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Charity re8istratlon number: IIS9092
Ymddiriedolaeth Hamdden Aneurin
Gwella 8ywyd Cymunedol I Improving Community Life
Aneurin Leisure Trust
ANEURIN LEISURETRUST (FORMERLY UFE LEISURE TRUST)
(A company limited by guarantee
and not havlng any share tapltal)
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES, STRATEGIC REPORT AND
CONSOUDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
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Contents
Report of the Trustees incorporating the Strategic Report
1-72
Report of the Independent Auditors
73-76
Statement of Flnanclal Activitles
77-78
Balance Sheet
79-80
Consolidated Cash Flow Statement
81
Notes to Flnanclal Statements
82-112

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Foreword from the Chalr of the Board of Trustees
It is a great pleasure to introduce the annual review for Aneurin Leisure Trust {ALT) now in its eleventh year
of operating Leisure and Culture services within Blaenau Gwent {BG). The Trust has continued to deliver
services and programs across BG to a high standard with a constant focus on our mission of 'lmprovin8
Community Life,,
This has been another excellent yearof building and maintaining close partnerships with our key stakeholder
BGCBC, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Tai Calon as well as working with a new partner in Cardiff
Capital Region as we seek to develop Parc Bryn Bach into a larger scale destinatlon to support BG tourism,
During a tough and challenging financial climate due to the unprecedented rise in energy costs, ALT has
delivered Service improvements and achieved targets agreed in partnership with Blaenau Gwent Countv
Borough Council IBGCBCI.
Key investments have been limited a8ain through this f inancial year wlth fundlng streams being the ideal
opportunity to improve the serdices for our residents. The Trust is pleased to share successful investments
such as:
l. Grand opening of Trinity Chapel, Abertillery (Llbrary and Adult Education Centre).
2. Expansion of further Community Klt Rooms In Ebbw Vale and Tredegar Sports Centres.
3. Successfully secured fundlng io enhance the nature trail at Parc Bryn Bach.
4. Refurblshment of tennls courts at Bedwellty House & Park.
Weddings and functions continue io be popular in Bedwellty House wlth furtheryear-on-yeargrowth comin8
from music events in the carriage house courtyard at weekends which have enabled the hospitality arm to
8row its business again.
Ebbw Vale Sports Centre continues to run lar8e scale sportin8 events which increases footfall and secondary
spend within the centres whllst Parc Bryn Bach has seen even more growth delivering residential courses to
schools from both withln Blaenau Gwent and beyond.
The National Exerclse Referral Scheme {NERSI is an established partner on the Neighbourhood Care Network
INCN}. The clusterdesign promotesjoint working across practices and the integration of primary care se￿l¢e5
with key partners such as the Local Health Board, BGCBC and Third Sector. Clusters also have a key role in
supporting local health needs assessments, allocating appropriate resources and forecasting the potential
future demand on primary care. There have been multiple collaborative projects that have been established
in these meetings including Fibromyalgia and Dementia working groups, with the NERS leam delivering
bespoke classes to contribute to the respective needs.
The successes achieved across the Trust are in no small part due to the commitment of our employees. Once
again, the staff have been our greatest resource, working extremely hard to deliver high quality seniices to
our customers in our facilities and the communities of Blaenau Gwent. I would like to thank the entire team
and all our partners for their contribution to the delivery of improved services across the area.

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Finally, I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the continued success of ALT during the year:
our Trustees, staff, volunteers, funders and partners and in particular, Blaenau Gwent County Borough
Council. Above all, I would like to thank the local community whose interests we serve, for their support and
engagement over the past year.
Lyn Evans
Chalr
Board of Trustee5

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The Trustees are pleased to present their annual directors, report which incorporates the strategic report,
together with the financial statements of the charity for the year ending 31 March 2025, which are also
prepared to meet the requirements for a directors, report and accounts for Companies Act purposes.
The accounts have been prepared in accordancewith the accounting policies set out in note Ito the accounts
and comply with the charity's Memorandurn and Articles of Association, the Companles Act 2006 and
"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 IFRS 102}" {effective l January 20191.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
The objects of the charity, as set out In its Memorandum and Articles of Association, are:
to provide or asslst in the provision of both indoor and outdoor facilities in the interests of social welfare
for recreation or other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need of such by reason of their
youth, age, Inflrmity or disablllty, flnancial hardshlp or social circumstances with the object of improvin8
their condltions of life:
to promote communlty participation in healthy recreational activlties;
to provide or assist in the provision of community facilities to be available to all sections of the
community without distinction, including use for meetings, lectures and classes andlor other forms of
recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improvin8 the conditions of lrfe for all those
who use the facilities;
to advance the education of the publlc In the arts throu8h the provlslon of a theatre/ arts development;
to advance education In the arts by the establishment and maintenance of an art gallery andlor museum;
to advance the education of the public through the provision of a library;
to provide, maintain and equip parks with the object of advancing public education, with particular
regard to horticulture, arboriculture, wild plant5 and wildlife,.
to preserve buildings of historic or architectural importance,,
to develop the capacity and skills of members of the socially and economically disadvantaged communlty
in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet, their needs and participate more fully
in society; and,
to pursue such other charitable purposes analogous to any of the above as the Trustees in their absolute
dlscretion shall determlne (together the "Objects").
To carry out any other charitable actlvity subject to the prlor written consent of the Charlty Commission for
England and Wales.
Public benefit
The Trustee5 confirm that they have complied with the duty in Section 17151 of the Charities Act 2011 to have
due regard to the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit. The Trust considers how planned
activities support its vision of improving community life through Leisure, Learning and Culture which benefits
the local population served bythe charity. The Trust aims to deliver social outcomes that improve health and
wellbeing whilst encouraging staff to strive to improve the quality of service delivery in a commercially
sustainable way.
Some of the key activities undertaken In relation to the objects of the charity and to further the charity's
purpose for the public benefit are outlined on pages 6- 71.

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STRATEGIC REPORT
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
These accounts represent trading for Aneurin Leisure Trust (ALTI forthe period l April 2024- 31 March
2025.
Aneurin Leisure Trust has maintained a strong relationship with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council.
The Library SeNice received an excellent assessment report for the Welsh Publlc Llbrary Slandards for
2023/24, which was received in October 2024 and recently presented to Blaenau Gwent Scrutinv
committee. To date, this has been the most positive report received since the start of the framework.
The Library Seniice continues to achieve all 12 of the core entitlements of the Welsh Publlc Llbrary
Standards for 2024/25.
Abertillery Library relocated to Trinity Chapel in October 2024. The refurblshment was a collaboratlon
between the Trust, Blaenau Gwent Council, and Welsh Government. Funding was secured from Welsh
Government's Transforming Towns Regeneration Programme, Low Carbon Heat Granl, UK Government
Shared Prosperity funding and the Transformational Capital Grant for libraries. It has been a very positive
move, with an overwhelming 8ood response from Ihe community. Adult Education is now co-located in
the building, providin8 a multipurpose, shared provision for library se￿ice$ and learnin8.
The SPF funded Llbrary Outreach project has had an instrumental, positlve Impacl on all areas of Ilbrary
performance. Over the year there was a total reach of 15,088 people en8a8ed, and 531 activitles
delivered. The funding and projert ended on the 31 March 2025.
Who used and benefited from our services?
The Charitable Trust provldes leisure, learning and cultural actlvlties to the residents of Blaenau Gwent,
Whllst some sectlons of the community are affluent, many are not and some 21 per cenl of areas fall In the
IO% most deprived areas in Wales and overall, the majority of Its areas are more deprived than the Wales
avera8e.
The Charitable Trust Is responsible for the operation, management and development of the following:
Three Sports Centres Ilncluding Sports Development and NERS Facilitators)
Four Learning Action Centres
SIX Libraries and two home delivery vans
Bedwellty House & Park
Parc Bryn Bach

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Getting Young People and Communltles Active
Sports Development - Incluslve, Engaging and Community-Drlven Opportunltles for All
The Aneurin Leisure Sports Development Team continues to play a pivotal role in promoting sport and
physical aclivity across Blaenau Gwent, aligned with Sport Wales, vision for'a lifetime enjoyment of sport."
Their work ensures children, young people and families have equitable access to high-qualityi inclusive
opportunities that enhance health, confidence and community wellbeing.
Programmes Across Education and Inclusion
Throughoul 2024125, the team has delivered a dlverse range of interventions in pre-school, prlmary,
secondary, and special school settings. Programmes were strategically shaped through the analysis of
participation trends and engagement rates, with notable developments includin8:
Traditional sports {football, netball, rugby).
Non-traditional activities {dance, skateboarding, martial arts).
A targeted focus on mass participation initlatlves in schools.
Leadership pathways embedded from prlmary through secondary educatlon, helping young people
develop confidence, Ilfe skills and responsibility.
This approach ensures that sport remains not Just a recreational outlet, but a key driver of personal
development, educational engagement and long-term workforce sustainability in the local sector.
Community En8a8ement & Food Resilien¢e
In a pioneering tross-sector collaboration. the team partnered wlth Blaenau Gwent County 8orou8h
Council's Food Resilience Team to deliver a targeted school hollday programme addresslng food
Insecurity and social isolation, Key outcomes included:
78 sessions delivered across 10 community groups.
1,044 individuals engaged - prograrnmes offered healthy meals, funded playscheme spaces and
interactive cooking workshops.
Families received recipe books, ingredients and even small kitchen appliances to support healthy
home cooking.
Lelsure-Based Programmes and Holiday Activity
Across the Trust's sport5 centres, the team facilitated robust seasonal programming:
Fully booked playschemes.
Sport-specific development camps in football and rugby.
Combined activity delivery for physical, social and mental wellbein8.
Participation remained consistently strong throughout the year, demonstratlng high community demand
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Getting Young People and Communities Active ¢ont.
Inclusive Practice and Workforce Contlnultv
The team responded to the departure of its Disablllty Sports Officer by executing a clear succession plan
In Q3 2024125. This ensured:
No disruption to inclusive delivery.
Seamles5 knowledge transfer and interim staffing.
Reinforced partnerships with local authorities, schools, and health providers.
This transition illustrates the maturity and resllience of the team's planning process, while reaffirming
their comrnitrnent to accessible sport for all,
Communbty Kit Room ICKR}- Award-winning Impact
The CKR initiative continues to thrive. Milestones In 2024/25 include:
A second CKR launched at Tredegar Sports Centre (Q3).
A thlrd CKR opened at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre in a custom-bullt shlppln8 container.
28 new donation bins deployed across the borough.
944 items of clothing issued to 246 individuals lup from 141 in the previous year).
Items ranEe from football boots and shorts to swimsuits and leotards.
The CKR model was nationally reco8nised by the British Association for Sustainable Sport (BASIS) Awards,
Inspiring adoption by other local authorities across Wales,
Sports Llbrary and 'Wlggly Words, Innovatlon
The Sports Library, run In collaboration with the Trust's libraries, provides free access to a wide array of
loanable sporting equipment, Loans are managed through the Library Management System, wlth new
inventory tracking introduced in 2024125 to improve eff iciency.
Complementin8this, the 'Wig8ly Words, programme merges literacy with movement. Delivered in all six
libraries during school holidays and now piloted in pre-schools, the programme: .
Engages children aged 3-8 In interactive storytelling.
Promotes reading comprehension through physical activity.
Has been recognised as best practice across the Gwent region.

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Getting Young People and Communitles Actlve cont.
Aquatlcs
Expanding access, delivering impact and transforming lives through water-based education Primary School
Swirnming Programme.
The 2024125 academic year has marked another record-breaking milestone for Aneurin Leisure Trust's
Primary School swimming Programme. Atotal of 2,858 pupils from Years 3 to 6 participated in structured
school swimming, an increase of 142 pupils from the previous year, and the highest figure ever recorded
since reporting to Welsh Government began,
Year 6 Pass Rate IKS21: 54% {38917231, showing a sustained improvement.
Gender Breakdown- Yr.6:
o Girls.. 370 swirnming / 197 achieved KS2 standard153%1
o Boys.. 353 swimming1192 achieved KS2 standard154%1
Local Authority Breakdown- Yr.6 Pass Rates:
o Abertillery: 59%1104 pupils)
o Ebbw Vale: 52%1162 pupils}
o Tredegar: 64%191 pupils)
This year also welcomed 313 Year 2 pupils through taster sessions across Abertillery, Ebbw Vale and
Tredegar Sports Centres. In addition, 19 home-educated chlldren
a record for the seNice
were
supported with tallored aquatlc learnlnB, further showcaslng our commitment to Incluslve practice.
Inclusion and Insplration - Case Study I: Bronte-Lei's Journev
A standout moment this year was the transformation of Bronte-Lei. a pupil from Bryn Bach Primary
School with complex health condition5 including Hydrocephalus, Spina Bifida, Epilepsy and more. Initially
unable to float or swim independently, Bronte-Lei now swims unassisted thanks to regular, adapted
sessions and collaboratlve working between her school, our instructors and the centre tearn.
"One of the most powerful moments came when 8ronte-Lei turned to her teacher and sold she no longer
needed help in the woter."
Her journey illustrates the life-chan8in8 impact of our Prlrnary School Swirnming Programme
particularly for pupils with additional needs.
Swlm School Perfomance
The Aneurin Leisure Swim School continues to operate at a consistently high level with 1,917 children
enrolled out of 2,170 capacities, achieving an impressive 88% overall occupancy.
Ebbw Vale: 7191767 spaces {90(AF I
Abertillery: 6131690 spaces (88%)
Tredegar: 5851713 spaces {82%1

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Gettlng Young People and Communities Actlve cont.
Active Youn8 People IAYP) Support and Transition Pathways
To support pupils not meeting KS2 swimming standards, targeted AYP Swimming Programmes now
extend into Year 7, ensuring continued access to lessons. In collaboration with local clubs
including
Trede8ar Torpedoes
we have introduced Wave 6 and 7 transition sta8e5 to bridge children from
structured lessons into club or lifesavlng environments.
Lifesaving and Workforce Development
Following the national transition from "Survive and Save" to the RLSS Lifesaving Academy, Aneurln
Lelsure has adapted quickly- 9 learners have already passed the new award.
3 Trainer Assessors qualified internally to expand course delivery.
3 NPLQ Courses delivered, producin8 16 qualified lifeguards.
Partnerships for Incluslon and Access
Tai Calon contlnues to fund 10 weeks of free-swimming across all sites.
Posttif Care kayaklng session5 were hosted at Abertillery during winter. preparlng learners for open
wateractivities, Discussions are ongoing to evolve this into a year-round swimming pathway for thelr
students.
Competitions and Communlty En8a8ement
Every primary school In Blaenau Gwent a8aln took part in our reglonal gala pro8ramme
Winners:
Re8lonal
Ebbw Vale/Tredegar Gala: Beaufort Hill Primary.
Abertillery Gala.. Blaen-y-cwm Primary.
Grand Final Champion: Beaufort Hill Primary School.
This conslstent, borough-wtde engagement not only ralses the competitive standard but ensures all
pupils can experience celebration, achievement and team spirit in a structured aquatic environment.
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Parks & Hos
all
Bedwellty House & Park
The tennis courts offering three courts of free tennis provision has grown in usage over the 2024/25
period with 17 family memberships being taken out, 4 student memberships and 354 one-off bookings.
The tennis courts generated £1,669 of income which will be reinvested into the upkeep of the courts. A
weekly free session was offered to young people to have a go which proved popular during the school
holidays. Memberships are in line with the costs of those at Six Bells Park to ensure a consistent tennis
option across the Borough.
Minl Movers has remained a regular in the Bedwellty weeklycalendar continuing to attract young parents
and their babies to the muslc and movement session. New parents and carers meet and share their
experiences of thelr babies in a welcoming environment. The session has Increased Immeasurable value
on the mental wellbeing of some of the new parents wlth some powerful feedback to the session
organlser.
Louby Lou and herschool holiday adventures continuedthroughout the 2024125 school holiday calendar,
taking young people and their families on a range of excitingjourneys throughout the park and grounds.
The stories unveiled great imaginations of the participants where the park becarne home to pirates,
unicorns, mermaids and wizards- all went on excitingjourneys around the grounds unravelling the story.
Durin8 the year over 200 children and their farnilies have engaged in the Louby Lous Story Trails.
Quarters one and two of 2024/25 saw the redevelopment and upgrading of the children's play area at
Bedwellty, The much needed and eagerly awaited project has been welcomed by local community
members with their children, youn8 people and visitors. The feedback has been positive with it bein8 a
bright, colourful and safe space for children to play. The playground is fully inclusive for youn8 people
wilh additional needs to also vlslt and enjoy the play opportunities. A footfall counter has been installed
on the gate of the play8round since Autumn 2024 which wlll track the vlsltors to this area of the park.
Parc Bryn Bach
The bunkhouse at Parc 8ryn Bach continued to be a roaring success during the 2024 summer season,
with 14 Bunkhouse Visits booked and delivered. Incredible feedbackwas received from all schools vi51tin8
with many pre-booking for their 2025 School Outdoor Learning adventure activity trip.
The team attended the Education Show in Cardiff in Autumn 2024, first time for the show to be held at
the Utilita Arena promoting the bunkhouse and offer of activities at Parc Bryn Bach, which secured a
record number of 19 bookings from schools within the region and across the border for the Sumrner
2025 season.
As well as the residentials, the Activities team delivered 20 school round-robin activity days to schools,
predominantly from within Blaenau Gwent, as part of their outdoor learnlng and learning outside of ihe
classroom as part of the New Curriculum for Wales.
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The availability of activities during the peak Season at Parc Bryn Bach has continued to grow, securing an
additional apprenticeship io operate withln the activities team to support the staff ing infrastructure, as
well as supporting the development of youn8 people within the area.
The Driving Range has, during this period, sustained high usage; the contactless payments and revised
opening hours have proved fruitful with increased revenue from this activity.
The free and established Park Run has continued to operate from Parc Bryn Bach on a weekly basis with
a well-attended run every Saturday mornlng followed by a growing Junior Park run on a Sunday morning.
All runners are welcomed to the Lake View Café following their run.
Adult and Community Learning
The aim of Adult Community Learning IACLI is to offer Ilfelong learning opportunities for those who wish
to improve their essential skills and enhance their employment opportunities. Aneurin Leisure Adult
Community Learnin8 are part of the Gwent ACL Partnership with Caerphilly CBC. Torfaen CBB,
Monmouthshire CC and Newport City Council. The Partnershlp Is overseen by Cole8 Gwent and offers
range of courses and clubs tailored to meet the diverse needs of its communities, including essential
5ki115, independent living skills. English for speakers of other languages (ESOLI, ICT, employability, and
leisure and wellbeing courses. The Partnership was inspected by Estyn
His Majesty's Education
Inspectorate in Wales in November 2023.
Key performance Indicators in 2023124 were greatly Improved from the 2022123 academic year:
Relention for 2023124 was 99.1% an improvernent of 14% on the prevlous year,
Attainment for 2023124 was 92% up 16.8% up from 2022123.
Successful completion 2023124 was 85.6% an increase of 22.3% from the year before.
This is testament to the hard work and commitment of tutors and curriculum staff in Adult Cornrnunity
Learning.
Celebration of Learnln8 Awards 2024
The Gwent ACL Celebration of Learning Award5 for 2024 was held at Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel and Spa
on 13 June 2024. The event was attended by learners. staff and local dignitaries from Blaenau Gwent,
Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport and Torfaen and was a great opportunity to celebrate the
achievements of tutors and learners. The winners from Aneurin Leisure were:
Tutor of the Year- Katie Plumley
Learner of the Year- Sara Evans
Group of the Year- ILS Music and Drama
Sara has been a learner in Aneurin Leisure for several years and ha5 recently taken up a post of ICT tutor
at 8rynmawr Learning Action Centre.
We congratulate them all on their success and wish them well for the future.
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UKSPF Projects- Bridges Plus and Multiply
£1.5 million of fundlng forthe two new projects that began in April 2023, as part of the UK Government's
Shared Prosperity Fund, ended at the end of March 2025. Both projects had Met or exceeded all targets
and will form the basis for new projects in the future.
The Multiply Project carried out air fryer courses at a sheltered housing complex in Ebbw Vale during
August 2024 and received the following feedback:
Wos just obout to email you to thonk you ogoin for the sessions. They were fantastic and the tenonts
loved them.
The delivery wos brilliont not only demonstroting the way that oirfryers can be used but olso moking the
way to convert the meosurementsfrom imperiol to metric and the other maths involved simple ond obove
ollfun.
The sessions olso contributed greatly to our project for combating loneliness ond isolotion os it brought
tenonts together In o woy thot I con sustoin by hopefulfy continuing this type of session through the winter
when it becomes more difficultfor the tenant5 to get outfor the scheme.
Michelle ond Sarah were omozing combining the delivery of the oirfryer demonstration, the numerocy
ospect ond the fun in a very unique woy. They put the tenonts ot ease straight away and got them oll
involved.
The feedbock thot sticks in my mind is from one lady who lives in the community on her own ond who
comes into William Adams to join in our activities. She wos quite reluctont otfirst but ofter thefirst session
told me it wos the mostfun couple of hours she hod hod in a long time, ond how she could not woitfor
the next one.
Ple05e poss on my thanks to the teom t7nd if you need me to feedback to anyone else let me know.
And yes, we would most definitely be interested in coke decoroting In December so if you wont to chot
obout thot give me call.
Thanks again
Kind Regards
Michelle Willioms, Connect Facilitator/ Hwlu5ydde5 'Connect Digitol Inclusion Project Co-ordinator
Adult Community Learnlng Questionnaire 2023124
All learners are given the opportunity to complete a learner questionnaire at the end of the academic
year and the results of the 2023124 survey were very pleasing. The surveys are ideally completed online,
but learners who do not have access to digital equipment are given the option of completing a paper
version of the questionnaire. There is also a separate version for learners with an additional learning
need, or whose first lan8ua8e isn't English.
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There was a total of 238 responses to the 2023124 questionnaire
whilst this is a good response
rneasures will be put in place to increase the number of responses for 2024125.
36% stated that they were male, 62% female-whilst the remaining 2% preferred not to say,
23% were aged 25-39 and 30% were 40-55- this is a large increase in the number of learners in Ihis
age bracket from previous responses.
22% of respondents stated that they consldered themselves to be disabled.
92% felt that attending a course had a positive effect on their mental and physical hea5th,
97% said ihat attending a course had enhanced their sense of wellbeing.
100% of those who responded told us that they felt safe in the learning environment.
When asked what transferable skills respondents felt that they had gained by attending a course:
70% said literacy/communlcatlon skllls
35% said numeracy skills
74% had improved thelr dlgltal skills
60% felt more motivated
36% had improved their employabllity prospects
Support for National Health Initiatives Aimed at Improvlng Overall Wellbeing
National Exercise Referral Scheme INERSI - Clinical Health Pathways, Preventative Practice, and Powerful
Personal Transformation
Blendln8 Aquatic and Land-8ased Rehabilitatlon
The NER5 programme has continued to dellver a gold standard in physlcal activity referral through a dual-
modallty approach that combines water and land-based interventions:
Water-Based Therapy- Good Boost
Good Boost rernains a flagship programme across the service, providing low-impact aquatlc sessions
designed to improvejoint mobility, reduce pain and enhance muscle strength. The buoyancyof water
15 especially beneficial for indlviduals living with arthritis, chronic pain, or post-operative conditions
offering pain relief, improved range of motion, and an accessible gateway to exerclse.
Land-Based Functional Rehab
To complement aquatic delivery, NERS incorporates land-based strength, balance and flexibility
sessions. These are essential for improving everyday functional mobility, empowering participant5 to
regain independence and tackle daily tasks with renewed confidence.
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Escape Programme Partnership
A successful partnership wrth the Escape Programme has enhanced referral pathways for individua15
experiencing severe back and hip pain. Based in Ebbw Vale Sports Centre, the six-week programme
enables participants to access targeted sesslons twice weekly. Importantly, it expedites progre55ion
from physiotherapy directly into NERS, reducin8 dropout rates and ensuring early en8a8ement in
supported rehabilitation.
Referral Trends and System Inte8ration
Between April 2024 and March 2025, NERS recorded 549 referrals, a noticeable decline from 756
referrals the previous year, This drop is attributed to the introduction of a new national digital
referral platform which experienced delays in integration within GP systems.
In response. Aneurin Leisure has worked proactively alongside prirnary care practlces to accelerate
system familiarity and improve usability. Significant progress has been made and the service is now
well-positioned to return to pre-integration referral levels during the next financial year.
Collaborative Health Leadership- Wellbeing Coaches
With funding secured to employ two dedicated Wellbeing Coaches, Aneurin Leisure has deepened Its
strategic partnership with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board {ABUHB). These coaches play a pivotal
role in the system by:
Offering direct patient support and health navigation.
Signposting individuals to services including NERS, smoking cessation, and physiotherapv.
Acting as a bridge between NHS and community-based wellbeing support.
This collaboration reflects the Trust's growing influence in regional preventative health strategy and
supports the longer-term sustainability of NERS delivery.
GP Referral Case Study
Case Study 2 - Natlonal Exerclse Referral Scheme (NERS)
Confidence and Wellbeing Transformation
Client: Clare IAberbee& A8e 311
Background:
Clare joined the NERS programme after reachlng a personal low point- unfit, lacking confidence, and unsure
if she would ever enjoy exercise a8ain. Overwhelmed by doubt and fear, simply walkin8 into the gym for the
first tlme felt terrifying.
Inltlal Health Status:
Struggling with low self-confidence and emotional wellbeing
Physically inactive and lacking regular exercise
Uncertain about how to start makin8 Positive lifestyle changes
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Programme Participation:
Clare participated in the NERS programme, attending regular supeniised exercise sessions tailored to her
needs
The programme combined aerobic and strength exercises, alongside consistenl emotional support and
Ilfestyle Euidance from the NERS team
Results:
Confidence Boost- Clare now feels significantly more confident. having conquered her fears and gained
belief in her abilities
Physical Activity: She regularly attend5 the gym 2-3 times per week and genuinely enjoys exercise
Mental Health: Clare has experienced a notable improvement in mood and mental wellbein8
Lifestyle Change,. Exerclse has become a positive, sustained habit in her daily life, replacing former
patterns of inactivity
Conclusion:
Clare's success in the NERS programme demonstrates the scheme's effectiveness in supporting people facing
emotional and physical challenges. Through personalised guidance, encouraEement and expert SUPPOrt,
NERS has helped Clare transform her mindset, rebuild her confidence and embrace a healthier, more active
Ilfestyle.
Supporting Essentlal Skllls
Parc Bryn Bach embarked on its second apprenticeship programme in 2024. One of the adventure
Activities team undertook a learning apprenticeship in Outdoor Adventure Activity,
A number of team members at Parc 8ryn 8ach have been part of the ILM training prograrnmes
undertaking learnlng approprlate to their roles and ability. Some are achlevlng basic skills as part of thelr
learnlng.
Investment into staff training at Parc Bryn 8ach to increase the quality and consistency of the coffees,
driving a friendly competition between staff to make the best cup of coffee for our customers day in day
out- Partnership with Local Coffee Roasters- Big Dog Coffee.
Tackling Inequalities
Adult Learn to Swim Programme
Background:
Tredegar Sports Centre continued to deliver its highly valued Adult Learn to Swim programme.
providing a safe, non-judgmental space where adults can build water confidence and learn essential
swimming skills. RecognisinE the persistent social and emotional barriers that prevent many aduks
from accessing aquatic activities, the programme remained a vital part of the centre's inclusive offer.
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Highlights:
> Welcomed a diverse group of adult learners, many of whom had little to no prior swimming
experience
> Fostered a strong sense of peer encouragement and community, helping participants feel less
isolated in their learning journey
> Integrated flexible learnin8 approaches to accommodate varying abilitles and paces, ensuring no
one was left behind
Outcomes:
> Significant improvements in swimming technique, confidence and water safety awareness
> Participants reported enhanced mental wellbein& reduced anxiety around water, and a boost in
overall self-esteem
> Some learners have gone on to integrate 5wimmin8 into thelr regular fltness routines, further
enhancing long-term health benefits
This programme continues to address a critical gap in adult water safety and confidence, breaking down
lon8-held fears and social stigma. By equipplng adults with a fundamental Ilfe sklll in a supportive,
welcoming environrnent, Tredegar Sports Centre is not only enhancing individual health and safety but
also maklng meaningful contrlbutlons to wider public health and community wellbelng.
Under 16's provision
Secondary School - Free Swlmmlng Programme
Background:
With evidence showing that over 40% of young people transitioning from primary to secondary
school still lack the ability to swim a full pool length. Aneurin Leisure's extra-curricular swimming
initiative continued into 2024125 to address this critical water safety gap.
Hi8hli8hts:
Delivered consistently across Abertillery, Ebbw Vale. and Tredegar Sports Centres
Offered structured, expert-led lessons that combined skill development with water confidence
building
Coordinated closely wlth secondary schools to identify pupils rnost in need, ensurlng targeted
delivery to those at greatest risk of being left behind
Outcomes:
> 002ens of pupils who previously could not swim now able to confidently swlm a full length,
significantly improving their safety and enjoyment in water
> Positive feedback from both student5 and schools, who praised the programme's inclusive, non-
pressured environment and expert instruction
> Contrlbuted lo wider public health goals by Improving physical activlty levels, building
confidence, and fostering long-term engagement in sport and fitness.
This free secondary school swimming programme remains a cornerstone of Aneurin Leisure's
commitment lo tackling health and access inequalities. By ensuring that no child is excluded from
learning this essential life sklll, the Trust is strengthening community resilience, promoting health
equity, and giving every young person the chance to thrive both In and out of the pool.
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Community Kit Room - 2024125 Hl8hllghtS
Background..
The Community Kit Room ICKR) celebrated another milestone year in 2024125, continuingto provide
free sports clothing and footwear to individuals and families across Blaenau Gwent. Following its
initial success at Abertillery Sports Centre, the initiative expanded with new locations at Tredegar
Sports Centre and Ebbw Vale Sports Centre, housed in a custorn-built shipping container.
Highlights:
> Supported 246 individuals this year, an increase from 141 the previous year
> Distributed 944 items of sportswear, including football boots, shorts, swimsuits and gym leotards
> Benefited from strong weekly donations andfunding supportfrom Blaenau Gwent Council Waste
& Recycling Team, which enabled the installation of 28 new donation bins across the borough
> Recognised at the British Assoclatlon for Sustalnable Sport (BASIS) Awards as a national best
practice model, inspiring replication across Wales
Outcomes:
The CKR continues to remove economic barriers to sport and physical activity, ensuring that children,
Young people and adults alike have the equipment they need to participate confidently in sport,
re8ardless of f Inanclal circumstances.
Conclusion.,
This initiative not only promotes sustainability by reducing textile waste but also enhances physical
activity levels and social inclusion across Blaenau Gwent. By equipping the community with essential
sports gear, the CKR plays a critical role in levelling the playing field and encouraging healthier, more
active lifestyles for all.
Playschemes
Aneurin Leisure's playschemes continue to be one of the Trust's rnost valued and in-demand services,
providing safe, structured and engaging activities for children during school holiday periods across
Blaenau Gwent.
Dellvery Hl8hlights:
Playschemes were delivered con5iStently across Abertillery, Ebbw Vale, and TredegarSport5 Centres,
covering all major school holiday periods, including Easter, summer, and October and February half
terms.
Provision included a wide range of actlvltles:
o Multi-sport and physical activity sessions
o Arts, crafts and creative workshops
o Fun-focused team games and social interaction activities
o Integrated healthy eating workshops and, in some locations, cookingactivities in partnership
with the Blaenau Gwent Council Food Resilience Team
All playschemes operated with a strong focus on inclusion. ensuring that families from all
backgrounds, including those from econornically disadvantaged households, could access the service.
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Partlcipation and Reach:
Across the year, playschemes saw full bookings at all sites, regu larly reaching capacity during holiday
weeks.
Hundreds of children engaged across multiple sites, demonstrating the ongoing need for structured
school holiday activities in the borough.
Parents consistently reported positive feedback, emphasising the affordability, quality and positive
impact on their children's physical activity levels, social skills and overall wellbeing.
New Developments..
Football-specific development camps were added at Tredegar Sports Centre during half term,
broadening the variety of sport-specific pathways within the playscheme model.
Collaborative delivery with external partners enhanced the programme offer, including additional
enrichment activities, specialist coaching sessions, and themed event days.
Outcomes and Impact:
Playschernes provided critical support to working families by offering affordable, high-quality
childcare alternatives during non-school periods,
Participating children benefited from improved physical fltness, Increased confldence, and enhanced
social engagement.
Integrated healthy eatlng and wellbelng elements further strengthened the proEramme's Impact,
ali8nlng wlth wlder public health a nd commu nity wellbeing objectives.
Over 60$ Provlslon
Free Swlm Inltlative
Background: Aneurin Leisure maintained its free swim sessions for over-60s, promoting healthy
ageing and reducing barriers to physical activity among older adults,
Highlights: Each sports centre offers one free swim day per week during public sessions, encouragin8
regular participation and community connection.
Outcomes.. There has been strong and consistent uptake, with many older adults attending weekly.
Reported benefits include improved fitness, reduced social isolation, and enhanced emotional
wellbeing.
Conclusion: By offering free, accessible swim sessions, the Trust 5UPPOrts older adults to stay active,
addressing health inequalities and promoting independence and longevity.
Free Aqua Aerobics for Over 605
Background: Tredegar Sports Centre expanded its commitment to older adults by continuing to offer
free aqua aerobics sessions tailored to individuals over 60.
Highlights: These low-impact classes focus on improving cardiovascular fitness, strength, balance,
and flexibility while minimisingjoint strain.
Outcomes: Participant feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with regular attendees reporting
improvements in mobility, physical strength, and overall wellbeing.
Conclusion: Free aqua aerobics sessions provide a fun, effective, and inclusive way for older adults
to engage in exercise, addressing physical activity gaps a nd supporting healthy ageing.
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Muscular Skeletal Pathway
Background: Through collaboration with local GPS and physiotherapy leams, Aneurin Leisure
continued its musculoskeletal IMSKI pool-based rehabilitation programme under the National
Exercise Referral Scheme INERS).
Hi8hlights: The programme offers tailored water-based exercises tar8etin8 mobility, strength, and
pain management for older adults with MSK conditions, ensurin8 a gentle yet effective approach.
Outcomes- Participants have shown notable improvement5 In flexibility, pain reduction, and
functional mobility, contributing to regained independence and improved quality of life.
Conclusion: This specialised programme effectively addresses the needs of older adults with mobllity
challenges, reducing health inequalities by offering adapted, evidence-based exercise solutions.
Good B005t Provision
Background: Aneurln Leisure's Good 8oost sesslons contlnued to leverage technolo8yi offerin8
tailored. virtual exercise pro8ramming via ipads for diverse participant groups.
Highlights:
o Delivered both pool-based and dryside sessions
o Included specialist pathways for older adults, individuals with rnobility challenges, and
prelpost-natal participants
o Provided per50nalised exercise routlnes that adapt to the userfs specific health needs
Outcomes.. Good Boost has significantly expanded the accessibility and inclusivity of exercise
provision, supportlng particlpants in improvin8 physical fitness, mobility, and confidence.
By integrating innovative technolo8y Into community leisure settings, Good B005t addresses
longstanding access barriers, empowerin8 participants with tailored, accesslble, and en8agin8 exercise
options that prornote holistic health and wellbeing.
Library Service
To celebrate World Book Day in March 2025, the service worked in partnership with Families First, to
provide children with free costumes. The costumes were loaned frorn local libraries, which worked well,
wlth families joining the library at the same time and borrowlng related stock. This scherne was
particularly well received by families in need, many parents commenting how il helped them deal wilh
the cost-of-living crisis.
The Citizen's Advice Service conlinues to hold weekly drop-in sessions across five service points. The
service provided compliments our wider offer of free, informal support to local residents, particularly for
cost-of-living help. The sessions are popular and has helped u5 maintain footfall f igures.
There has been an increase in the number of partners accessing all libraries over 2024125, including
Communitie$4work Plus, JobCentrePlus, Pobl and Carers organisations. All partners find the informal,
welcoming environment of libraries the ideal location to engage with the communlty.
Blaina Library reopened on 22. April 2024 following a period of closure to complete essential building
maintenance. Since re-opening a range of new activities and events have been delivered at Blaina,
including a Knit and Natter Group, Reading Group and a Men and Music Group. The footfall and book
issues have steadily increased over the year.
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A new children's readin8 scheme. 'Accelerated Readin¢ has been introduced across all libraries. This has
been dellvefed following feedback from parenls. The scheme highlights stock that Is approved and Ilnked
to improvln8 reading ages of children.
There has been a number of new reading groups established across various libraries, including a young
adult group and an onllne reading group. The number of reading groups are reported via the Welsh Public
Library Standards report and this indicator will show an increase in next return.
Followin8 on from the success of the Dementia Frlendly
Slngalongs earlier in the year, a further series of
concerts have been held in various libraries. We have
continued to work with Thriving Communitles to host
activities that support people affected wlth Dementia
and people who are socially excluded.
A range of natlonal campalgns were promoted across all
Ilbraries, including
Men's Health Week In June 2024
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Empathy Day- 6 June 2024
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80 Annlversary of D Day- 5 June 2024
Pride month
Elmer Day- 25 May 2024
Better wlth Books Campalgn
Learning 0i5ablllty Week-june 2024
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The service has continued to have a strong focus on environmental Issues and our 'Librarles vs Litterf
project has been developed to include younger pupils. As a result, the service has launched'little Pickers,
for under 5's. Llbraries worked wlth BGC6C and Keep Wales Tidy to facllltate thls new initiative. The
Senior Outreach Assistant who leads on this project has been presented wlth an environrnental award
for hard work and dedlcatlon to tommunSty litler pickln8.
To Increase engagement wlth local schools the servlce has developed a range of new sesslons tar8eted
at class visits. These include:
Get to know your library
Llbrary Quests
Ma8ical Museum Misslons
The Museum Quests have been partlcularly successful In Ilbraries where we have museums based in the
building, i.e. Tfedegar and Blaina. Many of the children have returned wlth their familie5 as a result and
volunteers at the Museum have been very grateful for raising awareness of their facilities.
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The national Summer Reading Challenge was launched In June, with
the theme of 'Marvellous Makers,. This yearfs challenge almed to
fire up children's imaginations and unleash storytelltng and
creativity though the power of reading. All libraries delivered a
range of activities linked to the theme. Our partnershlp work wlth
the Sports Development team was particularly successful over the
summer. The physical literacy sessions have been developed to link
with our themes to encourage reading. The summer sessions
focussed on 'Jump Into a book and make those words wlggle off the
page,. Additional funding to deliver activities from SPF grants have
been instrumental in supportSng and Increasln8 library en8a8ement,
over the summer. A series of 'Create wlth Clay, sessions were
delivered in all libraries, from fundin8 secured by this scheme. In
total 150 particlpants attended these events.
Over the summer there was a:
> 29% increase In partlclpants of the Summer Readln8 Challenge.
> total of 68 events delivered across all libraries.
> 103% increase In the number of adults attending With children.
Combating loneliness and ImprovlnB heatth and wellbein8 continued to be a prlority for the Library
Service during 2024/25. Loneliness is a major public health Issue, in which the seniice has reacted to, In
order to support users. The overarchln8 therne across the servlce Is about provldlng spaces that are
welcornln& informal and shared for communlty use, Thls Is extremely important to the residents of
61aenau Gwent, as we provlded one of the few places where there is an expectatlon not to spend money
and is inclusive.
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The service promoted 'Green Llbrarles Week, between 7-13 October 2024. Thls was a national
celebration to focus on cllmate change and sustainability. All librarles promoted stock and dellvered
range of green actlvltes. Libraries are the original recyclin8 servlce, clrculatin8 endless books between
readers, we shared this message, encouraglng the communlty to use librarles as the perfect place to start
reducung their Impact on the envlronemnt. Actvltles Invofved using recycled materlals.
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Ebbw Vale Library held a successful'meet the Authorf event on 19 Ortober 2024. Children's author and
Illustrator, Chris Morgan held an interactlve session promotlng his book'Green Lady of Caerphilly Castle,.
20 children attended.
Durlng the half term week In October all Ilbrarles held a range of family actlvltles. We have contlnued to
develop our Ilnks with Sports Developmentto extend the offerof ourwiggly Words activities. We worked
in partnership with the Regeneration Department to deliver 'Meet the Owls, across all service points.
Famillies have greatly appreciated the free activities, whilst also increasing the footfall into town centres;
this partnership is proving successful. Over 250 famillles attended the events. We also participated in
the Monster trail scheme with the Regeneratlon Department, with children collecting the maps at local
Ilbraries. The partnership with the Re8eneratlon Department continued for Christmas activrties, with a
Polar Bear Day beSng hosted at Tredegar Library,
A new 'Libraries for Llfe, scheme was launched In the Autumn of 2024. We worked with the Emergency
Seriices and local schools to enable pupils to visit libraries and to go on an Ambulance, to meet staff and
view equipment. We arranged to have the ambulance stationed outside the library.
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The servlce worked In partnership with the Srnall Woodlands organlsatSon and GAVO to delNer nature
and craft and winter wellbein8 sessions for carers and those they care for, during November 2024.
The Creating Coding Communities project was extended, with all libraries participating in class inductions
and inter-generational coding hour sessions have been held on a regular basis. We have worked In
partnershlp wlth the Blaenau Gwent STEM project to Ilnk wllh local schools.
The seNice marked the anniversary of Holocaust Memorial Day across all libraires on 27th January 2025.
Libraries held coffee Mornings, promoted stock and participated in a global read of Yhe Book Thief, by
Markus Zusa.
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Nlck Smlth, MP. officially vlslted Abertlllery Llbrary on l November
2024, together wlth national delegates from the Goodthings
Foundation and Vodaphone to meet staff and customers Involved In
the National Data Bank scheme. The Library Service Is a designated
dl8ilal inclusion hub to distribute free data sim cards to anyone in
need. Thls Is a successful partnership and enables the servlce to play
crucial role In helping to tackle to the dlgltal dlvlde In the borou8h.
For February half term, the service held interartive mad science
workshops across all librarles. A6ain, working with the Regeneratlon
Dept, allowed the service to engage wlth many new famllles, hosting
free, fun and educational sessions delivered by 'Fab Lab,
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World Book Day was celebrated on 6 March 2025 across all libraries. with the re-launch of the 5u¢¢essful
costume loanin8 scheme, working in partnership with Famllies First. Many parents have commented on
their appreciation of this scheme, which addresses inequalities and promotes anti-poverty In the
borough
Wlth the addltional stafflng of two SPF funded outreach posts, thls has enabled the servlce lo expand
prornotlonal events in a wide ran8e of locatlons In the borough. Throu8h thls Inltiatlve we have been
able to take library servlces to the communlty, by remote membershlps and loaning of stock. This has
enabled us to break down barriers related to the image of librarles and connect to hard-to-reach
communities. This has resulted in an Sncrease in membership across all libraries. An outreach reading
8roup has been established al Georgetown Comrnunlty Hub in Tredegar, with support from our staff.
Group loans contlnue to be successful at a number of communlty venues Including Trefll Chapel and
Llanhllleth Miners. Instltute. New outreach activities have a150 been delivered at local asslsted living
complexes, care homes, youth centres, and Scout and Beaver groups. The outreach provision has also
helped us connect wlth the other services of the Trust by delivering sessions at Bedwellty and Parc Bryn
Bach.
Additional funding from the Multlply SPF Brant has allowed the servlce to develop an adult craft
pro8ramme across all Ilbraries. A diverse range of actlvlties have been delivered to Increase numeracy
skills, Including Bookfolding, Textile courses, Knit and Natterijewellery making and clay craft. Byoffering
wide range of craft activities, libraries can provide a space where everyone can explore their creative
side. connect with others, and find inspiratlon, through learnln8 numerary skills.
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Parks and Hospitality
National Play Day was a large-scale free event at Bedwellty House & Park with a varlety of partners and
free play opportunities for children and their families to engage in. and to educate that play doesn't
always mean toys, screens or play equipment, It can mean cardboard boxes, mud, wool, water as some
options. Families were amazed at the fun they had engaging in basic play. A range of providers attended
site offering workshops, fun activities and give aways. It was a great partnership, fully inclusive event
which tackled inequality and was drenched in community engagement. Despite initially being postponed
due to inclement weather the second date went ahead and the event was attended by 700 children aged
2-10 and 180 children aged 11-14.
The second delivery of a '999, day was delivered at Parc Bryn Bach. The key 999 Se￿iCe$ attended the
site puttin8 on a range of activities and showcased thelr services through fun and innovative workshops
and engagement to the community. Over 1,000 people attended the event In Summer 2024, it was free
and well received by the community.
Free Brass Band Concerts in partnership with Tredegar Town Council are delivered at Bedwellty House
and Park for 10 weeks during the May-july summer season. The cornrnunity can attend and enjoy the
complimenlary muslc In beautrful surroundlngs. In the event of inclement weather, the concerts are
dellvered inside.
Armed Forces Day and Bevan Festival are two mass partlclpation events held at Bedwellty during the
summer season, The events are developed year on year with additional activities for families to engage
in for free. The events include music, inflatables, face painting, crafts Stalls and activities linked to the
Armed Forces and Hislory of Bevan. Both events are well attended with in excess of 1,000 local
community members engaging in the events.
Free weekly'wlld Tots, and Wild Camp, sesslons are dellvered by Blaenau Gwent Play Tearn at Bedwellty
on a weekly basis. Whateverthe weather the Wild Tots and their families are on slte en8a8ing in outdoor
play, making mud pies, mud slides/5wings or having fun In the mud kitchen. The Wild Campers toast
marshmallows around the fire and learn about outdoor safety. The wild tots area is a great asset within
the grounds.
Go Wild Event at Parc Bryn Bach was another WOW partnership event which was well attended wlth In
excess of 1,000 visitors to the Parc. The event included partners offering workshops on animal care,
wildlife habitats, seed boxes. bug boxes and hotels, as well as fun and games on the water and
participating in partner led activities. A free event which spanned a wealth of visitors from across
Blaenau Gwent and Neighbouring Authorities.
Free Wildlife Wednesdays were delivered at Parc Bryn Bach, enEaEing young people and their families to
learning about the natural habitats, embarking on nature walks. and craft activities with the nature
theme.
The play area at Parc Bryn 8ach offered a daily quiet hour for families with young people who have
additional needs so they could access the equipment in a calm and quiet time. This was complimented
by families as a positive offer.
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Both parks have worked in partnership with BGCBC Young Carers where discounts have been provided
for young carers attending the parcs and accessln8 facilities or caterin8. This has proved a great success
and an acknowledged support to the youn8 carers.
Blaenau Gwent Otters hosted their first ever community fundraiser event at Bedwellty Park. The event
day included stalls, activities, live music and opportunities for all ages and abilities to engage whilst
supporting raising funds for the sustainability and future of operating costs for Blaenau Gwent Otters
Swimming Club.
Case Study 3 - BGCBC Communlty Food Oevelopment
The importance of fuelling children and young people so they can remain physically active has remained
central to the Trusvs mission during the 2024125 school holiday periods. For too many families In Blaenau
Gwent, holidays continue to bring heightened hardship, food insecurity, and social isolation as parents
struggle with increased food, childcare, and activity costs.
In response, the Aneurin Lelsure Sports Development Team, in partnershlp with Blaenau Gwent County
Borough Council's Food Resilience Team, expanded its targeted holiday programme to deliver a
comprehensive, community-focused solution.
Delivered 78 sessions across isolated areas of Blaenau Gwent, tripling last yearfs reach
En8a8ed 1,044 chlldren and youn8 people, providing access to healthy meals, safe activity spaces, and
enrichlng play opportunities
Worked in collaboration with 10 local cornmunlty groups, strengthenlng grassroots partnerships and
local delivery capacitv
Included interadive cooking workshops for children and parents, alongside distribution of ingredient
packs, recipe books, and essential kitchen appliances lo support nutritious home cooking
Integrated the initiative into the wider playscheme model, ensuring that nutrition and physlcal activity
are linked In a seamle5S, SUPPOrtlve experience.
Partnershlps and Communlty Engagement
The Llbrary Service has forged a new partnership with the DWP, Outreach lob-seeker sessions are held
at various Ilbraries and Youth Work Coaches deliver weekly drop-in sesslons at Abertlllery Llbrary.
The Library Service supported the local authority in September 2024 by assisting in the promotion of
residents, surveys 'Living in Blaenau Gwent,. All libraries acted as point of contact for distribution and
collection.
The annual SLA of £7,500 between Social Services and the Library Service has been agreed for another
year. This grant enables us to deliver a specialist Home Library Service to visually impaired users,
Libraries have further developed its collaboration with the Blaenau Gwent Food Partnership by
extending the offeroffree seeds to all library users. There has been a re-design of the'Little Veg Libra
and various healthy food themed activities.
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BGCBC'S communrty hub provision, which is located in all libraries, has become increasingly important,
providing vital support to local residents.
The numberof attendances at library events and aclivities has significantly increased over 2024/25. The
new outreach team have played an Instrumental role in delivering new projects and as a result have
attracted new audiences to the service. A key remit of thelr role is to increase school visits, There has
been a school programme of regular class visits to all librarles, whlch has had a positive impact on all
performance areas.
Over the year the Library Service has developed an integrated approach to deliver a wide range of
activities and events. We have further developed our partnership work, with approximately 50
organisations working in partnership with the Library Seniice.
The communlty have been fully en8aged In the Ilve, free muslc at Bedwellty durin8 the Summer of 2024.
The courtyard canopy was back with popular demand. Free Sunday Music was dellvered for 10 weeks
from the end of June through to the first weekend in September for the community to meet with family
& friend5, listen to great local musicians, engage in garden Eames with a fully served bar and kitchen
available to them. This area proved to be extremely popular with a regular 80-100 people attending on
a weekly basis-whatever the weather, the music Sundays have proven to be a key income 8eneratorfor
Bedwellty House & Park through the Summer season.
8edwellty House & Park worked in conjunction with Hospice of the Valleys to host their first 'Forever in
Bloom, sunflower event. Communlty members could purchase a sunflower which was locally made from
recycled materials. These were then dlsplayed in the grounds of Bedwellty. A service was held In memory
of lost loved ones. The event was very well attended by the community, brin8in8 many vlsltors to the
park and also supporting the Hospice with much needed fundralslng to continue with their incredible
work across the community. Forever in Bloom Is anlicipated to be an annual event for the Hospice,
The partnership with Tredegar Town Council brought 10 weeks of Brass Bands to the bandstand at
Bedwellty House and Park during the Summer period. This brought the community across the
generations together on a Sunday, enjoying the free live music and relaxing in the well.maintained
8rounds. In excess of 100 people per week attended the 8rass band concerts.
8edwelliy House has engaged in and hosted a number of event5 to celebrate national occasions such as
Armed Forces Day, Union fun day, Breast Feeding event, Bevan Festival. Each occasion is marked with an
appropriate celebration and community engagement event. They are also supported with local School
partnerships to develop artwork to display along the gallery corridorfor the wider community to admire.
The Bedwellty kitchen garden grounds team and volunteers had a very successful season with some
bumper crops. Volunteers in the garden and from Blaenau Gwent Youth Services tended to the kitchen
garden tirelessly throughout the year. Crops were used as part of the menus in the Orchld House Tea
Room. Vegetables were also available to the local community for a srnall donation should they want
them.
The Friend5 of Bedwellty Park continued to support Bedwellty with their attention to the sensory garden
ensurin8 the area is well presented and tended too. The Friends volunteers support the Christmas
programme with wrapping gifts in preparation for the Santa visits. Their efforts are invaluable.
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Tredegar Heritage Forum continued to deliver monthly Historical talks at Bedwellty House. Thls free
rnonthly talk, where a variety of guest speakers are invited in to speak about local history and heritage
of our locality. They are well attended by the comrnunity and also prove to be a social afternoon out for
some of the hardest to reach members of the community.
Tredegar Friendship Group continued to visit Bedwellty House on the first Tuesday of every month
throughout the year for a two-course meal and social afternoon. The 8roups started with 18 members
who would dine in the Miners Room, the group has grown in strength and numbers with now on average
40 attending monthly. The group of OAPS meet, eat and socialise which is for some the only occasion
they go out each month. Costs are kept low so it doesn't become a barrier to attending.
Bedwellty House hosted a Christmas Market the end of November 2024, where people browsed and
purchased crafts and gifts made by local smaller businesses. It was a great opportunity and some of these
small businesses had to provide their products in person, It was well received by all.
The Tearn at Parc Bryn Bach engaged in supporting a fundraising outdoor pursuits campaign in leading
them Ihrough, as well as participating in the National Three Peaks Challenges as well a5 the Welsh Three
Peaks Challenge during 2024. The campai8n was a great success, where the community followed the
progress of the participant5 raising funds for a worthy cause.
Parc Bryn Bach have hosted a number of charity walks and events throughout the year Includlng chase
the pudding Hospice of the Valleys fun run, Hope Charity Walk, You are not Alone men's Walking group,
to name a few. All raise essential funds for their charities which are making huge impacts on the groups
they work alongside and support,
The DBMax Tltan series event returned to Parc Bryn 8ach In Surnmer 2024 for their annual titan serles
event.
The Britlsh Cycle Cross event returned to Parc Bryn Bach for the second consecutive year.
The Bryn Bach Fishingclub hosted theirfirst everAn8ling cornpetition where 12 cornpetitors participated,
thls Is something they are hoping to make an annual event for the Fishing club.
The team at Parc Bryn Bach worked with Ken Sullivan and the Mlners in establlshlng a slte and launch of
the NCB gates memorial at Parc Bryn Bach. The gates are in memory of all those who worked for the coal
board and in particular to the forgotten 57 Miners who lost their lives in mining tragedies in neighbouring
mines. The gates were installed and launched with tributes of speaking, singing and celebration while
also in memory of the rich heritage on the local area. The gates have been welcomed by the communlty
and are a key point of visit for those visillng the park.
The opening hours of Parc 8ryn Bach were extended for the Summer period. Street Food Thursdays
continued throughout the season as well as the evening running and triathlon events returning to the
evenings for 2024. Parc 8ryn Bach became a hive of activity from 8am-8pm during the peak Summer
season with visitors enjoying the activities, using the dog friendly café. utilising the outdoor kiosk and
making use of the more relaxed terraced area overlooking the lake.
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Parc Bryn Bach Lake View Café & Kiosk exceeded all anticipated and projected income targets throughout
the peak season and continued to grow in popularity during the Winter months with an innovative
Christmas menu which became a social media hot topicl The team were inundated with calls and
bookings for the festive offerings and themed hot drinks.
The Lake Vlew Café offered seasonal employment to 8 young people durin8 the surnmer season. The
Lake Vlew Catering achieved a 5• Food Hy8lene ratin8 following inspection.
Case Study 4- Libraries Borrowbox
Borrowbox is a digital platform which offers library customers the option to download e-books, e-audio and
e-ma8azines. There are English and Welsh language books, fiction and nonfiction and books for adults and
children. Every download counts as a performance measure towards library standards. The 8orrowBox
platform is available through an app that rlvals paid-for consumer brands and it delivers a world-class user
experience that's simple and made to inspire. Thousands of titles are available free of charge, to all our library
members. There are many advantages to acce55ing digital content, including:
Digital lendin8 has opened up access to residents who may otherwise struggle to physically visit a library.
Listening can be done whilst multi-tasking.
Amendin8 eBook font size, type and background is a 8ame-chan8er for visually impaired readers and
improves the accessibility for many users.
Ideal for those who can't travel to a library due to time, financlal or moblllty limltatlons.
Avallable 2417.
Audio Is Invitin8 for stru8glin8 or dyslexlc readers.
It's great for bringing the library to people and signing up new, non-traditional library members.
The stock can never get lost or long overdue.
Helpful for those struggling to hold a heavy book.
Available whereverthe customer is geographicallv.
Listening to a book is relaxing for ASD readers.
Device usage and ownership is now the norm with people consuming more audio content than ever. 94% of
over 16 year olds own a smartphone in 2024 compared to 60% In 2014,
Performance over the last six months:
36% increase on e-audio
21% uplift in eBook loans vs IO% in the rest of Wales
As a resutt of the dernand and use within the borrow, additional fundin8 has been allocated to this area of
stock to maintaln satisfaction levels.
Feedback from customers accessing the service:
A morvellous service. the choice of titles is incredible.
I never run out of books onymorel
I have soved so much money by using BorowBox. I've concelled my subscription to other similar services.
I home school my children, the educotionol books ore such o greot support.
I work shifts so have no time to visit the library, this is perfect for me,. I sufvr with stress ond onxiety,
the self-help books have reolly helped me monoge.
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Case Study 5-1Llbraries) Home Delivery Service
The service has two designated home dellvery vans that
delivers library stock to housebound customers and hard to
reach communities. The Trust has recently signed a new
contract to lease two brand new Citroen Belingo vans. They
have received new branding, clearly promotin8 the home
Ilbrary service, with contact telephone numbers, and the
ser¥lce has already received several enquiries regarding the
sep4ice as a result of the new branding. We currently have 184
regSstered c(tstomers, wlth a specialist visually Impaired service,
offering a range of materlals and ser¥lces. This aspect of the
servlce receives an annual grant from social services to help us
support manyvulnerable customers with sight irnpairments.
We are able to loan speclalist CD players and tablets to Ilsten to audlo books, physlcal talking books and
dl8ltal resources including Borrowbox and Pressreader. Joe and Leigh, our home delivery Ilbrary asslstants
are able to demonstrate how to use the devlces and offer on-goln8 SUPOrt, Includlng dlgital assistance. Thls
service Is hl8hly regarded by both users and Social Services for the added value customer care received by
some of the most vulnerable Members of the community. Sometimes, the vislts from our staff are the only
Interaction sorne customers have on any given day. Apart from dellverin8 library stock, the seThice plays
vital role In sharing informatlon and si8nposting to other service5.
The servlce also dellvers to many care homes. day centres, hospltals, communlty centres and resldentlal
homes Sn the borou8h.
Comments received from customers:
Hoving tolking books delivered to me, Is such a lifellne, I don't know what I would do without the service,
os l om unoble to qet out ond obout anymore.
My husband Is vlsually Impalredond olso has dementlo. Havlng tolklng books dellvered to us. mokes such
a dlfference. They keep hlm relaxed andfocussed.. they olso help with hls memory. l om hls corer, I have
no tlme to visit the library, so l also hove books delivered to me, they help me sleep ot night. I've recently
had some books on Corlngfor someone wlth dementio, whlch wos very helpful.
I hove suffered wlth depression since losing my sight and mobility. Tolking books lift my mood ond moke
mefeel happler- thonk youfor such o great servlce.
I have been looned o toblet, I hove been shown how to downlood e-books ond e-oudlo. The library staff
have olso helped me set up an emailandshowed me how to use Amazon ond other sites- thls has opened
my world up. Being able to get online is so Importontfor onyone who is housebound.
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Case Study 6 - Sport in the Library Collaboration
The Aneurln Leisure Sports Developrnent Team, in partnershlp with 81aenau Gwent Libraries, has continued
to deliver Ihe highly successful Wiggly Words pro8ramme, which encourages children aged 3-8 to "jump into
a book and make thewords wiggle off the page". This innovative project blends reading with physical activitv,
transforming library spaces into playful, interactive environments that spark both literacy and movement.
Delivered consistently across all six Blaenau Gwent libraries during school holidays.
Expanded to local pre-school settings, broadening reach to early years children outside the library
environment.
Recognised as best practice not only locally, but also across the Gwent region, with neighbourlng local
authorities now repllcatlng the model to support early chlldhood development.
Engaged hundreds of young participants, reinforcing libraries as active, welcoming community spaces.
Sports Library Expansion:
The Sports Library project, launched in 2021, continues to thrive, offerlng free access to a wide range of
sports equipment through the Library Management Syslem.
Available across all four full-time Blaenau Gwent Ilbrarles.
Supported by additional fundin8 and Nalional Governlng Body INGB} donations, significantly expandln8
the available inventory.
Allows families to borrow items such as footballs, skippin8 ropes, and cricket sets forthree-week periods,
encouraging physical activity at home.
2024125 figures: 300+ items loaned, maintaining strong community demand and promoting equitable
access to sport and play resources.
Cultural Enrlchment.
Cultural Enrlchrnent
Libraries have an irnportant role of promoting Welsh hlstory and culture. As part of this remit, the seNice
held a local historytalk at Cwm Libraryon 22 May 2024 on the subject of'mernories of the Miners, Strike,.
th
As part of the 40 Anniversary of the Miners, Strike all libraries promoled stock and displayed
information. A talk was also delivered at Pen-y-Bont Nursing home In Abertillery.
The Library Service has made a strong commitment to the provision of Welsh lan8ua8e activitie5 and
resources over the year. The weekly 'Clwb Cymraeg, at Abertillery has grown in popularlty, wlth the
Welsh Language Support Officer for Blaenau Gwent. regularly attending the sessions. The service is
achieving the standard for the amount of Welsh stock purchased.
Welsh Baby Yoga is delivered weekly at Tredegar Library and number of Welsh Baby Rhyme time sessions
have been delivered across the service. We have strong links with Cymraeg l Blant, helping us support
many families through the medium of Welsh.
The Library Service has further developed links with the Welsh Language Offlcer for Blaenau Gwent bv
working in partnership to promote 'Shwmae Day, on 15 October 2024. Various events were held across
all libraries. including a Welsh teatime, 'Give Welsh a Go, and Welsh themed craft activities.
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The Library Service participated in the Big Welsh Rhyme Time during the week of 11-15 February 2025.
All libraries held under 5 session5, workin8 in partnership with BookTrust Cymru for the annual
celebration of rhymes, poems and songs.
Continuing the focus on Welsh themed activities, the Library Service promoted Saint Dwynwen Dav
(Welsh patron of lovel on 25 January 2025 with a range of art and craft activitles. This theme continued
to celebrate St Davids Day, with coffee morninES and craft activities in all libraries.
There are various groups that use the free library space for cultural sessions. The seNice has strong
partnership links with Gwent Family Society. Volunteers from ihis organisation deliver regular help desks
In all libraries, promoting FindMyPast and Ancestry.com. The Blaenau Gwent Herita8e Forum holds
monthly meetin85 at Tredegar Library and utilises the local studies resources based there. Blaina
Heritage Centre is based in the same building as Blaina Library, which provides an ideal link to workjointly
on shared Welsh cultural activities. Likewise, a cornmunity Museum is based in Tredegar Library, which
attracts many visitors researching the birthplace of Aneurin Bevan, plus other historical information.
Library staff and volunteers from the museum work together to provide a range of information and
resources to promote Welsh culture.
Soclal Responslblllty
The Library Servlce In Blaenau Gwent Is deflned around our locallty and the needs of local communitles.
From hosting cultural events and educational workshops to delivering reading activities and wellbeing
events, our service provides opportunities to build relationships and fosters a sense of belon8ing. Our
libraries strengthen social cohesion by seniing as vital community spaces, where individuals and groups
can connect, collaborate, and celebrate shared interests.
Ouring June 2024, the Library ServSce worked in partnership wlth the Regional Communlty Cohesion
Off icer (West Gwent) to arrange the hosting of an exhibitlon from Race Cymru to mark Windrush Dav.
Thls was exhibited at Abertillery and Tredegar Libraries.
The Library Service worked in partnership with the Local Authority in November2024 to raise awareness
of Pension Credit week. Cornmunity Hubs held additional support sessions In all .libraries to assist
residents with eligibility crhteria.
Abertillery Library also played a vital role In the support for flood vlctims in November 2024. The library
hosted a range of additional partners Includlng social services lo deliver face to face support to resldents
In crisis. Our core services offree Wi-Fi, PC use, refreshments and wam) welcoming spaces compllmented
this offer.
As libraries are drivers for social inclusion, our role to provide free social activities has been extended
over the year. All libraries provide coffee mornings. Cuppa and Companyi and host various social groups,
e.g. Knit and Natter and reading 8roups.
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Real Women Revolutlon Retreats
Expansion and Growth; Bulldlng on the success of previous years, the Real Women Revolution IRWRI
retreats expanded further across Aneurin Leisure venues during 2024/25. Notably. Ebbw Vale Sports
Centre emerged a5 a flagshlp site for Inclusive health events, hosting the International Women's Day
Celebration in partnershlp with RWR, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, and local wellbeing
leaders.
International Wornen's Day {IWDI: Ebbw Vale Sports Centre welcomed over 80 women to celebrate IWD,
featuring keynote talks, educational workshops, and interactive wellbeing activities. Highlights included:
Talks from public figures like Stephanie Webber (The Voice UK) on 50briety and resilience.
Sesslons from local champlons such as 'Bec's 8estles' on overcomin8 advers+ty and bulldlng
community.
Workshops addressing menopause, bone health, nutrttion, and rnental health (Including a session by
The Sport & Wellbeing Manager on "making the positive 1% chanEe"l.
Interactive wellbeing stands offerin8 resources on local health and fitness serrfices.
Future Plans: Due to the resoundin8 success of IWD, plans are now In place to replicate this format for
Internatlonal Men's Day In Autumn 202S, expanding the Trust's inclusive wellbein8 pro8rammln8 to
engage all communlty members.
Signature Events Across the Sports Centres
Beyond the RWR-affiliated events, the Trust delivered an outstanding calendar of national and local events:
Combat Sports: H05ted major event5 like Samurai Fighting Championships, Sland Up War {Muay Thail,
Dragon Flght MMA, Polarls Uprlsing IBra2illan Ju-jltsu), and Heads of the Valley Boxing.
Dance and Gymnastlcs.. Welcomed Born 2 Perform, UDO Street Dance Championships, KLA Dance,
Gymfinity Cheer, and Welsh Aerobic Open Championships.
Sporting Tournaments: Delivered 17 badminton, netball, and pickleball competitlons al Ebbw Vale Sports
Centre, attracting national athletes and local partlcipants alike.
Family and Comrnunity Events: Organised popular children's Halloween and Christmas parties at Ebbw
Vale and Tredegar Sports Centres, as well as multi-cultural gatherings in partnership with the BG
Resettlement Team, enhancing inclusion and community cohesion.
HYROX Simulations: Successfully launched the first HYROX simulation events across all three centres.
ignitlng local passion for functional f itness competitlons and produclng world-class athletes like HYROX
PRO Champion Lauren Stockley.
Parks and Hospitality
Weddings
Bedwellty House successfully delivered weddings and ceremonies in partnership with
Blaenau Gwent Registry Office. With a conversion rate of 80% of those attending a firsl meeting and visit
to Bedwellty durin8 this period, to making a booking, which is a small growth on the previous year.
Catering partner Lupin Blanc deliver the food element of the lar8er weddings at 8edwellty, always with
glowing reviews of food quality and service.
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The Orchid House Tea Room continued to thrive offering a varied menu of homecooked meals during the
week, the famous Sunday Roast as well as BBQ'S beer garden snacks menu. The Tea room extended ils
seating to include additional tables outside.
Sunday lunches at Bedwellty have maintained the reputation of good serrfice, 8ood food and overall
experience preceding the venue. There are a number of diners who attend on their own due to loss of
loved ones but keep visiting as they feel so welcome and comfortable at Bedwellty. The NPS scoring with
feedback from visitors has been introduced during the 2024125 period allowing the site to capture some
meaningful feedback.
The Orchid HouseTearoom came highlycommended for best placeto eat in the Southeast Wales tourism
awards in November 2024,
The NPS score remains in the 86 'excellent' resion for Bedwellty. Both sites take the feedback seriously
and work with the marketing team and wider partners where necessary to adopt a 'you've said - we've
done, approach to tendin8 to Customer needs and feedback,
80th parks maintained the grounds to exceptional standards throughout the 2024125 period. Parc Bryn
8ach working particularly closely with the Ecology Off icer from BGCBC ensuring achievlng the Green Flag
Award status for 2024 and being commended for Ils Nature Reserve status.
The friends of groups are an asset to the parks in supporting projerts and raistng funds. A nurnber of the
volunteers within these groups have stated how being part of the group and seeing areas develop in the
parks within thelr weekly gardening sessions gives them a purpose and makes them feel like they are
giving something back to the communlty they live in and love.
Christmas Party Nights returned to Bedwellty House with full capacity for the 2024 Chrislmas season.
Seven Christma5 Party night5 were sold out and delivered wlth visitors supporting from local buslnesses
and some travelling in based on the reviews and reputation 8edwellly has built in previous seasons. Over
700 visitors dined, danced and engaged in the festive spirit.
Wider social events such as Bubbles and Brunch, the Bedwellty version of 'Brunch Club, was launched In
2023 and continued to grow in popularity during 2024, becoming one of the most popular events in the
calendar, selling out month on month. Guests experience 90 minutes of live music, bottomless drinks
and quality 8razing boards, They are rnuch loved events.
A partnership has been established with the BGCBC Education Service who are, for an interim period,
housing the first intake of the new Welsh School to open in Tredegar in the near future into Bedwellty
House & Park. The school development is behind on schedule which meant there was nowhere for the
September 2023 intake to attend. 8edwelliy have worked with the necessary personnel to redevelop
part of the first floor of the house into a nursery classroom. Ysgol Tredegar based out of Bedwellty from
September 2023 for the full 2023124 academic season. This has further developed during 2023 with a
second classroom being developed to host both a nursery and reception class for the 2024 academic year
while the Welsh School is being finalised.
The Partnership with Tredegar Town Council has continued working together on a nurnber of great
events during the 2023124 season including the Brass Bands, Armed Forces Day, Bevan Festival,
Remembrance Sunday, and Christmas Lights Switch on. Events such as these are the heart of the
community and bring generation5 together.
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Parc Bryn Bach Maintained positive partnerships with the educalion services during 2024, being the go-
to provider for the out of ihe classroom engagement for Greenfields School, the Thomas Richards Centre
and Riverside PRU. The challenging young people attending frorn these settings have engaged in key
skills, outdoor safety and sorne completing module5 towards a Teamwork GCSE.
Local Business Partnerships
Aneurin Leisure Trust continues to offer local, regional and national organisations discounted
membership as part of our Life Card membership scheme and our driveto improve health and wellbeing
in the workplace. Corporate members are currently enjoying the corporate discounts in the area that
Aneurin Leisure operates. This product combines reduced rate5 for:
8ym memberships within our sport centres,
corporate hospitality and conferencing at Bedwellty House and Park and
Team Building at Parc Bryn Bach.
The Library Service has continued to support prosperity across the borough over 2024125. We have
continued to develop our partnership work with the Regeneration Department to increase footfall into
town centres, through supporting family events in the high street. Events were delivered in libraries
Ilnked to the themes of the events.
Bedwellty House & Parc Bryn Bach partner with a variety of local business in purchasing produce, milk,
Ice cream, fruit & vegetables, brewery, honey and coffee, all purchased from local suppliers.
Both siles partner with local providers to operate sessions from the sites such as Louby Lou StoryTelling,
Mini Movers, Local Musicians, Little Dragon Pizza Van, The Munch Stop and The Tex co. The parks utilise
local providers to operate events and workshops where possible to support,
The Tredegar Arms Hotel are key partners when booklng rooms for weddlng couples and actors when
dining events with special guests are or8anised.
Partnerships with BGCBC play tearn, Families First, Gwent Police, Tredegar Town Centre Manager,
Blaenau Gwent Education to support the delivery of activities and events.
Marketing and Communlcations
The key objectives for the Trust for marketin8 and communlcatlons during 2024125 were as follows:
l. Reinforce the Trust's charitable status and mission to improve community life and eslablish donation
channels across all sites. Goal to achieve donations of £15,000 total.
2. Increase revenue at Parc Bryn Bach for catering, accommodation and activities. Desired outcome 10%
increase over previous financial year (£767K}- £843,700.
3. Increase revenue at Bedwellty House and Park for catering, weddings and activitles. Desired outcome
IO% increase over previous financial year {£565KI- £621,500.
4. Meet Library Standards for 2024125. Desired outcome- WG standards achieved.
5. Meet ACL enrolment, retention and attainment targets for Coleg Gwent.
6. Exceed income for 20231241£2,714MI by 10%- £2.985,400.
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At the time of submitting this report, the end of year finances was yet to be advised, therefore achievement
against targets cannot be quantified. In addition, the charitable status project was delayed due to the
requirement of legally changing our name. This will be a priority in the next financial year to establish the
Trust strategically to enable us to seek donations. A plan outlining the required steps to do this is with the
SMT. Also, for footfall, some issues were encountered with the measuring of this, and an update is awaited.
The USP (Unique Selling Point) for the Trust contlnues to be:
'Aneurln Lelsure Trust- working to improve community life by Investin8 in local arnenities and improving
the appeal and facilities of Blaenau Gwent,.
Targetin8- all resldents in Blaenau Gwent and communities close to Blaenau Gwent, and tourists visiting
the area.
Media used was restricted based on visibility of targets and ability to prove ROI through a meaningful
budget and therefore, we maximised and prioritised the following channels:
O Social media
O On-site
O Webslte
O Signage
O Contenl creation
Communication vla the ALT app was limlted due lo St belng controlled by a dlfferent department and its
use being relevant to sport centre users.
Key messagln8 for each of the sites was as follows:
Parc Bryn Bach IPB8)- the hidden gem of Blaenau Gwent. The perfect location to experience nature at
its best, have fun with the family and explore the wonders of Wales.
Bedwellty House & Park IBHAP) - a vibrant venue for all occasions. Amazing herltage and beautiful
8rounds to explore or make your dreams come true.
Sports Centres the team at 8G Life Is committed to helplng you achieve your 8oals and be the best
verslon of yourself in terms of your health and mental wellbeing. Wilh state-of-the-art gyms, full digital
integration, swimming pools and ICK)s of classes each week, our flexible memberships provide you with
the tools to achieve your goals.
Adult Community Learning IACL)- helping you to achieve your acadernic and professional goals.
Llbraries the heart of the community. A wealth of support and advice to enrich lives and expand
horizons.
Corporate- Aneurin Leisure Trust- workin8 in partnership to improve communlty Ilfe.
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Customer Insl8ht/Satlsfaction:
Our ongoing customer satisfactton monitored through a Net Promoter Score for each of the sites continued
to be reviewed weekly and reported monthty, enabling us to monitor key issues prevailing within the
different business sedions.
Measurement of the NPS through Microsoft Forms is summarised based on the below scale:
What is a good NPS score?
-io0
| 50
70
loo
NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
i.ioo. o)
GOOD
GREAT ÉXCELLENT
10. 30) (30- 70) 170- 100)
Once again it should be noted that Adult Communbty Learning IACL) and Libraries conduct on80ing research
for Coleg Gwent and Welsh Government respectively. We belSeve that this Is the key reason for limited
responses In ACL in particular for Microsoft Forms, although we contlnue to encourage feedback through
onllne and on-site mechanlsms Including provldln8 each of the shtes wlth feedback tards to give out to thelr
Customers.
In addition, due to the static nature of the NPS feedback for Parc Bryn Bach we have Implemented another
mechanism to encourage feedback which will be monitored in temis of efficacy and relevante given it is
posltloned In the Lake Vlew Cafe.
NPS responses at the end of the flnanclal year, March 2025 provlded the followlng NPS scores for the
different business units:
> Sports Centres- 3- good
> Parc Bryn 8ach- 25- good
> BHAP- 84- excellent
> Llbraries- 92 - excellent
> ACL-45-great
CKR-92- excellent
The NPS survey is anonymous, however, where customers have left contact details, we have gone back to
them to address any concerns. For the sports centres, we have continued to provide ongoing 'You've Sald.
We've Done, communlcation Ihrou8h the app to address concerns and provide feedback to the comments
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It has been noted for the sports centres thal the feedback is dropping off in terms of volume and the sports
centre leads are considering how best to address this and to encourage staff to actively promote feedback.
In addition, a number of the lower scores relate to issues outside of the control of the sports centres, e.g.
parkin8.
Bedwellty House and Park (BHAP) / Part Bryn Bach (PBB) - Goo8le and Facebook Reviews:
Both BHAP and PBB have received consistent reviews on TripAdvisor of 4.5 and 4 respectively during the
period April 2024 to March 2025, although PB8 did drop brieflyto 3.9 in March 2025. 4.7 and 4.5 on Facebook
respectively and 4.6 on Google Reviews for both.
Examples of the comments are below.
BHAP
"Nice Ilttle park, hos an excellent cofé. Some areas of the pork especially the ponds needs some tlc but on the
whole it'5 pretty good.- (4.)
"Whot o beautiful ploce steeped in life chonging history. Stoff were incrediblyfriendly ond helpful. Food was
great. Thoroughly recommendedfor o visit." {5.)
-Interestlng house ond grounds. Food very nice albeit o limited menu." {4.)
"We ottended afamily wedding here on St Dovid's doy and could notfoult the venue or staff. The venue Is set
In lovely, well-kept grounds, unfortunotely the only thing thot could not be controlled was the weather. The
ceremony room wos beoutifully decoroted lor the actual vows, The reception room is o lovely size, not so
large as to intimidote but conversely SiZGble enough to enoble sufficient tables to the leftfor those with tired
feetfrom dancing. Now moving on to the staff who were excellent. Nothing seemed too much trouble ond
even at the end of the evening the smiles were os broodos ot the start. I would recommend the venue without
hesltatlon, of course os a guest I have no ideo as to cost butfrom rny perspective whatever it was it wos worth
"Attended the 'Let'5 go girls, event. Absolutely brilliant tlme, lovedevery minute. Con't woitfor another event
ond hopefully bcck ogoin soon."15')
PBB
"Lovely wolk around the loke with o nlce hot chocolote in the cofe.- (S'I
"Nice for o wolk and brilliantlor the kids. Will be down ogoin soon." {5.1
"8rilliontplocefvr o doy outfor oll theAomily, you have to go and seeforyourself. You won't be disappointed,
always somethlng qoinq on ot the weekends, the children wlll love it." {5•
"Fabulous walk around the loke but getting more and more commerciol which is a shome,. it's spoiling thefeel
olthe ploce."15')
"We love going to 8ryn Boch Porc to toke the dog for o walk around the lake, free parking, children's play
oreo ond a cafe." (5.)
"Greot children's play oreo ond o slide that toddlers con get to independently which you don't often seel
Lovely loke with lots of ducks, only let down by the café. Bring food ond drink if you can because the queue
was constontly so long it wos outside the building. Everyone in one queue for cold drinks, coffees, ice lollies
ondfull meols. Not very well monoged. Spent most of my time queuing to be honestl They either need some
vendlng mGchine5 or on ice creom von l Only redeemingfeoture of the cofé is that they serve Big Dog Coffee..
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Stafl Satlsfaction
The annual staff satisfaction sur4ey was undertaken during July and August 2024 and reflected last yeaes
survey to monitor changes in employee attttudes to the Trust.
Engagement last year dropped by 17% with 43% of staff responding. Of these, over 80% of respondents
would recommend working for the Trust and over 70% felt that they had good job prospects, benefits,
colleagues and the Trust was an all-round good ernployer.
Key themes from the survey were also highlighted, and an update to the actions from the survey are below:
Workin
Procedures
Confirmation that the central support team works to support the whole of the Trust.
Suggestions box- an online suggestion process (anonymousl has been implemented on the Trust's intranet
site.
Trainlng new employees. HR continues to investigate the feasibility of new employees undertakin8 thelrfirst
week's employment as an Inductton across the different buslness areas.
Inconsistency of decision makin8-this has been raised to the SMTto ensure that they communlcate, at least
monthly, on the key projects currently being worked through.
Lack of security because of fundlng. This does not only affect the Trust but the majority of organisations and
initiatives throughout Wales. For the Trust, the cost of ener8y has been a major factor in the reduction of the
reserves that we had built up bul the Directors and SMT are working tirelessly to secure new funding and
implement ways to reduce our energy costs
It is through these funding blds that we can secure the resources for future investment, to grow the business
and create a greater appeal for our commercial business areas, both across Blaenau Gwent and Wales. Thls
was communicated In the end-of-yearvideo to all staff.
Llmlted pro8resslon opportunitles In some areas of the business. All staff have been encouraged to ensure
their continuous professional development as a priority and to discuss their personal development with thelr
Ilne manager in 1-2-Is. The Trust has offered all staff the opportunity to undertake"Welsh in the Workplace"
training. As a small Trust and due to the strurture of our business it has been noted that staff do all their
tional trnining in working hours. bul the Trust will support staff wlth free learning resources through the
LMS365 which has now been rolled out to all departments.
Worklng wlth family and friends, The Trust has a policy that a line manager doe5 not manage a rnember of
theirfamily. As a close-knitcommunitvi it is difficult toaddress the issue of managingfriends, however, should
you feel that favouritism is being applied to certain team rnembers, the HR department has stricl working
policies to ensure that everyone is treated equally and the need to follow these will be reinforced to all
managers.
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Holiday carry over. Staff have been advised that should they not be able to take their leave and require
carrying over some of their leave, this is permissible. however, no holidays are automatically permitted to be
carried overfrom one entitlement yearto the next. On receipt of a written request from an employee totheir
SMT Manager, CDT will consider any request to carry over holidays, but this will be by exception only.
Planday. The issue of tracking Yime off In Liew (TOIL) and flexi on Planday has been raised. Planday does
include this within the 'Leave Accounts, section. All employees have been assigned the necessary TOIL or
Flexi Accounts.
In addition, the issue of advlslng rotas in advance has been raised. This has been discussed with the SMT
and 8reater notice, where possible, will be provided.
Wordlng of bereavement and slck leave letters. This has been revised where appropriate.
Maintenance. Our SLA with BGC8C is being reviewed and clarification is to be communicated.
Sta
Bene
The area of staff benefits was raised and the need to match BGCBC in terms of wages and benefits. The
findings of the survey reiterated that we do match BGCBC in terms of our Terms and Conditions, Grade and
Pay Structure, annual pay increase and our staff benefits are as follows:
26 days increasing to 31 days annual leave Ipro-ratal after 5 years
Local Government Penslon Scheme
Support to all staff throu8h the free Employee Assistance Pro8ramme- Care Flrst
Free membership to the sports centres for contract employees
IO% discount in the cafes at Bedwellty House, Parc Bryn Bach and Ebbw Vale sports centre
Support of the Cycle2Work scheme offering discount on the purchase of bikes
The benefi'ts are for Contracted staff only.
It was suggested that we publish an annual pay tlmetable highlighting all pay and cutoff dates by month.
Sorne facilities already publish this on their Planday and the HR team is reviewing this.
Sta
The relevant senlor managers have discussed staff rotas and strategles to ensure adequate coverfor all shifts,
Communicotion
The importance of good communication internally is paramount.
Planday enables communications to be sent to all staff through their assigned email address within the
platform. This is used regularly.
All staff are encouraged to review the intranet site and to actively follow the Trust's social media accounts
and to review the Trust's website for up-coming events.
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At the end of the financial year, through funding, funding was secured to install two electronic totems placed
at Ebbw Vale and Tredegar Sports Centres which will enable us to share with staff, and the community,
relevant communication materials for the Trust.
We are looking for additional funding for other sites and will continue to work with BGCBC on the libraries,
screens.
Staff Brleflngs. The annual Christmas party has been used as a platform for staff updates. However, it was
felt that as this did not encompass many staff. that an end-of-year video would be produced for all staff to
view instead thus providing all employees with the opportunity to see the update.
We are, therefore, looking to produce an annual end-of-year video that will be shared on the intranet plus
mid-year revlew statement from the directors.
Resources for marketlng. There is a limited budget for marketin8 communlcation. However, prior to each
financial year, the marketing budget is analysed, based on what knowledEe there is for the next financial year
for each of the business units and a budget proposed to CDT. Each business area is approached in the same
way. Part of the planning process is to ensure we prornote key areas of the business that help us meet our
vision to 'improve community life,. This include5 both commercial and non-comrnercial communication.
Also, at the end of the FY. we secured fundin8 to Implement a social media schedullng platform. Thls is to
assist the Trust with the need to expand our social media to include Welsh posts land in some instance,
plarformsl. A workin8 8roup has been a8reed of users of social media across the Trust and tralning Is planned
for all users in the early part of the next FY.
Formot o
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COT has committed to reviewing the format of the survey in 2025.
Customer Insi8hl
Aneurin Leisure Trust
At the be8innin8 of the flnanclal year, we undertook research with sports centre members and the wlder
8laenau Gwent comrnunity to understand perceptions of the Aneurin Leisure Trust brand and values. The
research was borne out of the need and desire for us to establish the Trust as a charitable organisation and
to understand the link with Aneurin Leisure and the sports centres due to the adoption of'Aneurin Leisure,
as opposed to BG Life by the sport and fitness team. Whilst the 'Aneurin Leisure, name fits well with sports
centres, It causes complications online, particularly with social media, for the Trust in the longer term.
The research highlighted the followin8 key learnin8S'.
Aneurin Leisure Trusl
Brand recognised with no overly negative perceptions
Nothing specific relating to Sport and frtness
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BG Life
Referenced sports centres rather than BG Life in terms of 'brands'
'Arnbivalent' to the 8G Life brand but we don't have any real evidence of this. but it did come above
Aneurin Leisure in the recall of brands
In terms of next steps, it was a8reed:
The Trust brand would be developed to review and update the values and incorporate the word 'Trust'
into the logo
Develop guidelines for implementation
BG Life would contintse to be used by the sports centres (referring to sports centres rather than Aneurin
Leisurel, underplnned by the ALT brand and that guidelines would be pro8ressed In the next financial
year.
The Trust brand and logo have now been developed in terms of inclusion of Yrust, into the logo and the
overall communication has been reviewed and guidelines set down.
Parc Bryn Bach
During May 2024, we undertook customer engagement at PBB to help us understand what vlsltors to the
park valued and to gain insight into what developments Ihey would appreciate at the park. The insight has
been evaluated and is bein8 used as evidence in funding applications, including a lottery bid to develop one
of the nature trails. News on this is awaited.
Communlty Engagement
The Community Engagement Off icer within the Trust has had a positlve and impactful effed on the Trust's
activities and its partnership working.
Some key highlights include for this financial year include:
Carers and Young Carers Support - ALT. in collaboration with 81aenau Gwent County Borough Councll
IBGC8CI Families First leam, has continued its support for young carers by offering a variety of discounts
at all ALT café5 and additional concessions on pay-as-you-go activities at Parc 8ryn Bach. This initiative
builds on the previous provision of 10 free swimrning sessions {benefiling 38 young carers) and now
include5 fully funded mernberships through a new partnership with NEWCIS.
NEWCIS is one of the leading providers of carer services in Wales, offering a range of support for unpald
carers including counsellin8, financial advice, peer support. and respite care, through its award-winning
'Bridging the Gap Gwent, IBTGGI scheme. This scheme is available to both adult and young carers across
Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly. Monmouthshire, Newport, and Torfaen.
Through the BTGG initiative, eligible carers in Blaenau Gwent now have access to all ALT sports centre
facilities via funded memberships. Furthermore, the Family Bridging the Gap Gwent (FBTGGI component
provides carers with up to £400 to spend on food, drink, and activities at Bedwellty House and Park and
Parc Bryn Bach. To date, 11 carers have received sports centre funded memberships totallin8 £3,757
through NEWCIS, though exact figures for FBTGG disbursements are unavailable due to direct payments.
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Additionally, planning is underway to enhance the use of polytunnels at PBB to grow plants and
vegetables, creating hands-on opportunities for young carers and their families to engage in sustainable
practices and promote wellbeing.
Community Klt Room (CKR) - The Community Kit Room, operated by the sports development team,
continues to thrive and gain recognition. It was recently shortlisted for the BASIS awards (top S out of 80
nominees) and has expanded its reach through strategically placed donation bins across all Trust sites
and The Den.
Key achievements include:
o Collaborations with BGC8C Waste Team to open a second CKR at Tredegar Sports Centre.
o Installation of 29 donation bins across schools, sports clubs, and community venues.
o Plans to Increase visibility through CKR-branded banners.
o Sharing good practice with other local authorities, such as Torfaen CBC and Pembrokeshire
County Council, inspired to replicate the initiative.
o Introduction of donation weighing to quantify envlronmental impact and contribution to Blaenau
Gwent's recyclin8 tar8ets.
o Support from the community, including a £200 donatlon from a Tredegar quiz club.
o Creative collaboration with the Youth Service and local artist Antony Smith to design a graffiti
mural on the CKR container at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre, to take place in early 2025126.
To date, the CKR initiative has supported 433 individuals with 956 items of sportswear distributed.
Tomcat Trlke Partnershlp- ALT has establlshed a valuable partnership wlth Tomcat Trikes, hostlng an
exhibition at Parc 8ryn Bach to assist dlsabled users. This collaboration has generated interest f rom the
Angelman Society, who plan to Use the site for future outdoor activities. The initial 2024 event was highly
successful, and a follow-up event is scheduled for May 2025.
Tennis Court Refurbishment
ALT worked closely with the Lawn Tennis Association ILTAI post
refurbishment of the tennis courts at Bedwellty House and Park and is exploring the recruitment and
trainin8 of volunteers to deliver free communlty tennis sesslons.
Communlty Engagement and Events
the community engagement officer actively participated in
numerous community events to promote services and build relationships, including: Freshers, Fayre and
Health & Wellbeing Days at Coleg Gwent- Cefn Golau Community Event- Men's Mental Health Event
IBlaina}; Coed Cae Community Housin8 Event- National Play Day and Family Fun Day at Parc 8ryn Bach;
Go Wild in Torfaen; Bridges+ Event in Ebbw Vale; Education Showcase Event at the General Offices; 999
Day at Parc Bryn Bach; 8laenau Gwent Schools Grand Councll; Antenatal 8aby Shower and International
Women's Day (Ebbw Vale)
Food Bank Appeals- The 2023 festive food bank appeal marked the fourth year of the initiative, with 10
clubs collaborating to combat food insecurity. The carnpaiEn supported 10 distribution points, including
food banks and community houses. David Spear Commercial Vehicles once again contributed by
providing logistics support. The appeal continues to grow year-on-year, having started with just four
clubs. ALT launched Its first Summer Food Bank Appeal in 2024, en8agin8 eight clubs.
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Chlldren Looked After (CLA) Pro8ramme- at the end of the financlal year, ALT started exploring how to
support the CLA programme and ALT will soon begin offering 10 free swimming sesslon5 for Children
Looked After. Referrals wlll be coordinated by education professionals and managed by the Community
Engagement Officer.
Active Travel - ALT has supported the installation of new active travel infrastructure across key sites
including Tredegar Sports Centre, Bedwellty House and Park, and Parc Bryn Bach. The communitv
engagement officer continues to work closety with the Active Travel Team to enhance access and
sustainability in local travel options.
Communication Support
In the perlod April to March, the marketinB and communlcatlons team undertook 443 individual jobs
supportin8 all buslness sltes. Thls Is In addition to the 230 ad-hoc soclal media requests from across the
business.
A selectlon of the work undertaken Is shown below.
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Other key projects undertaken in the second half of the financial year Include:
Development of the Trust's logo and brand guidellnes. A summary of the key issues pertaining to us
promotin8 the Trust as a charity is with the SMTto revlew to ensure that we have a solid basis on which
to promote the Trust to gain donations. The guidelines for the Trust, particularly the new logo featuring
the full brand name, ha5 been implemented with guidelines supporting its implementation. This is with
all SMT members to ensure that their business areas adopt the logo asap where possible. It 15 noted that
there will be a long tail of replacement of the logo across the Trust where there are cost implication5 in
doing so (e.g. SlBnagel.
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Welsh language development
during the 2023124 financlal year the Trust undertook signa8e
improvements to ensure that key signa8e at PBB was blllngual. Followlng the Welsh language
Commissionerfs Office's (WLCO) complaint procedure, a strategy and subsequent actlon plan was agreed
with BGCBC and the WLCO. Thi5 included all websites for the Trust being available in Welsh and English,
ensuring that all event communication includes reference to the fact that they will be conducted in
English (unless they are in Welsh), adoption of the Loomly social media management platform for rollout
to all usets across the Trust (FY2025126}, with clear guldellnes which the SMT has reference of to discuss
with their teams, on what needs to be done bilingually and what does not, the creation of a bank of
translation which is housed on the marketln8 intranet site foreveryone to reference and use. In addition,
we have continued to be guided by BGC8C's partnership team and theSr Welsh policy offlcers have been
supportive of the libraries in particular. to ensure that frontline staff are aware of their legal obligattons
when meeting members of the public. The rollout of this Is with SMT operational managers to adopt for
other areas of the buslness whlch are customer focused. Our online recruitment platform is available in
Welsh, with Welsh language abilities being desirable for all jobs advertised. Welsh in the Workplace
trainlng has been made avallable to all staff free of charge, to be undertaken In Ihelr own time. There Is
query over this, following the BGCBC'S Welsh pollcy off Icerfs presentation 8•ven the legal obligation of
orBanlsatlon5 to allow staff to do It durln8 work tlme. These actlons concluded in the WLCO closing the
complaint against the Trust.
Attended the National Education Show in Cardiff to promote the facilities of Parc 8ryn Bach and
Bedwellly House and Park to schools. The en8a8ement was excellent and has resufted in new schools
visitlng both parks for theSr educational facilities.
The Smplementatlon of updated communicatSon and sl8na8e was completed to reflect the new phones
numbers assigned to each buslness slte by 8GC8C.
Working with BGCBC, the new Abertillery Library and Aduft Communlty Learnlng Centre was opened at
Trlnlty Chapel, Involving a launch event. The Internal dressing and signage have been updated to reflect
the Ilbrary and learnin8's activities, and the communal area5 reflect the Trust's different business areas.
Worklng In Partnershlp
In addition to the work of the Community Engagement Officer, the Trust Is actlvely involved with the
Local Wellbein8 Partnership, the Local Nature Partnership (Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen), the Blaenau
Gwent Food Partnership, southeast Wales Tourism, the Blaenau Gwent Destination Management Group.
Dewls and the Independent Wellbein8 Network.
Web$lte$' Overvlew
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Durln8 this financial year, the Aneurln Leisure Trust website was vlslted by 25,376 people who viewed the
website 84,700 times.
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38,2CK) sessions were started on the website by visitors, while 23,854162.5%) of those 'engaged sessions.
lasted longer than 10 seconds and saw the user view at least 2 pages.
Throughout the year. there were 225.9fK) scrolling events (people scrolllng throu8h pages to vlew the
information) and the website gained an engagement rate of 62.5% which is above the average of 55% and
illustrates the website is well received and used.
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The above chart Illustrates the number of users over the year, illustratlng a high number of new users.
Durln8 the 2024125 flnanclal year, the Welsh verslon of the ALT webslte had a total of 94 vlews.
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The above chart illustrates how users found the website during the financial year.
Most of the traffic to the website comes from organic search, wlth 14,668 people finding the webslte vla
a search engine such as Google, up year-on-year.
7,768 people vislted the website dlrertly, elther through a bookmark or typlng In the website address to
their browser, up year-on-year.
2,168 people came to the site via organlc social media, either using links in posts, tweets, Instagram
stories or Sinks provided in the bio or profile pages, down 37.1% year-on-year.
Traffic from soclal medla was predomlnantly Facebook and Insta8rarn,
Referrals to the ALT website carne from varlous sources, with most coming from BG Inthistogether,
BGCBC, BG Llfe, Gwelco and JtoGo recruitment,
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The summary above illustrates the most popular pages viewed durlng the financial year, once again showing
a good mlx of all business areas. Events were sixth highest reflectln8 the strong interest in the wide range of
activitles run by the Trust but the highest overall was forthe libraries and ACL which, as the only website for
these areas of the Trust, is to be expected.
BG Llfe Webslte Analytlcs
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Durln8 Ihls flnanclal year, the BG Lrfe webslte was v151ted by 71,987 people who vlewed the webslte 317,100
tlmes.
139,600 sessions were started on the webslte by visitors, whlle 86,134 {c62%} of those 'engaged sesslons,
lasted longer than 10 seconds and saw the user view at least 2 pages.
Throughout the year, there were 804,900 scrollin8 events (people scrolling through pages to view the
Information) and the website 8alned an engagement rate of 61.7% which is above the avera8e of 55%. The
statlstlcs are very encouraging and illustrate the efficacy of the website's UX. It should also be noted that a
number of people are using the ALT webs¢te to access the BG Llfe website. It Is anticlpated that with the
refocus of the sports centres brand to BG Life this will see more dlrect traffic.
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The chart above illustrates the number of users for the financlal year, illustratlng a steady flow of new users.
There wa5 an unsurprisin8 dlp over the wlnter/Chrlstmas perlod
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The above chart Illustrates how users found the BG Llfe webslte durlng thls flnanclal year.
Most of the trafflc to the website comes from or83nic search, with 51,233 people finding the website via
search engine such as Google.
14,190 people visited the webslte directly, either throu8h a bookmark or typinB In the webslte address
to thelr browser.
4.616 people came to the slte vla organlc soclal medla, elther usln8 Ilnks In posts, tweets, Instagram
stories or Ilnks provided in the bio or profile pages.
2.969 people visited the website from the Aneurin Leisure Trust site.
825 visits were throu8h unassl8ned methods.
In addition, analytics show that trafflc from social media was mainly Facebook and Insta8ram.
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The above listings illustrate the most popular pages viewed during this financlal year, wlth the highest page
vlews on swimmin8 and the home page. The membershlp page also rated hlghly plus the indlvidual sports
centre pages. Hyrox has continued to be popular along wlth tactical pages includingchristmas opening hours
and temporary swimming timetables, implemented forthe holiday seasons.
Hyrox has also proven to be popular, along with information on local clubs and the community kit room.
The Welsh website for BG Llfe had 426 views tn this financial year.
PBB Webslte Analytlcs
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Durln6 thls flnanclal year, the P8B website was vlslted by 42,996 people who vlewed the webslte 143,600
tlmes.
61,400 sessions were started on the website by visitors, while 36,069159%) of those'en8a8ed sesslons, lasted
lon8er than 10 seconds and saw the user view at least 2 pages.
There were 372,400 scrollinB events (people scrollln8throu8h pa8estovlewthe Informatlonl and the website
8alned an en8a8ernent rate of 58.7% whlch Is above the average of 55%. Once again good statlstlcs.
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The chart above illustrates the number of users for the financial year, highlightlng peaks at the start of the
February half term and Easter.
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Tr•ffic Sowc•
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The above chart illustrates how users found the PBB webslte this financial year.
Most of the traffK to the webslte comes from or8anlc search, with 19.114 people flndlns the website vla
a search engine such as Google.
12,318 people visited the website directly, either through a bookmark or typing in the website address
to their browser.
10,524 people came to the slte vla organlc soclal medla, elther usln8 Ilnks In posts, tweets, Insta8ram
stories or links provided In the bio or profile pages.
922 people visited the webslte via a link from anotherwebsite, predominantly from the Aneurin Leisure
Trust slte with listing referrals, 8ov.wales, DofEand Booking Hound.
Email provided trafflc In a very small amount and is reflettlve of the email campaigns we undertook, due
to data sourcln8 and the lack of a CRM tool. Thls was related to an OWS survey done.
TraffSc from social media was again predomlnantly Facebook and Insta8ram.
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The summary above illustrates the most popular pages vlewed, with the highest page views on the home
page and go-karts, The cafe and Famlly Fun pages were also popular along with the Wellbelng Workhub
which has seen contlnuous use through the year and other key activities forthe summer includlng staying at
PBB. The local nature reserve also featured in the top 20 reflecting the work undertaken by the grounds
team and the BG biodiversity team.
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The Welsh website for PBB was introduced in September 2024 and has had 13S views thls flnanclal year.
Bedwellty House and Park Webslte Analytks
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For thls financlal year 25,780 people vlsited the webslte with 78.000 views.
37,400 sessions were started on the website by visitors, while 23.900 {64%) of those 'engaged sessions, lasted
lon6er than 10 seconds and saw the user view at least 2 pages.
Therewere 214,300 scrollingevents (people scrolllngthrough pa8es tovlew the infomiatlon) andthewebslte
gained an engagement rate of 62.5% which is above the average of 55%.
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users which was conslstent throughout the year Illustrating the appeal of the park's facilities.
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Most of the traffic to the webslte comes from organlc search, wlth 15,274 people flndlng the webslte vla
a search engine such as Google.
6,024 people visited the website directty. either through a bookmark or typing in the website address to
their browser.
3,803 people came to the site via organic social media, either using links in posts, tweets, Instagram
stories or Ilnks provided in the bio or profile pages.
503 people vislted the webslte via a link from another website, the top three bein8 BGCBC, Vlslt Wales
and ALT.
145 visits were through unassl8ned method5.
Social Media traffic was predominantly Facebook and Instagram wrth some from TrlpAdvlsor. The Bedwellty
House and Park website isn't monltored for Welsh use.
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Across the Trust's maln business areas, we use Facebook, Instagram and X to en8age with the community.
There has been, and continues to be, limited interactlon wlth the X platform and the results below focus on
Facebook and Instagram. During the next financlal year, we wlll be looking to move awayfrom X and we wlll
be explorlng the use of Bluesky.
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Reach for the Trust's Facebook page was down 18.8% durin8 this flnancial year. Throughout the year our
ALT Facebook content reached over 75K people and recelved almost 452K views. We gained 346 new
followers, and our profile page received 26K vlsits.
Two posts on swimming sessions were in the top S posts (reaching 34K people), driving traffic through to our
webslte to view ourswimming timetables. Customer updates on weather warnings at the parks and heating
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lan Increase of 55% on last year> and received over I million views. We gained 433 new followers and had
60K profile visits (up 40% on last year).
Our most popular post of the year was the announcement of the Frosty Aquathlon Series at Tredegar sports
centre, closely followed by the Clayton Shorthouse Memorlal Trlathlon at Ebbw Vale sports centre Iwhlch
also had the most shares and reactions). Other very popular posts Included information on aduli swlmmin8
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Hyrox classes across all our sports centres. The most popular vide05 were the ChrSstmas Hyrox class at
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content Interactlons and 107% Increase in profile visits. We have also galned 248 new followers. The top 3
reels were the Hyfox Games at Abertillery, Team ASC Hyrox preparing for the games and the early morning
friday Hyrox class at Ebbw Vale.
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The majority of Facebook metrics showed an increase on last year, with content reaching 705K people lup
59%) and achieving 1.6 million views. We gained 2.2K new followers {up 29% on last year} and recelved 123K
profile vislts (up 46%). Video performance was mixed, wlth 3-second video views Increasing by 691%, thanks
to two Chrislmas reels that received 1,100 views land were watched 227 tlmes), and the LNR grounds team
video Iproduced by VRP) which received 425 views. However. l-rninute vlews decreased by 20%, despite the
LNR video being watched 157 times and recelvlng 35 I-minute views.
A post promotingthe Wellbeingwork Hub and Its incredible views of the park wasthe most popular, reaching
170K people and generating the highest number of link clicks to the website (1.6K), highest number of
reactions {1.4KI and highest number of post shares11861. Other popular posts included activity ideas for the
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the SuBarloaf Sunset Experience as well as announcements on food updates for the park.
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post thanking a local Stroke Associatlon group for their visit, a selection of wlnter pictures at the park and
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8edwellty House and Park's Facebook Content reached 210K people (a slight drop compared to the last
financial year) and received 793 views. We gained 508 new followers and had 67K visits to the profile page.
The news of our 'highly commended, award at the SE Wales Tourism Awards was our most popular post of
the year and generated the highest number of reactions for the year too. Pictures of the park in winter and
our Chrlstmas market also proved popular, as well as event advertlsin8 for The Science of Sweets and Let's
Go Girls themed brunch. Our post on the Easter Bunny Breakfasts sent the highest number of traffic through
to our website, while the video of Trede8ar Cornmunity Band at the Christmas Market was our most watched
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increase in reach and 100% increase in content interactions. We Bained 213 new followers and received just
over 2K vislts to the profile page.
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were very active in poslting and updating on events and activltles they undertook.
The yearfs top 5 posts Included Informatlon on Communlty Hub penslon credlt sesslons, the launch of our
new library at Abertlllery, costume loans for World Book Day (whlch had the hlghest numberof post sharesl,
a special polar bear visit to the Ilbrarles at Christmas and an incredible LEGO creation by Oscar at Trede8ar
Llbrary LEGO Club whlch generated the highest nurnber of post reactions (335).
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Instagram performance also increased across the board this financial year, with content reaching 4.6K people
lup 60%), content interactions up by 100% and 632 proflle visits (up 50%). We also 8alned 99 new followers
throughout the year.
Free World Book Day costume loans were the most popular post, closely followed by infomation on free
children's activities for Fab Lab February and STEM themed Wiggly Words. Oscarfs LEGO Titanic at Tredegar
Llbrary's LEGO club was also popular and so was info on unpaid carers dropin sessions.
A video reel by @valleys mam on why her family love vlslting the Ilbrary receNed the hlghest number of
reactions13251, while a video of Wiggly Words at Abertillery was a150 popular.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 202S
The Sports Development Facebook performance has seen increase in all metrics this financial year. Content
reached 32K people and received 133K views. We gained 181 new followers lup IO% on last yearl and
received just over 6K visits to the profile page lan increase of 34%). The biggest increases in performance,
however, related to video content, with a huge 903% increase in l-minute views and a 630% increase in 3-
second views,
The launch of the new CKR donation bins at ALT venues was the most popular of the year, getting the highest
reach and number of Shares. Also popular were the Fit Fed Fun Rugby Camps (had the highest number of
link clicks}, Six Bells Sports in the Park and the retirement of Chris Garrett (which had the highest number of
post reactions at 9401.
Working in partnership:
Sports Centres:
BG Llfe Website and Social Medla.. Secured additional content for the BG Life webslte and ongoin8
social media support to highlight key me5sa8in8.
Promoting Playschemes: Supported the Sports Developrnent team in promoting their regular
Playschemes.
Membership Campaigns: Launched Summer and Autumn campaigns for new rnernberships focusing
on the overall benefits of membership, from as little as 63p per day.
Customer Journey Form.. Developed a customer journey form to assist sports centre staff wlth
onboarding new members.
Natlonal Promotions., Maximised national prornotions such as Nallonal Fitness Day and 81ack Friday,
and tactlcal promotions such as the 12 Days of Christmas and retreat days held at Trede8ar Sports
Centre.
Youth Sport Trust Partnershlp.. Worked with the Sports Development team to promote their
partnership with the Youth Sport Trust, ensuring it is presented on the 8G Life website.
NERS Pregnancy Pathway: Supported the NERS (National Exercise Referral) team, particularly with
their pregnancy pathway.
Improved Signage: Improved si8nage across all three centres, including the installation of selfie
mirrors at Abertillery Sports Centre,
Tredegar Sports Centre Pool Refurblshment.. Provided ongolng customer updates on the
refurbishment and subsequent reopening of Trede8ar Sports Centre's pool.
Community Kit Room Initiative,. Supported the launch of the Cornmunity Kit Roorn initiative by the
Sports Development team.
Website Analytics: Monthly visits to the website average around 7,300, with fluctuations particularly
around school holidays. The most popular pages are membership, swimming. timetables, the three
sports centres. pages, gyms, and contact us.
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Worklorce and Workplace Development
Aneurin Leisure Trust recognises and fully appreciates that our employees are the key to the success of
the Trust, The Trust employs c. 246 contracted employees (Full-time Equivalent 143.51 and in addition,
utilises casual relief posts li.e. 37 individuals at the end of March 20251 and is committed to the
development, health and wellbeing of all.
The Trust continues working toward5 a planned, systematic approach to improving our organisational
effectiveness, one that aligns strategy, people and processes to achieve our commitment to continuously
irnprove our customers, experience, which is essential to achieving this. The Trust links training and the
performance appraisals to our values and strategic priorities.
The Trust continues to meet with the Trade Unions on a regular basis and continues to have an excellent
workin8 relationship.
During 2024125 there has been a focus on growing the Trust's new online training platform LMS 365.
The system has been further developed to manage and monitor all staff training requirements, and 136
employees have successfully completed training courses during the year.
The Trust has continued to explore apprenticeship opportunities during 2024125. Four employees have
been appointed via the Aspire Apprenticeship scheme during the year.
The Trust's time and attendance system 'Planday' continues to allow improvement in rota and schedule
rnanagement across all sites. There is now focus on developing the system further to provide statistical
management reporting to aid with staff budget planning.
The introduction of SharePoint and the Human Resources intranet site has been further developed to
ensure employees are provided with essential workforce information.
A staff suggestion box has been added to the Trust's intranet sites allowing staff to submit any
Suggestions for improving the Trust's workplace or service.
The Trust continues to promote and increase its employee benefit offerings including cycle to work
schemes which has seen increased uptake each year.
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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
FINANCIAL REVIEW
The group has returned a general fund surplus of £262,905 before FRS 102 pension adjustments for the 12-
month period to 31 March 2025, within the same period there has been a draw of £60,019 from restricted
funds. The trading subsidiary. LLT limited has contributed a surplus of £24,108 to the group.
On l October 2014, the Trust was admitted tothe Greater Gwent Local Governrnent Superannuation scheme
ILGPS), a defined benefit scheme. The fundin8 deficit accruing to 30 September 2014 in respect of employees
relocating to Aneurin Leisure was retained by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council {BGCBCI. The Trust is,
therefore, only responsible for any Increase In liabilities occurring after the transfer date, wlth the Authority
actin8 as a 8uarantor for the previously accrued net deficit. The penslon liability on an FRS 102 basis as at 31
March 2025 has improved to £13,882m from a surplus of £8,454m In 2024. However, the pension fund's
actuary has considered the impact of accounting to recognise an asset ceiling forthe pension fund asset, and
they have assessed that the asset ceiling should be nil therefore the pension fund asset has been revised to
nil to ensure appropriate accounting treatment,
Principal fundlng source$
Within the period the Trust received £3,770,641 as a management fee from Blaenau Gwent County Borough
Council whlch included a £600.000 cash injection to ensure all servlces remained operational. Grant income
for the perlod amounted to £2,112,732 and the majority of the remaining income was recelved from our
customers.
The income is used to fund the operating costs of the facilities from which we deliver our charitable
objectives.
Reserves policy
It is the Trust's policy to build up over time sufficient reserves to rneet its charitable objectives on a
sustainable basis and cover the risks that the Trust faces.
The Trust alms to build up reserves to fund working capital. All annual surpluses not allocated to fund
working capital are available to fund investment in property and equlpment to improve seNice quality. The
Trust aims to maintain a minimum unrestricted reserve balance of £750,000, excluding any actuarial gain5 or
losses. There has been a significant draw f rom unrestricted reserves for the Financial Year ended 315t March
2025 and the Trust recognises the need to significantly increase its current level of reserves.
At 31 March 2025 the restricted reserves amounted to a surplus of £568,262. The unrestricted reserves
excluding the DB pension reserve arnount to a surplus of £197,618 {2024.' £71.7041. The pension reserve was
revised to nil as per the requirements of the actuarial adjustment for the asset ceiling. As at l October 2014
the pension deficit of £4,432,000 IFRS17 basis) is the responsibility of Blaenau Gwent County Borough
Councll. The underNritten pension balance relates to the deficit on the LGPS scheme prlor to the Trust's
inception. Due to the lar8e net asset position of the pension scheme at year end (prior to the restriction)
there is currently no fundin8 shortfall and hence the decision was taken by management in the current year
to impair this receivable balance down to nil resulting in the Pension Reserve also being nil.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Key risks
The Trust has a 20-year contract which commenced on l October 2014 with BGCBC with a review process
built in during years 3 and 4 to review overall performance in advance of agreement to continue with the
Trust forthe following 5 years. ALT seNices are currently being reviewed to establish a sustainable operating
model which will operate from 1$1 April 2026- 31$1 March 2031
As part of the contract, the BGCBC Management fee is reviewed annually and is subject to an index linked
uplift. The key challenge facinE the Trust is to grow income and control expenditure to continue service
provision within the constraints of the contracted management fee and the income that can be achieved.
If unsuccessful with attracting additional funding through various means including the Council, there will be
a limitation in providing investment into key areas, and this will also limit the Trust's ability to reduce its
dependence on the management fee.
The Trust recelved £2,112,732 (2024.. £1,840,295} of grant Income In the year, equating to 20.00% of total
incoming resources. The Increase in grants has been around through the award of Shared Prosperity Fund
grants, In the event grant income reducing in future years the associated expenditure currently funded by
the grants will also need to be reduced.
PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
The Trust faces a challenging period over the coming years mainly driven by the cost￿f-11v1ng crlsls whlch in
recent years elevated utility costs to unprecedented levels and although they have now decreased, they
remaln slgnlficantly higher than before the cost-of-Ilvin8 crisis and had a signrflcant detrlmental impact on
the unrestrlcted funds. As a result, the Trust are explorin8 every opportunity to accelerate business plan
projects, reduce operational costs where possible and review prices whlch we hope will ensure that services
remain fully available to Blaenau Gwent residents. The Trust is working alongside Blaenau Gwent County
Borough Council to review its operations to ensure that it continues to deliver the right services to 8laenau
Gwent in a sustainable way and thi5 is being sUPPOrted by an independent review in 2025/26.
STRucfuRE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governance
Aneurin Leisure Trust is a charitable cornpany limited by guarantee as defined by the Companles Act {2006).
The charity is governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association which establishes the objects and
powers of the charitable company.
The Trustees
The Trustees are also the Directors in accordance with the Companles Act 2006. The Board is made up of up
to 11 Trustees consisting of one employee Trustee, up to two local authority Trustees and up to eight
community Trustees.
Employee Trustees are appointed by the senlor management team of the Trust for a period of three years.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDEO 31 MARCH 2025
The community Trustees are appointed for a 3-year period, with recruitment process as follows:
Advert placed in local newspapers, on social media {Linkedln & Twitter) within the Trust facilities, on the
Trust website and other advertising resources as appropriate inviting applications. An information pack
is provided outlining the duties and roles of a Trustee and the application process. together with
information on the Trust.
Applications will be shortlisted based on criteria specified within the personal specification and job
description and assessment of the appllcant5' particular skills and expertise to cover both community
Interest and commercial/business knowledge {such as Finance, Human Resources, Sales and Marketing).
The Interview/Appointrnent Panel will comprise of three members and wherever possible panels will
have a gender/race balance. Panel members should include two Trustees (Chair and/or Vice Chair, or
otherTrusteel, a Trust Seniorofficer {Director of Resources or Director of Operations} with support from
the Human Resource Service, where appropriate. In circumstances where there is a need to involve more
than three members on an interview panel, then this should be discussed in advance and agreed with
the Human Resource Service lit may be necessary on occaslons for additional Members to sit in on a
panel to obseNe the process for developmental purposes).
The appointment of Trustees will be made by the Board of Trustees following recommendation5 from
the Interview/Appointment Panel and be based on not only the assessment of whether individuals are
suitable to be Trustees bul also achieve a balance of skills on the Board. For example, it is important to
have a balance of buslness skills and also geographical locations as well as interests {lei5ure, arts,
community education, libraries, overall wellbeing. etc.)
The Interview/Appointment Panel will recommend to the Board of Trustees of their preferred option to
appoint a Trustee and following agreement to proceed, will confirm the offer to the selected
candidate{sl.
The offer of appointment to be a member of the Board of Trustees wlll be subject to satlsfactory
references belng obtalned.
All Trustees are provided with the following documentation on induction;
Declaration of Interests form
Rehabilitation of Offenders form
Equality & Diversity Monitorin8 form
Trustee Code of Conduct Policv
Trustee Conf identiality Policy
Health & Safety Policy
Equal Opportunities Policy
Memorandum and Articles of A550ciation
Schedule of Matters
All Trustees are also members of the Charitable Trust which is limited by guarantee.
All Trustees receive induction training with regard to the organisation including its powers and objects and
the Charitable Trust itself. Trustees will be offered further training opportunities during their tenure.
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Structure of the Charity
The Board of Trustees meets quarterly. The Charitable Trust operates a Finance sub-group to advise and
report to the Board of Trustees.
A Corporate DirectorTeam manages the day-to-day operations of the Charitable Trust, supported by a Senior
Management Team.
Or8anlsatlonal Structure and Declslon-Makln8 Process
The Board retains overall accountability for the management of the Charitable Trust.
The day-to-day operations of the Charitable Trust are managed bythe Trust's Corporate Dlrectors and Senior
Management Team. The Senior Management Team is given strategic direction by the Board of Trustees (the
Board) regarding the provision and operation of the services.
The Charltable Trust operates a business planning process whereby strategic priorities and targets directed
by the 8oard and shared with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council flow from the business plan into
quarterly reports and an annual delivery plan. This is fully embedded and central to our planning and
bud8etin8 cycles and drives operational performance.
Remuneratlon of Key Management Personnel
Rernuneration of Key Management Personnel is revSewed annually alongside the other employees of the
company by the main Board as part of the annual budget setting process.
Related Parties
The Charitable Trust has a relationship with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council, who provides funding
in the form of a management fee to enable the Charitable Trust to carry out its charitable objectives,
The Charitable Trust owns 100% of the ordinary share capital of LLT Ilmited, LLT Ilmlted rents camping and
caravannlng pltches al Parc Bryn Bach.
Co-operation with other organlsatlons
As a community-based organisation operatin8 throughout Blaenau Gwent. Aneurln Lelsure Trust structures
large elements of its Strategic planninE and operational service delivery having due regard to partner aim5
and objectives, particularly Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council. Work plans specifically identify how the
Trust will contribute to delivering on broader social agendas working with the health, education and
voluntary sectors.
Risk Management
The Charitable Trust has developed a risk management plan to identify risks and rlsk m￿lgatIOn measures at
corporate level, The risk register is reviewed on a regular basis. The Trustees have a duty to identify and
review the rlsks to whlch the charity is exposed and to ensure appropriate controls are in place lo provide
reasonable assurance against fraud and error.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
REFERENCE AND AOMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY AND ITS TRUSTEES
Aneurin Leisure Trust
(Formerly Life Leisure Trust)
Charity name:
TradSn8 name:
Aneurin Leisure
Company re8iStratlon
number;
08951503
Charity registration number:
1159092
Registered office:
Bedwellty House
Morgan Street
Trede8ar
Gwent
NP22 3XN
Trustees:
Date of Appt.
12/05114
12105114
26103119
27/01120
14/08123
18110123
18/10123
Mr Lyn Evans-chair
Mrs Donna Hardman
Mr Richard Dando
Mr Stephen Priestnall
Mr Steven Hughes
Mr Matthew 8urkitt
Mrs Ceri Waters
Key Management Personnel: Mrs Nichola Morden-Tew
Mr Phillp Sykes
Dlrector of Resources
Director of Operations
Bankers:
8arclays Business Banking
South Wales Team
3rd Floor Wind50r Court
3 Windsor Place
Cardiff
CFIO 3ZL
Solicitors (Employment Law): Capital Law LLP
Capital Building
Tyndall Street
Cardiff
CFIO 4AZ
Auditors:
Azets Audit Setvices Limited
Ty Denm
Lime Tree Court
Cardiff Gate Business Park
Cardiff
CF23 8AB
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Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities
The trustee5 (who are also directors of Aneurin Leisure Trust for the purposes of company lawl are
responsible for preparing the Trustees, Report (incorporating the strategic report and directors, report) and
the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards,
including Financial Reporting Standard 102: The Finoncial Reporting Standard applicoble in the UK ond
Republic of Irelond (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true
and falr view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and the 8roup and of the income and
expenditure, of the charitable company and group for that perlod. In preparing these financlal statements,
the trustees are required to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them conslstently;
obseThe the rnethods and principles in the Charities SORP;
make judgments and accountin8 estimates that are reasonable and prudent,.
state whelher appllcable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material
departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements, and
prepare the financial statements on the goin8 concern basis unless It is inappropriate to presume that
the charitable company will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for maintaining proper accountln8 records which disclose with reasonable
accuracy at any time the financial positlon of the charitable cornpany and enable them to ensure that the
financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the
assets of the charitable company and the group and hence for taking reasonable steps for the preventlon
and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
In so far as the trustees are aware:
there is no relevant audit informatlon of which the charitable company's auditors are unaware,. and
the trustees have taken all steps that they ought to have taken to make themselves aware of any
relevant audit Inforrnatlon and to establish thal the audltors are aware of that information.
The trustees are responsible for the maintenance and integrlty of the corporate and f inancial information
included on the charitable company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation
and dissemination of f inancial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.
Sl8ned on behalf of the Board of Trustees
Mr Lyn Evans
Trustee
Date: 11 December 2025
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REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT AUOITORS
TO THE TRUSTEES OF ANEURIN LEISURE TRUST
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of Aneurin Leisure Trust {the 'parent charitable company'l and its
subsidiaries (the 'group'l for the year ended 315f March 2025 which comprise the consolidated Statement of
Financial Activities, the consolidated and parent 8alance Sheet, the consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
and notes to the financial statements. including significant accounling policies. The financial reportin8
framework that has been applled in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting
Standards, includln8 Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financiol Reporting Stondord opplicoble in the UK
ond Republic of Irelond {United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice) and the Charities SORP.
In our opinion the financial statements:
8ive a true and fair view of the state of the group's and parent charitable company's affalr5 as at 3111
March 2025, and of the8roup's incoming resources and application of resources, including its income
and expenditure, for.the year then ended;
have been properly prepared in accordance with Unlted Kingdom Generally Accepted Accountin8
Practice; and
have been prepared In accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 and the
Charities SORP 2019.
Basis for oplnion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditin8 IUKI {ISAs (UKI) and
applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described In the Auditorfs
responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements sectlon of our report. We are independent of the
group and parent charitable company in accordance with the ethical requlrements that are relevant to our
audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC'S Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our
other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we
have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Concluslons relatlng to goln8 concern
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trustees, use of the going concern basls of
accou nting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.
Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainlies relating to events
or conditions that, individually or collectivelyi may cast $18nificanl doubt on the groups or parent charitable
company's ablllty to continue as a goin8 concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the
financial statements are authorised for issue.
Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the trustees with respect to goln8 concern are described in the
relevant sections of this report.
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Other information
The other information comprises the information included in the Report of the Trustees, other than the
flnancial statements and our auditorfs report thereon.The trustees are responsible for the other
information contained within the annual report Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the
other information and, except to the extent othenvise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any
form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so,
consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial Statements or our
knowled8e obtained in the course of the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify
such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether
this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves, If, based on the work we
have performed. we conclude that there Is a material misstatement of this other information, we are
required to report that fact.
We have nothing to report in this regard.
Oplnlons on other matters prescrlbed by the Companies Act 2006
In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:
the information Eiven in the trustees, report (incorporating the strategic report and the directors,
report) for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared is consistent wlth the
financial statements; and
the strategic report and the directors, report have been prepared in accordance with applicable legal
requirernents.
Matters on whlch we are required to report by exceptlon
In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the group and parent charitable company and its
environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstaternents in the
strate8ic report and the directors, report.
We have nothin8 to report In respect of the followin8 matters in relation to whlch the Companles Act
2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:
adequate accounting records have not been kept by the parent charitable company• or returns
adequate for our audil have not been received from branches not visited by us. or
the parent charitable company's financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting
records and returns; or
certain disclosures of directors, remuneration specified by law are not made. or
we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit.
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TO THE TRUSTEES OF ANEURIN LEISURE TRUST
Responsibilities of Trustees
As explained more fully in the statement of Trustees responsibilities, the Trustees. who are also the directors
of the Charityforthe purpose of company law, are responsible forthe preparation of the financial statements
and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Trustees
determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the Trustees are
responsible for assessing the parent charitable company's ability to continue as a 80ing concern, disclosin8,
as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the
Trustees either Intend to liquidate the group or the parent charitable company or to cease operations, or
have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditorfs responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are
free from material misstaternent, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that
includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit
conducted In accordance wilh ISAS (UK) will always detect a materlal rnlsslatement when it exists.
Misstatements can arise f rom fraud or error and are considered material if, individua Ily or in the aggregate,
they could reasonably be expected to influence the economlc decisions of users taken on the basis of these
financial statements.
A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council's website at:
https://www.frc.org.uVauditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor's report.
Extent to whlch the audit was consldered capable of detectin8 Irregularities, includln8 fraud
Irregularltles, Includlng fraud, are Instances of non-compliance with laws and re8ulatlons. We design
procedures in Ilne wbth our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements In respect of
irregularities, Includln8 fraud. The e*(ent to which our procedures are capable of detectin8 irre8ularities,
including fraud.
We obtain and update our understanding of the entity, its activities, its control environment, and likely future
developments, including in relation to the legal and ￿gUlatOry framework applicable and how the entity is
complyin8 With that framework. Based on this understanding, we identify and assess the risks of material
misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit
procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that Is sufficient and appropriate to provide
a basis for our opinion. This includes consideration of the risk of acts by the entity that were contrary to
applicable laws and regulations, including f raud.
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In response to the risk of irregularities and non-compliance with laws and regulations, includlng fraud. we
designed procedures which included:
Enqulry of management and those charged wlth governance around actual and potential litigation and
clalms as well as actual, suspected and alleged fraud;
Reviewin8 minutes of meetin8s of those charged with governance:
Assessing the extent of compliance with the laws and regulations considered to have a direct material
effert on the financial statements orthe operations of the entity through enquiry and inspection.
Reviewlng financial statement dlsclosures and testin8to supportin8 documentation to assess compliance
with applicable laws and regulations:
Performing audit work over the risk of management blas and overrlde of controls, IncludlnB testln8 of
Journal entries and other adjustments for approprlateness, evaluating the buslness rationale of
slgniflcant transactions outside the normal course of business and reviewing accounting estimates for
Indicators of potential blas.
Because of the inherent limitations of an audlt, there Is a risk that we wlll not detect all irregularltles, Includlng
those leadlngto a material misstatement in the financlal statements or non-compliance with regulation. Thls
rlsk Increases the more that compllance with a law or re8ulatlon Is removed from Ihe events and tran5artlons
reflected in the financial statements, as we wlll be less likely to become aware of instances of non-
compllance. The risk of not detectin8 a materlal mlsstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one
resultlng from error, as fraud may involve colluslon, forgery, intentional omlssions. misrepresentatlons, or
the overrlde of internal control.
We communicate with those charged wlth governance regardln8, amon8 Other matters, the planned scope
and tlmlns of ihe audlt and slgnlflcant audit findlngs, Includln8 any si8niflcant deflclencles In internal control
that we Identlfy durln8 our audlt.
Use of our report
Thls report is made solely to the charltable companvs members, as a body, in accordance wlth Chapter 3 of
Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state lo the
charStable companrfs members those matters we are requlred to State to them In an audltorfs report and for
no other purpose. To the fullest extent permltted by law, we do not accept or assume responslblllty to
anyone other than the charltable company and the charltable companvs members, for our audSt work, for
thls report, or for the oplnlons we have formed.
Cra18 Yearsley Isenlor Statutory Audltor)
For and on behalf of Azets Audlt Servlces
Chartered Accountants and Statutory Auditors
Ty Derw
Lime Tree Court
Cardiff Gate Business Park
Cardlff
CF23 8AB
Date 12 Clecember 202S
Azets Audit Services is eligible to art as an auditor in terms of section 1212 of the Cornpanies Act 2006,
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CONSOUDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
(Incorporating the income and expenditure account)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Total
funds
Total
Funds (As
restated)
2024
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Note
2025
Income and endowments from:
Donations and legacies
Charitable activities
Other trading activities
Total Income ond endowments
1,014
9,093,415
24,365
9,118,794
1,014
10,566.214
24.365
10,591,593
1,000
9,441,003
26,275
9,468,278
1,472,799
1,472,799
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
Total expenditure
8,855,889
8,855,889
1,532,818
1,532,818
10,388,707
10,388,707
10,490,813
10,490,813
Net (expenditureJ/income
262,905
{60,019}
202,886
(1,022,535)
Transfers between funds
15,16
Other recoqnlsed goins/{10ssesJ.'
Actuarial (lossesl18ains on
defined benefit pension schemes
Restriction on defined benef it
pension schemes
Impalrment of defined benefit
pension scheme debtor
20
5,291,000
5,291,000
3,277,000
{5,428,000)
15,428,000) 18,454,000)
{4,432,000)
14,432,000)
Net movement infvnds
14,306,095)
(60,0191
(4,366,114) {6,199,535)
Reconciliation of Funds
Total funds brought forward
Totalfvnds carriedfvrword
15,16
16,17
4,503,713
197,618
628,281
568,262
5,131,994
765,880
11,331,529
5,131,994
All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
The statement of financial activities also complies wlth the requirements for an income and expenditure
account under the Companies Act 2006.
The notes on pages 84- 114 forrn part of the financial statements
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES - CHARITY ONLY
(Incorporating the income and expenditure account)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Total
Funds
Total
Funds (As
restated)
2024
Unrestrlcted
funds
Restricted
funds
Note
2025
Intome and endowments from:
Oonations and legacies
Charitable activities
Other income
Total income and endowments
25,122
9,093,415
25.122
10,566,214
20,815
9,441,003
4,417
9.466,235
1,472,799
9.118.537
1,472,799
10.591,336
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
Totol expendlture
8,855,632
8.855.632
1,532,818
1,532,818
10,388,450
10,388,450
10,488,797
10,488,797
Net {expenditureJ/lncome
262,90S
(60,0191
202,886
11,022,562)
Transfers between funds
15,16
Other re¢o8nlsed galns/llosses).'
Actuarial Ilosses}18ains on deflned
benefit pension schemes
Restriction on defined beneflt
pension schemes
Impairmenl of defined benefit
pension scheme debtor
20
5,291,000
5,291,000
3,277,000
(5,428,000)
{5,428,0001
18,454,000)
(4,432.0001
{4,432,0001
Net movement In fvnds
14.306.095)
(60,0191
14,366,114)
16,199,562)
Recontiliatlon of Funds
Total funds brought forward
Totalfvnd5 carriedfvrniord
15,16
16,17
4.503,713
197.618
628,281
568,262
5,131,994
765,880
11,331,556
5.131,994
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses reco8nised in the year.
All income and expenditu￿ derive from continuing actlvlties.
The statement of financial actlvltles also complies with the requirements for an Income and expenditure
account under the Companies Act 2006.
The notes on pages 84 - 114 form part of the flnanclal statements
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEEr
AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Note
Fixed assets:
Tangible assets
398,770
492,335
Current assets:
Stocks
Oebtors
Cash at bank and in hand
li
12
15,370
77S,602
634,859
1,425,831
20,889
5,203,457
563,682
5,788,028
Llabllltles:
Creditors: Amounts falling due
within one year
13
1861,9691
{883,721
Net current assets
Total assets less current Ilabllltles
563,862
962,632
4,904,307
5,396,642
Creditors: Amounts fallin8 due after
more than one year
Net assets excludlnq penslon
liobility
14
(196,7521
1264,648)
765,880
5,131,994
Defined benefit pension scheme
liability
20
Net (liabilities)/ assets
765,880
5,131,994
The funds of the charSty:
Restricted income funds
Unrestricted income funds
Pension reserve
15
16
16
568,262
628,281
197.618
71,704
4,432,009
197,618
765.880
4,503,713
5,131,994
Total charlty funds
17
These financlal statements were approved by the Board of Directorsnrustees on 11 December 2025
Mr Lyn Evans
Trustee
The notes on pages 84- 114 forrn part of the flnancial statements
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CHARITY BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Note
Fixed assets:
Tangible assets
Investments
398,770
492.335
io
492,336
Current assets:
Stocks
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
li
12
15,370
794,073
616,387
1,425,830
20,889
5,204,893
562,245
5,788,027
Llablllties:
Creditors.. Amounts falling due
within one year
13
1861,9691
1883,7211
Net current assets
Total assets less current liabilities
563,891
962.632
4,904,306
5,396,642
Creditors: Amounts falling due after
more than one year
Net ossets excludlnq pension
liability
14
{196,752)
{264,6481
765,880
5,131,994
Defined benefit penslon scheme
Ilabilitv
20
Net (Ilabilities)/ assets
765,880
5,131,994
The funds of the charity:
Restricted income funds
Unrestricted income funds
Pension reserve
15
16
16
568,262
628,281
197,618
71,704
4,432,009
197,618
765,880
4,503,713
5.131,994
Total charity funds
17
These financial statements were approved by the Board of Directorsnrustees on 11 December 2025
Mr Lyn Evans
Trustee
The notes on pages 84 - 114 form part of the financial staternents
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CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT
A5 AT 31 MARCH 2025
Note
2025
2024
Net cash provided by/lused In) operating activities
21
98,737
{712,809)
Cash flowsfrom investing activities..
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
Net cash provided used in Investing activities
127,560)
(27,560)
{112,491)
{112,491)
Change In cash and cash equlvalents in the reportlng period
71,177
<825,300)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period
21
563,682
1,388,982
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reportlng perlod
21
634.859
563,682
The notes on pages 84 - 114 form part of the financial statements
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Legal form and address
Aneurin Leisure Trust is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales.
The registered office 15 Bedwellty House, Morgan Street, Trede8ar, NP22 3XN.
Basis of preparation
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document, the
Companies Act 2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities". Slatement 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 1021" {effectlve l January 20191. The
charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The financial statement5 are prepared in 5terllng, which is the functional currency of the charltv.
Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the hlstorical cost conventlon. The principal
accounting pollcies adopted are set out below.
No separate cash flow staternent has been presented for the charity itself as the charity has taken
advantage of the exemptions In paragraph 1.12 of FRS 102.
Group financial statements
These consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of Aneurin Leisure Trust
(the charitable company) and LLT Limited its wholly owned trading subsidiary, made up to 31 March
2025.
These financial statements consolidate the results of the charity and its wholly owned subsidiary on
a line-by-line basis.
The trading results of the subsidiary are disclosed in note 10 to these f inancial statements.
Golns concern
The 8roup made a surplus (before any OCI movements) of £202,886 for the year ended 31st March
2025 of which £262,905 related to unrestricted funds. The trust is predicted to be in a breakeven
position for the financial year ending 31. March 2026 and make profits going forward. Membership
and usage numbers for facilities have continued to grow and are now exceeding the numbers from
pre-covld.
The trust has prepared forecasts for a period of more than 12 months from the date of signing the
financial statements, these forecasts demonstrate that the trustees have a reasonable expectation
that the trusl has adequate cash reserves and resources to continue in operational existence for
the foreseeable future. They have been prepared on a worst case scenario and with the Trust being
ahead of the 2025126 forecast. Cash resetves at the date of signing the financial statements are
strong.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
AccouNfiNG POLICIE51continuedl
Fund accounting
The charity ha5 various types of funds forwhich it is responsible, and which requirefurtherdisclosure.
These are as follows..
Restrlctedfvnds are earmarked by the donor for specific purposes. Grant income received to fund
capital expenditure is held in restricted reserves. The balance is transferred to unrestricted reserves
In future years at the same rates as to match the depreciation char8es of the related assets.
Revenue funds restricted by the donor are matched agalnst expenditure as appropriate.
Unrestrlrtedfvnds are expendable at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the objects of
the charity. In addition to expenditure on the principal activities of the charity these funds can be
held in order to fund capital expenditure.
Income recognltlon
Income is recognised when the charlty Is legally entitled to it after any performance conditlons have
been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and It is probable that Income wlll be recelved.
Certain income Is received in advance of the provision of the relevant service and as such is deferred
until the service commences.
The mana8ement fee is an unrestricted fund which is available for use at the discretion of the
Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charitable company. The income is invoiced
and recognlsed In the perlod to whlch It relates.
Income from grants is recognised when the charlty has entitlement to the funds, any performance
condition5 attached to the grants have been met, it is probable that the income will be received, and
the amount can be measured reliably. Income from grants is deferred only when the terms and
conditions of the grant permit the income to be deferred to future periods.
Turnover is the amount derived from ordinary activities, and stated aftertrade discounts, other sales
taxes and net of VAT,
Income from grants is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds. any performance
conditions attached to the grants have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and
the amount can be measured reliably and is not deferred.

ANEURIN LEISURE TRUST
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ACCOUNTING POLICIES Icontlnued}
Expenditure recognition
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a
third party, it is probable that settlement will be required, and the amount of the obligation can be
measured reliably. Expenditure is classrfied under the following activity headings:
Expenditure on charltable activities Includes all costs relatln8 lo the furtherance of the charlty's
objectives as stated in the trustees, report and their associated support costs.
Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred.
An analysis has been provided for the charitable activities on a departmental basis.
The departments are defined as follows:
The departrnents are defined as follows:
Training and Librarles
Culture, Parks and Events
sports and Fltness
Central Support Serwices
Costs where possible are attributed directly to the activity in which they relate. Where costs cannot
be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities based on income
received in the year,
Governance costs comprise all costs Involving public accountability of the charity and its compliance
with regulation and good practlce.
Netting off of income agalnst expenditure
It is not the policy of the charitable company to show incoming resources net of expenditure.
Taxatlon
As a registered charity Aneurin Leisure Trust is entitled to the exemption from taxation in respect of
income and capital gains received with sections 478-489 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010 and section
256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 tothe extent thatthese are applied to its charitable
objects purposes only.
Flxed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuatlon,
net of depreciation and any impairment losses or in cases where fixed assets have been donated to
the charity, at valuation at time of acquisition.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ACCOUNTING POLICIES {continued)
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values
over their useful lives on the following bases:
Flxtures, f ittings and equipment 20% slraight line
Plant and machinery
20% straight line
Motor vehicles
20% straight line
Computers equipment
33% straight line
Assets are capitalised at cost.
Impairment ol Tangible Fixed Assets
At each reportin8 end date, the charlly reviews the carrylng amounls of its tangible assets to
determine whether there is any indicalion that those assets have suffered an irnpairmenl loss. If arby
such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the
extent of the impairment loss lif any).
Investments
Investrnents relate to 100% of the share capital of the charity's wholly owned trading subsidiary and
Is recognised at cost.
Sto¢k$
Stocks are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Net reallsable value is based on the
estlmated selling price after taking into account all further costs and excess stocks that are slow
movln8.
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term
liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank
overdrafts are shown within borrowin85 in current liabilities.
Flnanclal Instruments
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 'Basic Financial Instruments, and Section
12 '0ther Financial Instruments155ues' of FRS 102 to all of Its flnancial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party
to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial staternents,
when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention
to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Baslc financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances. are initially measured at
transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using
the effective interesl method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the
transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of
interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ACCOUNTING POLICIES Icontlnued)
Oerecognition of financlal assets
Financial assets are derecognised only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset
expire or are settled, or when the charity transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks
and rewards of ownership to another entity. or if some significant risks and rewards of ownership
are retained but control of the asset has transferred to another party that is able to sell the asset in
its entirety to an unrelated third partv.
Financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction
price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is
measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest.
Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Oebt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, usln8 the effective interest rate
method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or seNices that have been acquired in the ordinary
course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment
is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities, Trade creditors are
recoEnised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the
effective interest method.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity's contractual obligations expire or are
discharged or cancelled.
Employee Benefits
The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is reco8nlsed In the period in which the employee's
services are received.
Termination beneflts are recognised imrnediately as an expense when Ihe charlty Is demonstrably
committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.
Service Concesslon Agreements
The charity has service contracts with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council for the maintenance
and operation of the various libraries, community centres, leisure centres and parks owned by the
Local Authority to which it has lease and management service contracts.
Propertvi plant and equipment
The buildings and equipment at the various locations are to be leased to the charity as part of the
overall contractual relationships with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council IBGCBCI but BGCBC
maintain ultimate control of these assets. Accordingly the access to which the charity has in the use
of these assets is to enable it to operate the various venues so that the charity can provide the public
service it is contracted to provide, not to effectively own these public service assets. These assets are
therefore not recognised on the charity's 8alance Sheet.
Any new assets purchased by the Trust remain the property of the Trust.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
AccouKfiNG POLICIES (continued)
Recelpts
The charity receives agreed management fee Income frorn BGCBC each year which is decreased on
an annual basis as per the terms of the Funding and Management A8reement.
Pensions
The charitable company operates a pension scheme providing benefits based on final pensionable
pay.
Full details of the Trust's retirement beneflt arrangements are set out In nole 20 being the Local
Government Penslon Scheme ILGPSI.
This is a funded pension scheme meanin8 that the employer and ernployee pay contributions which
are invested in a separate fund.
Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council IBGCBCI remain liable forthe past service deficit that existed
at the Trust's inceptlon. The Trust is responsible for the LGPS movements after the commencement
date; however the liability is Indernnified by BGCBC.
The cost of providing benefits under defined benefit plans is determined separately for each plan
using the projected unit credit rnethod, and is based on actuarial advice.
The change in the net defined benefit liability arising from employee service during the year is
recognised as an employee cost. The cost of plan introductions, benefit changes, settlements and
curtailments are recognlsed as incurred.
The net Interest element15 determined by multiplying the net deflned benefll liablllty by the dlscount
rate, takin8 into account any changes in the net defined benefit liability during the period as a result
of contribution and benefit payments. The net interest is recognised in incomel(expenditurel for the
year.
Remeasurement changes comprise actuarial gains and losses, the effect of the asset ceiling and the
return on Ihe net defined benefit liability excluding arnounts included in net interest. These are
recognised immediately in other recognised gains and10sses in the period in which they occur and
are not reclassified to income/lexpenditure) In subsequent periods.
The net defined benefit pension asset or liability in the balance sheet comprises the total for each
plan of the present value of the defined benefit obligation (using a discount rate based on high quality
corporate bonds), less the fair value of plan assets out of which the obligations are to be settled
directly. Fair value is based on market price information. and in the case of quoted securities is the
published bid price, The value of a net pension benefit asset is limited to the amount that may be
recovered either through reduced contributions or agreed refunds from the scheme.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ACCOUNTING POUCIES (continued)
Provisions
Provisions are reco8ni5ed when the charity has a legal or constructbve present obligation as a result
of a past event, it is probable that the charity will be required to settle that obligation and a reliable
estimate can be made of the arnount of the obligation.
The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the
present obligation at the reporting end date, taking into account the risks and uncertainties
surrounding the obligation. Where the effect of the time value of money is materlal, the amount
expected to be required to settle the obligation is recognised at present value. When a provision is
measured at presenl value, the unwinding of the discount is recognised as a finance cost in net
income / (expenditure) in the period in which It arises.
Operatln8 leases
The charity classifies the lease of gym equipment and motor vehlcles as operatlng leases. Rental
char8es are charged on a straight line basis over the term of the lease.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES ANO JUDGEMENTS
In the application of the charity's accountin8 policies, the trustees are requ ired to make judgements,
estimates and assumptions about the carrylng amounl of assets and liabilities that are not readllv
apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical
experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these
estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an on80in8 basis. Revisions to
accounting estlmates are recognised in the perlod in which the estimate is revlsed where the revision
affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects
both current and future periods. The following critical accounting estimates and judgements have
been made:
Useful economic Ilves of tan8lble assets
The annual depreciation charge for tangible assets is sensltlve to changes In the estimated useful
economic Ilves and residual values of the assets. The useful econorn ic lives and residual values are
re-assessed annually. They are amended when necessary to reflect current estimate. based on
technological advancement, future investments, economic utilisation and the physical condition of
the assets. See note 9 for the carrying amount of the plant and equipment and above for the useful
economic Ilves for each class of assets.
Defined benefit pension scheme
The present value of the Local Government Pension Scheme defined benefit liability depends on a
number of factors that are determined on an actuarial basis using a variety of assumptions. The
assumptions used in determining the net cost {income} for pensions include the discounl rate. Any
changes in these assurnptions, which are disclosed in note 19, will impact the carrying amount of the
pension liability.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
INCOME FROM DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
2025
Total
2024
Grou
Donations
1,014
1,014
1,014
1,014
I,￿0
1,000
Charl
Donations
LLT Limited Covenant
1,014
24.108
25,122
1,014
24.108
25,122
1,000
19,815
20,815
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENOED 31 MARCH 2025
INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Unrestrirted
funds
Restrfcted
funds
Total
2025
Total
2024
Grou
and charit
Catering income
Class income
Educational income
Grants
Leisure centre Income
Management fee
Management recharge
Park outdoor activities
Room hire and rental
Sale of assets
Sale of goods
Service Level Agreement
Shows and events
Sundry income
1,454,411
24,906
31.045
639.933
2,265,568
3,770,641
93,444
273.968
283,485
833
62,271
82.630
83.599
26.681
9,093.415
1,454,411
24,906
31,1)45
2,112,732.
2.265.568
3,770.641
93,444
273,968
283,485
833
62,271
82,630
83,599
26,681
10,566,214
1,354.801
6,122
31,955
1,840,295
2,185,990
3,170,641
1,472,799
242,583
234,295
51.461
149.562
24,924
148,374
9.441.003
1,472,799
Grant Income was recelved from the followin8 sources:
Gr
Aneurin Bevan Universlty Heallh
Board
8laenau Gwent County Borough
Council
Books Council of Wales
Cardiff Council
Coleg Gwent
Denbighshire County Councll
Disability Sports Wales
Dragons Communitv
European Social Fund
GAVO
learning & work Institute
Public Health Wales
Social Priority Fund
Sports Council Wales
street Games
Tennis Wales
WCVA
Welsh Government
WLGA
WRU
10,819
10,819
1,994
14,502
14,502
16,154
1,000
IS,847
317,522
329,651
329,651
840
13,5431
13,543)
23,943
1,150
24,066
9,255
750
106,604
1,148,765
184.267
9,795
750
106,604
1,148,765
225,097
9,795
103,151
830,686
220,323
1,500
3,000
988
268,099
312
1,305
1,840,295
40,830
269,299
153
269.299
153
639,933
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1,472,799
2,112,732

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES (continued)
Income by activity:
Group
Charity"
Training and libraries
Culture, parks and events
Sports and fitness
Central support services
1,737,117
1,449,107
3,S06.901
3,898.468
10,591,593
1.737,117
1.424.742
3,506,901
3.922,576
10.591.336
Group Income Includes donatlons and subsldlary tradin8 incomt.
*•Charlty Income Includes donatlons and excludes 5ub5idlary tradln8 Income
OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
Unrestrirted
funds
Restricted
funds
Totsl
2025
Total
2024
Grou
Subsldlary trading operatlons
24,365
24,36S
24,365
24,365
26,275
26,275
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
EXPENDITURE ON CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Total
2025
Total
2024 (As
restated)
Direct
Support
Grants Governance
Grou
A8ency and
subcontractors
Business support
Catering costs
Defined benefit FRS102
recognised pension
costs
Depreciation
Events and show costs
Irrecoverable VAT
Other costs
Premises
Recharges
Social 5ecuritv
Wages and salaries
440,854
699,440
714,148
440.854
831.611
714,148
340,282
814,257
652,251
108,171
24,000
457,940
121,126
108,087
186,209
SOO,163
1,457,575
93,444
391,114
4,660.197
9,830,297
457,940
121,126
108.087
186.209
500,163
1,457,575
93,444
391,114
5,086,436
10,388,707
671,029
117,345
58,925
151,544
382,850
1,893,812
384,390
5,024,128
10,490,813
420.989
529,160
5,250
5,2SO
24,000
Agency and
subcontractors
Business support
Catering costs
Defined benefit FRS102
recognised pension
costs
Depreciation
Events and show costs
Irrecoverable VAT
Other costs
Premises
Recharges
Social secu rity
Wages and salaries
440,8S4
699,306
714,148
440,854
831,477
714,148
340,282
794,384
652,251
108,171
24,000
457,940
121,126
108,087
186.207
500,042
1,457,575
93,444
391,114
4,660.197
9,830,040
457,940
121,126
108,087
186,207
500,042
1,457,575
93,444
391,114
5,086,436
10.388.450
651,214
117,345
58,925
151,317
420,748
1,893,813
384,390
5,024,128
10,488,797
420,989
529,160
S.250
5,250
24.000
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
EXPENDITURE ON CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES (contlnued)
Expenditure can be attributed to:
Total
2025
Total
2024 (As
restated)
Direct
Support
Grants Governance
rou
Training and librarles
Culture, parks and
events
Sports and fitness
Central support
servlces.
2,319,369
137,337
2,456.706
2,175,729
2,166,897
4,110,134
114,567
277,256
5,250
2,286,714
4,387,390
2,493,756
4.522.931
1.233.897
9.830,297
24,000
24,000
1,257.897
10,388.707
1,298,397
10,490,813
529.160
5,250
Charlt
Trainln8 and libraries
Culture, parks and
events
Sports and fitness
Central support
services
2,319,369
137,337
2,456,706
2,175,729
2,166,897
4,110,134
114,567
277,256
5,2SO
2,286,714
4,387,390
2,471,926
4,522,931
1,233,640
9.830,040
24,000
24,000
1,257.640
10,388.450
1,318,211
10,488,797
529,160
5,250
*Costs related to FRS 102 valuation of the penslon scheme have been chèr8ed to the support cate80ry wlthln Central sllPPQrt
services and are not allocated across the business.
Support costs have been allocated to the activities based on income received in the year.
NEf INCOMEIIEXPENDITURE)
Net incoming resources are stated after charging:
Total
2025
Total
2024
Grou
and char.
Depreciation
Operating leases
Auditors Remuneration..
Audit fees
Accountancy services
121.125
5.990
117,345
7,995
20.000
4,000
15.500
1,500
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
STAFF COSTS
Total
2025
Total
2024
Grou
and chari
Wages and salaries
Social security costs
FRS 102 Pension service costs (see note 19)
5,086,436
391.114
5,885,940
11,363,490
5,024,128
384,390
9,125,029
14,533,547
Pension costs also include the Impart of the FRS102 actuarial valuation of the servlce cost of runnlng
the DB scheme.
Redundancy costs totalling £73,900 are included in the above costs {2024' £76,940). There were no
amounts outstanding at the year end (2024: £nill.
The total number of persons utilised throughout the year comprised a mixture of both contracted
staff and relief workers.
Staff nurnbers excluding relief workers:
Headcount
2025
Headcount
2024
FTE
202S
FTE
2024
Grou
and ch rit
Training and libraries
Culture, parks and events
Sports and fitness
Central support seNlces
74
82
72
137
11
302
36
30
60
12
138
39
35
66
114
12
264
145
Key management personnel
The key managernent personnel of the charity received benefits totalling £193,512 {2024: £181,192).
These costs consist of gross pay, employers, national insurance contributions and employers pension
contributlons.
The number of employees whose emoluments amounted to over £60,000 for the period and to
whom retirement benefits are accruing under a defined benefit scheme was:
Total
2025
Total
2024
£60,000- £70,000
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 202S
STAFF COSTS (contlnued)
The amount of employers pension contributions paid in respect of the above employees for the
period was as follows:
Total
2025
Total
2024
Total contributions
19,540
18.275
Transactions with Trustees
During the period Donna Hardman, as the staff Trustee, received remuneration from her
employment with the charity but not for her services as a Trustee.
The Memorandum and Articles of Association of the charity (paragraph 19.1) provides the charity
with the legal authority to make such payments.
The employee Is a staff representatlve on the Trustee board.
No Trustees were relmbursed for expenses during the current or prior perlod.
Related Party transactions
During the year the charity recharged it5 wholly owned trading subsidiary LLT Limited
£24,108 {2024', £19,815} for admin, staff time and maintenance costs.
LLT Limited gift aided £24,10812024: £19,815) to the charity durin8 the period.
As at 31 March 2025, LLT owed the charity £18,47112024: the charity owed LLT £1,949).
During the year, the charity made sales of £7,435,134 12024: £S,853,9531 and purchases of
£1,443.85712024.' £865.7001 from Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council IBGCBCI an entity with
significant control over the charity. The transactions were undertaken in the norrnal course of
business and at an arm's length basls. As at year end the charity owed BGCBC £350,34712024:
£486,484) and was owed £174,473 (2024: £425,193).
During the year. the charity made purchases of £343,776 (2024: £223,612) from Candour Talent
Llrnited, a company in which trustee M.Burkitt is a director and has significant control. The
transactions were undertaken in the normal course of business and at an arm's length basis. As at
year end the net amount owed to the charity was £22,85912024: £9,818).
During the year, the charity made sales of £Nil12024: £5491 to Georgetown Primary School, an entity
in which D.Hardman is a governor. The transactions were undertaken in the normal course of
business and at an arm's length basis. As at year end the net amount owed to the charity was £549
{2024: £Nil).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
TANGIBLE FIXED ASSErs
Plant and
Computer
Fixtures
machinery equipment and fittlngs
Motor
vehicle
Total
Grou
and charit
Cost
At l April 2024
Additions
At 31 March 2025
808,917
27,560
836,477
8,674
64,108
28,125
909,824
27.560
937,384
8,674
64,108
28,125
Depreciation
At l April 2024
Charge for the year
At 31 March 2025
324,286
118,513
442,799
8,674
56,404
2,612
59,016
28,125
417,489
121,125
538,614
8,674
28,125
Net Book Value
At 31 March 2025
393.678
5,092
398,770
At 31 March 2024
484,631
7,704
492,335
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
io.
FIXED ASSET INVESTMENTS- CHARITY
Investments
in Group
undertakings
Cost as at 31 March 2024 and 31 March 2025
Aneurin Leisure Trust owns 100% of the ordinary share capital of LLT Limited, a company registered
in England and Wales, company number09236541. The registered office of the company is the same
as the charity. LLT Limited rents camping and caravanning pitches at Parc Bryn Bach.
The results of the company for the year ended 31 March 2025 can be found below:
Total
2025
Total
2024
Profit and Loss Account
Turnover
Admin expenses
Operating profit
24.365
124,3651
21,858
(21,858>
Statement of changes In Equllv
Balance brought forward
Profit and total comprehenslve income for the period
Distributions to parent charity under gift aid
Balance carried forward
24,108
124,1081
19,815
119,815}
Balance Sheet
Current assets:
Cash at bank and in hand
Prepayments
18,472
1,437
513
1,950
18,47Z
Current liabilities:
Amounts owed to group undertakings
18,471
18.471
1,949
1,949
Net current assets/(liabllltles)
Capltal and reserves:
Called up share capital
Profit and loss reserves
The results above are included in the consolidated accounts.
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NOTE5 TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ii.
STOCK
2025
2024
and chari
Shop items
Food and bar
3,846
11,524
15,370
5,210
15,679
20,889
12.
OEBTORS
2025
2024
Amountsfollinq due wlthln one yeor..
Trade debtors
Prepayments and accrued Income
Other debtors
Other Taxation
424,242
305,466
45,894
144,025
526,721
6,123
94,588
771,457
775.602
Amountsfvlllng due after one year..
Underwritten pen51on balance
4,432,000
S,203,457
775,602
Chari
Amountsfvlllnq due wlthln one year..
Trade debtors
Amounts due from subsidiary undertakings
Prepayments and accrued income
Other debtors
Other Taxation
424,242
18,471
305,466
45,894
142,758
1,949
526,208
7,390
94,588
772,893
794,073
Amounts fvlling due after one year..
Underwritten pension balance
4,432,000
5,204,893
794,073
The underwritten pension balance in the prior year relates lo the delicit on the LGPS Scheme prior
to the Trust's inception {see note 201. Due to the large net asset position of the pension scheme at
year end (prior to the restriction) there is currently no funding shortfall and hence the decision was
taken by management in the current year to irnpair this receivable balance down to nil. A
reassessment of this balance will be completed by management each year to determine whether
any funding shortfall exlsts, at which polnt appropriate adjustments wlll be made.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
13.
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2025
2024
Grou
Trade creditors
Accruals and deferred income
Social security and other taxes
Hire purchase
55,624
762,148
527,053
275.376
59.540
861,969
65,949
883,721
Charl
Trade creditors
Accruals and deferred income
Social security and other taxes
Hire purchase
43,624
774,148
527,053
275.376
59,540
861,969
65,949
883,721
Contained in the accruals and deferred income balance above is deferred income in relation to
weddings, activities, ticket sale income and management fee income which will relate to the 2025126
financial year. 12024: Income deferred in relation to weddings, activities, ticket sales and
management fee income relating to the 2024125 financial year.)
Contained in the balance Is also grant Income recelved In advance of the perlod to whlch It relates.
2025
2024
Grou
and Chari
Balance brought forward
Income received in the year
Released to income
Balance carried forward
9,621
90,889
9.621)
90,889
64,902
155,281}
9,621
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
14.
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE AFTER ONE YEAR
2025
2024
Grou
and Chari
Hire purchase
196,752
196,752
264,648
264,648
Hlre purchase contracts
The net book value of fixed assets held under hire purchase contracts during the year totalled
£253,086 (2024.. £320.5751.
2025
2024
Grou
and Chari
Future Minimum lease payments due under flnance leases:
Withln one year
In two to flve years
59,540
196,752
256,292
65,949
264,648
330,597
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
15.
RESTRICTED FUNDS
At
l April
2024
At
31 March
2025
Income
Expenditure
Transfers
Grou
and charit
Aneurin Bevan University Health
Board
Arts Council of Wales
Blaenau Gwent County Borough
Council
Cardiff Council
Denbighshire County Council
Disability Sports Wales
European Social Fund
GAVO
Learnin8 & Work Institute
National Heritage
Neath Port Talbot County
Borough Council
Public Health Wales
Soclal Priority Fund
Sports Councll Wales
Street Games
WCVA
Welsh Government
Wrexham County Borough
Council
Total funds
10,819
18,669)
11,935)
2,150
146}
1,981
22,947
15,847
{5,686}
14,502
17,1381
16,079)
15,306)
7,080
40,636
{22,845)
466
24,232
10,S41
840
13,5431
12.2341
114.3851
154,3591
12,6991
12,4441
22,708
354,176
199
2,067
536
431.380
2,432
3,761
536
750
4,114
14, 1141
48,473
133,545)
119,659)
115,669)
106,604
1,148,765
184,267
9,795
1155,0771
11,062,235)
1205,0761
(9.3641
52,985
96,954
1,417
190
107
137,422
16,655
190
12,975)
{7,203
10,285
1,704
628,281
11,7041
1,472,799
11,532.818)
568,262
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board was received for the MALD Museurns and Libraries Division
(formally CYMAL) project to assist with the delivery of Every Child a Member Scheme.
Arts Councll of Wales fundlng was received for delivery of community arts projects within the four
Local Authority areas of Blaenau Gwent, Torfaen, Merthyr Tydfll and Caerphilly.
8laenau Gwent County Borough Council was to provide Adult Community Learning.
Cardlff Councll offered Street Games funding to dellver comrnunity-based sesslons and festivals
within 8laenau Gwent.
Denbighshtre County Council was received for the MALD Museums and Libraries Division {formally
CyMAL} funding to assist with the delivery of Every Child a Member Scheme.
Disability Sports Wales funding was received for the provision of qualtty sporting and physical
activity opportunities for disabled people at gras5 roots level.
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NOTE5 TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
15.
RESTRICTED FUNDS (continued)
European Social Fund grant was received to achieve two main objectives:
engage, support and prepare the economically inactive in deprived areas, by
teaching them the relevant skills to gain sustainable employment.
Increase the relevant skills of those individuals currently employed with limited
European Social Funds to engage, support and prepare the economically inactlve, Includin8 those
who are long term unemployed, In the most deprived areas, to ac9uire the appropriate skills to
become job ready and to gain sustainable employment.
GAVO funding received to establish a communiiy wellbeing hub that supports community members
to relntegrate back into community life post COVID.
Good Things Foundation funding recelved for the public to complete their census dlgltally.
Learnln8 & Work Instltute fundSng was received to dellver promotional activities during the Adult
Learners. week.
Natlonal Heritage funding was received for sensory garden project at Parc Bryn Bach.
Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
MALD Museums and Libraries Division (formally CYMAL) funding to assist with the delivery of Every
Child a Member Scheme
Public Health Wales fundln8 was received to facilitate the Implementation and maintenance of
exercise schemes, wlth the view of Improving the health and wellbelng for patients aged 16 and over
at rlsk of chronic disease.
Social Priorlty fund shared Prosperity Funding to deliver improvements to Communities, and People
and skills. Helping deliver employment support for economlcally inactive people and funding skills
provision to provide people with the skills needed to progress in life and work, including supporting
local areas to fund local skills needs.
Sports Councll Wales funding was received to achieve six objectives:
to set up a buggy walker group for new parents/carers to meet weekty and enjoy an exercise
class with their child via the Sports Lottery Community Chest Grant.
Increase re8ular participation in sport, improve opportunitles for all and develop talented
athletes via the LAPA project.
provide free swimming to eligible participants via the Free Swim Grant.
to support the delivery of the'coaches for the Future, programme.
to develop sports clubs via the 'Thriving Clubs, project.
to improve the health, happiness and confidence of children by increasingtheir participation
in physical activity via the Physical Literacy project.
iv.
vi.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
15.
RESTRICTED FUNDS (continued)
Street Games funding wa5 received to deliver the'Doof-Step Sport, and 'U5 Girls Initiative, as well as
the 'Sports Leaders Awards,.
WCVA funding to improve biodiversity, waste minimisation and environmental enhancement.
Welsh Government funding was received to restructure the ground floor of Abertillery library to
accommodate Adult Communily learning activities.
Wrexham County Borough Council fundlnB was received to achieve three main objectives:
delivery of'Every Child a Member, scheme with the libraries.
delivery of the'summer Readin8 Challenge,.
delivery of the'Rugby Stories, project. This project has successfully concluded.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Is.
RESTRICTED FUNDS (continued)
Previous
erio
At
l April
2023
Restated
At
31 March
2024
Income
Expenditure
Transfers
Grou
and chari
Aneurin Bevan University
Health Board
Arts Council of Wales
Blaenau Gwent County
Borough Council
Books Council of Wales
Cardiff Council
Denbighshire County Councll
Disability Sports Wales
Dragons Community
European Social Fund
GAVO
Learnin8 & Work Institute
National Heritage
Neath Port Talbot County
Borough Council
Public Health Wales
Soclal Prlority Fund
Sports Council Wales
Slreet Games
Tennis Wales
WCVA
Welsh Government
Wrexham County Borough
Councll
WRU
Total funds
1,994
11,994)
146)
{461
15,342
16,154
1,000
15,847
18,549)
11,000)
22,947
15,847
15,6861
422
16. 108)
{23,943)
{1,1501
159,5631
116,0861
23,943
1,150
24,066
9,255
466,877
9,118
3,761
1,013
431,380
2,432
3,761
536
145
14771
4,114
4,114
103,151
830,686
179,323
1,500
3,000
988
1103,1511
1830,6861
1159,3021
{14,083}
13,000)
{798)
{169,539}
117,546
29.238
1145)
137.422
16,655
190
12,9751
166,564
1,704
1,704
203
1,212,260
{203)
{1,399,6781
815,699
628,281
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
16.
UNRESTRicfED FUNDS
Other
recognised
gains I
Asat31
(losses) March 2025
Asatl
April 2024
Income
Expenditure
Transfers
Grou
General fund
Defined benefit
pension scheme
71,704
8,981,794
18,855,889)
197.618
4,432,009
137,000
(91 {4,569,0001
4,503,713
9.118,794
(8,855,889)
{4.569.0001
197.618
Charl
General fund
Defined benefit
pension scheme
71,704
8,981,537
18,855,632)
197,618
4,432,009
137,000
{9) 14,569,000)
4,503,713
9,118,537
18,855,632)
(4,569,000)
197,618
Previous
eriod
As restated
Other
recognised
gains I
(lossesl
Asatl
April 2023
Restated
Asat31
March 2024
Income
Expendlture
Transfers
rou
General fund
Defined benefit
pension scheme
820,830
8,256,018
19,005,144)
71,704
9,695,000
185,991)
15,177,000)
4,432,009
10,515.830
8,256,018
19,091,135)
15,177,000)
4,503,713
Chari
General fund
Defined benefit
pension scheme
820.857
8,253,975
(9,003,128)
71,704
9,695,000
(85,9911
{5,177,0001
4,432,009
10,515,857
8.253,975
19,089,119)
{5,177,0001
4,503.713
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
17.
ANALYSIS OF NEf ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS
Unrestrirted
funds
Restricted
funds
2025
Grou
Fixed assets
Current asset5
Current liabilities
Long term liabilities
398,770
857,569
1861,969}
1196,7521
398,770
1,425,831
{861,969)
<196,752)
568,262
Total funds
197.618
568,262
765.880
Chari
Fixed assets
Investments
Current assets
Current Ilabilities
Lon8 term liabililies
398,770
398,770
857,568
1861.969)
1196,752}
568,262
1,425,830
(861,969)
(196,752
Total funds
197,618
568,262
765,880
Previous
eor
As restated
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
2024
Grou
Flxed assets
Current assets
Penslon debtor
Current liabilities
Long term liabilities
492,335
727,747
4.432,000
(883,7211
(264,6481
492,335
1,356,028
4,432,000
1883,7211
1264,648)
628,281
Total lunds
4,503,713
628,281
5,131,994
Charlt
Fixed assets
Investments
Current assets
Pension debtor
Current liabilities
Long term liabilities
492,335
492,335
727,746
4,432,000
(883,7211
(264.6481
628,281
1,356,027
4,432,000
1883,7211
1264,648)
Total funds
4,503,713
628,281
5,131,994
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
18.
OPERATING LEASES
The group had the following operating leases in place as at 31 March 2025:
Total
2025
Total
2024
Grou
and Charit
Due less than l year
3.610
3.610
3,610
3,610
19.
ULTIMATE CONTROLLING PARTY
The ultimate controlling party is the Board of Trustees and management team who are responsible
for the strate8ic and operational decisions of the charity.
20.
PENSIONS
The company operates a pension scheme providing benefits based on pensionable pav.
The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the charlty. The contributions are
determined by a qualified actuary based on triennial valuatlons using the projected unit method. The
most recent valuation was as at 31 March 2025 whlch has been updated to reflect conditions at the
balance sheet date. The assumptlons that have the most signiflcant effect on the results of the
valuation are those relating to the rate of return on investrnents and the rate of increase in salarie5
and pensions.
There were no amounts outstanding in relation to pension contributions during the current or prior
period. Regular employer contributions during the period totalled £604,000 {2024.. £567,000).
Local Government Superannuation Scheme {LGPS>
The company participates in the'Torfaen County Borough Council (Greater Gwentl, pension scheme
which is a defined benefit scheme based on final pensionable salary. Certain employees of the
company participated in the scheme priortothe cornpany's inception and, as such, assets or liabilities
attribulable to these individuals were identified at the transfer date i.e. 1st October 2014. As part of
the agreement, liabiliiy for the proportlon of the debt attributable to these employees that relates
to the pre-transfer period rests with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council {BGC8CI. Gains and
losses relating solely to the period since transfer are recognised in the income statement and
staternent of other comprehensive incorne. However, the deficit is underwritten by BGCBC. Pension
funding is based on funding advice from the scheme actuary based on a different set of assumptions.
The FRS 102 valuation does not impact on the level of contribution that the company and hence
ultimately BGCBC has to make.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
20.
PENSIONS Icontinued)
Changes in the Fair Value of Plan Assets, Defined Benefit Obligation and Net Liability for year end
31 March 2025
Amounts recognised in the Balance Sheet and the Statement of Financial Activities are as follows:
Net Iliability)/
asset
£iooo)
Assets
£ioooi
Obligations
£10001
Period ended 31 March 2025
Fair value of plan assets
Present value of funded liabilities
Opening Position as at 31 March 2024
30,350
30,350
121,8961
8,454
21,896
21,896
30,350
Service cost
Current service cost
Past service cost lincludin8 Curtailments)
Total Service Cost
827
43
870
1827)
1431
1870)
Net interest
Interest income on plan assels
Interest cost on defined benefit obligation
Total net interest
1,483
1,483
{1,0801
403
1,080
1,080
1,483
Total deflned benefit cost recognised in Profit or
(Loss}
1,483
1,950
(467)
Cash flows
Plan participants, contribulions
Employer contributions
Estimated Benefits paid
Expected closinB Position
286
604
(3691
32,354
286
604
{3691
23,763
8,591
Remeasurernents
Changes in financial assumptions
Changes in demographic assumptions
Other experience
Return on assets excluding amounts included in
net interest
Total remeasurements recognised in Other
Comprehensive Income (OCI)
14,9611
(371
(2001
4,961
37
200
93
93
93
15,198)
5,291
Fair value of plan assets
Present value of funded liabilities
Asset Ceiling
Closin8 Position as at 31 March 2025
32,447
32,447
(18,5651
(13,8821
18,565
(18.565)
132,447)
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
20.
PENSION51continued)
The major categories of plan assets as a percentage of total plan assets are as follows:
Using the most recent asset split and allowing for index returns, where required, on each asset
category, the estimated split of assets as at 31 March 20251$ as shown below:
Period Ended
31 March 2025
31 March 2024
Equities
Bonds
Property
Cash
70
19
io
74
17
The financial assumptions, as described in the accompanying report, are summarised below:
Perlod Ended
31 Mar 2025
% p.a.
2,70
3.20
5.85
31 March 2024
% p.a,
2.75
3.25
4.85
Pension Increase Rate
Salary Increase Rate
Discount Rate
Life expectancy Is based on the Fund's VitaCuNes with irnprovernents in line with the CMI 2023
model. wlth a 15% weightlng of 2023 land 20221 data, a 0% weighting of 2021 land 2020) data,
standard smoolhinE ISk71, initial adjustment ot 0.25% and a lon8 term rate of improvement of 1.5%
p.a. for both males and females. Based on these assumptions, the average future life expectancies at
age 65 for the Employer are summarised below:
The avera8e future life expectances at age 65 are summarised below..
Males
19.3 years
20.3 years
Females
23.1 years
24.2 years
Current Pensioners
Future Pensioners
Figures assume rnembers aged 45 as at the last formal valuation date.
SENSITIVITY ANALYSIS
The sensitivities regarding the principal assumptlons used to measure the scheme liabilities are set
out below:
Change In assumptions at 31 March 2025
Approxlmate % increase to
Defined Benefit Obligation
Approxlmate monetary
amount £{000)
421
743
16
417
0.1% decrease in Real Discount Rate
l year increase in member life expectancv
0.1% increase in the Salary Increase Rate
0.1% increase in the Pension Increase Rate
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
21.
RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME/IEXPENDITURE) TO NEf CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING
AcfiviTIES
2025
2024
Net lexpenditure)/ income for the reportln8 period
(4,366,114)
(6,199,535)
Adjustmentsfor..
Depreciation charges
Ilncrease)/decrease in stocks
11 ncrease)/decrease in debtors
11 ncrease)/decrease in creditors
Net cash provided by operating artivities
121,125
9.418
4,427.855
193.547)
98,737
117,344
3,899
325,682
5,039,800
1712.8091
Analysls of Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash in hand
Total Cash and Cash Equivalents
634.859
634,859
563,682
563,682
I I f han
es In net lund
At l April
2024
Other non.
cash
changes
At 31 March
2025
Cash flows
Cash at bank and in
hand
563,682
71,177
634,859
Obli8ations under
finance lease
(330,5971
74,305
(256.2921
233.085
145.482
378,567
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ANEURIN LEISURE TRUST
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
22.
COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIY (A5 RESTATED)
Total
funds
2024
Unrestricted
funds
Restritted
funds
Income and endowments from:
Donations and legacies
Charitable activities
Other tradin8 activities
Totul Income and endowments
1.000
8,228,743
26,275
8,256,018
1,000
9,441,003
26,275
9,468,278
1,212,260
1,212,260
Expendlture on:
Charltable activitles
Total expenditure
9,091,135
9,091,135
1,399,678
1,399,678
10,490,813
10,490,813
Net {expendltureJ/income
1835,1171
1187,4181
{1,022,5351
Transfers between funds
Other recoqnlsed qolns/(lossesJ.'
Actuarial Ilossesll galns on defined beneflt
pension schemes
Restriction on def Ined benefit pension
schemes
3,277,000
3.277,000
{8,454,0001
18,454,000)
Net movement infvnds
16,012,117)
1187,418)
{6,199,535)
Reconciliation of Funds
Total funds brought forward
Totallunds corrledfonvard
10,515,830
4,503,713
815,699
628,281
11,331,529
5,131,994
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
22. COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY (AS RESTATED) Icontlnued)
Total
funds
2024
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Chari
Income and endowments from:
Donations and legacies
Charitable activities
Other income
Totol income and endowments
20,815
.228.743
4,417
8,253,975
20.815
9,441,003
4,417
9,466.235
1,212,260
1,212,260
Expendlture on:
Charitable activities
Total expenditure
9,089,119
9,089,119
1,399,678
1,399,678
10.488.797
10,488.797
Net fexpenditureJ/income
{835,144)
1187,4181
11,022.5621
Transfers between funds
Other recognlsed galns/(losses):
Actuarial I losses1/ gains on deflned benef it
pension schemes
Restriction on defined benefit pension schemes
3,277,000
(8,454,000}
3,277,OlX)
18,454,01)01
Net movement Infvnds
16,012,144)
1187,418)
{6,199,562)
Reconciliatlon of Funds
Total funds brought forward
Totolfvnds corriedfonvard
10,515,857
4,503,713
815,699
628,281
11,331.556
5,131,994
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