Cullompton Swimming Pool
Campaign
27 Fore Street
Cullompton
Devon, EX15 1JS
Registered Charity 1161344
Annual Report
1° April 2024- 31" March 2025
Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign
OBJECTIVES AND ACTMTIES
SUMMARY OF THE OBJECTIVES OF THE CHARITY AS
SET OITh IN THE CONSTmrnoN
To promote for Ihe benafft of the inhabitants of Cullompton, Devon, and the
surrounding area the provision of facilitS for recreation or other18isure time
occupatK)n of individuals who have need of such frdcilitses by reason of their youth,
age, infimiity or dtsablemen( financi hardship. or so(xal and e(x)nomic
Circumstan or for the public at large in the interests of so(ial welfare and with the
obied of improving the o)ndition of life of the said inhabitants.
SUMMARY OF THE MAIN ACTMTIES IN RELATION TO THESE OBJECTS
The main activities of the Campaign at stage are".
To continue raising fvnds through donations in the shop
To visit other sites arKI charitys that have I1]t their own poolsl start getting a
vision of the FM)ssibilibes.
To InVlgate future grant and match-fijnding opwrtunities
To )rt( with a LeisufE Consultant to assist vrith liaison with MDDC. NHP.
Landowner and other stakeholders
Rewrite a business plan with mc¥e updated financial infonnation; to show it
will be a viable business
To promote the Campaign through press rekne, and talking to the Ioc21
communty.
REPORT OF AcnvmES AND ACHIEVEMEKfs IN 2024- 2025
REPORT FROM THE CHAIR
l am pleased to present the Chairfs Report for the Cullompton Swimming Pool
Campaign for the year ending 31 March 2025.
This year has been one of steady progress and renewed enthusiasm as we continue
to work toward our bng-term goa - Sering a suitable site and funding for a much-
needed swimming pool in Cullompton. Althgh the has not yet been built. the
campaign remains adive and determined to make this long-hdd cxjmmunity
aspiration a realty.
A major fo(aJs this year has con1inu5 search for a suitable and sustainable
site vthin or near Cullompton. The committee has been in regular contact with Mid
Devon District Council. local developers, and land05 to explore potential
locations. Vthile no final site has yet been Sered, *veral promising options remain
under active cSideratiOn.
A preliminary review of requirements- including acTrssibility. Spa for future
expansion, and environmental impact- has guided discussions to ensure that any
future pool will be practical. affordable, and future-proof.
Most importantly, our chanty shop continues to be a vitsl Sour of income and
Gommunity engagement. The shop not only raises essential funds for the campaign
but also serves as a visible reminder of our shared goal. I'd like to take the
opportunity to thank Helen our shop supep4isor for keeping the shop running and her
wonderful team of shop volunteers who give their time and energy to keep the shop
running smoothly and kpIng it all so well organised. Well done team.
REPORT FROM THE SHOP
The campaigns charity shop on Fore strt, Cullompton remains our main vehicle
for fund raising.
The retail environment throughout 24125 had continued increases in our shop
overheads, with rising utilities bills and rent. This has required slight price increases
within the shop.
As shop coordinator May l tske this opportunity to thank our wonderful volunteers
who help in the shop and have managed to maintain predominantly a six day week
opening schedule. at present this is restricted to 4 hours a day due to lack of
volunteers.
l also need to thank the group of volUntrS who take on checking games & puzzles
and do this in their own homes ensuring quality of items sold.
I would like to thank Hope, Annemarie and Sharon for their wonderful window
displays which are changed on a regular basis.
October 24, our shop window received a highly commended rtificate from the
Autumn Festival committee.
A big thank you goes out to the kind and generous people of Cullompton for their
ongoing support through donations and purchases.
If anyone would like to join are volunteers group please pop in the shop and have a
chat to us we look forward to Meeting you.
Our priorities for 202>2026
To continue efforts to secure a suitable and sustainable site for the pool.
To develop a detailed business plan and identEfy capital funding Sour once a
location is agreed.
To incraasa engagement wilh NIents. schcK)Is. and kKxl organisations, ensuring
the project refi community needs.
To grow our fundraising (zpaaty. both through the charity shop and targeted grant
applications.
PUBUC BENEFfT STATEMENT
The Trustees tBve had due regard to guidarts published by the Charity
Commission on public benefiL
FINANCIAL REVIEW
REPORT FROM THE TREASURER
The Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign AOUnts for the year ended 31* March
2025 have been prepared for us by VA Accountancy of Sampford Peverell.
We again extend our thanks to them provKling this Servi on a Pro-B(Mo basis.
Our total income for 2024-25 is: £29,303
Comprising..
Bond Interest:
£2,845
Shop Takings:
Less Costs:
£26,458
(£10,363)
Surplus Income: £18.940
Balan at 3113r2025:
Bank Current Acojunt
Investment Bond
Total Funds Raised
£127,797.54
£137.273.61
£265,071.15
Our New Treasurer, Mr Richard Hamman, joined the Campaign CnmIttee in March
2024, was appointed Trustee in October 2024 and has formally taken on the role
of Treasurer Sin April 2025.
TaSurerfs obJ"ectives for 2025-2026:
Maintsin financial records according to ALXX)untants' recA)mmendation
Take over financial reporting duties to Charity Commission l HMRC
Investigate Cuent Account Banking options
Establish new Savings Acojjnts in line with our objectives
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
TYPE OF GOVERNING DOCUMENT
Constitution last modified 9° September 2015.
HOW THE CHARITY IS CONSTITUTED
Charitable Incorporated Organisation (foundation).
TRUSTEES AND COMMIThEE SELECTION METHOD
The policy and general management of the Campaign is directed by the Board of
Trustees.
The Chair, Vice-chair and Treasurer of the Campaign a the Chair. V[-chair and
Treasurer of the Trustees and main committee. Officers and members of the main
committee are elected at the AGM. Co-options to the Board of Trustees and
committee are permitted during the year If a F)OSition becomes vacant.
Trustees are required to m&t the standards set out in the trustee's role profile and
be able to demonstrate they have the skills, knowledge and experien required by
the Board of Trustees.
The Trustees tem) is three years. They may remain as a Trustee for three
consecutive terms.
A full list of those vtho were TrUStS and Elected Members from 1" April 2024 - 31"
March 2025 is below.
TRUSTEES AND ELECTED MEMBERS DURING
1- APRIL 2024- 31- AIARCH 2025
Main Committee Officer5:
Chair. Catherine Margrie
Shop Superrfisor. Hden lfjng
Treasurer. Richard Hamman
Settetary: Gordon Ramel
Lynn Craddock
Catherine Margrie
Helen king
Richard Hamman
Gordon Ramel
Elected Members Main Committee
cattrine Margrie (Chair)
Richard Hamman (Treasurer)
Gordon Ramel (Secary)
Lynn CraddcKk
Helen Klng
APPROVAL
This report as approved by the Trustees at ts AGM on 27th Ortober 2025 and
signed ty
C.Margrie
Catherine Margrie, Chairperson
Trustee
# **Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign**
# **Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025**
## **Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign**
In accordance with your instructions we have prepared for your approval the unaudited accounts for the Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign for the year ended 31 March 2025 which comprise the Income and Expenditure Account from information and explanations provided to us.
We have not been instructed to carry out an audit of the accounting records. Following the change of volunteers over the last couple of years we feel that a dedicated Treasurer to maintain accounting rceords would benefit the Chairty, along with considering accounting software.
Licenced and Regulated by the Association of Accounting Technicians - Licence 100821.
## **VA Accountancy**
9th May 2025
## **VA Accountancy**
Suite 9 Swallow Court Devonshire Gate, Sampford Peverell Tiverton Devon EX16 7EJ
www.va-accountancy.co.uk
## **Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign Income and Expenditure Account**
||**Year ended**|**Year ended**|**Year ended**|**Year ended**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
||**31 March 2025**||**31 March 2024**||
|**Income**|||||
|Shop Sales
|26,458||22,145||
|Recycling income|-||426||
|Auction sales|-||-||
|50/50 Club|-||-||
|20p Mile & collecting tins|-||-||
|Events|-||-||
|Summer Ball|-||-||
|Donations|-||-||
|Interest Received|2,845||3,052||
|Grants|-||3,393||
|||**29,303**||**29,016**|
|**Less Expenses**|||||
|Architect Fees|-||-||
|Shop rent|6,806||6,760||
|Shop Heat & Light|1,562||1,326||
|Other shop expenses|-||75||
|Waste Disposal|350||296||
|Room Hire|-||-||
|Insurances|477||435||
|Summer Ball|-||-||
|Sundry expenses|1,168||912||
|Legal fees|-||-||
|Event expenses|-||-||
|||(10,363)||(9,804)|
|**Surplus Income over expenses**||**18,940**||**19,212**|
|**Statement of Reserves**|||||
|Reserves Brought forward||246,131||226,919|
|Surplus Income over expenses||18,940||19,212|
|**Reserves Carried forward**||**265,071**||**246,131**|
# **Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign**
# **Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025**
## **Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign**
In accordance with your instructions we have prepared for your approval the unaudited accounts for the Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign for the year ended 31 March 2025 which comprise the Income and Expenditure Account from information and explanations provided to us.
We have not been instructed to carry out an audit of the accounting records. Following the change of volunteers over the last couple of years we feel that a dedicated Treasurer to maintain accounting rceords would benefit the Chairty, along with considering accounting software.
Licenced and Regulated by the Association of Accounting Technicians - Licence 100821.
## **VA Accountancy**
9th May 2025
## **VA Accountancy**
Suite 9 Swallow Court Devonshire Gate, Sampford Peverell Tiverton Devon EX16 7EJ
www.va-accountancy.co.uk
## **Cullompton Swimming Pool Campaign Income and Expenditure Account**
||**Year ended**|**Year ended**|**Year ended**|**Year ended**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
||**31 March 2025**||**31 March 2024**||
|**Income**|||||
|Shop Sales
|26,458||22,145||
|Recycling income|-||426||
|Auction sales|-||-||
|50/50 Club|-||-||
|20p Mile & collecting tins|-||-||
|Events|-||-||
|Summer Ball|-||-||
|Donations|-||-||
|Interest Received|2,845||3,052||
|Grants|-||3,393||
|||**29,303**||**29,016**|
|**Less Expenses**|||||
|Architect Fees|-||-||
|Shop rent|6,806||6,760||
|Shop Heat & Light|1,562||1,326||
|Other shop expenses|-||75||
|Waste Disposal|350||296||
|Room Hire|-||-||
|Insurances|477||435||
|Summer Ball|-||-||
|Sundry expenses|1,168||912||
|Legal fees|-||-||
|Event expenses|-||-||
|||(10,363)||(9,804)|
|**Surplus Income over expenses**||**18,940**||**19,212**|
|**Statement of Reserves**|||||
|Reserves Brought forward||246,131||226,919|
|Surplus Income over expenses||18,940||19,212|
|**Reserves Carried forward**||**265,071**||**246,131**|