REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1168918 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 FOR THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY Lowson Ward Chartered Accountants 292 Wake Green Road Birmingham B13 9QP
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Page Report of the Trustees Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial Statements 7 to 13 Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 14 to 15
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER2024 The trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2024. OBJEcfivES AND ACTIVITIES Objectives and aims The object of the Charity is the preservation of The Solihull Manor House with its ancillary buildings and Garden as a property of historic and natural beauty and to allow its use for the benefit and enjoyment of inhabitants of Solihull and neighbourhood, but having regard to the use of the property to the best advantage of the Charity. The Charity constitutes a public benefit entity and the trustees have complied with the duty in section 17{5} of the 2011 Charities Act to have due regard to public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission. ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE The major responsibility of the Trust is to ensure the continued viability of the property in accordance with the Trust Deed, and this ha5 been carried out. Primarily the fabric and general condition of the building is good, with maintenance work carried out as needed. FINANCIAL REVIEW Financial position Total income for the year ended 31st December 2024 15 £85.702 {2023: £87,508) with expenditure of £90,557 (2023: £80,860). This has generated a deficit of £4,855 {2023: Surplus £6,648) for the year, which has been carried forward in unrestricted reserves in the financial statements. The Statement of Income & Expenditure and Balance Sheet are shown on pages 5 and 6 respectively. Reserves policy The trustees aim to maximise the reseeS of the charity whilst ensuring the maintenance of the property. Total reserves at the year end were £73,511 {2023: £78,366). Going concern No material uncertainties exist that cast doubt on the charities ability to continue. The Trustees are of the opinion that the Charity is financially sound and expect the outturn for the year to 31 December 2025 to maintain the stability of the Charity. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document The charity is controlled by its constitution and is a charitable incorporated organisation. Page I
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Recruitment and appointment of new trustees Trustees have been recruited from local voluntary organisations such as Rotary International and Soroptimists. Advertising in Voluntary sections of professional bodies is also used. Potential Trustees are invited to attend a trustee committee meeting; this acts as an informal interview. If all goes well, they must then be formally elected by the members at the next AGM. No other person or body, external to the Charity is entitled to appoint trustees. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charity number 1168918 Principal address The Manor House 126 High Street Solihull West Midlands B913SX Trustees Philip James Barham Robert Michael Cox Robert Christopher Vaughan (resigned 24.1.20251 Richard John Harris Retired Chartered Accountant {appointed 1.3.2024) Stanley Thomas Hems Trustee (appointed 11.7.20241 Philip Barham is the Chair of Trustees. Anyone wishing further details of the charity should contact Philip Barham at The Manor House. Independent Examiner Philip Ward FCA Lowson Ward Chartered Accountants 292 Wake Green Road Birmingham B13 9QP Page 2
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Approved by order of the board of trustees on 29 August 2025 and signed on its behalf by: Philip James Barham - Trustee Page 3
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO THE TRUSTEES OF THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY Independent examiner's report to the trustees of The Solihull Manor House Charity I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of The Solihull Manor House Charity (the Trust) for the year ended 31 December 2024. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act,). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145{51(bl of the Act. Independent examiner's statement 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: 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 15 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. Philip Ward FCA Lowson Ward Chartered Accountants 292 Wake Green Road Birmingham B13 9QP 29 August 2025 Page 4
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 Unrestrirted funds 2023 Total funds Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Investment income 85,702 87,508 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Direct Charitable expenditure Governance costs Depreciation Wages and Salaries 49,256 8,783 261 32,257 44,899 3,246 348 32,367 Total 90,557 80,860 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) 14,855) 6,648 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 78,366 71,718 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 73,511 78,366 The note5 form part of these financial statements Page 5
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY BALANCE SHEET 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 Unrestricted fund5 2023 Total funds Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 782 1,043 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 12,834 81,947 320 84,819 94,781 85,139 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year (22,052) 17,816) NET CURRENT ASSETS 72,729 77,323 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 73,511 78,366 NET ASSETS 73,511 78,366 FUNDS Unrestricted funds io 73.511 78,366 TOTAL FUNDS 73,511 78,366 The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authori5ed for issue on 29 August 2025 and were signed on its behalf by: Philip James Barham - Trustee The notes form part of these financial statements Page 6
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basls of preparing the financial statements The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP {FRS 1021 '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 {FRS 102) {effective l January 2019),, Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Charitable activities Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred by the Charity in the delivery of its activities to maintain the upkeep of the Manor House. Tangible fixed assets Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life. Fixtures and fittings Computer equipment 25% on reducing balance 25Yo on reducing balance Taxation The charity 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. Page 7
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued Fund accounting Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements. Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalent5 comprise cash on hand and held in accounts. Going concern The Trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. INVESTMENT INCOME 2024 2023 Rents received 85,702 87,508 TRUSTEES. REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 December 2024 nor for the year ended 31 December 2023. Trustees, expenses There were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 December 2024 nor for the year ended 31 December 2023. Page 8
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 STAFF COSTS 2024 2023 Staff costs Social security 35,226 (2,969) 30,648 1,719 32,257 32,367 The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: 2024 2023 Administration No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. GOVERNANCE FEES: Governance costs include:. 2024 2023 Independent examination Payroll services Legal & professional service fees 1,620 546 6,617 1,404 342 1,500 8,783 3,246 Page 9
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Fixtures and fittings Computer equipment Totals COST At l January 2024 and 31 December 2024 3,041 36 3,077 DEPRECIATION At l January 2024 Charge for year 1,998 261 36 2,034 261 At 31 December 2024 2,259 36 2,295 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 December 2024 782 782 At 31 December 2023 1,043 1,043 The premises originally known as The Old Manor House are freehold, and the freehold is vested in the Official Custodian for Charities on behalf of the The Solihull Manor House Charity. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Rent5 receivable Prepayments 2,100 10,734 320 12,834 320 Page 10
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 CASH AT BANKAND IN HAND 2024 Total funds 2023 Total funds Cash in hand Bank account no. I 65 81,882 59 84,760 Total 81,947 84,819 CREDITORS: AMOUNT5 FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade creditors Social security and other taxes Other creditors Accruals and deferred income Accrued expenses 11.257 923 26 6,750 3,096 {I,ioi) 2,225 6,692 22,052 7,816 io. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net movement in funds At 31.12.24 At 1.1.24 Unrestricted funds General fund 78,366 (4,855) 73,511 TOTAL FUNDS 78,366 {4,855) 73.511 Page 11
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 io. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follow5: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestricted funds General fund 85,702 (90,557) (4,855) TOTAL FUNDS 85,702 (90.557) (4,855) Comparatives for movement In funds Net movement in funds At 31.12.23 At 1.1.23 Unrestricted funds General fund 71.718 6,648 78,366 TOTAL FUNDS 71,718 6,648 78,366 Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement In funds Unrestricted funds General fund 87,508 {80,860) 6,648 TOTAL FUNDS 87,508 {80,860) 6,648 Page 12
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ii. OTHER FINANCIAL COMMITMENTS 2024 2023 Due in < l year 1,458 1,944 Due > 2 year5 < 5 years 1,458 Total 1,458 3,402 Hire agreement Signed in November 2020 for various equipment / services connected to hygiene. 12. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURE5 There were no related party transaction5 for the year ended 31 December 2024. Page 13
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 2023 INCOMEAND ENDOWMENTS Investment income Rents received 85,702 87,508 Totsl incoming resources 85.702 87,508 EXPENDITURE Charitable activities Wages Social security Rates and water Insurance Light and heat Telephone Postage and stationery Repairs and maintenance Sundries Cleaning Computer costs 35,226 (2,969) 4,785 10.411 18.264 1.382 55 5,634 108 8,557 60 30,648 1,719 5,685 10,760 10,842 1,312 9,215 194 6,792 99 81,513 77,266 Support costs Finance Depreciation of tangible fixed assets 261 348 Governance costs Accountancy Carried forward 1,620 1,620 1,746 1,746 This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements Page 14
THE SOLIHULL MANOR HOUSE CHARITY DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 2023 Governance costs Brought forward Other professional charges 1,620 7.163 1,746 1,500 8.783 3,246 Total resources expended 90,557 80,860 Net {expenditure)/lncome {4,855) 6,648 This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements Page 15