**ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL, KIRKBY IN MALHAMDALE** 

## **ANNUAL REPORT OF THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] DECEMBER 2025** 

## **ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION** 

The Church is situated in the centre of the village of Kirkby Malham to the west of the main street. It is part of the Diocese of Leeds, in the Bowland and Ewecross Deanery. It is a corporate body established by the Church of England. The correspondence address is The Vicarage, Kirkby Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 4BS. The Parish became part of a new Benefice of Upper Aire (the parishes of St Andrew Gargrave, St Peter’s Coniston Cold, and St Michael the Archangel Kirkby Malham) on 1[st] June 2021. The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is registered as charity 1171766 with the Charity Commission. The last Annual Parochial Church meeting was held on 27th April 2025. 

|The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is registered as charity 1171766 with the Charity Commission.<br>The last Annual Parochial Church meeting was held on 27th April 2025.|The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is registered as charity 1171766 with the Charity Commission.<br>The last Annual Parochial Church meeting was held on 27th April 2025.|The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is registered as charity 1171766 with the Charity Commission.<br>The last Annual Parochial Church meeting was held on 27th April 2025.|
|---|---|---|
|Except where stated all members of the PCC served throughout 2024. The members are:|||
|**Priest in Charge Upper Aire Benefice**|Revd Andrew Steer|(Appointed November 2019)|
|**Associate Priest Upper Aire Benefice**|Revd Sue McWhinney|(Appointed June 2021)|
|**Wardens**|Gillian Marsh|(first elected Vestry Meeting 2021)|
||Sarah Rycroft|(first elected Vestry Meeting 2024)|
||Elizabeth Cummings|(first elected Vestry Meeting 2023)|



## _**Representative on the Deanery Synod.**_ Lynn Ashton (elected APCM 2024) 

_**Elected members**_ Sue Bailey (Secretary, elected APCM 2024), Michael Southworth (elected APCM 2023), Fiona Armer (elected APCM 2023), Lawrence Denholm (elected APCM 2025) Max Thienel became Treasurer on 1st August 2024, co-opted to the PCC at PCC meeting 12.08.24, and again on 27.04.25. 

The Electoral Roll Officer is Sue Bailey (appointed APCM 2024). The Electoral Roll consists of 61 members of which 50 are resident in the parish and 11 are non-resident. 

## **STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT** 

The PCC is a body corporate (PCC Powers Measure 1956, Church Representation Rules 2022). Members of the PCC are appointed in accordance with the Church Representation Rules. The clergy and Churchwardens are ex-officio, and the remaining members are elected. All members are Trustees. PCC members are responsible for all matters to do with governance and finance. 

The PCC Safeguarding procedures are fully compliant with Diocesan policy. DBS checks are completed for all PCC members, and they are also required to complete online Safeguarding training courses, Basic and Foundation. The Parish Safeguarding Officer, Jennifer Rowland stood down in April 2025, Revd Sue McWhinney acted as Parish Safeguarding Officer during the remainder of 2025. 

The PCC has a Parish Guard Insurance Policy with the Ecclesiastical Insurance Office plc. 

## **RESERVES POLICY** 

Accumulated funds are held in ‘reserve’ to meet future expenditure. Reserve funds fall into three categories: 

## **General Reserve** 

Funds held in the general reserve account will be used to meet regular future expenditure as and when required. The PCC may also choose to deploy general reserve funds on individual goods or services, consistent with core objectives, at its own discretion. The PCC aims to maintain a balance on General Reserve of no less than six months regular expenditure. 

## **Designated reserves** 

The PCC may choose to set aside a sum of money to be used for a specific future purpose. Such funds will be held independently from General Reserves. Designated funds are maintained for Bells and Music. Despite the designation the PCC may decide to use the funds for other purposes. 

_PCC Annual Report for 2025_ 



## **Restricted reserves** 

Funds received from donors, often by way of bequest, may be given on the basis that they be used for a specific purpose. Such restrictions are binding on the PCC and the associated funds must be held separately from General and Designated funds and used solely for the purpose intended by the donor. The PCC may also choose to allocate money to a Restricted fund, subject to the same limitations as to use. Restricted funds are maintained for Church Fabric, the Organ and the Churchyard. 

Reserve funds are held in Bank current accounts with additional amounts held in the Church of England Deposit Fund. 

## **OTHER POLICIES** 

Other policies in place cover Health and Safety, Conflict of Interest, and Risk Management and these are available on application. 

## **ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE** 

7 meetings of the PCC were held and the average attendance was 8 members. 

## **CHURCH ATTENDANCE** 

The usual attendance at main Sunday services was 24 adults (24 in 2024) and 1 child. Numbers are considerably more for special seasonal services at Christmas, Easter, Harvest, and Remembrance. 

## **AIMS AND PURPOSES, ACHIEVEMENTS, THANKS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND REVIEW OF THE YEAR** 

The primary aim of the PCC is to promote in the parish the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social, and ecumenical, according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England. The PCC is also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of St Michael’s Church, which is grade 1 listed, and the grounds, and the good management of the church finances. 

The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our church, and for visitors to find a place of prayerfulness and peace, so the church continues to be open from 9am to dusk every day, and services are designed to be inclusive for people of all denominations and none. Several new people have joined the regular congregation, though sadly a number of parishioners have died, and some have been less able to come due to illness, so our usual Sunday attendance has not risen. Special services were held at key times of the year: Ash Wednesday, Mothering Sunday, Easter, Harvest, Remembrance, Christmas, including the Christingle and school Nativity, and we have had bumper numbers attending, especially at Easter and Christmas. A highlight of the year was the Confirmation of a candidate by Bishop Anna in March. We also continue to offer prayer resources and a quiet space for members of the community and visitors in the Lady Chapel, and we are a collection point for Skipton Food Bank. The Vicarage Home Group has continued to meet most weeks, discussing issues of life and faith. Building on the success of previous years the fourth annual Art in the Dale exhibition took place in June, with a wide range of local artists exhibiting and good conversations amongst visitors. We endeavour to offer music and arts events that will bring people together and enrich the life of the Dale. Concerts have included an evening of organ and accordion music in June, the Voices of Craven summer concert in July, and a folk concert in October. The Good Friday ‘Walk in the Dale’ was well supported with new participants this year, leading to a wildflower walk in June, and the Safari Supper in September was a huge success, with over 80 participants. The church is also involved in outreach through the Malham Show, community and environmental events, pastoral visiting, and articles in the Parish Magazine. 

Revd Sue takes regular assemblies in Kirkby-in-Malhamdale primary school and hosts visits for the school to do heritage projects and to rehearse for their Nativity in church. The Open the Book team continues to visit the school regularly and their visits are much enjoyed by the children. 

Revd Sue supports Revd Andrew Steer by taking services at Coniston Cold and Gargrave, including weddings and funerals, and supports the deanery in her role as Deanery Secretary. She continues to be involved with the MuslimChristian Women’s Group with a residential each September and day visits, and the Leeds City of Sanctuary Maternity Stream, who came again to make Christingles for the local children in December. Visitor ministry continues to be a big part of the role of the church and Revd Sue’s ministry, 17,000 people being recorded crossing the threshold during 2025; this includes those attending services, concerts, to clean and maintain church and to do the flowers, but it reflects a significant number of visitors, including those interested in the heritage of the church, and those looking for a quiet place to pray. We continue to serve the community with a well-stocked card stall, second-hand books for sale, locally grown plants, and in being a collection point for donations to Skipton Food bank. 

_PCC Annual Report for 2025_ 



There were 5 weddings, 2 memorial services, one funeral, one burial of ashes, and 3 baptisms during the year. The main Sunday service is Sung Eucharist, with some variety on first Sundays of the month (an 8.30am BCP Communion and a 10am Family Service) and there was one service of Choral Evensong during 2025 with thanks to a visiting choir which was very much appreciated. 

Huge thanks are due to all those who support the ministry and mission of St Michael’s: the Wardens, organists (Margaret, Lawrence, and Adrian), sides people, bellringers, fabric group, grass cutting team, flower arrangers, and all those who help with cleaning and maintenance of the church and grounds so that it is a welcoming and wellcared for space for visitors and locals alike. We are also most thankful to all those whose regular giving and fundraising has enabled us to pay our way, for those who have given freely of their time to serve on the PCC, and the finance team:  Max (Treasurer) and Ali (book-keeper). It has been a particular sadness that Ted Ellis became ill during the year and had to step down from his role as Chair of the Fabric Group. He has been the driving force behind all the work to care for and maintain the church building and grounds for many years, and his thoughtful preparation and skill in overseeing the works will be much missed. 

_Revd Canon Sue McWhinney (Associate Priest)._ 

## **SAFEGUARDING** 

There are no Safeguarding issues to report, and the diocesan Safeguarding Policy was adopted again in March. Please see the section on Safeguarding under ‘Structure Governance and Management’ in the Annual Report. Jennifer Rowlands of Gargrave stepped down from the role of Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) in April, so Revd Sue covered the role for the rest of the year. 

## **FINANCE** 

I am pleased to present the financial statements of the PCC of Kirkby Malham for the year ended 31 December 2025. The accounts have been prepared on an accruals basis in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006. 

Overall, 2025 was a financially stable year. Although total income was lower than in 2024, we kept a close rein on core costs, and the year ended broadly in balance — with a very small net shortfall of just £8 across all funds combined. Our total fund balances stand at £64,405 at year end, essentially unchanged from the £64,413 we held at the start of the year. 

## **Income — £47,466 (2024: £55,899)** 

Total income was £8,433 lower than in 2024. The main reasons for this are set out below. 

_Voluntary income_ totalled £25,739 (2024: £33,770). Planned giving was slightly higher at £11,840 (2024: £11,463), which is very encouraging. Collections at services fell to £4,478 from £8,440 — this appears to reflect a continuing trend rather than any single cause and is something the PCC will wish to monitor going forward. 

On Gift Aid, it is most meaningful to look at cash received and the year-end accrual together. In 2024, a backlog arose in submitting Gift Aid claims, which meant that £4,300 was sitting as accrued income at year end. That issue was resolved in early 2025, and we have since been able to submit a claim each month. As a result, the accrued balance at the end of 2025 has reduced to £196, with £4,445 received in cash during the year — giving a combined Gift Aid total for 2025 of £4,641 (2024 combined: £5,562). The year-on-year difference is therefore much smaller than the headline figures suggest, and the improvement in our claiming process is a genuinely positive development. 

_Activities for Generating Funds_ came to £13,589 (2024: £13,166) — a pleasing increase of £423. A more detailed analysis of individual activities, including a comparison with 2024 and a view on net contribution, is set out in the section below. 

_Investment Income_ was £4,100 (2024: £4,339), comprising Smithy rental income of £2,000 and interest on our CCLA investment accounts of £2,100. 

_Church Fee Income_ (weddings, funerals, etc.) was £3,646 (2024: £4,624). 

_PCC Annual Report for 2025_ 



## **Activities for Generating Funds — detailed analysis** 

The table below sets out income, directly attributable costs, and net contribution for each activity, comparing 2025 with 2024. 

|**Activity**|**Income**<br>**2025**<br>**Costs 2025**<br>**Profit 2025**|**Income**<br>**2024**<br>**Costs 2024**<br>**Profit 2024**|
|---|---|---|
|Parish Magazine|£         3,708<br>£      3,738<br>**(£          30)**<br>£         2,074<br>£          544<br>**£      1,530**<br>£         2,677<br>£      1,320<br>**£      1,357**<br>£         1,310<br>£          211<br>**£      1,099**<br>£         2,089<br>£          481<br>**£      1,608**<br>£             370<br>£              -<br>**£          370**<br>£         1,266<br>£              -<br>**£      1,266**<br>£                 -<br>£              -<br>£              -<br>£             257<br>£              -<br>**£          257**|£         4,889<br>£      3,155<br>**£      1,734**<br>£         1,942<br>£          621<br>**£      1,321**<br>£             513<br>£          299<br>**£          214**<br>£         1,719<br>£             98<br>**£      1,621**<br>£                 -<br>£              -<br>£              -<br>£             402<br>£              -<br>**£          402**<br>£         3,059<br>£              -<br>**£      3,059**<br>£             541<br>£              -<br>**£          541**<br>£             101<br>£              -<br>**£          101**|
|Bookstall|||
|Art in the Dale1|||
|Musical Evenings|||
|Safari Supper|||
|Show Cake Stall|||
|200 Club|||
|Pop Up Café|||
|Other|||
|**Total**|**£      13,589**<br>**£      7,085**<br>**£      7,456**|**£      13,166**<br>**£      4,173**<br>**£      8,993**|



_12024 Art in the Dale income combines Artist Donations (£270) and Event Income (£243)._ 

A few observations are worth drawing out: 

The **Parish Magazine** moved from a net surplus of £1,734 in 2024 to a broadly break-even position in 2025, with a small deficit of £30. Income was £3,708 (2024: £4,889), reflecting a reduction in the number of advertisers. Reported costs of £4,528 included £790 relating to 2024 issues; adjusting for this, underlying 2025 costs were £3,738 (2024: £3,155), still reflecting increased printing costs following the closure of our previous supplier. While the position is significantly stronger than initially reported, the PCC may still wish to review the Magazine’s pricing and cost structure over time. It should also be noted that the timing of advertising income and payments is not fully aligned to publication periods, so some income or costs may relate to different financial years. 

**Art in the Dale** was a standout success, delivering a net surplus of £1,357 against very modest costs — a dramatic improvement on 2024 (net £214). The event has clearly grown in scale and ambition, and this is a very positive development. 

The **Safari Supper** made a welcome return, generating £2,089. After taking account of event-related costs, including the provision of wine, it delivered a strong net contribution. Thanks are due to all those who hosted, prepared, and served food so generously without charge — their contribution significantly enhanced the success of the evening. 

**Musical Evenings** remained a very positive activity, generating a net contribution of £1,099. While directly attributable costs were modest, income was strengthened by generous support from performers and attendees, including donations received for refreshments. 

The **Bookstall** continues to be a reliable and low-cost contributor, with a net surplus of £1,530. 

The **200 Club** contributed £1,266 to restricted funds (2024: £3,059). The reduction reflects the level of participation and prize payouts during the year. 

Overall, the net contribution from fundraising activities fell from £8,993 in 2024 to £7,456 in 2025. This reduction is driven primarily by the reduced contribution from the Parish Magazine and, to a lesser extent, higher event-related costs. However, the diversity of our fundraising programme remains a real strength, and the strong performance of Art in the Dale, the Safari Supper, and Musical Evenings are all grounds for encouragement. 

## **Expenditure — £47,473 (2024: £44,840)** 

Total expenditure was £2,633 higher than in 2024. 

_Diocesan Parish Share_ — as in previous years, our contribution was set at a level that reflects what we can sustain as a parish. We paid and accrued £22,000 in 2025 (2024: £22,213), in both cases directed towards covering the cost of a house of duty priest. The full share requested by the Diocese was £26,426, leaving £4,426 unpaid at year end. The PCC will continue to keep this under review as our financial position develops. 

_PCC Annual Report for 2025_ 



_Church running costs_ totalled £17,792 (2024: £17,580), broadly similar to last year overall. One item worth noting is Heat & Light, which at £5,345 is considerably higher than the £1,625 recorded in 2024. This reflects a previous billing problem with our energy supplier, whereby invoices were not being raised correctly due to a mix-up between our account and that of the Parish Hall. Since switching suppliers in late 2024 and moving to a correctly administered account, we have been receiving reliable invoices, and the 2025 figure is likely to be a more accurate reflection of our true energy costs — the 2024 figure was almost certainly understated. Insurance was £5,490, Church maintenance £5,319, Administration £828, Upkeep of services £655, and Bells maintenance £156. 

_Clergy and staffing costs_ were minimal at £596 (2024: £605). 

## **Fund Balances at Year End** 

At 31 December 2025, the PCC held total funds of £64,405 (2024: £64,413), made up as follows: 

## _Unrestricted Funds — £41,698_ 

- General Fund: £17,150 

- Reserve Fund: £21,751 

- Bells Fund: £1,078 

- Music Fund: £1,719 

## _Restricted Funds — £22,708_ 

- Fabric Fund: £20,773 

- Organ Fund: £1,764 

- Churchyard Fund: £170 

These funds are held in CCLA investment accounts (£48,509), bank current accounts (£20,080), and cash in hand (£729), net of accruals. 

## **Looking Ahead** 

While we end the year in a financially stable position, it would be unwise to be complacent. Voluntary income has been declining, and we are conscious that regular attendance at services has been falling. Planned giving is the bedrock of our finances, and fewer regular worshippers means that this income stream faces real pressure in the years ahead. The PCC will be giving serious thought to how we can grow our income — whether through new forms of giving, broadening our fundraising programme, developing community engagement, or exploring other opportunities — and we would warmly welcome ideas and input from the congregation as we think this through together. 

Finally, and most importantly, our heartfelt thanks go to everyone who supports this church — not only through their giving, but through the extraordinary amount of time, energy, and care they give freely and willingly. Whether it is organising events, maintaining the building, leading worship, producing the Magazine, baking cakes, or simply being present and encouraging others — this church depends on its people far more than on its finances. That nonfinancial contribution is immeasurable, and it is what makes Kirkby Malham the community it is. Thank you. _Max Thienel- Treasurer_ 

## **CHURCH FABRIC** 

## **1.Quinquennial Fabric Inspection and Report** 

The completed 2025 Quinquennial Report has been received (based on a draft from 2024) and we have started to schedule work. The cost of work recommended is around £18,700 spread over 5 years. 

## **2.Water ingress** 

Water ingress above the South Aisle continues to occur in some wind conditions.  Plans are in place for further StormDry application to South Aisle. There have been occasional other isolated non-recurring events. 

There has been some water ingress from the tower roof. There is no obvious defect. Plans for further inspection. Water penetration in 2024 had affected plaster above the North Aisle. Strong winds and rain from the Northeast probably caused this. Stormdry application to The North Aisle has been completed, and the heating is maintained at 10 degrees or above to conserve the fabric of the building. There has been no further deterioration in the plaster. 

## **3.Solar Panels and Heat Pump** 

Work on a case for installing a ground source heat pump and solar panels to replace the current boilers has continued slowly. An initial quote has been obtained, and the feasibility of a grid connection needs to be confirmed. 

_PCC Annual Report for 2025_ 



Churthyard
A preliminary inspeLtion of the trees in the church yard has been rnade, and further inspection will be done when
the trees are in leaf.
General work clearin8 Trvy from boundary walls etc ha5 continued. The main area has been regularly mowed by 3
team of volunteers.
The beech hedge by the boiler house has been trimmed and the holly trees in the wall have also been trimmed
Ipartly to reduce spuwiou5 Sctivations of the roof alaiml.
Diversity in the wildflower area has increased but the active management has had little impact and we are
discussing alternatives
Gravestones are thecked lor stabllity 6 monthly.
The metal gates, boiler room door and lychgate have been painted / treated and the lantern above the gate
refurbished.
5.Other Work
Staging was arranged for the School nativity play.
The wire suspension for the Advent Wreath has been upgraded to make helght adJustments easler.
The ongoing work schedule includes clearing of gutter5 and hoppefs, drains and ventilation etc. Inspection for and
treatment of woodworm or other damage to wood has been done.
The boiler suffered a mechanical failure causing incomplete combustion and other issues early in 2025. This was
prompuy rectified by KR Martin who have also serviced the boilers. Ventilation holes have been made in the door
to the boiler room, and the gutter has been realiened. The longstanding blockage It) the hopper above the roof has
been cleared.
A special thank you to all the Fabric Group who work tirelessly in the upkeep and care of the fabric of our ancient
church. Due to ill health, Ted Ellis had to step down as chair. His practical skill. organi5ational abillty, energy, and
good nature will be greatly missed. Briun Rycroft. Duvid Holl, ond Paul Mcwhinney on beholf of the Fobric Group.
MALHAMDALE PARISH NEWS
The Parish magazine was published 10 time5 durlng the year and dlstrlbuted by a loyal band of volunteers to all
households in the Dale. The publscation, which has a print run of 450 and hs free of charge to recipient5, IS
produced by St Michael's as a service to the community. It is a valu8ble source of infonnation about local events,
local org3nisations and contains interesting eeneral articles.
The editor is Sue Heseltine, who receive5 copy from contributors each month, and prepares the magazine format.
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The cost of the magazine was fijnded mainly from advertisements placed by a loyal group of about40 local
businesses, along with donations from Kirkby Malham Parish Council, Airton Parish Meeting and a number of
private indi¥tduals. We a￿ very grateful to all of these, enabling us to cover the costs of producing this valuable
source of information. Michoel Southworth.
THE BELLRINGERS
St Mlchaels 8ellringlng team is now well established and tontinuing to improve theii skills. We now have 12 full
members of the Yorkshire A550ciation of Church Bellringers, IYACRI. The Tuesday evening praCti￿S are well
attended, and our ringers are all makinE great progress. ringing confidently and moving on to elementary method
ringing. Thi5 has allowed u5 to reduce the tied bell prartice to one day a week with the simulator. We are
continuing to occasionally take some of our ringers to other towers in thè local area on their prartice nights, this
gives thern a valuable experience of rinEing different bells.
This year we have rung the bells for three weddings and tolled the Tenor bell forthe passing of parishioners.
We also welcomed three teams of vi51tlng rir¢gers durlng the year and were lolned <m several Sunday mornlngs by
visiting ringers who were on holiday in the area.
We didn't achieve any quarter peals ourselve5 this year bLrt welcomed a visiting band from local towers to Ting
during the Yorkshire Association Quarter Peal week Hopefully this coming year will see some of our own ringers
ringing their first quarter peal. Once again, we welcomed an experienced band of rin8ers to ring a full peal on our
bells for our Patronal Day.
We hold praCti￿S every Tuesday evening at 7.30 and welcome any ex-ringer5 who would like to return to ringing
and anyone who would like to learn.
George Parker. Tower Coptotn.
Approved by the PCC on ....-............. and slBned on thelr behalf by the chalrperson
PCCAnnuul Reportfor 2025

## **PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL (PCC) OF KIRKBY MALHAM** 

## **FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025** 

## **INCOME & EXPENDITURE  ACCOUNT** 

|**General**<br>**Restricted**<br>**Funds**<br>**Notes**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>**INCOME**<br>Voluntary income<br>Planned giving<br>11,840<br>Collections at services<br>4,478<br>All other giving/voluntary receipts<br>**2**<br>4,779<br>0<br>Gift aid recovered<br>4,445<br>Gift aid accrued<br>196<br>**25,739**<br>**0**<br>Activities for Generating Funds<br>**3**<br>12,323<br>1,266<br>Investment Income<br>**4**<br>4,100<br>0<br>Church Fee Income<br>3,646<br>Grant Income<br>Other Income<br>392<br>**Total Receipts**<br>**46,200**<br>**1,266**<br>**EXPENDITURE**<br>Church Activities:<br>Diocesan parish contribution<br>**5**<br>22,000<br>Clergy and staffing costs<br>596<br>Church running costs<br>**6**<br>17,762<br>30<br>Mission giving and donations<br>Cost of generating funds<br>**7**<br>7,085<br>0<br>Major Capital Expenses<br>**Total Payments**<br>**47,443**<br>**30**<br>**Excess (shortfall) of income over expenditure**<br>**-1,244**<br>**1,236**<br>**STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES**<br>**Reserve Funds**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>Fund Balance at 1 January 2025<br>42,772<br>21,641<br>Excess/(Shortfall) of receipts over payments<br>-1,244<br>1,236<br>Fund Balance at 31 December 2025<br>**41,528**<br>**22,877**<br>**REPRESENTED BY:**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>**Cash Funds**<br>Deposit Funds<br>27,909<br>20,600<br>Bank Current Accounts<br>17,972<br>2,108<br>Cash in Hand<br>729<br>**46,610**<br>**22,708**<br>**Other Balances**<br>Accrued Income<br>946 -<br>Accrued Expenses<br>-5,858 -<br>**-4,913**<br>**0**<br>**41,697**<br>**22,708**<br>**2025**|**General**<br>**Restricted**<br>**Funds**<br>**Notes**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>**INCOME**<br>Voluntary income<br>Planned giving<br>11,840<br>Collections at services<br>4,478<br>All other giving/voluntary receipts<br>**2**<br>4,779<br>0<br>Gift aid recovered<br>4,445<br>Gift aid accrued<br>196<br>**25,739**<br>**0**<br>Activities for Generating Funds<br>**3**<br>12,323<br>1,266<br>Investment Income<br>**4**<br>4,100<br>0<br>Church Fee Income<br>3,646<br>Grant Income<br>Other Income<br>392<br>**Total Receipts**<br>**46,200**<br>**1,266**<br>**EXPENDITURE**<br>Church Activities:<br>Diocesan parish contribution<br>**5**<br>22,000<br>Clergy and staffing costs<br>596<br>Church running costs<br>**6**<br>17,762<br>30<br>Mission giving and donations<br>Cost of generating funds<br>**7**<br>7,085<br>0<br>Major Capital Expenses<br>**Total Payments**<br>**47,443**<br>**30**<br>**Excess (shortfall) of income over expenditure**<br>**-1,244**<br>**1,236**<br>**STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES**<br>**Reserve Funds**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>Fund Balance at 1 January 2025<br>42,772<br>21,641<br>Excess/(Shortfall) of receipts over payments<br>-1,244<br>1,236<br>Fund Balance at 31 December 2025<br>**41,528**<br>**22,877**<br>**REPRESENTED BY:**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>**Cash Funds**<br>Deposit Funds<br>27,909<br>20,600<br>Bank Current Accounts<br>17,972<br>2,108<br>Cash in Hand<br>729<br>**46,610**<br>**22,708**<br>**Other Balances**<br>Accrued Income<br>946 -<br>Accrued Expenses<br>-5,858 -<br>**-4,913**<br>**0**<br>**41,697**<br>**22,708**<br>**2025**|**Total**<br>**£**<br>11,840<br>4,478<br>4,779<br>4,445<br>196<br>**25,739**<br>13,589<br>4,100<br>3,646<br>0<br>392<br>**47,466**<br>22,000<br>596<br>17,792<br>0<br>7,085<br>0<br>**47,473**<br>**-8**<br>**£**<br>64,413<br>-8<br>**64,405**<br>**£**<br>48,509<br>20,080<br>729<br>**69,318**<br>946<br>-5,858<br>**-4,913**<br>**64,405**|**Unrestricted**<br>**Funds**<br>**Restricted**<br>**Funds**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>11,463 -<br>8,440 -<br>5,485<br>2,820<br>1,262 -<br>4300 -<br>**30,950**<br>**2,820**<br>10,107<br>3059<br>3,346<br>993<br>4,624 -<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>**49,027**<br>**6,872**<br>22,213 -<br>605 -<br>10,156<br>7,424<br>268 -<br>4,174 -<br>-<br>-<br>**37,416**<br>**7,424**<br>**11,611**<br>**-552**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>31,160<br>22,193<br>11,612<br>-552<br>**42,772**<br>**21,641**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>26,701<br>19,708<br>15,166<br>957<br>2,084 -<br>**43,951**<br>**20,665**<br>4,344 -<br>-4,547 -<br>**-203**<br>**0**<br>**2024**|**Total**<br>**£**<br>11,463<br>8,440<br>8,305<br>1,262<br>4,300<br>**33,770**<br>13,166<br>4,339<br>4,624<br>0<br>-<br>**55,899**<br>22,213<br>605<br>17,580<br>268<br>4,174<br>0<br>**44,840**<br>**11,059**<br>**£**<br>53,353<br>11,060<br>**64,413**<br>**£**<br>46,409<br>16,123<br>2,084<br>**64,616**<br>4344<br>-4547<br>**-203**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
||**41,697**<br>**22,708**||**43,748**<br>**20,665**|**64,413**|





**NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS** 

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## **1 Basis of Accounting** 

|**1 **|**Basis of Accounting**|**Basis of Accounting**|**Basis of Accounting**|**Basis of Accounting**||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|**2 **<br>**3 **<br>**4 **<br>**5 **<br>**6 **<br>**7 **<br>**8 **|These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 using the Accruals basis.|||||
||**All other giving/voluntary income**<br>Donations<br>Direct QR Code Donations<br>Bequests<br> **Activities for Generating Funds**<br>Parish Magazine<br>Bookstall<br>Show Cake Stall<br>Art in the dale : Artist Donations<br>Art in the dale : Event Income<br>Musical Evenings<br>Safari Supper<br>PopUp Café<br>200 Club<br>Other<br> **Investment Income**<br>Rental Income - Smithy<br>Interest income<br> **Diocesan Share**<br>Share requested<br>Less share paid and accrued<br>Share unpaid<br> **Church running costs**<br>Upkeep of services<br>Insurance<br>Heat & Light<br>Administration<br>Church Maintenance<br>Church Bells Maintenance<br> **Cost of Generating Funds**<br>Magazine Costs<br>Art in the Dale : Expenses<br>Bookstall Purchases<br>Safari Supper expenses<br>Music Evening Expenses<br> **Individual Funds**<br>Movements in the year on indivudual funds we<br>**Unrestricted Funds**<br>General Fund<br>Bells Fund<br>Reserve Fund<br>Music Fund|**2025**<br>**Unrestric**<br>**ted**<br>**Funds**<br>**Restricte**<br>**d Funds**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>1,881<br>0<br>2,899<br>**4,779**<br>**0**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>3,708<br>2,074<br>370<br>2,677<br>1,148<br>2,089<br>1,266<br>257<br>**12,323**<br>**1,266**<br>£<br>£<br>2,000<br>**2,000**<br>**0**<br>£<br>26,426<br>22,000<br>**4,426**<br>£<br>£<br>655<br>5,490<br>5,345<br>828<br>5,289<br>30<br>156<br>**17,762**<br>**30**<br>£<br>£<br>4,528<br>1,320<br>544<br>530<br>162<br>**7,085**<br>**0**<br>re as follows:<br>**at 1.1.25**<br>**Surplus/**<br>**(Shortfall)**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>19,347<br>-2,197<br>930<br>148<br>21,751<br>0<br>1,719<br>0<br>**43,747**<br>**-2,049**|**Total**<br>**£**<br>1,881<br>2,899<br>0<br>**4,779**<br>**£**<br>3,708<br>2,074<br>370<br>0<br>2,677<br>1,148<br>2,089<br>0<br>1,266<br>257<br>**13,589**<br>£<br>2,000<br>0<br>**2,000**<br>£<br>655<br>5,490<br>5,345<br>828<br>5,319<br>156<br>**17,792**<br>£<br>4,528<br>1,320<br>544<br>162<br>**6,555**<br>**At 31.12.25**<br>**£**<br>17,150<br>1,078<br>21,751<br>1,719<br>**41,698**<br>**2025**|**2024**<br>**Unrestricted**<br>**Funds**<br>**Restricte**<br>**d Funds**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>3,693<br>2,820<br>1,792 -<br>-<br>-<br>**5,485**<br>**2,820**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>4,889 -<br>1,942 -<br>402 -<br>270 -<br>243 -<br>1,719 -<br>0<br>0<br>541 -<br>-<br>3,059<br>101 -<br>**10,107**<br>**3,059**<br>£<br>£<br>2,000 -<br>1,346<br>993<br>**3,346**<br>**993**<br>£<br>24,907<br>24,907<br>**-**<br>£<br>£<br>1,030 -<br>5,250 -<br>1,625 -<br>722 -<br>756<br>7,424<br>773 -<br>**10,156**<br>**7,424**<br>£<br>£<br>3,155 -<br>299 -<br>621 -<br>98 -<br>**4,173**<br>**0**<br>**at 1.1.24**<br>**Surplus/**<br>**(Shortfall)**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>6,848<br>12,499<br>843<br>87<br>21,751 -<br>1,719 -<br>**31,161**<br>**12,586**|**Total**<br>**£**<br>6,513<br>1,792<br>0<br>**8,305**<br>**£**<br>4,889<br>1,942<br>402<br>270<br>243<br>1,719<br>0<br>541<br>3,059<br>101<br>**13,166**<br>£<br>2,000<br>2,339<br>**4,339**<br>£<br>1,030<br>5,250<br>1,625<br>722<br>8,180<br>773<br>**17,580**<br>£<br>3,155<br>299<br>621<br>98<br>**4,173**<br>**at 31.12.24**<br>**£**<br>19,347<br>930<br>21,751<br>1,719<br>**2024**|
||||||**43,747**|





|**Restricted Funds**<br>Churchyard Fund<br>Organ Fund<br>Fabric Fund<br>**Total**|**£**<br>**£**<br>145<br>25<br>1,764<br>0<br>18,757<br>2,016<br>**20,666**<br>**2,042**<br>**64,413**<br>**-8**|**£**<br>170<br>1,764<br>20,773<br>**22,708**<br>**64,405**|**£**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>368<br>-223<br>145<br>1,764 -<br>1764<br>20,061<br>-1,304<br>18757<br>**22,193**<br>**-1,527**<br>**0**<br>**20,666**<br>**53,354**<br>**11,059**<br>**0**<br>**64,413**|
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL,
KIRKBY IN MALHAMDALE
I report to the Parochial Church Council ()f St Michael's Church for the year ended 31st December 2025.
Responslbilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the PCC you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance
with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 I'the Act'i.
I report in respect of my examination of the PCC'S accounls carried out under section 145 of the 2011
Act. In carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity
Commission under section 14515){bl of the 2011 Act.
Independent examin8r's stat•ment
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 } accounting records were not kept in respect-of the CIO as required by section 130 of the Act., or
21 the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concems 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 lo be
reached.
Use of my report
This report is made solely to the charity trustees, as a body. My work has been undertaken so that
I might slate to the charity trustees those matters l am required to state to them in an Independent
Examinels report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or
assume ￿SponsIbl11ty to anyone other than the charity and the charity trustees as a body, for my work,
for this report, for the statemenls I have made, or for the opinions I have stated.
Dated 9 April 2026
eph
Hogg
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of M8n8gement Accountants
Crag Leith
Green Head Lane
Settle
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