CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From Period start date 0110312023 To Period end date 2910212024 Charlty name: The Longridge Charity registration number: 1166841 Objectives and Activities SORP reference Para 1.17 Summary ofthe purposes of the charity as set out in its goveming document To maintaln the traditions of Brass Band music and to develop and promote the art and science of the music in all its respects to people of all ages. To advance the education of children and young people, in particular, to appreciate, learn and participate in brass band music makin The band played 8 public concerts and took part in 11 competitions, all of which were open to members of the public. The band played 4 marching engagements. Additionally 9 Christmas carolling events were perfomied in and around the town of Longridge. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. Para 1.17 and 1.19 A Youth Band, with 30 playing members, is promoted, encouraged and nurtured. The Youth Band performed at the Proms Concert, the Christmas Concert and on Longridge Field Day. They also had their own concert at St Lawrence's Church. The Trustees are mindful of their responsibility to promote the band in its activities with regard to the Public's benefit. Statement confinning whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18 Additional Inforniation (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment includin ro ram related
including program related Investment Para 1.38 Contnbution made by volunteers Other Achievements and Performance SORP reference Throughout the year under review, The Longridge Band actively supported the community In whlch It resides. The band played a prominent role in the social life of the town and in and around local villages, playlng at local festivals, Christmas and Remembrance Parades and services. Summary ofthe main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity's work has made to the circUmstanS of its beneficiaries and any wider benefrts to society as a whole. Para 1.20 The band competes, from time to time, In both local and national contests. Competition perfomiances have maintained the band's standard of playing. The band's place in both the Championship Section and its world ranking, is a source of considerable Community pride. Additional infomiation (optlonal) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 Perfomiance of fundraising activities against objectives set Para 1.41 Investment perfomance against objectives Para 1.41 Other
Financial Review Review of the charity's financial position at the end of the eriod Statement explaining the policy for holding SerVeS statin wh the are held Amount of reserves held Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund materially in deficit Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concem Para 1.21 The band finds Itself In a strong financial posltlon. Para 1.22 The charlty does not have a pollcy on reserves. None18 needed. Para 1.22 Para 1.22 NIA NIA Para 1.24 NIA Para 1.23 NIA Additional Inforniation (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: The Band's income comes from a combination of awards and donations from Corporate friends, Patrons and the general public, from its direct fundraising activities, ticket sales and CD sales at concerts and performances. The charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.47 Great care Is taken to ensure that ticket's to the Band's performances are priced at levels which are affordable to the majority of the general public. Income is spent on the day to day running costs of the Band, including payment of professional fees, instruments, band room maintenance, essential equipment purchases and uniforms. The Band has no significant assets. Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted Para 1.48 A description of the principal risks facing the charity Para 1.48 Other
Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity's trusts: Type of governing document (trLisI dced. rov,Il charter) How is the charity constituted? (e.g IinincorF!ora'ed assoc.iatli?n cin'i Trustee selection methods induding details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees Para 1.25 Constltutlon (26.06.20) Para 1.25 A880clation Para 125 Election by the Charity in General Meeting. Additional information (optlonal) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees Para 1.51 The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works Para 1.51 Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Other Reference and Administrative details Chari name Other name the chari uses Re istered chari number Charity's principal address The Lon rid e Band 1166841 Behind the Durham Ox Bery Lane Longridge PR3 3JA
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Dates acted If not for whole ear Trustee name Office (If any) Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Secretary Trustee Name of person (or body) entitled toa oint trustee ifan Glenn Victor Anderton Carole Ann Bimson Janet Elizabeth Clegg Kathleen Hargreaves Brian Orlando Law Fred Little Susan Marie Newby Lauren Ogden Treasurer Trustee 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 rate trustees- names of the directors at the date the re Dlrector name ortwasa roved Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity Trustse name Date8 acted If not for whole ear
Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charlty's trustees Slgnature(s) Full name(s) Brian Orlando Law Susan Marie Newby Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Secretary Date lok Nlou lol
THE LONGRIDGE BAND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 29 FEBRUARY 2024 Prepared by: Red Dot Chartered Accountants 15 Olymplc Court Boardmans Way Whitehills Buslness Park Blackpool FY4 5GU
THE LONGRIDGE BAND THE YEAR ENDED 29 FEBRUARY 2024 2024 2023 Income Subscriptions, Donations & Grants 7,300 7,201 Charity Commisslon - Gift Aid 4,038 5,140 Patrons 11,100 9,871 Engagements 3,475 3,460 Christmas Carolling 2,822 2,827 Christmas Concert Inco Expenditure 3,288 (519) 3,031 (609) 2,769 2,422 ProTr6 Concert Inco Expenditure 1,539 (108) 1,195 (183 1,431 1,012 Patrons Concert Inco Expenditure 977 (350 1128 (175) 627 953 Special Concerts Incoff Expenditure 13,188 8165 6,976 4.075 5,023 2,901 Contest Winnlngs 1,025 1,600 V.A.T. Refundsl(Payments) 1,125 493 100 Club 1,360 1,110 42,095 41.008 38,990 Page 1
E LONGRIDGE BAND co cco AR ENDED 29 FEBRUA Y20 2024 2023 Expenditure Association Subscriptions, Fees etc 591 588 AdInIstrative Expenses 1247 2,215 Bandroom Expenses 2270 3,372 New Instrurr*ntslUniforrr6 and Repairs 3,748 3,874 New Music 661 776 Contest Expenses, Entries and Coaches 2,427 2,381 Petrol Expenses 7,939 6,636 Band Members: Honoraria Borrowed Players 955 2,330 955 1,382 3,285 2,337 Conductors Expenses 16,980 15,420 Special Trips Incon Expenditure 2,550 (2550 14,280 (15,455) 1,175 Insurance 2,113 1,936 Miscellaneous 5,247 3,606 CD & Memorabilia Expenditure Income Expenditure 82 303 (62) (303) Excess of InCOff over Expenditure Excess of Expendfture over Income (4,351) (5,023) 46,446 38,990 Page 2
THE LONGRIDGE BAND co cc THE YEAR ENDED 29 FEBRUARY 2024 Cash & Bank Reconciliation 2024 2023 2024 2023 Opening Cash Balance 406 126 Closing Cash Balance 1,925 406 Openlng Bank Balance 22,966 28,269 Closlng Bank Balance 17,096 22,966 Excess of expenditure over Income (4,351) (5,023) Excess of income over expenditure 19.021 23.372 19.021 23,372 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS 1. In addition to the iterrE shown in the accounts there are the followlng: 2024 2023 Instruments. Music and UniforrrE Onsurance Value) 233.476 215,582 2. Included within the main income and expenditure are iterrts relatiTvJ to the Youth Band as follows: 2024 785 2,184 1.399 2023 1,750 3,767 P,01 Income Expenditure (Deficit)ISurplus Page 3
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examinerfs report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trustees On accounts for the year Charlty no (If any) Set out on pa9eS I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above Gharity (Ihe Trusf) for the year ended Responslbilitlos and ba515 of report As the charivs trustees. you are reskx)nsible for the preparation of the accourts in ac(y)rdan(x with the requirements of the Chaiities Act 2011 rthe Acr). I report in respect of my examinats.on of the Trust's accounts (arried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act arKI in carying out my examination, I have fdkmed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission undw section 1445)(b) of Act. Independent trh& charity's gross income exeded £250,000 and l am qualified to examlnef8 Statement undertake the examination by being a qualified member of [Insert narne of applicable listed bodyJJ- Delete l ] if not applicable. I have compleled my examination. I confirn that no material matters have come to my attention in (xjnnection with eXam1rtion (other than that dlsclosed below ") which gives me cause to believe that in. any materlal respecl: the accounting record8 were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Ad; or the accounts dld rKJt accord with the acLountiThJ records. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements Concerni the form and content of accounts set out in the Charttles (Aixounts and Retx)rts) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the aUnts give a 'true and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concems and have come across no other matters in connection with Ihe examinalion to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to nable a proper understandirvJ of the accounts to be reached. ete the wo$ in the brackets if they do not appty. . Please sned. Date: Relevant professlonal qualifi&qtion(s) or body IER Oct 2018
(If any): Address: E ( k£) 04 Section B Disclosure Only cornplete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of cOrern {see CC32. IrKlependent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners). Glve here brfef detslls of any Iterns that the examlner wishes to dlsc1058. IER Oct 2018