REGISTERED CHARifi NUMBER: 1161245 R ort ofthe Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements f h Year Ended 31 Octokr 2024 Ashton Vale Communlt Centre sianley Joseph Limited Chartered A¢countants Suite1 Liberty House Soulh Liberty Lane Bristol BS3 2ST
Ashton Vale Comm ni entre ents of the Finan ial Statements for the Year Ende 31 October 20 Page Report ofthe Trlistees Independent Examinefs Report stateTr( of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial statennts 8 to 12 Delailed Statement of Financial Activities 13 to 14
Ashton Vale Communi entre of the Trustee for the Year Ended 31 October 2024 The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 October 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charrties.. St*ment of Recommended Practsce applicable to charib'es preparing 1r accounts in accordan with the Flnancial Reporting Standd appltcable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102} (effective 1 January 2019). OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Objectives and aims Ashlon Vale Community Centre 15 a long established community building and source located in the heart of Ashton Vale. It is easily accessible by local people. In 2014, an opportunity arose for the community to adopt a guiding role in ensuring the future of the Community Centre. The overriding aim is Iha Ashton Vale Community Centre will continue to thrive with a new generation of users to be a valuable asset to the community,- used according to the wishes of the local community and reestablishing it as a hub of the community, accessible to all. Paae I
Ashton Vale Communil Cen Re ort of the Trustee for the Year Ended 31 Oc ober 2024 OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Significant activities Community engagement has been a consistent challenge within Ashton Vale. A variety of ways to engage the community and engender interest in becoming involved has been tried with some positive OLrtcome. We are now seeking to find allernatsve ways to engage with the community. We want to provide more local community events for local people to attend, but with limited volunteers, this is challenging and there is a need to balan obtaining sufficient funds to maintain Ihe Community Centre with providing fr events. Private and Regular Bookings Ashlon Vale Community Centre is a very popsjlar venije for local people to hold celebrations and events due to its proximity lo the residental area and its transport links, We remain committed to supporting the local community and offering free Community Events whenever possible and to supporting other groups who also provide setvices to the community. Following the relaxab'on of Covid 19 restrictions the Community Centre was able to open ils doors to regular and one off bookjngs. The Community Centre has always attracted a number of regular bookings. this is mainly due to the ease of access to the community centre, safe off street parking, proximity to public transport and the large space available. We have significantly improved the way bookings are made and this has beconE more systematic although it is still largely reliant on one person and Gan be a very time consuming tssk. We are currently ooking into ways that this can become MO automated. During Ihe period November 2023 October 2024 it was encoLfjraging to see an increase in both private booknngs and regular bookings. Volunteers partlcipatlon A volunteer iota operates amongst committed members who ensure that users of the service are greeted, familiari*d with Ihe property and advised about managing safely while using the Community Centre. A volunteer contact is always available during each booking. Volunteers also take part in additional rdes within the Community Centre. This might be deaning and sorling out of the facility, replacing broken or faulty furnishings, ensuring the Community Centre is in a SLEitable condition for letting. Community and Fundraising Events Community Halloween event was held in October 2024 and was well attended by the local community. During the year the Community Centre was awarded a total of £1,156 from the John James Foundation in order to host a Christsnas Lunch for all local pensioners over aged 65. This event was well attended Paae 2
Ashton Vale Comm Re ort of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 October 2024 OBJECTIVES AND ACTiinTIES Social Media and Communication Whilst Social Media has improved the speed with which we can contact the local community, we are aware that wtth a significant number of older adults living in Ashton Vale that a broader way of contacting residents is still required. We advertise l(Kal evenls on notice boards, shop windows, through newsletteis and posting direct leaflets. We intend to develop closer links with Oiher Ic¢al community groups, to pool resources and find improved ways of communicing. We are also looking into how our curllt website could be improved to speed up the cuThent bookn'ng process, urrently this is a significant tssk for one person and we want to try to make the booking system more automated. This may entail employing a web company to install new systems on our behalf. Maintenance and Repairs Improvements continued Ihis year with substantsal repairs to the stage and some of the flooring and everything is fully operatsonal. Longtemi plans: The Eong term plans for the Community Centre remains to provide a local community resour available lo all within the community. In reality, being able to deliver on this aim depends large5y on Ihe availability of local v(Aunteers to help support community events. Our aim for the coming year is to find ways to engage with the local community and wor together with other local groups to find creative ways to encourage local participatson. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust and conslitutes an unincorporated Ghanty. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charity number 1161245 Principal address 43 Risdale Road Bristol BS3 2QY Paae 3
Asht n Vale mm ni Centre Re ort of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 October 2024 Trustees Ms J Farrow Bookings co-ordinator Mrs B Peckham Mrs B Gwyther Treasurer Ms T Young Mrs N Hampson Websitelmedia co-ordinator Mrs C Vans S Metcalfe chale[son Mrs J Roberts Independent Examiner Stanley Jo*ph Limited Chartered Accountants Suile 1 Liberty House South Liberty Lane Bristol BS3 2ST Approved by order of the board of trustees on .......... .... d signed on its behalf by.. S Metcalfe - Trustee Paoe 4
nde enden Examinels R Ashton Vale Communrt Centr he Trust Independent examin*s reportto the tfustees ol Ashton Vale Community Cenve I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Ashton Vale Community Centre (the Trust) for the year ended 31 October 2024. Responsibiliti05 and basis of report As the charity trustees of the Trust you ale Fesponsible for the preparab'on of the accounts in &cordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (Ihe Act,). I report in respect of my examination of the Trusvs accounts caNied out under Seclion 145 of the Act and in cryIng out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145151(bl of the ACL Independent examinerfs ststement I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material peCt. counting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act., or the accounts do not accord with those records., or the accounts do not comply wilh the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regijlations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a tnje and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination tr) which attention should be (frawn in this port in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached, P S Helps Stanley Joseph Limited Chartered Accountants Suite I Liberty Fb)use South Liberty Lane Bristo5 BS3 2ST Date:... Paoe 5
hton Vale Com ntre Sta ment of Fina1 l Acllvltles for the Year Ende 31 October 2 24 31.10.24 Unrestrickd fund 31.10.23 Total funds Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donatsons and legacies 2,977 2,542 Other trading activities 30,558 20,342 Total 33,535 22,884 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 22,291 22,135 Other 7,934 6,690 Totsl NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) 3.310 (5,9411 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought loard 35,901 41,842 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD The notes form part ofthese financial statements Paoe 6
Ash n Vale om ni Bal e Sheet 31 October 2024 31.10.24 UnrestriGted fund 31.10.23 Total funds Noles CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank 39,211 35,901 NET CURRENT ASSETS 35,S¥)1 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 39,211 35,9)1 NET ASSETS 39,211 FUNDS Unrestricted funds 39,211 35,901 TOTAL FUNDS 39,211 35,901 The financial statements were a)proved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on ...l.o.&..J..lo..LS.......... and were signed on its behalf by.. B Gwyther- Trustse The notes fomi Dart of these financial statements Paae 7
Ashton Vale C mmuni Centre Notes to the Flnancial Statemen for the Year Ended 31 Octob r 2 24 ACCOUNIING POLICIES Basis of preparing the financial statements I he financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordan with the ChartiÉes SORP {FRS 102) 'Accounts'ng and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to Charities preparing their accounts in accordan wilh the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 102) (effective l January 2019),, Financial Repoilng Standard102 The Financial Repoilng Stsndard applicable in the UK and ReDublic of I[and, and the Charits'es Act 2011. The financtal statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities On the charity has enlitFeTrEnt to the ftjnds, it is probable that the income will be reiVed and the amount can be measured reliably Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or conslrucb've obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in setllement and the arrKJunt of the obligation can be measured reliably. ExpenditL5re is accounte(A fof on an accruals basis and has been dassified under headings that aggregate all cost relaleij to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to parbcular headings they have beerb allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Taxation The chartty is exempt from tax on its charitable activities. Fund accounting Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees. Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted puiposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when spectfied by the donor or when funds are raised for paCUlar Stricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is inGluded in the notes to the financial stalements. Hire pur¢hase and leasing commitments Rentsls paid under operth'ng leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Aclswties on a straight line basis over the period of the lease. Paoe 8 continued...
shton V I Communit re Not for the Ye he Flnancia ments- contlnued r Ended 31 Octob r 2024 OTHER TRADING ACTIMTIES 31.10.24 31.10.23 Regular IxM)kings Private bookings Deposits banked 16,089 10,214 4,255 9,325 6,637 4,380 30,558 20,342 RAISING FUNDS Raising donalions and legacie¥ 31.10.24 31.10.23 Support costs 22,135 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS 31.10.24 31.10.23 Trustees, fees 630 Trustse$' expenses There were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 October 2024 nor for the year ended 31 October 2023. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unrestri¢ted fun(f INCOME AND ENDOWMEMTS FROM Donab'ons and legacies 2,542 Other trading activities Tolal 22,884 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 22,135 Other 6,690 Paoe 9 continued...
munit Centre s lo the Financlal Statemen f r Ihe YeaT Ended 31 Oct 24 COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES . continued Unrestri¢te(I Totsl NET INCOMEIIEXPENDITURE) 15,941) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 41,842 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net movement in funds At 1.11,23 At 31.10.24 Unrestricted fund$ General fund 35.901 3,310 39,211 TOTAL FUNDS 39,211 t movenEnt in funds. included in the above are as follows. Incoming resources Resources Movemenl exDended in funds Unr¢$trictsd funds General fund 33,535 130,2251 3,310 TOTAL FUNDS 33,535 3,310 Paae10 continued...
hton Vale Communi ntre Notes to the Finan ial Statennts - r the Year Ended 31 Oct b r 2024 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- Continued Comparatives for movement in funds Net movement in funds At 1.11.22 At Unrestiicted funds General fund 41,842 {5,941} 35,901 TOTAL FUNDS 41,842 35,901 Comparative net movement in funds, included in the ab)ve are as follows.. Incoming resources Resour$ MoveThEnt expended in funds Unrestricted funds General fund 22,884 (28,825) 15,941} TOTAL FUNDS 22,884 A cutrent vear12 months and prior year12 months combined position is as follows.. Net mvement in funds At 1.11.22 At 31.10.24 Unrestricted funds General fund 41,842 (2,6311 39,211 TOTAL FUNDS Paoe 11 continued...
Ashton Vale CommLtni Centre ncial S atements - r Ende 31 October 2024 in eye MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued 4 Cuffent year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources Movement expended in funds Unrestricted funds General fund 56,419 {59,050) {2,6311 TOTAL FUNDS 56,419 59 0501 RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There weTe no related party transactions for the year ended 31 October 2024. Paae12
Ashton Vale Communit C Detailed Statement of Flnanclal Activities for the Year Ended 31 ober 2 24 31.10.24 31.10.21 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Oonations and legacies Donth'ons 2,977 2,542 Other trading activities egular bookings Privae bookings Deposits banked 16,089 10,214 4,255 9,325 6,637 4.380 Total incoming resources 33,535 22,884 EXPENDITURE Other Deposits returned %.leaning Gardening Water and sewerage 4,173 2,480 672 609 4,090 2,226 285 109 7,934 6,690 Support costs Other Trustees, fees Insurance Light and heal Telephone Postaqe and stationery Sundries Repairs HUB 630 925 11,667 98 235 3,395 4,283 1,170 1.215 12,056 90 130 2,695 2,391 102 21,233 19,849 This page does not form part of the staiutotv financial statemenLg Paae13
n V le Communi Cen Detailed Statement of Flnancial Activitles for the Year Ended 31 October 2024 31.10.24 31.10.23 Other Other 2 Accountancy Donations 480 578 480 1.806 1,058 2,286 Total resources expended 30,225 28,825 Net incomel{expenditure This page dces notform part of the statutory financial statenEni Paoe 14