CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of Sisters of the Blessed Virgin Mary Trust On accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024 Charity no lif any) 1150264 Set out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ("the Trust") for the year ended 31 / I1p4. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act"). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent 's gross income exceeded £250,000 examiner's statement undertake the ex led member of linsert name of odyl]. Delete [ l i no I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that disclosed below ') which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act., or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records., or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply. Signed: Date: . 202£ Name: Terence Brown Relevant professional qualification(s) or body Retired Bank Manager IER Oct 2018
{if any): Address: 15 Boathouse Field, Lichfield, WS13 6ND Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners). Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose. IER Oct 2018
SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST Profit and Loss Report 01 January. 2024 - 31 Dec6mber, 2024 Sales 4000 - Other income 12,530.23 4900 - Donations 31,052.00 4901 Donations - Gift Aided 9,019.00 4903- Pensions 42,997.99 4906 - Bank interest received 12,176.12 4907- Refunds 2,228.68 Total Sales £110,004.02 Dlrecl Expenses 5000 - Cost of Sales - Goods 2.00 5100- Food 9,664.94 5200- Removal Expenses 6,415.00 5500 - Insurance 240.49 5600 - N. l. Contributions 110.40 5700 - Maintenance (Roulinel 3,217.54 6500 - Household 6.068.07 6600- Chapel 909.44 6700- Garden 540.23 6800 - Library 327.98 6900 - Medical 587.56 7100- Rent 12,409.68 7102 - Oplician 223.80 7110- Walerlsewerage 1,943.90 7200 - Electricity 4.118.39 05 Jun 2025 14..11 Page1 of2
7210- Gas 11.371.02 7301 Fuel (Oil) 1.798.96 7305 - Funeral Expenses 4,620.50 7400 - Travel 1,791.23 7500 - Printing 370.73 7510 - Postage 460.40 7520 - Stationery 502.22 7530 - Telephonellnlernel 1,990.15 7550 - Computers & Software 227.29 7560 - Mobile Charges 1,081.42 7600 - Legal Fees 15.400.32 7800- RepaSrs 1,485.93 8200 - Other General Expenses 662.00 8210 - Subscripllons 2,179.80 8220 - Clothing 241.86 8230 - Tralnlng Costs 10.00 8300 - Sisters Personal Needs 370.78 Total Dlrect Expensos £91,344.03 GROSS PROFIT I LOSS £18,659.99 Overhead9 Total Overheads £0.00 NET PROFIT I LOSS £18,659.99 05 Jun 2025 14..11 P8yE2012
SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST Balance Sheet Report To.. 31 D&¢8mb&r, 2024 ASSETS Flxed Assets Total Flxed Assets £0.00 Current Assets 1200 - Nat W8sI Current Account 22,120.62 1210- Petty Cash 2,298.78 1230 - Nal Wesl R6s&rve Account 393,411.88 1240 - Lloyds Curr8nl Account 18,707.22 1250- LLoyds Reserve Account 215,939.74 1260- Barclays Current Account 3.629.03 1270- Barclays Reserve Account 266.399.25 1280 - Nal Wesl Currenl Iselecll Account 740.12 Total Curront Assets £923,246.64 TOTAL ASSETS £923,246.64 LIABILITIES Currnnt Llabllltlfr$ Total Current Llabllltles £0.00 Future Llabllltles Total Future Llabllltle$ £0.00 05 Jun 2025 14..13 Page l of2
TOTAL LIABILITIES £0.00 TOTAL NET ASSETS £923,246.64 EQUITY Nel Profil l Loss 923,246.64 Net Profjl / Loss (prioryearfs)) 904,586.65 Net PrAt / Loss (current ye8r) 18,659.99 TOTAL EQUITY £923,246.64 05 Jun 2025 14.13 Page2012
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 1 January 2024 Period start date To 31 December 2024 Period end date Charity name: SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST Charity registration number: 1150264 Objectives and Activities SORP referenee Para 1.17 Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document For such charitable purposes for the publlc benefit a8 shall advance the religious and othgr charitable work of the Society as the trustees wlth the approval of the Superior shall from time to time think fit. Having regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit, the tru8tees have advanced the religious and other charitable works which include: worship and prayer, artistic work, mlnlstry to visitors, Individual spiritual accompaniment, general pastoral minlstry, retreat work, websltè mlnlstry. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.17and 1.19 Para 1.18 The trustees confirm that they have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance SORP reference The charity has for the benefit of the public provided guest and retreat facilities where those who have come have enjoyed space. spiritual reflection, and spirltual accompaniment from the sisters. Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity's work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. Para 1.20 The charity has provided a daily Mass open to the public. The sisters have welcomed guests who have joined them in Chapel for the Daily Divine Office (five services a day). No charges are made for any of the ser¥i¢e8 and anyone is welcome to participate. Vlsltors to the sisters. webslte have sent requests for prayer which have been offered a8 part of the intercèssions at the daily Mass and sisters have prayed individually for those requesting prayors. Via the charity'8 web8lte the sistsrs have offored the public short meditations online. The sisters have carried out general pastoral work for the benefit of the public. The value and effects of the slsters, prayer and worship cannot be measured but the charlty, beneflclaries stste that all the above facllities contribute greatly to their sense of well-being and positive spiritual development. Additional Information (optional} You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set Para 1.41 Investment performance against objectives Para 1.41 Other
Financial Review Review of the charity's financial position at the end of the period Pafa 1.21 The financial position of the charity is subject to review on at least an annual basis. The trustees are satisfied that there are sufficient funds available to support the charity continuing as going concern. The trustees do not anticipate any change to the charity or its activities over the next 2 to 5 years. The trustees have revlewed the charity's reserves and income against its immediate and foreseeable needs and are satisfied that reserves are not excessive. The trustees need to provide for the cost of the care and welfare of sick and elderly sisters in their old age, including those requiring residential care homes. The charity has a Commitment to look after such members until death. £875,000 Not applicable Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held Para 1.22 Amount of reserves held Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund materially in deficit Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern Para 1.22 Para 1.22 Para 1.24 Not applicable Para 1.23 Not applicable Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. The charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.47 Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted Pafa 1.46 A description of the principal risks facing the charity Para 1.48 Other
Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity's trusts.. Type of governing document Para 1.25 Trust Deed dated 14 December 2012 How is the charity constituted? , e.g unincorpora Para 1.25 Unincorporated association Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees Para 1,25 Appointed by the Superior of the Slsters of the 81essed Virgin Mary Additional information (optional) You ma hoose to include further statements where relevant about.. Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees Para 1,51 The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works Para 1.51 Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Other Reference and Administrative details Charit name Other name the charit uses istered charit number Charity's principal address SISTERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY TRUST None 1150264 Aston Hall, Church Lane, Aston-By-Stone, Staffordshire ST15 OBJ
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Dates acted if not for whole ear Trustee name Office (if any) Name of person lor body) entitled toa oint trustee if an Winsome A. Durranl WINSOME ANGELA DURRANT Reverend Mother and Chair BARBARA CLAIRE KELLY Winsome A. Durrant CAROLYNE PRESTON Winsome A. Durrant 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Cor orate trustees - names of the directors at the date the re Director name ortwasa roved Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity Trustee namo Dates acted if not for whole ear
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity's objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity s own assets Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of Name Address adviser Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional inforniation Exemptions from disclosure Reason for non-disclosure of ke ersonnel details Other o tional information
Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signature{s) W. A.JknK4- WINSOME ANGEL4 DURRANT Full name{s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) CHAIR Date