FitzFest 1170198
Receipts and payments accounts
For the period 06/11/2023 to
05/11/2024
Section A Receipts and payments
A1 Receipts
| Unrestricted Funds £ |
Resticted Funds £ |
Endowment Funds £ |
Total Funds £ |
Last year £ |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performing Fees |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Donations | 7,000 | 0 | 0 | 7,000 | |
| Sub total | 7,000 | 0 | 0 | 7,000 |
A2 Asset and investment sales
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total receipts |
7,000 | 7,000 |
A3 Payments
| A3 Payments | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Performers Fees |
10,824.25 | 0 | 0 | 10,824.25 | |
| Administratio n |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Other fees | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Travel | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Accomm. | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Postage | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Consumables | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Venue Hire | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PR, Website, Design |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Sub total | 10,824.25 | 0 | 0 | 10,824.25 |
A4 Asset and investment purchases
| Total payments |
10,824.2 5 |
10,824.25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net of receipts/pay ments |
| A5 Transfers between funds |
0 | 0 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 Cash funds last year end |
7,542.83 | 7,542.83 | |||
| Cash funds this year end |
3,718.58 | 3,718.58 |
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
B1 Cash funds
| Unrestricted Funds £ |
Resticted Funds £ |
Total Funds £ |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Lloyds treasurer’s bank account |
3,718.58 | 0 | 3,718.58 |
| Total cash funds |
0 | 0 |
B2 Other monetary assets N/A B3 Investment assets N/A B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use N/A
B5 Liabilities
| B5 Liabilities | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fund to which liability relates |
Amount due | When due |
| Payments | 0 | |
| Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees | ||
| Signature | Print Name | Date of approval |
Independent examiner’s report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
| Report to the trustees of | Report to the trustees of | FitzFest | FitzFest |
|---|---|---|---|
| On accounts for the year ended |
2024 | Charity no | 1170198 |
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity’s 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 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the 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 examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention 1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material aspect the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or 2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
| Signed | Date | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Mr David Hillyer | ||
| Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any): |
LLM | ||
| Address: | Westdown, Westdown Lane, Burwash Common,Sussex,TN19 7JT |
Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 06/11/2023 To 05/11/2024
Section A Reference and administration details
| Charity name | FitzFest |
|---|---|
| Other names charity is known by | FitzFest music festival |
| Registered charity number | 1170198 |
| Charity’s principal address | Flat 2, 17 Hanson Street |
| London | |
| W1W 6TJ |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| Trustee name | Office (if any) |
|---|---|
| Mr Daniel Bates | Chair |
| Ms Claire Louise John | |
| Mr Bob Boas | |
| Mr Stephen Carpenter |
Section B Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
| Description of the charity’s trusts | |
|---|---|
| Type of governing document | Constitution |
| How the charity is constituted | Charitable Incorporated Organisation |
| Trustee selection methods | Appointed |
Section C Objectives and activities
| Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document |
The objects of the CIO are: to promote maintain improve and advance the arts by promoting a series of public concerts, dramatic performances, exhibitions and other cultural events celebrating the cultural heritage of Fitzrovia, London and to promote maintain and improve the education of the public by providing workshops, lectures and music education work particularly (but not exclusively) for people living in Fitzrovia and to encourage the giving of public |
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| performances by schools, choirs and other like organisations. |
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| Summary of the main activites undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects |
In June 2024 Team FitzFest presented a wide selection of concerts, drama pieces, talks, walks and social and fitness events -- an inclusive festival that paid tribute both to the current thriving community and to the rich cultural history of the area. Taking music out of the concert hall and on to the streets of London, venues included unconventional spaces, such as the Rebecca Hossack Gallery and the Fitzrovia Chapel. Our diverse programme included both low-cost and free events as we wanted to make the festival as accessible as possible. You didn't need to book as it was a simple process of card payment on the door. Alongside many world-class professional musicians performing daily, our international artists for 2024 included Nick Moran, Neil McLaren and Katherine Spencer. These activities satisfy the objects of the CIO in promoting the arts and education of the public by providing performances and workshops. FitzFest’s social media presence continues to reach a large and diverse audience. The trustees are aware of the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit and are satisfied that the activities of FitzFest meet the criteria set out therein. |
Section D Achievements and performance
| Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year |
FitzFest 2024 celebrated London's Fitzrovia with all its musical heritage from past generations together with the contemporary diversity that thrives today. With a programme of music made entirely by musicians who have lived or worked in Fitzrovia over the centuries - and often played on historical instruments made in Fitzrovia - the festival was and always will be grounded in the local community. The 2024 edition offered an array of community concerts, workshops, social and fitness events to draw the local people into the festival and to celebrate the current community alongside the historical culture of the area. We used unconventional spaces such as shops, bars, pubs, art galleries and open community spaces. FitzFest 2024 touched the lives of people from across London as they enjoyed music, walks, art and yoga (plus workshops for children). Events were often held in unconventional venues, which made them accessible to all and extra interesting to attend. Feedback we collected made it clear that the festival brought friends and neighbours together, exploring unknown parts of the city and strengthening their sense of community. For them, Fitzrovia just felt a better place to visit, live or work. Building on the success of FitzFest 2023, we asked audiences and consulted with the community as to what events they would like to see staged at FitzFest 2025. |
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Section E Financial review
| Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves |
The charity reported a surplus of £3,718.58on 05/11/2024. It is the ambition of the trustees to build up reserves for future FitzFest festivals. |
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| Details of any funds materially in defecit |
Section F Other optional information
Section G Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature |
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| Full name | Daniel Bates |
| Position | Chair |
| Date | 29 August 2025 |