Trustees. Annual Report for the period
Period start date
Period end date
y&gr
From
ofj
To .1
Section A
Reference and administration details
Charlty name
Uphill Village Society
Other narnes charlty is known by
uvs
Registered charity number (If any)
Charity's principal address
16 Old Church Rd
Uphill
Weston super Mare
Postcode
8S23 4UH
Names of the charlty trustees who manage the charlty
Date8 acted if not for wholo
ear
Trustee name
Office lif any)
Name of parson (or body) entltled
Int truste8
Ifan
Rebecca Cardwell
stewart Castle
Jacqui Cuthbert
Carole Fisher
Carol Hartley
Marie Keele
Chair
Alan Kuht
Treasurer
Justine Kuht
Leigh Morris
Secretary
10
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
Name
Dates acted if not for whole
ear
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March 2012

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional informatlon)
e of adviser
Name
Address
Name of chlef executive or names of senior staff members (Optlonal Informatlon)
Section B
Structure,
overnance and mana
ement
Descrlptlon of the charity's trusts
Type of governing document
Constitution
How the charity is constituted
Association
Trustee selection methods
Elected by General Meeting and thereafter during a year by Trustees.
Additlonal governance Issues (Optlonal Informatlon)
Selected Trustees of the charity provide a management committee for the
Uphill Village Victory Hall for which a set of management policies exist as
follows:
Child Protection and safeguarding
Complaints
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Fire safety
Health and safety
Kitchen safety
Noise management
Risk assessment
You may choose to include
additional information, where
relevant, about:
policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees.
the charity's organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the charity
works,.
relationship with any related
parties;
trustees, consideration of
major risks and the system
and procedures to manage
them.
TAR
March 2012

Section C"
Ob"ectives and activities
(a) To promote high standards of planning and architecture in or affecting
the area of benefit;
(b) To educate the public in the geography, history, natural history and
architecture of the area of benefit"
(c) To secure the preservation, protection, development and
improvement of features of historic or public interest in the area of
benefit.
(d) To promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of Uphill and the
surrounding area the provision of facilities for recreation or other leisure
time occupation for the public at large in the interests of social welfare
and with the object of improving the condition of life of the said
inhabitants.
Summary ofthe objects of the
charlty set out In its
governing document
(e) To promote for the benefit of the public, the efficiency of the poli￿ in
Uphill and to promote good cltizenship and greater public participation in
the prevention and solution of crime in the area;
(fj To maintain, improve, provide, or assist in the provision of public
amenities for the public benefit in Uphill and the surrounding area;
(g) The promotlon of the voluntary sector for the beneflt of the publlc by
the provision of support, including administrative and fundraising support,
to local voluntary sector organisations.
TAR
March 2012

(a) UVS committee have scwtinised planning applications in the area
and raised observations when relevant. Building work and use of
premises have been monitored and, when regulations are being
contravened, the relevant authorities have been notified with refe￿nce to
Conservation areas and sites of SSI.
(b) UVS magazine has been published three times this year and has
included articles on local history and the natural history of the area. UVS
supports the publication of books, pamphlets, and information leaflets
about the area and history, all available at local outlets.
(G) UVS has funded a grounds maintenance programme to cover areas
of the village not currently maintained by the council. Volunteers from
UVS have carried out repair and maintenance tasks within the area.
Summary of the main
activities undertaken for the
public benefit in relation to
these objects (Include wlthln
thls section the statutory
declaration that trustees have
had regard to the guldance
issued by the Charlty
Commission on public
beneflt)
(d) Reports of abandoned vehicles have been sent to the police. The
UVS supports the village Neighbourhood Watch group and has
supported the dissemination of NHW news. The UVS committee has
worked with North Somerset Community Response Department to
reduce the incidences of dog fouling in the area. Awareness stickers
have been in¢￿ased and regular patrols are being undertaken. Members
are assisting the process by providing details of hotspots to the relevant
department.
(e) Local voluntary organisations including, The Scouts, Uphill Castle
Cricket Club and Neighbourhood Watch are promoted through the UVS
magazine 'Uphill Views,. See also (d) above.
(f) The Victory Hall Committee, made up of selected UVS Trustees, are
responsible for the management and maintenance of the Victory Hall in
Uphill. Sae also section 8 above
At all times the Trustees declare that they have had regard to the
uidance issued b the Charit Commission on
ublic benefit.
Additional details of objoctlves and activities (Optional informatlon)
Much of Uphill Village Society's work could not take place without the
support of dedicated volunteers. In particular:
The team of volunteers who plant and nurture the floral
enhancements which can be seen throughout the village.
Those who have turned out to clear litter.
The volunteers who inspect the defibrillators located in the village
on a weekly basis to ensure that they are in good working order.
Individuals who have organised the events throughout the year.
Contributors and editor and deputy editor of 'Uphill Views,
The team who manages the Facebook page which makes
residents aware of local events, public services information. The
team also answer questions raised on the platform.
Regular Trustee meetings are held, and all policies and
procedures are regularly reviewed along with all relevant
guidance from the Charity Commission. this being particularly
relevant during this initial period in the Charities life.
Regular meetings with police regarding issues effecting the village
including anti-social behaviour and traffic.
Collaboration with other village groups in particular Uphill Village
Academy. Westhaven School Academy and Weston Hospice
supporting their role within village.
You may choose to include
further statements. where
relevant, about:
policy on grant making.
policy programme related
investment.
contribution made by
volunteers.
TAR
March 2012

Section D
Achievements and performance
Summary of the main
achievements of the charity
during the year
The Charities magazine for the village continues to support the
objects with articles related to the history, geography and natural
history of the area and promotion of local voluntary organisations.
The Beacon situated overlooking the village as part of the national
chain has been lit for 80 anniversary of Victory in Europe and for
the New Year.
Our group of voluntoers kept the tlower plantors around the
village maintained resulting in magnificent displays throughout the
spring and summer.
The village environment was improved during the local 'litter pick,
The Annual Village Show. Village fete and Charity Duck Race,
Scarecrow Festival.
Weekly Pop-up Caf8
Monthly Village Market
Easter Trail supporting Weston HOspi￿care (situated in village)
TAR
Ma￿h 2012

Section E
Financial review
Brief statement of the
charlty's policy on reservos
There is to be a contingency reserve of £20,000 calculated against the
maintenance needs of the Uphill Village Victory Hall.
D8taSls of any funds materlally
in deflclt
None
Furthar financlal review details (Optional information)
You may chooso to includa
additional information, where
relevant about:
the charity's principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising),.
how expenditure has
supported the key objectives
of the Gharity.
investment policy and
objectives including any
ethical investment policy
adopted.
The principal source of funds continues to be subscriptions and hall
bookings.
Expenditure has continued to enhan￿ and maintain the village
environment and the village hall.
Section F
Other optional information
Section G
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above.
Signed on behalf of the charlty's trustees
Slgnature(s)
Full name(s)
Position (eg Secretary, Chair,
etc)
Mr Alan Paul Kuht
Mr
eigh Barry Morris
Treasurer
Secretary
Date
13104126
TAR
March 2012

CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Uphill Village Society
1158179
Receipts and payments accounts
CC16a
For the period
from
To
0110112025
3111212025
Soctiun A Receipts payments
Unrest*lcled funds
Restrlcled funds
Endowm&nt funds
Total funds
Last year
to the ne&r¥•¢ £
to the nvarest
to th• D￿reste
to the neare8t£
to the nearest£
A1 RoceS
Ad¥&rt￿lnQ
Donallons and Grnnts
Events
Irrterest
1.373
80
19.324
573
1,373
80
19.324
673
940
1.610
21,811
398
M8mb8r8hlp
Misc
0,628
1,078
1,466
29,J12
8.7Ql
5.026
1,078
1AOB
29.312
3.874
167
Publlcellons
VH Lettlnp
873
26,602
ross Incomo
A2 Amet and In￿SIMent ￿108. ls••tabte).
Tolalr•cglpts
08,701
Al PayThnts
Donatlon5 and GrBnl8
Events
121
11,472
221
11,472
14.130
H8dlage Lottary FuTrJ
Insuranre
PubllcatkJns
1A03
4,221
1,607
3.813
9,289
1,403
4,221
1.607
3,813
9,289
S,446
2.671
2.324
1,384
3,0
2A76
8,872
18,414
8,641
Sundrlea
H Cl*nlng
VH ExponseB
Ilaga Maintenance
ut11￿188
Web Semr
2,871
2.324
Sub tot
A4 Ass•t and Inv•8lm•nt purch•Ms.
tabl?
Sub tot81
Tot8lp•YM￿l8
42.467
A6 Transfers bEtween funds
A6 Caih thnd# last year end
Cash ftuJd8 IIM8ywend
5.504
CCX)( R1 accounts (SS)
10104r2026

Section B Statetnent of assets and liabilities at the end of the perrod
UrtrrÈstricted funds
to nEarest £
RestTiCted funds
to nearest £
Endowment runds
lo nearest£
Bq Cash funds
UVS Current Account
10.667
Vk¢tory Hall Account
26.959
Deposit Accounts ((Mj48￿ & 22252984LSI
34A22
Petty Cash
Tolalea3h fund
n,038
(agree balarKe8 ￿1th receipts and psyments
a¢￿UntI$ll
Unrestrlcted funds
Restrkted ￿n￿8
Endornt lunds
to ntaM#t £
to rwarest £
to neare•t £
BZ Other bTh)net•ry a8uts
Fur￿ to whlch asyet
belon
Cost loptlonaD
urrent valu•
tbonal
BJ Inv•fytsment as4ts
Fund to whlch asi•t
belon
Cost loptlon&ll
Current valu•
lonal
84 A•••t• r•tslntd lorth• charlty'• own ui•
Okj as6et•
Fund to whlch
Ibobllity rolat88
Amtxbnt due
tlonal
When due loptlonall
Liabilities
gned w ono orNoinMoos on Mnaif oi ali ino
tru8tee8
Print Na
Date of apwov
4￿(2
L .(5. mO(￿¥r
CCXK R2 accounts (SS)

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
Uphill Village Society
On accounts for the year
ended
31" December 2025
Charity no
lif any)
1158179
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 3111212025
ResponslbllStles and As the charity trustees of the Trust, YOU are responsible for the preparalion
basis of report 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 the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under section 145(5){b) of the Act.
I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters have
come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me
Cause lo believe that in, any material respect..
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of
the Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
Independent
examiner's statement
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection
with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a
proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Slgned:
Date:
11 t¥
Narne:
Tom Burgess
Relovant professlonal
qualification{s) or body
(If any):
Chartered Accountant
Address:
27 Ellesmere Road
Uphill
Weston-super-mare. BS23.4UT
IER
April 2026

CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Uphill Village Society
1158179
Receipts and payments accounts
CC16a
For the period
from
To
0110112025
3111212025
Soctiun A Receipts payments
Unrest*lcled funds
Restrlcled funds
Endowm&nt funds
Total funds
Last year
to the ne&r¥•¢ £
to the nvarest
to th• D￿reste
to the neare8t£
to the nearest£
A1 RoceS
Ad¥&rt￿lnQ
Donallons and Grnnts
Events
Irrterest
1.373
80
19.324
573
1,373
80
19.324
673
940
1.610
21,811
398
M8mb8r8hlp
Misc
0,628
1,078
1,466
29,J12
8.7Ql
5.026
1,078
1AOB
29.312
3.874
167
Publlcellons
VH Lettlnp
873
26,602
ross Incomo
A2 Amet and In￿SIMent ￿108. ls••tabte).
Tolalr•cglpts
08,701
Al PayThnts
Donatlon5 and GrBnl8
Events
121
11,472
221
11,472
14.130
H8dlage Lottary FuTrJ
Insuranre
PubllcatkJns
1A03
4,221
1,607
3.813
9,289
1,403
4,221
1.607
3,813
9,289
S,446
2.671
2.324
1,384
3,0
2A76
8,872
18,414
8,641
Sundrlea
H Cl*nlng
VH ExponseB
Ilaga Maintenance
ut11￿188
Web Semr
2,871
2.324
Sub tot
A4 Ass•t and Inv•8lm•nt purch•Ms.
tabl?
Sub tot81
Tot8lp•YM￿l8
42.467
A6 Transfers bEtween funds
A6 Caih thnd# last year end
Cash ftuJd8 IIM8ywend
5.504
CCX)( R1 accounts (SS)
10104r2026

Section B Statetnent of assets and liabilities at the end of the perrod
UrtrrÈstricted funds
to nEarest £
RestTiCted funds
to nearest £
Endowment runds
lo nearest£
Bq Cash funds
UVS Current Account
10.667
Vk¢tory Hall Account
26.959
Deposit Accounts ((Mj48￿ & 22252984LSI
34A22
Petty Cash
Tolalea3h fund
n,038
(agree balarKe8 ￿1th receipts and psyments
a¢￿UntI$ll
Unrestrlcted funds
Restrkted ￿n￿8
Endornt lunds
to ntaM#t £
to rwarest £
to neare•t £
BZ Other bTh)net•ry a8uts
Fur￿ to whlch asyet
belon
Cost loptlonaD
urrent valu•
tbonal
BJ Inv•fytsment as4ts
Fund to whlch asi•t
belon
Cost loptlon&ll
Current valu•
lonal
84 A•••t• r•tslntd lorth• charlty'• own ui•
Okj as6et•
Fund to whlch
Ibobllity rolat88
Amtxbnt due
tlonal
When due loptlonall
Liabilities
gned w ono orNoinMoos on Mnaif oi ali ino
tru8tee8
Print Na
Date of apwov
4￿(2
L .(5. mO(￿¥r
CCXK R2 accounts (SS)

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
Uphill Village Society
On accounts for the year
ended
31" December 2025
Charity no
lif any)
1158179
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 3111212025
ResponslbllStles and As the charity trustees of the Trust, YOU are responsible for the preparalion
basis of report 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 the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under section 145(5){b) of the Act.
I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters have
come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me
Cause lo believe that in, any material respect..
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of
the Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
Independent
examiner's statement
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection
with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a
proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Slgned:
Date:
11 t¥
Narne:
Tom Burgess
Relovant professlonal
qualification{s) or body
(If any):
Chartered Accountant
Address:
27 Ellesmere Road
Uphill
Weston-super-mare. BS23.4UT
IER
April 2026