l_ancl .°Iloi'ks Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives THE CHARITY AWARDS 2024 OVERALL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE 1..IiidWorks .gpnn.%or('(I h),: CCLA Trustees, Report and Financial Statements Year Ended 31 March 2025 Registered Charity Number: 1166057 2024 I FII C-11.4KITY Al414 R r)5 OVERALL WINNER
- Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Contents Page Chairman's Message Trustees, Report 4-26 Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities 27 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees 28 Statement of Financial Activities 29 Balance Sheet 30 Notes to the Accounts LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag8 2
Landworks Trustees, Report Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Chairman's Message As I reflect on another remarkable year for Landworks, I feel both humility and immense pride in what this charity continues to achieve. Over more than a decade, Landworks has remained steadfast in its mission to reduce reoffending, support individual transformation, and change wider societal attitude5 towards people affected by the criminal justice system. The stories of lives transformed continue to be at the heart of our work. Through training in market gardening, woodworking and pottery built around a regular working day, societal and life skills focused on our daily communal lunch, tailored resettlement support and ongoing graduate contact, we have helped people leave behind the cycle of crime and rebuild their lives with dignity and meaning - to help them become the person that they wanted to be. The outcomes we see - low reoffending, high employment and increased confidence among our trainee5 - are testament to the strength and impact of our approach. These results echo the compelling evidence highlighted in regular independent reporting and evaluations of our work. Looking ahead, the challenge remains to extend the reach of our model so that others around the country can benefit from the transformational potential it offers. The forthcoming year will see Landworks build on its foundations with enthusiasm and strategic focus, seeking to build a blueprint for others to follow whilst ensuring that sustainability, innovation and compassionate practice remain at the core of all we do. l extend my deepest thanks to the Landworks community - trustees past and present, staff, volunteers, partners, trainees and graduates for your faith in this work and for making Landworks what it is today: a place of welcome, possibility and hope. Landworks has massively enriched my life and helped me to become more of the person I wanted to be. The recognition for Landworks has grown once more this year. Following the accolade of the Overall Award for Excellence at the Charity Awards, the charity has strengthened its voice within sector and policy circles, making a persuasive case for rehabilitation models that priorit15e human dignity and practical support. We have also been honoured to welcome supporters, partners, and visitors who share our belief that change is possible for every individual given opportunity, community and support. On a personal note, this will be my final Chairman's Statement before my retirement from the board in March 2026. It has been a profound privilege to serve Landworks in this role. Since the charity first emerged from humble beginnings to become an acclaimed model of resettlement, I have been continually inspired by the courage of trainee5, the commitment of our Staff and volunteers, and the generosity of our supporters. None of what has been achieved would be possible without that collective dedication. Ted Tuppen CBE Chair of Trustees LandWork8 Tru8t8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag8 3
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Trustees, Report The trustees are pleased to present their annual trustees, report together with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. They are satisfied that the Financial Statements comply with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011, the Trust Deed as described below and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charitie5 preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 1021- (Charities SORP IFRS 102)). So, +he bo++om line is i+'s a bi+ OF kindness, bit OE care, a bi+ love, yeaK and knowin the r¥h+ people +0 PJ+ you in the rifh+ direc+ion. Jarvis, Graduate Objectives and Activities The object of the charity as set out in its governing document is 'to develop the capacity and skills of the socially and economically disadvantaged community of offenders, ex- offenders, and those at risk of offending, in such a way that they are better able to identify and meet their needs, and to participate more fully in society. Based on the Dartington Hall estate in South Devon, Landworks is a specialist rehabilitation and resettlement charity that provides a supported route into employment and the community for people either on licence following release from prison or serving community andlor suspended prison sentences. Landworks provides intensive placements which aim to enhance the overall wellbeing, social and employment-related skills of its trainees to enable them to reduce reoffending and rebuild their lives. Landworks delivers it5 charitable purpose by providing a supported route back into employment and the community for people leaving prison or at risk of going to prison. Placements at Landworks are structured around a 'working day, with trainees able to take part in a range of enterprises that offer produce for sale to the local community, including a wood workshop, market garden and pottery. Arts and crafts, small building projects, site maintenance and cooking also provide purposeful activities to achieve the aims of the project. Placements are designed to offer the opportunity for meaningful work, developing employment skills and providing a sense of achievement which has often been missing in trainees, lives. Lunch and tea breaks, when trainees can chat, cook and eat together with staff and visitors, are also seen to have an important place in the programme, providing opportunities to strengthen feelings of belonging and build social 5kill5. We have considered the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit and are confident that our activities and success in supporting trainees into employment and away from crime satisfies the criteria. The charity's key aims are to: 1. Reduce reoffending 2. Improve individual wellbeing 3. Change attitudes towards offenders in wder society In addition, we aim to continue to fund the project in the long term. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag8 4
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Alongside the delivery of the core working day, each trainee has an individual rehabilitation and resettlement plan with access to a range of tailored support. On site this can include practical help with finances, housing, benefits, seeking employment and mental health, with the latter ranging from simple emotional support to more complex trauma-informed counselling delivered by a qualified psychotherapist. Some external welfare services also deliver specialist session5 on-site to complement those offered in- house. Referral to other outside organisations with specialised expertise, for example in substance misuse, is also possible. Placement lengths at Landworks vary depending on needs and circumstances, but on average trainees attend up to five days a week for a period of six to nine months. Beyond the placement, Landworks provides an on-going programme of 'graduate' support, keeping in touch with its former trainees and providing advice, guidance, and support to further aid their resettlement and rehabilitation a5 and when needed. Referral to Landworks is through our partners in the probation, prison, and police services. Currently, our trainees are based in the community, serving community sentences, suspended sentences or on licence following release f rom custody and are primarily referred to Landworks through probation services. ROTL {day-release from prison on temporary licencel placements from our local prison HMP Channings Wood, which used to be Landworks. main source of referral, were suspended during the pandemic and have not yet been resumed. Overall Landworks prides itself in adopting a holistic person-centred approach, in which relationships are based on trust, honesty and respect and embedded in a non-judgemental climate of hope and acceptance, where trainees can build the self-belief and confidence to sustain their resettlement journey despite the obstacles. Landworks deliberately provides an intensive, tailored and sustained approach, working with people who are ready for change but face considerable barriers to achieving that change. They often have unstable live5, multiple needs and are a long way from being ready to enter and sustain employment. The model is designed to address the underlying factors associated with each individual's past offending and help promote lasting positive change. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag8 5
Landworks Trustees. Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Landworks Guiding Principles Landworks, guiding principles are rooted in respect, trust and personal growth: The annual evaluation of Landworks undertaken by the University of Plymouth recognises that the combination of real work experience and training alongside comprehensive support in a highly nurturing environment is very distinct, if not unique. A Welcoming Environment Evaluations consistently highlight our non- judgemental, welcoming atmosphere as a key factor in our success. It makes trainees feel valued and lays the groundwork for transformation. This year's evaluation report highlights the social harms and challenges that trainees and graduates face as they journey away from offending and a criminal lifestyle and how Landworks supports them to stabilise their lives and integrate into the community. Individual-centred Support Every trainee is recognised as a unique individual. We address their diverse and often complex needs through person- centred, relational work that fosters meaningful engagement We would like to acknowledge the use of evidence and many direct quotes from the University of Plymouth evaluation document in this annual report. Gray, P. and Parsons, J. 120251 LandWork5 Evoluation, l April 2024 - 31 Morch 2025, "Generating a culture of harm reduction ond desistonce. Trust as the Foundation Building trusting relationships is essential. It's the cornerstone of successful resettlement and long-term change. A Strong Work Ethic Our structured workday promotes the development of practical skills and instils a sense of discipline and purpose. There's no+hin like i+. There'fj no+hin like i+ at all. YCLJ fje+ 5ki11s ou+ OF i+, obviously social skills, like I said beFore, working skills.... People here unJer5+anJ nd everyone e+5 +rea+ed irly it doesn'+ matter abcLJ+ your afje, your Golour, yCLJr ender, any+hin like +ha+, +ha+'fj irrelevL]n+ here. lt'fj like o Eresh new 5+L]r+ Qor orne people. You all mee+ each other, ana you f+ alon really well. Celebrating Achievement We uphold high standards and celebrate accomplishments, recognising them as milestones of progress and self-worth. Fostering a New Identity Landworks helps individuals cultivate a non- criminal identity, nurturing hope, honesty, and the belief that change is possible. Long-Term Commitment We offer sustained engagement and post- placement support to ensure continuity and stability beyond the initial programme. Evidence-lnformed Practice Our work is guided by ongoing evaluation and learning. We continually refine our model to enhance impact and effectiveness. 99 Dave, Graduate LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag8 6
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Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives A Year Of National Recognition, And Loss 202415 was a year of highs and lows for Landworks. In July 2024 Landworks won the 'Overall Award for Excellence, at the 2024 Charity Awards, one of the most prestigious awards schemes in the charity sector. The Charity Awards judges saw Landworks, greatest achievement as being 'the way it built trust with its trainees and helped them to rebuild their lives by understanding the experiences that led to their criminal behaviour in the first place,. Staff, trainees and graduates were extremely proud of receiving this award which they saw a5 providing national recognition and a great endorsement of Landworks. accomplishments since it was established in 2013. 20?4 However, this was also a difficult year in many ways, in particular with the death of six of our graduates over the twelve months. Of course, each of their stories and circumstances were different but their deaths were a powerful reminder of the tremendous challenges people in the criminal justice face in overcoming past traumas and rebuilding their lives and the range of challenges they can face. As would be imagined, this was very hard for the team and everyone closely involved at LandWork5, and our thoughts continue to be with the families and friends of each of the six men who were lost. They are Joinfj h+. everythin ri The way +hey +rea+ people wi+h Jigni+y and respec+ is 50 impor+an+, and +hey have a model +ha+ works. i+ seem +0 rne +ha+ i were Jus+ ou+ o prison, +his is the bes+ plaGe you could lanJ. There also continued to be significant challenges in the criminal justice system. The on-going crisis in prison over-crowding and subsequent solution sought through early release schemes is putting more pressure on our chronically under-funded and short- staffed probation service. Meanwhile access to vital community services such as mental health support, GP surgeries and housing support has been getting harder. All of this highlights the chronic need for safe and secure environments like Landworks that support a broad range of practical, financial, social and psychological needs, at one location. Thanks to the encouragement and generosity of some long-term funders, we launched a new research and policy development project in early 2025 with the working title Reimagining Rehabilitation and Resettlement. Drawing on our experiences at Landworks and the wealth of research we have accumulated, the project seeks to identify the key elements of the Landworks model and how it can be most effectively replicated. Martin Edwards. CEO of Julia's House. Member of the 2024 Charity Awards judging panel. The plan is to share the findings with key stakeholders, including policy maker5 and funders both in the UK and abroad. While we are a relatively small charity, we believe we have developed a powerful model, and we have been encouraged to contribute to the debate on how best to develop the criminal justice system in the future. The plan is to share the findings with key stakeholders, including policy makers and funders both in the UK and abroad. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag8 9
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Achievements and Performance The year in figures: 42 trainees supported over the year, all based in the community. This included 26 new registrations. 21 people were on licence and 21 serving community sentences. 33 identifi'ed as men, 8 as women and 1 as non- binary. 174 Landworks graduates provided with support or advice over the year. At any one time during the year, we have been providing support to around 10 graduates at higher levels of need. 1710 training days provided at Landworks in 2024- 25, against a target of 1650. 251 72 468 trainees who have attended Landworks from when it was first established in 2013 until the end of March 2025. one-to-one counselling sessions With trainees and graduates delivered by our in.house psychotherapist across the year. LL]nthorks ps+ keeFS me busy and occupied and i+ OFens up oppor+uni+ie5 or me. HopeQully I'll be able to e+ a Job.... The bes+ +hin or rYE. is like +he mo+iva+ion here and +he con&dence building i+,5 given me... one-to-one resettlement support sessions. 5.65 % the recorded one-year reoffending rate for Landworks trainees. This compares to a national reoffending rate within one year of 41.1 % for adult offender5 released from prison or 34% following a court order Icommunity orders or suspended sentences). Ministry of Justice, 20251. 99 91.8% of all Landworks graduates available to work who were in employment at the end of the year. For adults leaving pri50n only 31 % are in employment within Six months of release (Prison Reform Trust, 2025). Tom, Trainee
1300 registered Landworks supporters. average number of vi51tors from the community and partner agencie5 joining us each week for lunch with trainees and staff. £229 the total cost per training day delivered at Landworks, reduced to £192 net of income generated from our commercial operations. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&10
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives In the year to 31st March 2025, Landworks has continued to successfully deliver its core programmes, with the prison and probation services remaining our primary sources of referral. LandWork5 has fjiven me a fjense OF r(xJ+ine and tj sense OE FufFose. i+, deknthely brough+ my crea+ive S'k4e ou+ more.... A lot o people say +0 rne +ha+ I'm creative person and recofjni5e +he eFQor+ l ry+ n+0 my work. anJ i+ makes me wanna Jo ou+sde OE Landwork nd be crea+ive... We provided 42 trainee placements lof which 26 are newl and 1710 training days. Half of the trainees1211 are on license from prison while 21 are on community sentences. While the number of trainees on placement was lower than last year {52), the number of individual training day5 delivered wa5 higher. In general, we believe the longer average placement time for each trainee is a reflection of the increasing complexity and needs of those referred to the charity. 99 Given the importance of the probation service in referring trainees to Landworks, much work this year was focused on strengthening this partnership, for example by encouraging new probation officers to visit the site as part of their orientation. However, this has not precluded maintaining strong link5 With local prisons such as HMPS Exeter and Channings Wood. Deer, Trainee Landworks places great emphasis on providing ongoing support to our trainees once they have completed their placements, tailored to the individual needs of graduates. Over the year we have been in contact with 174 graduates, and at any one time we have been providing support and advice to around 10 graduates at higher levels of need. Despite the challenges they face, the level of reoffending amongst Landworks trainees and graduates has remained low at 5.65% and most graduates191.8%I seeking work continue to be in at least part-time employment. We have made significant improvements to our site and facilities. The team have expanded the range of garden furniture made by Landworks and created a new outdoor showroom to display it. A commission to produce a series of Arts and Crafts benches for the Dartington estate, based on an original 1930s design, has generated bespoke furniture orders. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&11
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Our plans to create a new wellbeing support area at our Quarry Field site became a reality in August Nwth the installation of our new yurt. This provides a safe and soothing space for the Landworks team and trainees to relax and reflect, as well as enjoy wellness activities such as our new regular yoga sessions. Over the year Landworks has also continued to build and strengthen our resettlement support provision. Following the departure of our Resettlement Manager in March 2024 we reviewed the role and made change5. Resettlement support now entails two quite distinct roles - therapeutic support 5ki115, provided by our Health and Wellbeing Lead, and practical resettlement support with welfare, housing and benefits provided on site at Landworks by the Citizen's Advice Bureau, Salvation Army and other partners on a partnership part-time basis. (See 'Challenges and Learning,, page 221. Following the tragic deaths of six former Landworks trainees over the year, and the impact this had on the team, a lot of effort has also been placed on supporting Staff wellbeing including through group sessions run by the in-house psychotherapist, and regular debriefs each day. A5 would be expected, we have a150 reflected on our graduate support more generally and it has reinforced to us the importance of being able to offer on-going contact post-placement. But it has also acutely brought home that for some people who have been through the criminal justice system, the traumas, demons and health inequalities can remain for many years. 111(111 orK.: Our Evaluation Report for the year 2024-25, produced by the University of Plymouth, highlights the social harms experienced by trainees and graduate5 and explores, in their own words, how Landworks help5 them to address these harms and so give them the confidence and practical support to pursue the complexities of their resettlement journey free from crime. The report also points out that, despite the challenges they have faced, the level of reoffending amongst Landworks trainees and graduates has remained below 6% for the last 4 years. We are hugely grateful for the continuing support that we received over the last year. We are only able to keep going due to our funders, supporters, volunteers, and partners. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&12
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Research, Communications and Influencing Landworks places considerable importance on raising awareness of the issues faced by its trainees and graduate5 in their resettlement journeys and ensuring that their voices and experiences are used to inform and influence resettlement and wider criminal justice policies at the local, regional and national levels. This is achieved through the collation of robust evidence and analysis and sharing information through a range of targeted communications including our fortnightly blogs and a dedicated section on our website which provides regular updates on our work in the sphere of public policy. In 2024125 the charity: Distributed fortnightly blog posts about project news and wider criminal justice issues to our group of over 1,300 registered supporter5 and through our social media channels Welcomed 150 visitors to our 11th Anniversary Supporters Day in August 2024 including Head of Devon and Torbay Probation Delivery Louise Arscott and South Devon constituency MP Caroline Voaden. Hosted approximately three visitors per week to lunch at Landworks as an exercise in raising awareness and creating Social networks for trainees and graduates. Visitors included partners, external agencies, magistrates and members of the community. Received 4 police trainees for placements during their training Continued to support the PeN Project (independently funded by the Independent Social Research Foundation}, which gives a unique voice to those caught up in the criminal justice system, while offering the community a window into the lives and experiences of trainees as Landworks. 19 blogs were posted over the course of the year. Won the 'Overall Award for Excellence. at the 2024 Charity Awards, and took top prize in the Social Care, Advice & Support category. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&13
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Welcomed the High Sheriff of Devon, Commodore Jake Moores OBE DL Royal Navy, to Landworks on Thursday 18th April 2024, who had chosen Landworks as one of his charities of the year. Made two policy submissions in January 2025: the first to the Government's Independent Sentencing Review, established to take a fundamental look at the sentencing framework in England and Wales; the second to the House of Commons Justice Select Committee for their new inquiry into 'Rehabilitation and Resettlement.. 11 Contributed a chapter on Landworks to Generative Justice in Theory & Practice, to be published by Bristol University Press in January 2026. The chapter, by PeN Project Lead, Julie Parsons focuses on the power of storytelling in desistance, using the story of Market Garden Assistant Sam, in his own words (See Graduate Support, page 191. Launched our ReimagTning Rehabilitation and Resettlement research project in January 2025. Our ambition is to inspire progressive change by making the case for our approach to resettlement to be replicated in other parts of the criminal justice system. Published our latest evaluation report in partnership with the University of Plymouth in November 2025. Further developed our use of social media, significantly increasing the number of Facebook1+11%1 and Instagram {+20%1 followers over the year. As well as helping to raise awareness, this has had a positive impact on sales within our field gate shop. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&14
Landworks Trustees. Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Fundraising Despite the challenging economic environment, we had another successful fundraising year. We are hugely grateful to all the individual donors who continue to support the charity, and especially as we know that this continues to be a difficult financial period for many people. The be5+ +hing abc Landworks F +lie one-+o- one chaHin cha++iry +0 people. +he hards-on physical work. keepinfj ycurse occupied +F,5 +he +hin9 ,iing your5eiF busy, having eren+ and p05i+ive +hinfj5 +0 think abou+. yeaF¥ P5+ keepinfj +he brt]in posi+ive Lind being posi+ive, +ha+'s +he bes+ +hing abou+ being here. We would a150 like to thank all our grant funder5 over the last year who so generously support the charity. This includes the following who provided over £10,000 each: The Aurum Charitable Trust City and Metropolitan Welfare Charity Garfield Weston Foundation Clarke, Tralnee The Goldsmiths Company The Henry Smith Charity Mabel Cooper Charitable Trust The Mercers, Company National Lottery Community Fund Our thanks too, to everyone who has held community f undraising events to support the charity, we are very grateful for the local community support. Finally, we would like to thank all our customers who bought items from our market garden, pottery, and wood workshop. All proceeds from the sales directly support the charity. Alongside the important income generated, the shop provides a real sense of purpose and achievement for trainees f rom making, growing, and selling produce. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&15
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Trainee Voices Research conducted as part of this year's evaluation report evidenced the high levels of social harm that has been experienced by the men and women on placement at Landworks. Over 90% had been exposed to high levels of adverse childhood experiences, 85% had mental health issues, 90% had drug and alcohol issues, 93% were in 'toxic' relationships and 69% were unemployed. In interviews undertaken over the year as part of the PeN project, trainees and graduates revealed, in their own words, how Landworks helps them to address these harms and gives them the confidence and practical support to pursue a life free from crime. (The full stories can be found at en ro ectlandworks.or Firstly, Landworks addresses physical harm by providing a safe environment. Trainees commented that what they enjoyed most about the site was that it provided a secure, peaceful, 'safe haven. far removed from the turbulence of their previous lives. 1+'s nice +0 Jus+ come here, ond pfj+ be soEe... You know +ha+ there's no+hing going on here. l+'s environmen+. You am'+ onna corne liere and like people's fjonna Sell you rugs or YCL) ain't fjonna use. sa I know coming here Ear +he +wo +ha+ I'm gonna be ok. George, Trainee Secondly, Landworks addresses psycholo8ical harm, by fostering a person-centred environment where relationships are non-hierarchical and based on trust, openness and honesty. Trainees with a long history of mental health issues and substance misuse comment on the non-judgmental, emotional and practical support Landworks offers them. l am preHy rnuch 5&er a+ +he momen+, bu+ because OE my sobrE+y l am struggl9 a lo+ wi+h my men+al lieal+h and +rauMa +ha+ I haven't processed ye+. So. we're pst kind & workin +hrw47 ways +ha+ l Gan ge+ +hroufjh +ha+ wi+hcLJ+ Fwvinfj o drink and we +alk a lo+ abou+ my +rifjgers ond wha+ happens when I'm +rgFred. I've o+a li++le dk3ry or like a Jcrnal on my phone. I If+ red by 50Me+hin I'll wrthe i+ down and +hen I'll wri+e down wha+ I do +0 cope.... We're cliL)Ilen in like pa++erns. 99 Deer, Trainee LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&16
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Thirdly, Landworks addresses relational harm by generating a sense of belonging, inclusion and companionship, acting as a surrogate family and f riendship circle, while maintaining professional boundaries. Trainees particularly value the chance to socialise and spend time together while eating and learning new skills. le fje+ +0 socialise. fje+ +0 know each o+her, y(xJ know, lyke Friends and s+uQE... IE you're ever in need or & ycu Feel like you're gonna go downhill, a+ lea5+ you've go+ some people +0 +olk +0, YCLJ know, in5+ead people +ha+ don'+ even know YCLJ and 5+uEE and +hen they Jus+ +reat ycu like a bafj d- Grap. 99 Clive, Trainee Fourthly, Landworks addresses economic and financial harms. Life at Landworks is modelled on a working day, giving structure and routine to the trainees, chaotic lives. They undertake purposeful and meaningful work and are supported to develop their social and employability skills, sort out their finances, seek employment, and stabilise their housing situation. I like +he rou+ine, +he fj+ruc+ure, having a rpose in liEe. I love wlic3+ I'm doing here wi+h +he woodwork, +he Eac+ +lu2+ I was Ju5+ like enJ4infj 5andinfj the choppin board5 and like, beinfj +oid I was doin a really sood Job, +0 now be on +he aG+ual la+he makinfj bowls. Patrick, Trainee Finally, Landworks builds self-esteem and self-worth by providing a non-judgemental, accepting environment where everyone feels valued and able to contribute. This recognition of worth strengthens trainee5' motivation to change, giving them hope and belief that de51Stance and a non-criminal identity are achievable. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&17
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives ..since 15+ar+ed coming ou+ here, rt'5 Jus+ Made me Feel a lo+ more posthive, Made rne Eeel a lo+ be++er ab(* myseiE because wken I s+ar+ doing some+hin} I'm alwtjys f Hing +okJ +ha+ I'm doin per La good Job. IE you're no+ doin9 fjorne+hing c+, +hen i+ doe5n'+ ma++er +00 much +hey'll JU5+ Show YCLJ how +0 do th a ain.... 1+.5 jus+ nice +0 be appreck2+ed beccse I el like I've no+ had +ha+ enou or I've no+ been aPprec+ed wi+h any+hing +ha+ I've been doing Snce I've +ar+eJ coming here, I'm like ac+uolly I'm no+ such a was+e OE ox ac+ually a decent I on&'dence b005+ 1 like....i+ e55. ave me a ood 99 KJ, Trainee LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&18
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Graduate Support A 'Graduate' is a Trainee who has finished their placement at Landworks and is living in the community. In 2024125 Landworks was in contact with 174 of its 237 {73.4%1 graduates, and provided 588 support sessions lincluding texts, phone calls and face to face contact). Integrating into community life after stopping offending can be a long and difficult journey, fraught with challenges and obstacles. Landworks therefore places considerable emphasis on offering on-going contact with trainees after placement and providing individualised, on-going support where needed. This can take a variety of forms from a simple wellbeing catch-up through to practical resettlement help with housing, mental health, benefits or employment. A return placement can also be arranged in crisis 51tuation5. Landworks has created its own distinctive 'traffic light, alert system to assess the needs of its graduates and the urgency with which they must be dealt with. 'Green' signifies that the graduate is progressing well and simply needs a 'listening ear,. 'Amber' means that the graduate may be facing some difficulties that have the potential to worsen if not swiftly addressed. A 'Red' alert is flagged up when a graduate is known to be facing severe difficulties or is in a state of crisis, highlighting the need for immediate assistance and possibly even a return placement. As set out above, the experience over the last year has reinforced to us the importance of offering this on-going element of the Landworks programme. The experience of Graduates is also significant for people currently on placement. Many drop in for lunch or at break time5, to Share positive experience5 andlor for support. These visits demonstrate the possibilities of a future beyond Landworks. Below, trainees KJ, Clive and Tom talk about how they have been inspired by graduates over the past year, and see them as a symbol of hope and aspiration. i+ mokefj me qui+e happy +0 see +1* People kyive fjor+ed +hern5elve5 ou+...I+ Ju5+ prove5 +ha+ this place works dunni+. I'd like +0 be one OE +hem people one day KJ, Trainee hey can p'k4e you coz +hey've been +hrou9h i+ all +hey're older than ycu and you know, +hey've got more experience in IkFe. Clive, Trainee +hey can relL]+e wi+h some OE +he problems and migh+ even have aJviGe Qor you over cer+ain issues GOZ +hey've been +hrough +he fjarne or fjimilar fjikn+ions. They may Fyive been +hrcugh +he similar si+ua+ion where +hey can guk4e ycu wi+h wha+ you're doiry now like, kom +heir experience. Tom, Trainee 99 LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag&19
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives The transformative potential of Landworks Research shows employment greatly increases the chances of stopping offending. At Landworks, trainees gain real work experience in the garden, pottery, workshop, and kitchen. While not job-specific, these activities build vital soft skills - teamwork, reliability, mutual support - and nurture creativity, giving trainees confidence and pride in their achievements. Occasionally, trainees discover a real sense of purpose and vocation, as IS the case with Sam, whose newly discovered love of horticulture lead to his appointment as Assistant Market Gardener at Landworks following the completion of his placement in 2024. Sam has contributed some profound insights into his two-year journey of healing at Landworks in a forthcoming book on generative justice, an extract of which is shared below. Sam's story y name is Sarry and I have been +hroufjh +he Criminal Jus+ice Sys+em (CJS). Over +he pa5+ yearfj prior +0 Landworks you could say +IIc3+ 1 was +urMing ou+ +0 be a produc+ OE +he CJS. Ye+, since comin LandWork5 1 ht2ve +aken a 0ern oppor+uni+y +0 +urn my liEe aroun been iven a sense OF hope. a pr05pec+ of- L2 contimCU5 Fruit1 ture and mos+ inFor+an+ly +0 me. seipbeliel. I know wha+ i ¢Yn GLI able o Joinfj and exci+ed abou+ wFYi+ i am ye+ +0 achieve. I have discovered a hk4den con&dence. i &'r5+ engafd wi+h Landworks in May 2021, a5 a Trainee. l+ was +hrcL) h a rerra1 From Proba+ion. I le[+ prison on i April 2012 wrth no+hing bu+ a duFAe bafj GF +a+ty Glo+hi and sorrE paperwork. Also occomFanyinfj me was nex+ +0 no hoFe or arnbi+ion. Now, in Aup4+ ZOI4, l am in employmen+ +hree days a week as a rnember OE a+ LW, while par+icipa+ing in educa+ion 5+udying a Hor+icul+ural SocEty LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 20
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Level Z course in Oan+ PeveloFmen+ and Etrow+h. l also +ake par+ in ano+her hor+icul+ur<21 course, local +0 where LW ifj fjthJo+ed s+udying Regenera+ive Farming. All OE +his con+riM+es +0 a brigh+er cu+look on +he world beEore rne ana aspira+ion5 +0 do ood. i &'nd My5eiQ unique posrtion a5 1 lIL)ve developed From Trainee to Emplo eeas Marke+ 6¥arden Assis+an+. I now use my newlound knowle FraG+iGe on +he land o+ Lanaworks. This is an achEvernen+ I would no+ h¢ive +hough+ possible, bu+ I have corne +0 believe in.... eEore l embarked on My Journey wi+hin +he world OE hor+icul+ure, I had not known Much abou+ plan+s o+her +han how +0 smoke +kEA. Once I s+t]r+ed working wi+h +heTrn I ki+ +his overwhelming sense OE achEvernen+ and belonging i Jus+ wt]n+eJ +0 work in +he Morke+ arden oll +he +irne. There is a fjpecial Eeeling qui+e like no o+her when ycu IIc3ve +aken +ime and pa+ience +0 grow sorne+hing From seed. Yc wa+ch +hem row wi+h your care, nur+uring +kEm in+0 pvenile5 where +he most e or+ is required +0 help them become oAul+s! To Make ure +hey are Aowerinfj and knthing as +hey shouk4. The bes+ par+ o my Job is wa+ching everyone ea+ +he Produce +KJ+ hL]4 been grown here and hearing +he sa+isEac+ion Erom everyone.,, I do not like +alkin in hind51 h+. but il rt Wa5 no+ For LandWork5, 1 WCLI have never Found My callin in i&e which l enerally believe to be plan+s and all +ha+ Gomes wi+h +hem. LarEIWorks has been +he efj+ +hinfj +FYi+ cctJk4 have hapFened +0 rne. i+ +ook me away Erom rny pas+ and fjuppor+ed me +0 work on my presen+ fjeiE Eor a be++er u+ure. 99 LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 21
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Challenges & Learning Whilst Landworks had much to celebrate in 2024125 it did so in the face of significant challenges within the criminal justice system. Following the departure of our Resettlement Manager in March 2024, Landworks reviewed and redesigned its resettlement support. The review showed that "resettlement" actually covered two distinct areas: therapeutic, relationship-based support alongside practical assistance involving housing, employment, benefits, and substance misuse services. The ongoing crisi5 in prison overcrowding and the subsequent solution sought through early release schemes placed considerable strain on an already overstretched probation service struggling with shortages of staff and resources (National Audit Office, 20251. Similarly, third sector welfare organisations such as those providing mental health and housing provision have also experienced staffing and resource constraints linked to underfunding of public services (Clinks, 20251. In June 2024, a designated Health and Wellbeing Lead was appointed to deliver the therapeutic element while working in close partnership with a growing network of external support organisations, including the Citizens Advice Bureau (debt), Job Centre Ibenefitsl, Together and Scrublands Isubstance mi5usel and Salvation Army lemployment} Isee diagram). A part-time psychotherapist is also available on-site to help respond to mental health issues and trauma. Overall, the pressures on resettlement support provided by the statutory sector has had a detrimental impact on Landworks. trainees and graduates whose emotional and practical needs have become increasingly more complex. This is reflected in the longer average placement time and lower number of men and women supported in 2024125 42 trainees compared to 52 the previous year. Citizens Advice Bureau Community yJoupsl ch8rttable sector Familyl Carer8 Mentsl Health Services Read EJBY Family Separation Support Houglng Health and Wellbeing Health 8nd Soclal Care Job Centre Drug and Alcohol Employ ment Probation LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 22
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives With the new role in place, most resettlement support is now delivered in-house, with 468 one-to- one sessions in 2024125. The Health and Wellbeing Lead works directly alongside trainees in gardens and workshops, tuning into their needs and offering personalised emotional and practical support. Crucially, her role is not to do tasks for trainees but to empower them to do things independently, breaking down barriers and bridging the gap between trainees and external services. Alongside the trainee's hard work and readiness for change, we are seeing the p051tive outcomes of their input, including success with housing and employment. During the year we replaced our third-party Case Reporting Management ICRMI system with a more streamlined registration form and action plan to better meet Landworks, case management and reporting needs. Each trainee now completes a registration form and action plan upon arrival. This 'living document, is updated on a regular basis as the trainee's situation changes and their needs are better understood, to ensure that they are receiving appropriate support for the duration of their placement. We were also excited to launch our new project, Reimasinins Rehabilitation and Resettlement. This provides an opportunity to bring together our research knowledge and practical experience of running a successful rehabilitation and resettlement programme and identify and promote the best ways to replicate the approach at local and national levels. The coming year will likely bring continued turbulence in the criminal justice system, driven by staff shortages and court backlogs. Reduced access to mental health, housing, and other welfare support will adversely impact trainees and graduates trying to rebuild their lives. Landworks, support will remain vital in filling these gaps. Despite mounting pressures, Landworks has consistently shown flexibility and an ability to adapt, responding effectively to the wellbeing and resettlement needs of its trainees and graduates. 13 licve LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 23
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Financial Review In the current economic environment, fundraising continues to be challenging, and we are therefore pleased to report a favourable outcome for the year with total income of £471,09812024- £392,220). Total expenditure was 1401,806 12024: £395,817) resulting in a net increase in funds of £69,292, reflecting a net decrease to restricted funds of £16,604 and a net increase to unrestricted funds of £85,896 before transfers. The total level of reserves held on 31 March 2025 was £433,326 (2023.. £364,034). It is the trustees, assessment that the charity is a going concern given the future grant funding already secured, the continuing strength of it5 earned income generation and the level of its unrestricted reserves. Reserves Policy The trustees, reserves policy is to build reserves equal to a minimum of six months and maximum of twelve months running costs to protect the continuity of the project against fluctuations in income. The unrestricted reserves for the year ended 31 March 2025 were £404,124 lincluding fixed asset5 of E18,764}. While this is just over 12 months running costs based on 2024-25 figures, it is under 12 months for planned expenditure in 2025-26, Furthermore, the increase in reserves is in large part due to a grant received this year which has been allocated to be spent in the next two years. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 24
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Our Team Landworks is Staffed by people well qualified to deliver its objectives. The Project Director is supported by an experienced board of trustees who provide strategic direction, and a team of nine other salaried staff WTth specific responsibilities. The Charity Manager Ipart time, 3 days a weekl takes the lead in Landworks charity governance, fundraising, communications and influencing activity. Our new Health and Wellbeing Lead 15 now responsible for in-house resettlement support, combining therapeutic support with tailored, practical resettlement support, either on site or wa external support agencies. A part-time psychotherapist is also available on-site to deal with more complex mental health issues and trauma. Recruitment & Induction of Trustees This year we also welcomed a new Potteryl Arts Lead, appointed to broaden the provision of art and give trainees more opportunities to express themselves, learn new skills and hopefully b005t their confidence. Any new trustees are appointed by the existing trustee5. Prospective trustees have the opportunity to meet with the Chair and other trustees and are encouraged to wsit the site, meet the team and current trainees, and they are provided with background information about the charity. Following appointment, all new trustees are provided with a copy of the Charity Commission guidelines 'The Essential Trustee, as well as the charity's constitution, the Landworks Handbook and recent annual reports and financial statements. They all complete Safeguarding training. Over the course of the year we had three graduates working as members of the staff team. Graduate-staff have 'lived' insight and experience of the criminal justice system, the 'ups and downs, of the desistance process and the realities of resettlement. They are also seen as inspirational, offering trainees and other graduates 'living proof and active hope, that change 15 achievable. Structure, Governance & Management Landworks is constituted as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation ICIOI, registered as a charity on 15 March 2016. The charity ha5 a governing constitution registered with the Charity Commission. The governing document was amended in September 2020 in order to allow trustees to serve up to three, rather than two, consecutive terms of office. Trustees meet a minimum of three times a year. All trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no benefits from the charity. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 25
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Reference & Administrative Details Registered charity name Landworks Charity number 1166057 Principal address Quarry Field Dartington Hall Totnes Devon TQ9 6EA Charity trustees Graham Edward Tuppen CBE (ChaTr} Sally Benthall {until 15th March 20251 Sarah Hocking Jason Kew Dr Aroop Mozumder Dr Sarah Wollaston Independent examiner Neil Hitchings FCA Francis Clark LLP Centenary House Peninsula Park Rydon Lane Exeter EX2 7XE Charity staff As of 31 March 2025: Chris Parsons (Project Director) Dan Sargent (Market Garden Support) Daniela Chivers (Project Co-ordinator) Graham Stone {Woodwork Manager) Julia Toy {Art Lead) May Carnell (Health and Wellbeing Lead) Monika Krol (Market Gardener) Steve Bradford (Charity Manager} Steven Wellington (Site Maintenance) LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 26
Landworks Trustees, Report (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities The trustees of Landworks ICIOI are responsible for preparing the Trustees, Report and the financial statements in accordance with the United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice) and applicable law and regulations. The law applicable to charities in England and Wales require the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to: select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently. observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP. make judgement5 and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; state whether applicable 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 going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in business. The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulation5 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. The Trustees Report was approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by Graham Edward (Ted) Tuppen CBE Chair of Trustees 16th January 2026 LandWork8 Tru8t8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 27
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Landworks Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Landworks Year ended 31 March 2025 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Landworks (the charity) for the year ended 31 March 2025. Responsibilities and bos15 of report As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act, i. I report in respect of my examination of the charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commissioner under section 14515llb) of the 2011 Act. Independent examiner s statement Since the charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect. {1) {2) {3) accounting 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 with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Mdtc Nail Hitchings FCA Francis Clark LLP Chartered Accountants Centenary House Peninsula Park Rydon Lane Exeter EX2 7XE Date.. 16 January 2026 LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 28
Statement ot Financial Activities Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Statement of Financial Activities Year ended 31 March 2025 Note Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total year ended 31 March 2025 Total year ended 31 March 2024 Income: Donations and Legacies Investment income Charitable activities Other trading activities 308,296 84,026 392,322 6,367 71,802 607 323,570 6,367 71,802 607 1,543 61,868 5,239 Total Income 387,072 84,026 471,098 392,220 Expenditure: Charitable activities 301,176 100,630 401,806 395,817 Total Expenditure 301,176 100,630 401,806 395,817 Net incomel{expenditur¢) 85,896 (16,604) 69,292 {3,597) Transfers between funds {423) 423 Net movement in funds 85,473 (16,181) 69,292 (3,597) Reconciliation of Funds: Total funds brought forward 318,651 45,383 364,034 367,631 Total Funds carried forward 404,124 29,202 433,326 364,034 The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 29
Landworks Balance Sheet As at 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Balance Sheet As al 31 March 2025 Note 2025 2024 Fixed assets Tangible assets 18,764 7,707 Current assets Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 3,240 425,538 16,167 357,698 Total current assets 428,778 373,865 Liabilities Creditors due within one year 10 (14,216) (17,538) Net current assets 414,562 356,327 Net Assets 433,326 364,034 The funds of the charity Unrestricted funds RestTlCted funds li 404,124 29,202 318,651 45,383 li Total Charity Funds 433,326 364,034 The notes on pages 31 to 39 form an Integral part of these accounts. These financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees. Graham Edward (Ted) Tuppen CBE Chair of Trustees 16th January 2026 Reglstered Charity Number: 1166057 LandWork8 Tru8t8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 30
Landworks Notes to the accounts Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Notes to the accounts Year ended 31 March 2025 Accounling Policies The principle accounting policies adopted, judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty in the preparation of the financial statements are as follows: (a) Basis of preparation The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with '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) the Charities SORP (FRS 102), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102). The financial statements have been prepared to give a 'true and fair, view and have departed from the Charities {Accounts and Reports} regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a 'true and fair view,. This departure has involved following Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) rather than the Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice effective from 1 April 2005 which has been withdrawn. The charity meets the definition of a public entity under FRS102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless othenmise stated in the relevant accounting policy note(s). The organisation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) registered in England and Wales on 15 March 2016. The funclional currency of Landworks CIO is considered to be pounds sterling because it is the currency of the primary economic environment in which the charity operates. The charity reported an unrestricted surplus for the year of £85.473 {2024: unrestricted surplus for the year of £31,256) and has already secured a significant amount of funding for the coming year. The trustees are of the view that the immediate future of the charity for the next 12 to 18 months is secure and that on this basis the charity is a going concern. (b) Funds Unrestricted funds are available to spend on activities that further any of the purposes of the charity. Restricted funds are donations which the donor has specified are to be solely used for the particular areas of the charity's work for specific projects being undertaken by the charity- LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 31
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives (c) Income Receipts are included in Ihe Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when.. the charity becomes entitled to the resources. it is probable they will receive the resources,. and monetary value can be measured with sufticient reliability. Income from government and other grants (including multi-year grants). whether 'capital' grants or 'revenue' 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. (d) Investment income Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the charity., this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the bank. (e) Expenditure and irrecoverable VAT 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 classified under the following activity headings.. Expenditure on charitable activities includes the direct cost of work with service users and other activities undertaken to further the purposes of the charity and their associated support costs. Other expenditure represents those items not falling into any other heading. Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred. (fj Allocation of support costs Support costs are those functions that assist the work of the charity but do not directly undertake charitable activities. Support costs include back office costs. finance. personnel. payroll and governance costs which support the charities work and activities. These costs have been allocated to expenditure on charitable activities. (g) Tangible fixed assets and deprecialion Individual fixed assets costing £2,000 or more are capitalised at cost and are depreciated over their estimated uselul economic lives on a straight line basis as follows.. Leasehold improvements - Straight line over the life of the lease Furniture and equipment- 50 % on a straight line basis Plant. machinery and motor vehicles- 20°/o on a straight line basis LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 32
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives (i) Taxation The charity is not registered for Value Added Tax, and the cost of irrecoverable VAT is therefore included within the relevant expenditure headings (i) Financial instruments Landworks only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. The charity currently holds: Trade and other debtors and trade and other creditors. Donations and Legacies 2025 2024 Donations aThd gifts Gift Aid General grants provided by governmentlother charities 97,718 10,576 284,028 69,523 5,658 248,389 392,322 323,570 The income from donations and legacies was £392,322 (2024.. £323,570) of which £308,296 was unrestricted {2024: £251,707) and £84.026 restricted (2024: £71,863). Investment Income 2025 2024 Bank Interest 6,367 1,543 6,367 1,543 The income from investments was £6,36712024.' £1 ,5431 of which £6,367 was unrestricted {2024- £1,543) and £nil restricted (2024.. £nil). LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 33
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Income from Charitable Activities 2025 2024 Wood workshop income Market garden sales Off site working sales Art department sales Compost sales 43,361 12,091 1,482 8,913 5,955 35,347 11,282 967 7,318 6,954 71,802 61,868 The income from charitable activities was £71,802 (2024: £61,868) of which £71,802 was unrestricted (2024.. £61 ,8681 and £nil restricted (2024: £nil}. Total Expenditure on Charitable Activities 2025 2024 Project staff (all activities) Operating and direct costs Overhead costs 283,035 271,730 31,321 23,362 95,409 92,766 401,806 395,817 The total resources expended were £401,806 (2024: £395,817) of which £301,176 was unrestricted (2024.. £289.101) and £100.630 restricted (2024: £106.716). LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 34
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Staff costs 2025 2024 Wages and salaries National Insurance Pension costs 253,788 242,327 20,964 8,283 21,180 8,223 283,035 271,730 There was 1 employee in receipt of emoluments exceeding £60,000. The charity trustees were not paid or received any other benefits from employment with the charity (2024: £nil) neither were they reimbursed expenses during the year12024.' £nill. No charity trustee received payment for professional or other services supplied to the charity {2024'. £nil). The key management personnel of the charity are the Project Director and the Charity Manager and their remuneration for the year is £89,14212024.' £68,350). The average number of employees during the year was 9 (2024: 9). The charity paid £8,28312024'. £8,223) of pension contributions through NEST. Net lncomel{expenditu) for the year 2025 2024 This is Stated after chaTging'. Depreciation Independent ELvnination and accountancy 8,702 2,700 3,012 2,580 LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 35
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives Tangible f ixed assets Plant, machinery & motor vehicles Fixtures, Fittings and Equipment Leasehold Improvements Total Cost At l April 2024 Additions 11,289 22,468 2,518 19,759 36,275 19,759 At 31 March 2025 11,289 22,468 22,277 56,034 Depreciation At l April 2024 Charge for the year 9,982 1,307 16,068 1,600 2,518 5,795 28,568 8,702 At 31 March 2025 11,289 17,668 8,313 37,270 Carrying amount At 31 March 2025 4,800 13,964 18,764 At 31 March 2024 1,307 6,400 7,707 Deblors 2025 2024 Prepayments and accrued income Grants receivable 3,240 6,167 10,000 3,240 16,167 LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 36
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives 10. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 2025 2024 Trade creditors Taxation and social security Accruals and deferred income Other creditors 4.931 6.549 250 8,388 2,779 314 2,486 6,057 14,216 17,538 11. Funds l April Incoming Expenditure Transfers 31 March 2024 resources 2025 Restricted funds The Considered Ask National Lottery Community fund Devon Community Foundation Sir Halley Stewart Trust Hadley Trust Mercer Trust Mabel Cooper Ch. Trust. The Aurum Trust 13,703 (8,482) 5,221 14,580 2,817 14,283 49,026 (64,029) 423 2,817 8,340 325 {5,943) (4,675) {6,487) { 10,000) {1,014) 5,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 3,513 8,986 Total restricted funds Unrestricted funds 45,383 318,651 84,026 387,072 (100,630) (301,176) 29,202 404,124 {423) Total funds 364,034 471.098 (401.806) 433,326 The Considered Ask - Food education and cookery National Lottery Community Fund RC South West Region - Salaries, Evaluation and Overheads Devon Community Foundation/OPCC - Woodwork trainer and materials for workshop extension LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 37
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives 11. Funds (continued) Sir Halley Stewart Trust- Resettlement Manager Hadley Trust- Tool purchase Mercer Trust- Arts funding Mabel Cooper Charitable Trust - Resettlement salary and costs The Aurum Trust- RR&R Project l April 2023 Incoming Expenditure Transfers resources 31 Marth 2024 Restricted funds Lloyds Bank Foundation National Lottery Community Fund Devon Community Foundation Sir Halley Stewart Trust 22,837 49,026 (9,134) (58,115) 13,703 14,580 2.817 14,283 23,669 2,817 53,750 (39,467) Total restricted funds 80,236 287,395 71,863 320,357 (106,716) (289,101) 45,383 318,651 Unrestricted funds Total funds 367,631 392,220 (395,817) 364,034 12. Analysis of Net Assets between Funds Unrestricted Funds 2025 Restricted Funds 2025 Total Funds 2025 Fund balances at the year-end are represented by: Tangible fixed assets 18,764 18,764 Net curTent assets 385,360 29,202 414,562 Total net assets 404,124 29,202 433,326 LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 38
Landworks Notes to the accounts (continued) Year ended 31 March 2025 - Iiicl lfjl()I'l(. Reducing Reoffending. Transforming Lives 2024 Comparative net assets by fund Unrestricted Funds 2024 Restricted Funds 2024 Total Funds 2024 Fund balances at the year-end are represented by: Tangible fixed assets 7,707 7.707 Net current assets 310,944 45,383 356.327 Total net assets 318,651 45,383 364,034 13. Operating lease commitments Commitments- the total of future minimum lease payments as follows: 2025 2024 Land and Buildings Less than l year 2-5 years
5 years 500 500 500 500 1,000 14. Related party transactions There were no related paty transactions in the year. LandWork8 Trust8es'Annual R8POrt lor th& year endéd 31 March 2025 Pag& 39
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