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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER
1170013
(England & Wales)
PREPARED BY
CliAivI ?I.EYS I_HARTERED CER TIFIED ACCOUNTANTS
CHAMPLEYS MEWS. MARKET PLACE. PICKERING
Y018 7AE

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
CHARITY INFORMATION AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025
Trustees
Ann Ruddlck
Judlth Carr
Julia Mary White
Kevin Davis
Maria Jacqueline Clerkin
Nicholas Medcalf
Martyn Herrin8
Patricia Langton
Accountants
Champleys Chartered Certlfled Accountants
Charnpleys Mew5
Market Place
Plckering
Y018 7AE
Bankers
Virgin Money
Skipton Buildlng Society
Prlnclpal Operatlng Address
Norton Hlve Communlty Llbrary
Commercial Street
Norton
Malton
Y017 9ES

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
TheTrustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31st March 2025.
Batk8round and Structure
The legal name of the Charity is Sight Support Ryedale. The Charity was established by a constitution adopted on 2nd
November 2016. On 3rd November 2016 it became a CIO. The Charity 15 registered in En8land & Wales wlth the
Charity Commlsslon in En8land & Wales (CCEW) with charty number 1170013.
Summary of the purposes and actlvlties of the Charlty
The aim of the Charity is to promote any charitable purpose which wlll benefit adults Ilving in Ryedale who are vlsually
impaired, in particular by:
provldlng regular meetlngs where members can come together in a welcoming atmosphere and partlclpate In
social and other activities chosen by themselves;
disseminating information about visual and technical assistance which could benefit members;
providing signposting about the range of state or any other benefits which exist to assist sight impaired persons,
fosterin8 the confidence and enjoyment of members by enabllng them to take pèrt in wider activlties such as
outings.
representlng the needs and vlews of members to ststutory authorlties, eharltsble groups and others who provide
services for the visually impaired
Pvbllc Benefit Statement
Throughout the year the Slght Support Ryedale Board of Trustees had regard to the 8uldellnes on publlc benefit as set
out by the Charlty Commission when exercising powers or duties to which the guldance Is relevant.
Trustees
The followin8 persons served as Trustees durlng the year ended 31st March 2025:
Trustee
Office
Trustee AppolntmentslReslgnatlons
Ann Rudditk
Judith Carr
Julia Mary White
Kevin Davis
Maria Jacqueline Clerkln
Martyn Herrin8
Nlcholas Medcalf
Patrlcla Langton
Treasurer
Chair
Appointed 8th May 2024
Nicholas Medcalf resigned as Chair and was repla￿d by Robin Spencer on 18th June 2025.
Staff. Mana8ement and Selertlon of Trustees
One third of our Trustees in rotation are required to stand down at the Charlty's Annual General Meetin8, but those
bein8 eligible and who wish to can offer themselves for re-election.
Trustees are appointed at the annual general meetin8 and are recruited from people who have an interest in the
Charity. The Charity is controlled and directed by the elected members of the executive committee.
Rlsk Management
The executive committee continues to examine the principal areas of the Charivs operations to review the major risks
which may arise In each area. In the opinion of the executive committee, this review enables such risks to be
Identified and allows them to be mitigated to an acceptable level in the Charitys day to day activities.

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TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
Revlew of the Charlty's achlevements and perforniance. Includlng the dlfference the Charlty has made to the
beneflclarles and to wlder soclety throughout the year
In 2024-2025 Sight Support Ryedale continued to deliver a high quality - person centred service that significantly
Improved the lives of individuals living with visual impairments across Ryedale. Our work this year has demonstrated a
strong and 5UStained impact on both our beneficiaries and the wider community supporting not only individual
Independence and wellbeing but also increasing public awareness and inclusion.
Over the year we provided vital support to Members through flexible. acce5s1ble services delivered at our Norton
Centre, in people's homes and at community venues. We introduced improved assessment- models Including a
strengths based and initial contact approach to ensure early tsilored interventions. These change5 led to quicker
access to support and more personalised service planning, placing members at the heart of their support.
Our activitles shaped and co- produced with members included swimming, dance, chalr aerobics, country walks, arts
and crafts and assistive technology support. These not only enhan￿ physical health and confidence but also play a
crucial role in reduclng Isolation. Friendship groups remained a cornerstone of our servlce providing essential peer
support and creating a sense of belon8in& especially in rural areas.
The charlty also made a positive contribution to the wider society. Through presentstions, community partnershlps
and participation in events we increased awareness of visual impairments amon8 local counclls. health providers, and
the publlc. Our collaborative work with organisations such as Yorkshire Housin& Food Share, Libraries and GP sur8erles
helped bridge gaps in understandin8 and improved referral pathways.
We supported emotional wellbeing through partnershlps wlth Eye Cllnlc Llalson Officers, Mental Health services and
Local Gys, ensuring the members received timely and appropriate emotional support.
Volunteers were fundamental to our delivery. with 28 individuals contributing across all areas of service. Thelr time
and commitment expanded our reach, particularly for transport and befriendin8 SUPPOrt, and created strong links
within the community.
Despite ongoing rural transport challenges, we continued to adapt and explore practlcal solutions to improve access.
Looking ahead, we are enhancing our branding and visibility, increasing our social rnedla reach, and expanding our
servlce, Including pilotin8 a lon8er, day- service-style friendshlp sesslons to better meet the memberfs needs.
Overall, Sight Support Ryedale, with the support of lottery funding, has provided clear and measurable benefitto
individuals. the wider public. and partner organi5ations. We remain committed to developing inclusive, impactful
services that enable people with si8ht loss to live fulfillin8, connected lives.

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TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
Statement of Trustees. Responslbllitles
The Trustees are responsible for preparing the tru5tees' report and financial statements in accordance wlth
appllcable law and United Klngdom Accountlng Stsndards (Unlred Kingdom Generally Accepted Accountlng Prartlcel.
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 year. In preparing these financial statements the Trustees are
required to..
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently:
o obseple the methods and principles in the Charities SORP,
o make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent:
prepare the financial statement on the ongoing concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the
harity will continue in operation.
The Trustees are resF)onsible for keeping proper accounting records that 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 1993, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. and the provislons of the Charity's
constltution. They are also responsible for safeguarding the a55ets of the Chartty, and hence for taking reasonable
steps for prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Thls report was approved by Sight Support Ryedale trustees and is signed on their behalf bv:
obin Spencer
Chairman
Dated

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
TRUSTEES. REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
Flnanclal Revlew
The flnanclal posltion of the Charity as at 315t March 2025 as more fully detailed in the accounts, can be summarised
as follows:
2025
2024
Income
Expendlture
Net Surplus/lDeficitl
157,084
1148,859)
8,225
89.487
199,1501
{9,6631
Unrestrlcted Funds
Restrlcted Funds
Desl8nated Fund5
Total Funds
48,867
23,780
29,500
102,147
38,484
25,938
29,500
93,922
The results for the year show a surplus of £8,225. Total reserves amounted to £102,147 at as at 315t March 2025, of
which £48,867 are unrestricted. The Charity's income primarily derives from the National Lottery fund, although there
are restrictions on what these funds can be spent on. The accounts can vary f rorn surplus to deficit depending on the
tlmin8 of the fundin8 recelved.
Reserves Pollcy
The Trustees malntaln a designated fund of £29,500 {2024'. £29,500). The Trustees acknowledge that unrestrlcted cash
reserves are required to:.
cover any redundancy or other costs that may arise in the event of closure
o as a source of funds of last resort In the event of cost overruns on activities that can not be met elsewhere
The Board ofTrustees have reviewed the amount designated and assess It to be adequate to cover the above
requlrements.

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER TO THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
As a practising member firm of the As%xiation of Chartered Certified Accountants. we are subject to its ethical
and other professional requirements which are detsiled at http:l/rulebook.accaglobal.com/
I report on the accounts of Sight Support Ryedale for the year ended 31st March 2025, which are Set out on page5
7tol2.
Respectlve Responslbllltles of Trustees and Examlnei
The charity'5 trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an
audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 Ithe 2011 Act) and that an
independent examination is needed.
It Is my responsibility to:
o examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section
14515llbl of the 2011 Act: and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the Independent Examiner's Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity Commission. An
examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a compari50n of the accounts
presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual item5 or disclosures in the accounts,
and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not
provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether
the accounts present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement
below.
Independent Examinerfs Statement
In connection with my examination. no matter ho5 come to my attention:
l. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect, the requirements:
o to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act. or
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records: or
• concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charitie5 (Accounts and Reports)
Regulations 2008 otherthan any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not
matterconsidered as partof an independent examination.
have not been met. or
2. to which. in my opinion, attention should be drawn in orderto enable a proper understanding ofthe
accounts to be reached.
Mlchael Richmond FCCA
on beholf of
Champleys Chartered Certified Accountsnts
Champleys Mews
Market Place
Pickering
Y018 7AE
20th October 2025

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 315T MARCH 2025
Notes
2025 Breakdown By Fund
Unrestricted Restricted
Designated
2025
Total
2024
Total
Recelpts
Bank Interest
Donations, Legacies and Grants
Fundraising Activities and Events
Sundry Income
1,549
4,718
4,532
459
1,549
150,544
4.532
459
145.826
83,769
5.715
Total Recelpts
11,258
145,826
157,084
89,487
Payments
Charitable Activltles
Support Costs
Fundraising Costs
Governance and Adminlstratlon
70
805
118,OSS
28,392
118,125
29,197
82,422
15,714
69
945
1,537
1,537
Total Payments
875
147,984
148,859
99,150
Reconclllatlon of Funds
Total Funds Brought Forward
Transfers Bel￿een Funds
38,484
25,938
29,500
93,922
103,585
Surplus / (Deficit) for the Year
10,383
(2.1581
8,225
(9,6631
Totèl Funds Carried Forward
48,867
23,780
29,500
102,147
93,922

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025
Bl Cash Funds
Accounts
Current Account
2025
2024
77,217
24,713
217
70,541
23,164
217
Deposit Account
Cash Account
Total
102.147
93.922
Represented by Funds
Unrestricted
Restricted
Designated
Total
48,867
23.780
29,500
102,147
38,484
25,938
29,500
93,922
B2 Other Monetary Assets
Gift Aid Claim12023, 2024 and 2025 Estimate)
Totsl
2,219
2,219
1,738
1,738
B3 Investment Assets
B4 Assets Retalned for the Charlty's Own Use
B5 Uabllttles
PAYE
Pension Contributions
Other Accruals
1.295
277
1,160
2,732
1,370
434
775
Total
2,579
For and on behalf of all the Trustees
Robin Spence
-ch
Dated
Martyn Herring- Treasurer
Dated

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDAIE
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
l Basls of Accountlng
These accounts have been prepared on the Receipts and Payments basis in accordance with Section 144121 of the
Charities Act 2011.
2 Accounting Polldes
Donated Goods, SerVI￿s and Facilities
Donated goods, services and facilities are measured at fair value (the amount for which the asset could be exchanged)
unless impractical to do so.
Governance and Support Costs
Support costs have been allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance costs comprise all costs
involving public accountsbility of the charity and its compliance with regulation and good practice.
Volunteer Help
The value of any voluntary help is not included in the accounts. but is described in the trustees, annual report.
Fixed Assets for use by Charity
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Assets are shown on the ststements of assets
and liabilities if they can be used for more than one year. and cost at least £300.
3 Nature and Purpose of Funds
Unrestrirted Funds
Funds that may be used at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the objects of the charity.
Restricted Funds
Fund5 that may only be used for specific purposes. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are
raised for specific purposes.
Designated Funds
A reserve set aside to cover possible closure costs that could arise sometime in the future if there was a need. This
figure is the current estimate of such costs. There has been no change in this financial year.
4 Breakdown of Donatlons, Le8acles and Grants
2025 Breakdown
Notes Unrestrirted Restricted
2025
Total
2024
Total
Deslgnated
Barchester Healthcare
Boccia
Bright Sparks
Fittwilliam Estste
Methodist Women In Britsin
North Yorkshire Sport
National Lottery
Royal Virtoria Trust
Wilf Jack50n Trust
Other Small Grants and Donation5
Total
1,830
1,000
3,000
2,500
2,500
900
5,394
68,000
137,246
5.000
1,080
137,246
5.000
1.080
4,718
150,544
4,718
4.718
3,645
83,769
145,826

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNT5 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
5 Breakdown of Expendlture on Charltable Artlvities
2025 Breakdown
Notes Unrestrlrted Restrlcted
2025
Total
2024
Total
De51gnated
Activities and Support Groups
Excursions and Travel
Newsletter
Resource Centre Products
Wages and Salaries
Website and Maintenance
70
7.439
5,215
498
7,509
5,215
498
592
9,931
139
741
70,425
594
2,454
101.614
835
2,454
101,614
835
io
Total
70
118,055
118,125
82,422
6 Breakdown of Expendlture on Support Costs
2025 Breakdown
Notes Unrestricted Restrlcted
2025
Total
2024
Total
Deslgnated
Equipment Expensed
Insurance
Printing, Stationery & Office Supplies
Rent of Premise5
Room Hire
IT Support and Software Costs
Staff Training and Welfare
Staff Travel
Telephone and Internet
General Expenditure
Total
3.813
1,220
755
3.813
1,220
1,560
10,875
1,380
2.186
70
4.966
2,954
173
750
911
805
1,038
3,400
804
10.875
1,380
2,186
70
1,852
94
3,282
2,338
1,245
15,714
4.966
2,954
173
805
28,392
5,033
7 Breakdown of Expendlture on Governance and Admlnlstratlon
2025 Breakdown
Notes Unrestrlrted Restricted
2025
Total
2024
Total
Deslgnated
Accountancy & Independent Examination
Outsourced Services
Payroll and Pension Administration
Trustees Expenses
Total
875
875
775
362
362
300
300
170
1,537
1.537
945
io

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
8 Breakdown of Fund Movements12024 - Prlor Year)
B/Fwd
Receipts
Payments
Transfers
C/Fwd
Restricted
Barchester Healthcare
Boccia Plus
Bright Sparks
Duke ofyork Community Initiative
Methodist Women In Britain
National Lottery
North Yorkshire County Council
North Yorkshire Sport
NY stronger Communities
Royal Victoria Trust
Siriu5 Minerals
Transpennine
Two Ridings Trust
1.830
1.000
3,000
1450)
1.380
1.000
1,990
3.601
480
(I,oio)
3.601
900
1420)
171,677)
11.000)
1673)
1684)
1139)
7.932
3.025
68.000
4,255
2,025
4.721
3,471
97
5,394
4.155
236
5,000
4.925
6.045
34.919
{5,0001
14.014)
14,0381
184.1051
911
2,007
25.938
80,124
{5.000)
Deslgnated Funds
Managed Closure and Refurbishment
29,500
29.500
Unrestrirted Funds
39.166
9,364
115,0461
5,000
38,484
Totsl Funds
103,585
89,488
199.1511
93,922
9 Breakdown of Fund Movements (2025 - Current Year)
BIFwd
Receipts
Payments
Transfers
CIFwd
Restrlcted
Barchester Healthcare
Boccia Plus
Bright Sparks
Duke of York Community Initiative
Fitswilliam Estste
Methodist Women In Britain
National Lottery
North Yorkshire County Council
North Yorkshire Sport
NY Stronger Communities
Royal Victoria Trust
Transpennine
Two Ridings Trust
Wilf Jackson Trust
1,380
1,000
1.990
3,601
11.3801
12471
11.9901
11,655)
753
1,946
2,500
2.500
1480)
1133,1031
12,025)
14,014)
1751
1971
19111
{2.0071
4,255
2,025
4,721
3,471
97
911
2,1)07
137,246
8,398
707
3.396
5.000
5,CMJO
1,080
145.826
1.080
23,780
25.938
{147,9841
Deslgnated Funds
Managed Closure and Refurbishment
29,500
29,500
Unrestricted Funds
38,484
11,258
{8751
48,867
Total Funds
93,922
157.084
1148.8591
102,147
li

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDAIE
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
10 Staff Numbers, Payroll and Penslon Costs
2025 Breakdown
Notes Unrestrlcted Re5trlcted
2025
Total
2024
Total
Designated
Direct Wages
Employer Pension ContribLttions
Employer National Insurance
Total
95,567
3,542
2.505
101,614
95,567
3,542
2,505
101,614
67,816
2.286
323
70,425
There were an average of 5 staff workers in 202512024 . 31. All staff are payroll employed.
11 Trustee Expenses and Related Party Transaction5
No trustee received a remuneration for services rendered. No trustee, or anyone connected wlth a trustee, has a
material interest in any of the charity's transactions.
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