REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1158821
Trustees' Report and Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
for
Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Cooper Paul Abacus House 14-18 Forest Road Loughton Essex IG10 1DX
Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
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| Trustees' report | 1 to 3 |
| Independent examiner's report | 4 |
| Statement of financial activities | 5 |
| Statement of financial position | 6 |
| Notes to the financial statements | 7 to 11 |
| Detailed statement of financial activities | 12 to 13 |
Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Trustees' Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31st December 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).
Objectives and activities
Objectives and aims
To promote the benefits of the inhabitants of Theydon Bois and the neighbourhood together defined by Theydon Bois Parish boundary (hereinafter called "the area of benefit") without distinction of sex or political, religious or other opinions by associating together the said inhabitants and the local authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure-time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants.
In furtherance of this objective, the Trustees have complied with the duty in section 4 of the Charities Act 2006 to have due regard to the Charity Commission's published guidance concerning the operation of the Public Benefit requirement under the Act.
Achievements and performance
Review of activities and achievements
We had another good year in 2025. Hall usage is as busy as we have ever seen with a mix of our valued regular hirers, some new and many long-standing, supplemented by lots of valuable one-off bookings. As usual, the village Christmas Tree was erected in our grounds and a lovely Christmas carol service was enjoyed by many. Not to mention our huge variety of bedrock events including drama productions, quiz nights, fairs and personal occasions such as weddings and parties.
We have had no changes in staff over 2025, and are very fortunate to have a very strong team comprising a Hall Manager, Bookings Manager, Caretaker, three cleaners and an assistant caretaker. We were also fortunate to gain two additional trustees - Nick Evans and Nadira Tudor but sadly lost five trustees. Three of our longstanding trustees - Martin Oliver, Tony Ames and Graham James - needed to step down as Trustees under the terms of our constitution having each served three consecutive 3-year terms. However, all three continue to show dedication to the Village Hall and have agreed to continue attending meetings, and carrying out the other vital roles that they all play, in a non-voting capacity. In addition, both Diane Gillespie and Caroline Gunnell also stood down as Trustees during 2025.
We undertook a redecoration programme of the Hall over 2025 and 2026 for the good of all of our users. During 2025 the Oak Hall, Small Hall and Kitchen were all done, with the remaining areas to be done in early 2026. Also, the front patio was upgraded just in time for the Christmas tree lighting service in December and new bollards have also been installed in the car park, improving both safety and appearance.
Behind the scenes, energy-efficient LED lighting has replaced the older fittings in both halls, helping to reduce energy use while keeping the space well-lit and inviting.
A number of large projects will need doing in the coming years, for example replacing the floor in the Oak Hall. Over 2026, we are going to put in place a multi-year plan to ensure that we plan and budget for these jobs, and sequence them sensibly.
Happily, we have managed to improve our financial situation over 2025, with our bank balance increasing from just under £170k at the start of the year to just over £188k at the end. This is as a result of good stewardship of our costs, an increase in the usage of the Hall and a small increase in our hiring rates. Through these steps, and in a myriad other ways, we will work to ensure that the Theydon Bois Village Hall remains on a firm footing, both financially and physically, so it can be enjoyed for generations to come.
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Trustees' Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
Financial review
Financial position
Net outgoing resources for the year were £17,919 (2024 : net outgoing resources of £23,217) thus at the end of this year, the charity had net assets of £273,019 (2024 : £290,938).
Investment powers and policy
The trustees' investment powers are governed by the Constitution, which permits the Charity's funds to be applied at the absolute discretion of the trustees. As at the date of the balance sheet there were no restricted funds held by the Charity.
Reserves policy
It is the policy of the Charity to maintain unrestricted funds, which are the free reserves of the Charity, at a level which at least equates to approximately six months unrestricted expenditure. This provides sufficient funds to cover management and administration and support costs and to respond to emergency applications for grants, if necessary. Unrestricted funds were maintained at this level throughout the year. As our building and its equipment age, the costs of maintenance are increasing.
Going concern
At the time of approving the accounts, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the accounts.
Structure, governance and management Governing document
The Charity is constituted by a declaration of trust dated 18th August 2015 and registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation with the Charity Commissioners under charity number 1158821. The charity was created as a CIO by transferring all the assets and liabilities, including the land, from charities 301415 and 301415-1, previously constituted in May and September 1965. The effective date of transfer for accounting purposes was the end of 2015. The trustees of the charity are appointed by the members at the annual general meeting. The general committee meets monthly.
Induction and training of new trustees
New Trustees are inducted into the workings of the Association and given the Charity Commission leaflets CC3 and CC3(a), Responsibility of Charity Trustees, the latest accounts which have been subject to an independent examination and up to date management figures.
Risk management
The trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.
The trustees have examined the major strategic, business and operational risks which the Charity faces and confirm that systems have been established to enable regular reports to be produced so that the necessary steps can be taken to lessen these risks.
Reference and administrative details Registered Charity number
1158821
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Trustees' Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
Principal address Theydon Bois Village Hall Coppice Row Theydon Bois Epping Essex CM16 7ER
Trustees
P P Simmance - Hon. Chairman A Chart C James (resigned 30/4/25) A Ames (retired 30/4/2025) G James (retired 30/4/2025) D L Gillespie (resigned 19/11/2025) J F Watts L A Tilling P D Gooch M R Oliver (retired 30/4/2025) C Gunnell (resigned 9/7/2025) M Boyle N Evans (appointed 11/6/2025) N Tudor (appointed 11/6/2025) A Bowles (appointed 30/4/2025)
Independent Examiner Cooper Paul Abacus House 14-18 Forest Road Loughton Essex IG10 1DX
Bankers
Business Banking Barclays Bank plc Leicester LE87 2BB
Cater Allen 9 Nelson Street Bradford BD1 5AN
Approved by order of the board of trustees on ............................................. and signed on its behalf by:
................................................................. A Chart – Trustee (Hon.Treasurer)
................................................................. P P Simmance - Trustee (Hon.Chairman)
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Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Theydon Bois Village Association CIO (the Trust) for the year ended 31st December 2025.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust 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 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do 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.
Andrew Gibson
Cooper Paul Abacus House 14-18 Forest Road Loughton Essex IG10 1DX
Date: .............................................
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
| 2025 Unrestricted fund Notes £ Incoming resources from Activities for generating fund 2 115,557 Investment income 3 2,001 Other income 1,408 Total 118,966 Resources expended on Costs of generating voluntary income 132,925 Other 3,960 Total 136,885 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) (17,919) Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward 290,938 Total funds carried forward 273,019 |
2024 Total funds £ 108,772 2,900 3,088 114,760 134,071 3,906 137,977 (23,217) 314,155 290,938 |
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Continuing operations
All income and expenditure has arisen from continuing activities.
The notes form part of these financial statements
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Statement of Financial Position 31st December 2025
| 2025 Unrestricted fund Notes £ Fixed assets Tangible assets 8 87,521 Current assets Debtors 9 5,730 Cash at bank 188,478 194,208 Creditors Amounts falling due within one year 10 (8,710) Net current assets 185,498 Total assets less current liabilities 273,019 NET ASSETS 273,019 Funds 11 Unrestricted funds 273,019 Total funds 273,019 |
2024 Total funds £ 126,534 5,085 167,991 173,076 (8,672) 164,404 290,938 290,938 290,938 290,938 |
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The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on ............................................. and were signed on its behalf by:
............................................. A Chart - Trustee Hon. Treasurer
............................................. P P Simmance - Trustee Hon. Chairman
The notes form part of these financial statements
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
1. Accounting policies
Basis of preparing the financial statements
The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
Incoming resources
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Resources expended
Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.
Freehold property - 4% on cost Fixtures and fittings - 25% on cost
Taxation
The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
Creditors
Creditors are amounts owed by the charity. They are measured at the amount that the charity expects to have to pay to settle the debt.
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
| 2. Activities for generating fund 2025 £ Hall hire 115,557 3. Investment income 2025 £ Deposit account interest 2,001 4. Support costs Governance Finance costs £ £ Raising donations and legacies 36 - Other resources expended - 3,960 36 3,960 5. Independent examiner remuneration 2025 £ Fees payable to the charity's auditors for the audit of the charity's financial statements 1,500 Other non-audit services 2,460 |
2024 £ 108,772 2024 £ 2,900 Totals £ 36 3,960 3,996 2024 £ 1,500 2,406 |
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6. Trustees' remuneration and benefits
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31st December 2025 nor for the year ended 31st December 2024.
Trustees' expenses
For the year ended 31st December 2025 the following trustees were reimbursed for expenses incurred personally on behalf of Theydon Bois Village Association CIO; G James (£1,455) and P Simmance (£123).
For the year ended 31st December 2024 the total amount reimbursed to Trustees was £1,570
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
7. Staff costs
| Staff costs | ||
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| Wages and salaries The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: Staff No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. |
2025 £ 51,008 51,008 2025 7 |
2024 £ 48,058 |
| 48,058 | ||
| 2024 7 |
8. Tangible fixed assets
| Tangible fixed assets | |||
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| Cost At 1st January 2025 Additions At 31st December 2025 Depreciation At 1st January 2025 Charge for year At 31st December 2025 Net book value At 31st December 2025 At 31st December 2024 |
Freehold Plant and property machinery £ £ 961,410 4,332 - 703 961,410 5,035 837,830 1,378 38,457 1,259 876,287 2,637 85,123 2,398 123,580 2,954 |
Fixtures and fittings Totals £ £ 96,444 1,062,186 - 703 96,444 1,062,889 96,444 935,652 - 39,716 96,444 975,368 - 87,521 - 126,534 |
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| 935,652 39,716 |
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| 975,368 | |||
| 87,521 | |||
| 126,534 |
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
| 9. Debtors: amounts falling due within one year Trade debtors Prepayments 10. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Payments on account Accrued expenses 11. Movement in funds At 1/1/25 £ Unrestricted funds General fund 290,938 TOTAL FUNDS 290,938 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources £ Unrestricted funds General fund 118,966 TOTAL FUNDS 118,966 |
2025 2024 £ £ 5,029 4,455 701 630 5,730 5,085 2025 2024 £ £ 3,250 3,258 5,460 5,414 8,710 8,672 Net movement At in funds 31/12/25 £ £ (17,919) 273,019 (17,919) 273,019 Resources Movement expended in funds £ £ (136,885) (17,919) (136,885) (17,919) |
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
11. Movement in funds - continued
Comparatives for movement in funds
| Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS |
At 1/1/24 £ 314,155 314,155 |
Net movement in funds £ (23,217) (23,217) |
At 31/12/24 £ 290,938 290,938 |
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Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
| Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS |
Incoming resources £ 114,760 114,760 |
Resources Movement expended in funds £ £ (137,977) (23,217) (137,977) (23,217) |
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12. Related party disclosures
A loan of £478,000 was secured with the Public Works Loan Board in September 2000 by Theydon Bois Parish Council to fund, by way of grant, a part of the building costs of the Village Hall by the Village Association. Repayments of principal and interest totalling £34,981 are made each year by Theydon Bois Parish Council. The amount of the loan outstanding as at 31st December 2025 is nil. (2024; £33,620)
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
| Incoming resources Activities for generating fund Hall hire Investment income Deposit account interest Other income Sundry income Total incoming resources Resources expended Raising donations and legacies Wages Rates and water Insurance Light and heat Telephone Computer, postage & stationery Sundries Subscription & licences Hall repairs & maintenance Cleaning & waste collection Gardening Security Staff Welfare Freehold property depreciation Plant and machinery Support costs Finance Bank charges Governance costs Independent examiner remuneration Auditors' remuneration for non audit work |
2025 £ 115,557 2,001 1,408 118,966 51,008 2,706 4,372 14,660 721 943 439 867 7,508 6,889 1,883 1,177 - 38,457 1,259 132,889 36 1,500 2,460 3,960 |
2024 £ 108,772 2,900 3,088 114,760 48,058 1,839 4,379 11,853 861 861 447 3,281 12,032 6,788 1,483 1,213 1,400 38,457 1,083 134,035 36 1,500 2,406 3,906 |
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Theydon Bois Village Association CIO
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31st December 2025
| Total resources expended Net expenditure |
2025 £ 136,885 (17,919) |
2024 £ 137,977 (23,217) |
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