitude of backgrounds and ages and so I hope that we
can grow the diversity of our church family by building up our Family Service ministry and
our ministry to the two schools in our area - Clutton, and Cameley. Through the family
service and other seasonal events targeted at families, it is my hope that we will equip
mothers, fathers, grandparents and carers to fulfil their God-given role as the primary
spiritual leaders in the home through an encounter with the love of Jesus and his church.
Our goal is for young and old and everyone in between to grow in their faith, build
meaningful relationships with those already in the church, and discover their unique gifts
and callings so they might be empowered to be bold witnesses for Christ.

Alongside these family-focused efforts, l also hope we can deepen our engagement with the
broader community. This will involve continuing to support the loc.al events and activities
that we are already involved in (such as the community larder and monthly meals) whilst
also listening to our wider community about what they need in this ever-changing world and
put things in place so that we as a church can support them.
At the same time as all of this, we are committed to preserving the rich history and
traditions that have defined this church for decades. The timeless truths of Scripture and the
cherished spiritual disciplines of our faith will remain the foundation upon which all our new
initiatives are built. I recognise that change can be difficult, and so we will approach this
process with sensitivity, inviting the PCC and congregation to participate actively in
discerning the path forward.
Ultimately, our hope is that as we labour to love our village in tangible ways, the light of
Christ will shine ever brighter, drawing people of all ages and backgrounds into a life-giving
relationship with Him. May this church continue to be a beacon of hope, a fortress of faith, and
a gateway to the abundant life promised in the gospel.
St. Barnabas Churchwarden's report 2024
With the uncertainty of the Church following the Rectory sale, all repairs at St Barnabas
have remained on hold for the past year until the future of St Barnabas is determined.
Following the sale boards going up for the rettory, our hall bookings gradually all left with
the uncertainty of the parking. Much of the time was dominated by ensuring that the
building is in a fit state to remain open. The Churchwarden is kept busy by keeping various
registers and log books up to date and laterally with all the meetings we have had with the
Diocese regarding the Rectory sale.
Margaret and myself continued to see and action the paperwork for Weddings and
Funerals. We continue to have services on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month.
Thank you to everyone who works up front or behind the scenes doing all the many jobs
that are needed to keep us going. Despite our current problems the Parish is still active.
We keep everyone informed of Deanery Synod matters, we have an active Events
committee, Pastoral Committee along with a Building Group.
The terrier has been completed for St Barnabas by myself and Brian Bailey.
Lynda Hooper April 2024
St Augustine Churchwarden's report 2024
As I recall and reflect on this last year in the life of our church of St Augustine's Clutton, I
must say how humbled I feel to be a part of this amazing community family and to be
honoured by being your church Warden.

This last year has been incredibly special with our congregation growing and coming
together for the common good in both spiritual ways and creating a deep sense of
belonging to our church. Everyone just mucks in and helps make all our services and time
together a pleasure.
I must mention the enormous amount of work effort and dedication given so freely by Rose,
Lynda, Gill, Jan and Al and of course Roger without which we would be unable to manage as
well as we do. The last year we started in the interregnum with retired priests and I would
particularly like to thank Victor Barley, Trevor Stubbs,Derek Smith Andrew Cooper and of
course our amazing worship group.
In the later part of this year we have been blessed with our new priest Guy who has been
extremely well received and accepted. I feel a special mention to Jan for taking on the
monthly lunches, for all the help and support from her team of helpers, a huge thank you.
Particularly as it worked as an outreach, being regularly attended by non-church members,
but integrating so well. A special mention for Lorna who we continue to keep in our prayers
and thoughts and wish her a return to full health.
Finally, an absolute huge thank you to one and each of you for the enormous support I have
received in this last year. With my very best wishes and prayers. Brian.
St James, Cameley
We have managed our six services this last year thanks to Preb. Jan Knott who has been
amazing and very supportive. We had the Farmborough choir sing at St James Day service
and welcomed a new organist/pianist to play at our services. We look forward to our
services with Guy for the forthcoming year.
We had a wedding, always a joyous occasion, especially as it was the Harris family of
Cameley Lodge, who have done so much for the church and its upkeep over the years. It
was wonderful to see the church at its best: full and happy.
As we move into the coming year'The Friends of Cameley, are starting, yet again, the fund
raising for the conservation of the Mediaeval wall paintings. This time, we will not get
distracted and already we have appointed a conservator to carry out the necessary works.
The friends have also helped to pay with the continuing upkeep of the fabric of the church
and have dealt with a rather ancient electrical system !
The graveyard continues to be under the care of the PCC with the grass mown by Al Parkes.
The friends have had work times to keep the ivy under control from the walls and the
trees, helping and monitor the fabulous wild life and plants that thrive in the ancient setting.
Safeguarding Report for Clutton with Cameley Churches
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The Parish continues to follow the guidance set
down in the Parish Safeguarding Handbook. It was expected that all church Volunteers/PCC
Members/Tustees etc, whatever their role, would complete DBS training, Parts l and 2. This
has to be completed every 3 years. This has been actioned successfully.

There have been no incidents or reports which have had to be investigated or referred on to
appropriate people within child protection over the last year.
Lynda Hooper and Brian Bailey
(Child protection and Safeguarding Representatives)
PCC chair report
The parish has spent the whole of 2023-24 in vacancy but have benefrtted greatly by the
input and assistance given by Revd. Guy. Despite not yet being formally installed, Revd. Guy
has led our services, attended PCC meetings and social events, for which we are very
grateful. We hope that Guy will be formally installed by the end of the year. Guy will remain
living in Farmborough and The Rectory in Temple Cloud is being sold. Unfortunately this has
meant the loss of parking at St Barnabas Church and the impact of that remains to be seen.
Key to Guy joining us, has been the decision of the Deanery Synod to dissolve the Benefice
of Clutton with Cameley, Bishop Sutton and Stowey, and to join our parish to the existing
Benefice of Farmborough, Marksbury and Stanton Prior. The dissolution of our original
benefice has not yet taken place legally, but the wheels are turning, albeit slowly!
I would like to thank the PCC for their unfailing support over these turbulent times. Special
thanks go to our Churchwardens- Lynda & Brian, our Treasurer Roger and our Secretary
Lorna, who carry out a myriad of tasks unseen to most. I must also mention the worship
group who, together with Emily, have enhanced the music, made our services truly
welcoming and planted the seeds of all age worship. Finally I would like to thank the
congregation for their support and ensuring our visiting priests have enjoyed their visits to
us. What a lovely group of people you are! Whilst l am standing down from the PCC after
this APCM, I have no doubt the new members of the PCC and wardens, together with Guy,
will lead the parish to great things. Rose Mays
Secretarfs Report
There has been a full complement of PCC members this year and PCC meetings have taken
place every two months, formal minutes have been taken at each meeting. The various sub-
committees have also met regularly, reporting back to the PCC and requesting PCC decisions
as appropriate. All correspondence has been forwarded promptly to the Churchwardens or
Treasurer, or discussed at PCC. Thank you to everyone who helps keep our parish a thriving
and welcoming community. Rose Mays (on behalf of Lorna Boyd).
Events Committee
Events held- stall at the Coronation Fun Day, stall at Temple Cloud Fun Day, stall at Clutton
Flower Show, Carol Service, Centenary Coffee Morning and a Quiz Night. These events raised
over £IOOO for church funds and I thank our small and dedicated group. Special thanks must
also go to Jan and Brian Bally for the wonderful community lunches that were served
throughout the year and will recommence in May in the new venue, Clutton Village Hall. Not
only did they raise an amazing amount of money, but they gave friendship and

companionship to all who attended. Serving a 3 course Christmas dinner to 40 people from
the tiny kitchen in St Barnabas was truly heroic. Rose Mays
Building Committee
The building committee met regularly and solved many minor issues in both churches. There
was no significant spend, as the committee was waiting for the outcome of the sale of The
Rectory and the impact on St Barnabas. However, urgent electrical work was carried out in St
Augustine's, the Fire Extinguishers were serviced and PAT Testing was carried out in both
churches. St Augustine's Church had its quinquennial inspection performed and we still
await the report from the architetts. We do not expett anything shocking, as the architect
seemed pleased with the condition of the building. We also met with our insurers who were
also delighted with the care given to the upkeep of St Augustine's. Thanks go to our wardens
and Treasurer for their work. Rose Mays
200 club
The numbers in the club have remained steady, around 100. This has raised approximately
£3200 for church funds this year. Rose Mays
Bellringers Report
With a much diminished band of 3 local bellringers, regular service ringing has ceased since
the covid lock down. Fortunately however, we have 3 new learners, Jon, Andy and Mary,
who with the help of colleagues from other towers, have allowed us to instrutt and practice
on Wednesday evenings. As a result, we were able to ring as a Clutton band for the first
time forthe Easter morning service, and hope now to continue, when numbers allow. The
bells and ropes continue to remain in good order, with frame tightening being carried out
when required. We retain monies earned from weddings and visiting bands to pay for
general maintenance. We were very lucky to receive help last May from 4 very experienced
local ringers to join Clutton ringers Lorna and Pete, to ring a full peal of the bells to
commemorate the crowning of T.M. King Charles and Queen Camilla on the coronation
weekend, one of a very few towers in the area to complete a full peal. We were also able to
involve our learners at the time to ring on the coronation day. Pete Rngprc Tni.,-.

PARISH OF CLurroN WITH CAMELEY
Charity Number 1135065
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES- for the year ended 31st December 2024
2023
Receipts And Payments A/C
Restricted
& Designated
2024
Total
Receipts
Voluntary Receipts
Planned Giving
Collections
Income Tax Refunds
Unrestricted
9134
4040
2201
15375
10098.00
2851.84
3219.21
16169.05
10098.00
3081.14
3281.58
16460.72
229.30
62.37
291.67,
Other Voluntary Receipts
Donations
Roof & Loo Appeal alc
T/Cld & Cameley PC re St J Grass
Clutton PC re Carols
BWDBF re sale of car park
Larder
Flower Show £196.84, Quiz £635.78
Jan's Lunches £1799.16, C'mas Tree Fest'l £80
Concert £266.29, Light Party £85.01
Photo Exhibition £197.91
Harvest Lch £167.70, Cholwell Fair £121.48
38591
7592,
500
2001
4009.43
4009.43
9892.50
Grants
200.00
Sale
25000.00
1370
3054,, Events
0.00
3260.99
289.18
35181.68
289.18
42652.10
16575
7470.42
Receipts From Investments & Trusts
Interest
Rent- PCC Share Of Grass Keep
Wayleaves
Endowt Investment Income
265
3451
12
2951
3573
357.08 |
50.32
353.34
12.51
2981.35.
3397.52
407.40
353.34
12.51
2981.35
3754.60,
357.08
Receipts From Church Activities & Other Sources
Hire Of Hall
Wedding/Funeral Fees Etc
less Diocesan Share
Verger Fees
less paid
Shared Expenses
Sundry Income
384
4140
-1180
250
-150
111
45
3600
14.00
14.00
4008.00
-961.00
210.00
-135.00
3047.00
3047.00
75.00
29.35
0.00
3165.35,
75.00
29.35
3165.35
39123,
Total Receipts
27161.90
38870.87
66032.77
Payments
Royal British Legion
Change Ringers £20, Frds Som Chches £25
Julia's House & Water Aid
Cholwell House Fayre
229.30
401
45.001
167.70
121.48,
518.48,
277
45.00
563.48
On Activities Directly Relating To The Work Of The Church
Diocesan Quota
Church Running Expenses
Clergy Expenses
' less recoveries
Phone & Broadband
i less refund
Cost Of Services/Ceremonies
Organs & Pianos
Honoraria/Courses/Hospitality
Bank Charges & Tfr to Roof a/c
Building Maintenance
Churchyard mtnan￿ & Repair
Roof/Loorrower a/c
Larder
Website
18947
4522
1062,
-5761
21855.00
4707.49
265.35
416.50
225.04
-52.51
-151.15
172.53
415.74
70.00
66.00
466
151
3521.00
389.15
2969.85 i
17431.54
107.34
1451
2712,
6787
913
129
35707,
138.93
27274.54
24418.881
51693.42
Church Mgt & Administration
Postages, Printing & Stationery
Fundraising Expenses
194.29
1334.72
1529.01
1477
1483
0.00
1529.01
163 ,' Assets Purchased
223.87
0.00 I
223.87
37630
Total Pa
ments
29072.42
24937.36
54009.78
1493, Deficiusurplus for the year
-1910.52
13933.51
12022.99

Flestricted & Designated Receipts and Payments Analysis
Year 2024
Endowm't
Martin
Mem Fd
lestricted
Living
C'yard
St Aug
C'yard
Designated
Camele
C'yard
Endow't Welcome. RooflLooi Adminstrti
Income
Leaflets i Tower alc
Larder ' Others
Total ,St Barnabas
Bldg Fd
3als BIFwd
0.00
514.90
0.00
8422.85
32.79
15658.90
1866.00 457.16
573.00 5805.12
33330.72
BWDBF
C'Park Sale
25,000
leceipts
oof Appeal~Main alc
Roof a/c
r/c & Cameley PC
lutton PCC re Carol Svce
-arder
CLA Interest
nvestment Income
Jrass Keep & Wayleave
loyal British Legion
holwell Fayre
4arvest Lunch
62.37
9892.50
62.37
9892.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
50.32
2981.35
365.85
229.30
229.30
121.48
121.48
167.70
167.70
1091.48 5805.12 47201.59
0.00
50.32
2981.35
365.85
514.90
0.00
0.00 11820.37
32.79 25613.77
1866.00 457.16
25 000
72201.59
ayments
Jrass Cutting St A
Jrass Cutting St J
-arder
lepair/Mntnance-Pd by PCC
CLA tfr to Roof alc
3ank Charges
loof/Loo/Tower Fund
IBL/Cholwell/Harvest
2409.85
560.00
2409.85
560.00
107.34
389.15
3500.00
21.00
17431.54
518.48
107.34
72.35
3500.00
21.00
316.80
17431.54
518.48
0.00
0.00
0.00
6563.20
0.00
17748.34
0.00 107.34 518.48
0.00 24937.36,
lals CIFwd
514.90
0.00
0.00
5257.171
32.79
7865.43
1866.00 349.82
see note 1
573.00 5805.12
22264.23
25,000 47264.23
emo-
Paten Change
,Organ Fund
3.00
570.00
Jote 1
Kdminstrator
Jrant Rec'd
Jsed 201712
£3,411.00
-2 063.81
£1 347.19,Owin
NB the balance of £518.81 consists of £56.81 due to the PCC for 1212017 salary
and £462 which was donated mainly by Chris Knight to pay a future Administrator
eneral funds were not available.
to Bath & Wells

Statement Of Assets & Liabilities
31st December 2024
Total Funds
Endowment Designated Fd
Funds
reStB
General
Fund
Restricted
Funds
2023
Monetary Assets
37,384 Bank alc's
Cheque & Deposit a/c's
2024
2,142.94
16,459.11
5,805.12
25,000.00 49,407.17
37 384
2 142.94
16 459.11
5 805.12
25 000.00 49 407.17
Report to the trustees of Clutton with Cameley Parochial Church Council on accounts for the year ended 31st December 2024,
charity number 1135065 set out on pages 1- 3.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this
year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to .
- examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
- to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's statement
My examination was carried out in accordan￿ with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the
accounting records kept by the charity 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 the trustees Con￿rning any such matters
The prO￿dureS undertaken do not provide all the eviden￿ that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to
whether the accounts present a 'true and fairf view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's ststement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention;
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements;
- to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Chaities Act;
- to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting
requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed
Alan Lundberg, 8 Maypole Close, Clutton, BS39 5PP
Memo - analysis of RooflLoo Account Receipts and Payments
Receipts
Covenants
200 Club
Donation
Interest
Tfr from Endow Fd
Expenditure
200 Club Prizes
300.00
5965.00
60
67.50
3500.00
9892.50
2800.00
St.B Boiler Service
St.A & St. B Light & Heat Fittings
St.A Tower Repair & Survey
St.A Quinquennial
St A Porch Repairs
St.A Gates & Railings
St.A Asbestos Architect Fee
Survey Fee
Removal
Electrics
Vestry Repairs
St.A Rewiring Project
Architect Fee
Share of 200 Club To PCC
102.00
449.29
444.00
1057.25
936.00
41.58
Gift Aid (PCC alc)
62.37
9954.87
283.50
575.40
7581.60
1352.46
89.30
9882.26
104.16
104.16
1615.00
17431.54
PCC alc
St.A & St. B Lightning Tests
St.A & St. B Fire Extinguisher Servic
132.00
184.80
316.80
17748.34

Statement Of Assets & Liabilities
31st December 2024
Total Funds
Endowment Designated Fd
Funds
reStB
General
Fund
Restricted
Funds
2023
2024
Monetary Assets
37,384 Bank alc's
Cheque & Deposit alc's
2,142.94
16,459.11
5,805.12
25,000.00 49,407.17
37 384
2 142.94
16459.11
5 805.12
25 000.00 49 407.17
Report to the trustees of Clutton with Cameley Parochial Church Council on accounts for the year ended 31st December 2024,
charity number 1135065 set out on pages 1- 3.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this
year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to .
examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the
accounting records kept by the charity 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 the 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 connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention;
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements"
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Chaities Act;
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting
requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention s
ould be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed
Alan Lundberg, 8 Maypole Close, Clutton, BS39 5PP
Memo - analysis of RooflLoo Account Receipts and Payments
Receipts
Expenditure
Covenants
200 Club Prizes
200 Club
St.B Boiler Service
Donation
St.A & St. B Light & Heat Fittings
I nterest
St.A Tower Repair & Survey
Tfr from Endow Fc
St.A Quinquennial
St A Porch Repairs
St.A Gates & Railings
St.A Asbestos Architect Fee
Survey Fee
Removal
Electrics
Vestry Repairs
St.A Rewiring Project
Architect Fee
Share of 200 Club To PCC
300.00
5965.00
60
67.50
3500.00
9892.50
2800.00
102.00
449.29
444.00
1057.25
936.00
41.58
Gift Aid (PCC alc)
62.37
9954.87
283.50
575.40
7581.60
1352.46
89.30
9882.26
104.16
104.16
1615.00
17431.54
PCC alc
St.A & St. B Lightning Tests
St.A & St. B Fire Extinguisher Servic
132.00
184.80
316.80
17748.34
Accounts prepared by Roger Snary
PCC Trea
rer&
Accounts Accepted by Guy Martin-scott
Rector & Chairrrrustee of the PCC 18th May 2025