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← The Parochial Church Council of the ecclesiastical parish of Fen Drayton with Fenstanton

2024-12-31-accounts

The ecclesiastical parish of Fen Drayton with Fenstanton Charity number 1173597

Annual report and financial statements of the PCC for the year ended 31 December 2023

Incumbent The Rev Rosie Tallowin The Vicarage 16 Church Street Fenstanton PE28 9JL

Inspecting Architect

Ashley Courtney, RIBA, AABC 36 Roseford Road Cambridge CB24 2HD

Aims and Purposes

Fen Drayton with Fenstanton Parochial Church Council (PCC) has the responsibility of cooperating with the incumbent, Rev Rosie Tallowin, in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish, the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. The PCC is responsible for the administration of the necessary funds of both its churches, St Mary’s (Chapel of Ease) and St Peter & St Paul (Parish Church), and Fenstanton Church Centre. Our mission statement calls us: “To grow and develop our Christian faith in our community.” Further, the Diocese of Ely requires us to pray to be generous and visible people of Jesus Christ.

Objectives and Activities

The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship with us and to become part of our benefice community, one parish with two churches. During this past year, the PCC has continued to provide ways for all those who wish to worship with us, either in person, or virtually via live stream from wherever they are, or worship at home using our booklet. We continue to be mindful of those with concerns due to their vulnerability of health, as well as those who remain unable to worship with us in person. The PCC has striven to put faith into practice through prayer and scripture, music and sacrament. The PCC has sought to engage with those who seek to grow in faith, deepen their discipleship, as well as those who are spiritual explorers. Both churches offer a warm welcome to anyone who wishes to worship with us regardless of gender, ability, where they are on their journey in faith, ‘in person, in church’ or online. In this way the PCC has sought to take seriously their responsibility as Trustees so that the public may benefit from connecting with the benefice and be part of our worshipping community.

We continue to provide weekly service booklets for use in church, as well as weekly Worship At Home booklets, and a weekly-ish newsletter. Harry Hucklesby continues to provide an excellent livestream for all the weeks he is available: our thanks to him and to those who step in when Harry is not available. The PCC thanks all those involved in the production, printing and delivery of the booklets and newsletter. This has become a vital part of our ministry to our community. Thursday Morning Prayer continues to meet on Zoom and has a good weekly attendance, including those beyond the parochial boundaries. The Parish was able to provide a service of Holy Communion at the Church Centre, for those who wished to attend, followed by a soup and sandwich lunch. With the coronation

date announced as 6 May 2023, the benefice engaged with local social events and Sunday 7 May the service focussed on the coronation, and included liturgy provided for the occasion. Planned social and other events for 2023 were well supported by the local community, giving opportunities for mission and outreach, working ecumenically and raising funds for vital repair work to the church buildings.

It has been a joy to welcome two ordinands on placement from Wescott House as part of their training. We have also been successful in our application for a curate and we look forward to Claire joining us upon her ordination in June 2024.

Rev Rosie Tallowin, Rector

Safeguarding Report 2023

The PCC for the Parish of Fen Drayton with Fenstanton has adopted The Church of England’s Safeguarding Policy for children, young people and adults, ‘Promoting a Safer Church’ as its own safeguarding policy and reviews it annually.

During the year I have been kept up to date of our safeguarding requirements by the Diocesan Safeguarding team via emails, newsletters and attending network sessions via Zoom. I am very grateful to Julia Mitchell who looks after the DBS side of things to share the workload. After four years as your Parish Safeguarding Officer, I am standing down at the APCM. There have been no concerns to report during the year. Caroline Stevens, Parish Safeguarding Officer

Electoral Roll

Following this year’s revision of the parish electoral roll, the number of names on the roll was 117, two fewer than at the equivalent time in 2023. In the intervening year, six names were added to the roll – people moving into the parish and young parishioners becoming eligible – six people have moved away, and two parishioners on the roll have died. (Two electors have changed their surnames following marriages in the parish church, but that does not affect the numbers even though it represents changes to the electoral roll.)

Next year will see the creation of a completely new roll, when existing electors will have to re-apply to be included or else will be removed from the roll by default. That will be a test for us (and for every other parish in the Church of England).

Ian MacKellar, Electoral Roll Officer

Fabric, goods and ornaments of both churches 2023

Both of the churches in the parish are listed buildings dating mainly from the 14th and 15th centuries. The parish church of St Peter and St Paul, Fenstanton, is listed Grade I under the Historic England asset register while St Mary's, Fen Drayton, is listed as Grade II*. St Mary's was added to the Heritage-atrisk register in 2019 due to its generally poor structural condition. Both churches continued in use for regular worship during 2023. The Parish Church is set in a ‘closed’ churchyard which is maintained by Fenstanton Parish Council with an area where cremated remains can be buried. St Mary’s churchyard is open for burials and interment of cremated remains.

In addition, the PCC owns the Church Centre and adjoining Old School House and Old Gym building located in School Lane near the Parish Church as well as a 14-acre field located adjacent to the Conington Road.

The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, Fenstanton

The programme of monitoring the structural movement in the northwest corner of the church initiated in March 2022 continued with quarterly measurements and the findings were reported via

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the DAC in May 2023. Further minor falls of masonry during the summer of 2023 (probably as a result of another period of hot dry weather) necessitated a continuation of precautionary measures to discourage people from lingering in the fall zone under the arch at the west end of the nave. There was also a noticeable worsening of the vertical crack in the north wall of the kitchen vestry. With the result of the settlement monitoring programme to hand, the church architect was commissioned to initiate a process for a fuller investigation by a professional structural engineer to identify the causes of the settlement and to recommend necessary remedial action. This process is ongoing.

Minor damage to items in the church caused as a result of anti-social behaviour prompted the Fabric Committee to explore the possibility of installing security cameras. However, this has been deferred with the intention of incorporating security into a more comprehensive upgrading of audio-visual systems and accessibility improvements which is an aspiration of the near-term future. Normal routine maintenance and minor repairs were also carried out including repairs to minor areas of defective flooring in the pew platforms, regular gutter cleaning, repairs to the sanctuary rail, cupboard door damage repairs, etc.

Review and checking of the church inventory has revealed that there have been no significant changes to the goods and ornaments of the Parish Church. Copies of the updated inventory and church maintenance log are available on request.

St Mary's, Fen Drayton

Despite its generally poor structural condition there have been no major problems with the fabric of St Mary’s during the reporting period. Lack of resources continues to delay progress on major structural repairs to the nave roof for which tenders were received towards the end of 2021.

Some progress has been made with proposals for installing a sustainable heating system in the church. Following a visit by UK Power Networks in July 2023 it appeared likely that the incoming power supply to the church could be upgraded to a rating of 100 amps. This would be sufficient to support a modest radiant heating system and a brief was prepared by the Fabric Committee for a suitable heating system. Several consultants and contractors were invited to quote against the prepared brief and their quotations, received in December 2023, will be useful in supporting a faculty application in the near future.

Lack of space for further burials in the open churchyard at St Mary's has become a pressing issue. The Fabric Committee was therefore occupied in identifying a suitable area for further burials, checking with the DAC to ascertain the necessary requirements for obtaining permission to carry out further burials and initiating a relevant faculty application.

Routine maintenance and minor repairs were also carried out including replacement of all light fittings with LED bulbs, regular gutter cleaning, etc and we are very grateful to the volunteers who give their time to maintaining the churchyard as a fit and proper resting place for the deceased.

Review and updating of the church inventory have revealed that there have been no significant changes to the goods and ornaments of St. Mary's. A copy of the updated inventory is available on request.

Philip Blunt, Churchwarden and Chair of the Fabric Committee

Finance Report 2023

This has been an incredibly busy year for the Parish. There have been so many activities during the year which have been successful in raising funds not only for the Church but also for our nominated Charity for 2023. More of that later. The Treasurer is pleased to report that once again we have paid our Ministry Share in full. This achievement is something to be proud of as we are all feeling the effects of the cost of living increases. We are very grateful in this Parish to have very generous people who not only give financially but also give in other ways.

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The Parish Giving scheme continues to run very successfully. As at 31.12.23 there were 35 givers across the Parish and 12 people giving by regular standing order. A very small number of givers have stopped or reduced their giving in 2023. Several givers on PGS link their Giving to inflation which really helps with the increases in the running costs of the Churches. The Ministry share for 2024 has increased by 4% so any inflationary increases in Giving is much appreciated. The total amount of Giving across the Parish including Tax recovered from Gift Aid was £49485. This is slightly down on 2022. This is due to the loss of some givers plus a reduction in the amount of Plate giving . However on a positive the Card Reader has really proved a great asset in 2023. It has been primarily been used for events/fund-raising. I checked some statistics to share in this report, 537 donations/payments yielded £8470.61 which is fantastic.

The Card Reader was used most heavily during the very successful Booze in the Pews event which was held in June at the Parish Church. Other fund raising events held during the year and the Booze in the Pews resulted in a net increase of funds of £11696 for the Restoration fund.. Booze in the Pews is coming back to the Parish Church in June 24. This year will bring more challenges as investigations start in the Church at the site of the subsidence.

We continue to support Aquaid with £150 per month. We also sent a further payment to Aquaid after the successful Coronation Barbecue, this was the profit from the event shared with our Charity of the Year. Other fund raising events during the year which were well attended resulted in a total of £2952.75 being sent to EAAA. This was in addition to monies sent to the Childrens Society and the Royal British Legion. The Community Fund still has a healthy balance. Only one claim was made in 2023. The Community Café has flourished and is now part of the Community Hub which is very popular and well attended. An imprest system has now been set up to support all the purchasing of items needed to run the Café/Hub successfully. No grants were received for the Café in 2023 however the net increase in receipts over the year was £565 which was excellent.

The Finance Committee continued to meet regularly during the year. Every meeting provided opportunities for discussions on a range of issues. To name a few we discussed :Utility contracts, Budgets for the next year, Community Café/Hub expenses, Re-Verification issues involving primarily Barclays, Gym conversion/funding, Higher interest opportunities.

The Re-Verification process requested by Barclays took up a lot of time. Hopefully at the time of writing all outstanding issues have been resolved to their satisfaction!.

The School House continues to provide a healthy return. The rent was increased by a very small amount in April 23. The small increase was less than we could have applied but it was felt that the Tenants are so reliable and happy it was the best decision.

The Bequest fund increased by a small amount in 2023. At St Marys the collection from a funeral was given to the Church. This will be used to purchase items urgently needed for St Marys. There was no further monies received from the Highways Agency in relation to the parcel land used for the new A14. Hopefully this will be resolved in 2024.

The Treasurer was proud to represent the Parish at the Annual Conference of ACAT. It was a very interesting and informative day. The Treasurer attended several workshops and did lots of networking.! It was wonderful to listen to the inspirational Chief Executive of PGS.

Our Receipts and Payments system continues to work well. The Treasurer meets with Ray the Independent Examiner on a regular basis to ensure everything is going smoothly. At the time of writing the Year End Financial Statements have been fully audited and approved.

The Parish Church runs a collection box scheme for the Restoration Fund involving loose change. Many of the givers are not necessarily Church goers but want to have some contact with the Church. Denise Hayles has run this scheme for many years but has now decided to hand it on to someone else. I would like to thank Denise for all her hard work over the years collecting up the boxes and redistributing new ones. We are very lucky because Lynne Beecroft has agreed to take this on.

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The Treasurer would like to thank Philip Blunt for taking the notes and producing minutes from our Finance Committee meetings . I would like to thank my helper Julia Mitchell who continues to help me by counting monies/reporting and then doing the actual Banking. Julia is so supportive and I am truly grateful.

Finally a huge thank you to Ray King-Underwood who has continued to support me during 2023. His support for me and the Parish is unwavering. Thank you Ray. Christine Hyde PCC Treasurer

Reserves Policy

The Reserves Policy was introduced at APCM 2022, setting out the principles of accountability, transparency and good stewardship.

Policy : It is the policy of this PCC to hold in reserve the equivalent of six months’ general running costs for each church. It is the policy of this PCC to hold an amount of £100,000 for each church for building works that are to be undertaken in the next two to three years. This policy will be included in the accounts for the year to 31[st] December 2023 and reviewed annually.

Deanery Synod report 2023

Huntingdon Deanery Synod met three times in 2023, in March July and November. In March we gathered for the installation of Duncan Goldthorpe as our new Rural Dean, and to hear his vision for the deanery. The agenda included an update re the revision of the two BMO’s in our deanery (Christ Church Huntingdon and Alconbury Weald), the outcome yet to be reported, and an update re the Deanery Development Plan. The July meeting included the election of officers, noting that Elaine Levitt was re-elected as Lay Chair, Ian Mackellar as secretary and Geoff Burn as treasurer. The DDP continued to be a topic for discussion. The difficulties in finding suitable people to take on the responsibility of parish safeguarding was highlighted, particularly in multi parish benefices. Synod noted that Rev Philip Howson was to be commissioned as Assistant Rural Dean the following week (10 July). In November’s meeting, the archdeacon Ven. Richard Harlow gave a presentation on the progress of deanery development planning, and then synod gathered in small groups for discussion, ending with a plenary session to give feedback. Synod also noted that more than 50 people attended a Living in Love and Faith session, led by Canon Nick Moir at Brampton church.

Children and Families Group report 2023

The Children and Families group have continued to meet to plan for Sunday Clubs (SC) at Fenstanton on 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month and special events celebrating the major festivals. On average, we see 9 children attending a Sunday Club session. Along with the older children who stay in church the numbers attending has been as high as 18 under 16 year olds on a regular Sunday. SC sessions will include hearing bible stories and exploring faith in an age-appropriate and creative way and our young people are encouraged, when they are ready, to join in other parts of church life including reading and leading intercessions in worship, serving, playing in the band, helping with the livestream and bell ringing.

Once again, we held a children’s activity trail inside Fenstanton church on Good Friday with parents/ carers encouraged to visit different activities that explored events from Palm Sunday through to Easter Day with crafts, baking and making. Individual invitations were delivered to recently-baptised children as well as more regular church attendees. 23 children and their parents/carers attended the morning. Some families went on to undertake a ‘Walk of Witness’ carrying the wooden cross around Fenstanton too.

As a parish, we have welcomed a couple of children in each church through baptism. As is the custom

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to each receive a hand knitted ‘prayer bear’ along with their baptismal candle these are visual reminders of their baptism and include a prayer for the child. We continue to send cards to children baptised on their anniversaries and pray for them by name in church during their anniversary month. These baptisms are very often the only time when children will attend St Mary’s church for a service and so a generic box of books and activities has been put together for use on such occasions. Two of our regular attending young people came forward for confirmation and were confirmed by Bishop Dagmar at Ely cathedral later in the year.

In July, before the long summer holiday, we once again took time out together to picnic and play/chill at Grafham Water. It was a relaxed afternoon for families and the accompanying dogs. We welcomed both Fenstanton pre-school and primary school community during the season of harvest to the parish church. The school visited for a harvest celebration and bought gifts of food for St Ives foodbank. The preschool children attended separately and undertook lots of different activities in the church and had a good exploration of the building as well as donating more food for the foodbank. Before the end of the year the school also held a Christmas Community service in Fenstanton church which was well supported.

Children also made cards for Easter and Christmas that were delivered to older, sometimes housebound, parishioners. Our outdoor nativity seen by all those walking through the churchyard received positive comments and is likely to be repeated by visitors when they return to their regular churches and closer to home our knitted figures of Mary and Joseph travelled during Advent looking for a place to stay before arriving at our Crib and Carol service.

Delighted to report our youth group restarted at the start of the year, headed up by Kate Tuplin with regular support from our two Ordinands. The group meets roughly twice a month in term time. The young people chose a new name ‘TGI Friday’ (Thank goodness it’s Friday!) At the start of the year they used material from the ‘Urban Saints’ series ‘Who Am I?’ and sessions are now looking at some of their ‘Big faith questions’ It would be good to have more leaders to join the team alongside Kate to share the load and give some diversity and flexibility. If this is a role you would like to know more about then please do have a chat with Kate Tuplin or one of the team.

After 25 years Jane Blunt stood down as a member of CFG. The group thanked her for her loyal support and the many years given to encouraging our children in their faith with a garden voucher for her new home.

My thanks go to the whole team for all their hard work encouraging and supporting children and families ministry in all these activities to help us all grow in faith and discipleship. Katherine Hucklesby, Children and Families Coordinator.

Fenstanton Church Centre Report 2023

The Old School House has remained rented by the same tenants for the whole year with fairly minimal maintenance required. An outside tap was fitted and later in the year having held back during cost of living crisis a small increase in rent was secured.

The Church Centre continues to be well used by villagers and wider community. Casual booking bookings have remained at a similar level as last year generating an income of £2,557 (last year £2,585) whilst regular bookings have seen an increase bringing in £10,546 (last year £5,708). In the latter part of 2023 we did lose a regular booking of 4 hours weekly in term time.

The Community hub now operates on Monday mornings and on Tuesdays with both morning and afternoon sessions. Regular activities offered include an exercise class, toddler session and tea, cake and conversation. They have booked through until the end of 2024.

As well as the usual maintenance checks and inspections (fire extinguishers, electrical, boiler etc) a few improvements to facilities have been made or are being actively investigated. Following several false

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fire alarms the system was reviewed and maintained with some additional remote indicators being installed in loft voids.

The possibility of a stair lift is still being investigated and the necessary fire assessment has been completed.

The committee was not satisfied with scientific details and specifications in a report by original acoustic company so a further quote and guidance has been sort from another acoustician. We are aware the defibrillator has been fetched on a few occasions and sadly went missing after one use- we had to chase to get a spare in situ until ours was returned from Hinchingbrooke hospital. We are grateful to Tony Beecroft for tracking it down.

We thank Anne Groome for her dedicated years tending the Church Centre garden. A gardener has now been employed to maintain the garden as well as keep the courtyard clear of weeds and debris. Our costs for gas and electric have risen. Our yearly costs for electric have increased by over 60% and similarly for gas by 70%. We expect to see a significant decrease in unit costs early in 2024.

The Church Centre has been used as a Warm Space operating on 3 days a week, funded by Fenstanton Parish Council (agreed at a reduced rate) from December 2022. They have use of the whole building to accommodate all types of need (eg working from home, etc).

The Centre relies on many volunteer hours to run for the benefit of church ministry and the community alike and I pass on my thanks to all those involved for their time and energy. Ian Hucklesby, Churchwarden and Chair, Church Centre Committee

Restoration committee report 2023

The committee met numerous times over the year to plan and host various events to raise funds to maintain and restore St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Fenstanton. Fundraising is vital at this time to help deal with the cracks and plaster falls as a result of movement in the north west corner of the building. As well as our popular annual events, we held our first Beer Festival over three days in June called “Booze in Fenstanton Pews”. The festival was a huge success both in attracting lots of people to church building and in raising funds. Our thanks to Rev Mark Amey for his guidance and support and ‘Xtreme’ Ales for the loan of all the bar equipment and sourcing all the local beers. This helped the festival to raise just under £7,000. The weather was very kind enabling most people to enjoy their drinks in the churchyard. We have been asked to repeat the event.

The annual events held were ‘Sing for your Supper’ in February which was attended by 86 people and we raised £1,486.00 (all the food expenses were donated). ‘Pimms and Pate’ lunch in September saw 57 tickets sold and the event raised £808.61 and finally the ‘Mulled Wine evening’ in late November was attended by 45 people and raised £961.50.

We endeavour to offer fun, shared fellowship and good value for money and regularly receive positive feedback with people regularly returning to support our events. Huge thanks to everyone for their generosity in donating food and raffle prizes each time.

The Restoration committee also organised a BBQ at the village ‘Big Coronation Picnic’ which was popular and raised £865.63 this time given away to two charities: Aqua Aid, Malawi and East Anglia Air Ambulance.

Other income for the Parish Church Restoration fund is generated through the yellow Restoration boxes held by home owners and account with ‘Easy fundraising’. Ian Hucklesby, Churchwarden and Chair, Restoration Committee

Mission and Evangelism 2023

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The PCC announced that the parish charity for 2023 would be East Anglian Air Ambulance. The benefice continues to financially support AquAid UK. The dedicated work of Josie Charter continues to be acknowledged as she has, yet again, filled a container to go overseas to Malawi. The benefice supports Josie in prayer, as well as practical help. See separate report .

The Community Cafés form part of the mission and outreach of the benefice as does the outreach service of Holy Communion held in the Church Centre. The Cafés continue to be well supported with the virtual café continuing to reach to those who are confined to their home or beyond the walls. One café member has moved to California and still attends regularly, even with the huge time difference. The Community Café at the Church Centre enjoyed an afternoon tea to celebrate the coronation of King Charles. Both Cafés offer support to those who need it and can signpost people to other help and support. It is hoped that an online Christian Community may be possible for 2024, to give an opportunity to talk about faith and/or a Christian perspective on topical news or events. Rev Rosie Tallowin, Rector

AquAid Lifeline Fund

AquAid Lifeline Fund would like to extend grateful thanks to Rev Rosie, the PCC and congregations of both churches for their loyal and continued support of the charity.

Your monthly donation supports 2 pastors who work in very rural areas and face many challenges working amongst the poorest people in the world. But the Good News is spreading and growing throughout Malawi which is so encouraging. You have been part of bringing people to Christ.....it doesn't get much better than that!

The remaining money is used to help the huge budget of feeding, clothing and educating 3,005 beautiful children....on their behalf I thank you.

On a personal level, I would like to thank you all for the encouragement, support and prayers for me personally. Aquaid Lifeline Fund has become my life, my calling by God and I'm privileged to serve Him in Malawi.

Josie Charter

Ecumenical Relationships

The Fenstanton Churches Together Group comprises the Anglican and URC churches. The FCT Group struggled to meet this year but continues to work together where possible eg Remembrance Sunday services and the Christmas Card. We are grateful for the opportunities where we can work together but mindful of the needs to support those who feel very vulnerable, within both our congregations, as we plan for the future.

Rev Rosie Tallowin, Rector

Volunteers

The PCC would like to thank all those who volunteer by giving up their time and skills for the benefit of the church family and the wider community. The PCC notes that there are a lot of people involved in the day-to-day running of the two churches and Church Centre, for Sunday worship and special events. The Rector would like to add her personal thanks to everyone who contributes in some way, big or small, enabling us to promote the whole mission of the church.

Music – Fenstanton Parish Church 2023

The monthly service pattern enables accompaniment by both the use of the organ and a music group of all ages. The 1[st] and 3[rd] Sundays have a Eucharistic service for which the organ is used and the 2[nd] Sunday (Worship for All) and 4[th] Sunday (Family Communion) make use of the music group.

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The music group is led by the piano and various instruments depending on their availability and comprise Trombone, Trumpet, French horn, Saxophone, Flute, Violin and Cello.

The four-part choir prepared special music to be sung at Fenstanton for 3 Choral evensongs, Easter Sunday and Service of Readings & Carols for Christmas. They also attended monthly Sung Evensongs. We welcome choristers from Swavesey, Hemingford Abbots, Fen Drayton and Hilton villages that augment our local singers for the Choral Evensongs. Choir attendance is typically 12 at this event. We strive to maintain a moderate standard of musicianship and encompass a wide range of church music. This not only helps with maintaining interest to the musicians and choristers but also assists in the worship by adding a dimension that would otherwise be absent.

We are happy to welcome anyone who enjoys singing or playing an instrument to come along. We need you. Please contact me (Keith Page) if you are interested.

Keith Page, Organist and Choir Leader Fen Band, 2023

The band had a good year in 2023 and really started to gel as an ensemble.

Our young players, Harry (alto sax), Cameron (violin), Finlay (French horn) and Isla (cello), each made an impressive commitment to the group which I greatly appreciate, particularly when they all have a lot of College/school work, and other activities and calls on their time. Philip (trumpet) and Rachel (flute) have also made valuable contributions to our music making, and Abbie kindly stepped in to swell limited numbers on a couple of occasions on violin, and also with Isla on voice. It was lovely to have Daisy and Owen back to join the band a few times over the course of the year - after so many years as regular players in the band we still miss them!

Our instrumental highs have included some beautiful and sensitive solos from Harry and Finlay, wonderful versatility from Cameron in covering a multitude of parts, some great moving inner harmonies from Philip and an evident growth in confidence and performance level from Isla, complete with her new cello. Rachel and Bron shared their glorious Elgar Chanson de Matin with the congregation during one of our Communion services.

The Christmas Carol medley that we played in the Crib service was one of the most challenging pieces the band has played in a long time, and everyone rose to the occasion fantastically, holding their individual lines with confidence and really listening to each other to give a true ‘performance’. We are all very grateful to Keith for his flexibility in our music making and for steadying our occasionally rocky ship!

We've greatly appreciated the kind and enthusiastic comments we've received from members of the congregation over the year; thank you for all your encouragement. I'd also like to add my personal thanks to Rosie, Katie and Abbie for their support. We look forward to sharing our music making through the rest of the current year.

Finally, if there are any budding instrumentalists, of any age, who would like to join in our music making please have a chat with me after one of the services. Denise Hayles Fen Band Leader

Fenstanton Parish Church Bells

We had an enjoyable ‘ringing in’ of the New Year once again, starting at 11:45 p.m. New Years Eve. We all celebrated the occasion with a glass of champagne. This event is open to anyone who may be interested in watching or ringing with us.

Practice night is on a Monday at 7:30 p.m. The venue varies and is on a monthly rota; Hilton(6) on 1[st] Monday, Houghton(6) on 2[nd] Monday, Fenstanton(6) on 3[rd] Monday and Holywell(6) on 4[th] Monday. The fifth Monday is generally variable and can include Bluntisham (8) when available.

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This practice is open to all but in general I prefer to take learners on a separate night (Tuesday). This allows more time to be taught on their own with less distraction. Each learner is then able to progress at their own rate and move on to the main practice when confident to do so.

The local ringing band comprises Andrew and Caroline Stevens, Julia Mitchell, Josie Charter, Margaret Blount, Philip Blunt, Owen Garnell (Junior Member) and Keith and Linda Page. Sunday ringing is generally for around 20mins before the morning service. Timing can vary but service start is now (2024) 10:30 a.m. so ringing from soon after 10:00 am.

If you are interested in learning to ring please contact me (Keith Page) bell captain. Learners can be of any age above 8. It does require regular attendance and does take time to become proficient. Keith Page Bell Tower Captain

Flowers Parish Church Fenstanton

I took over the rota after our dear friend Angela talked me in to it.

We have 8 talented girls who take turns to arrange one week then tidy up the next week.

They are myself, Mary Henderson, Marian Ashworth, Abbie Riddoch, Deborah Hunt, Josie Charter, Penny Mills, Jane Blunt and Lyndsey Urr.

On normal weeks we have a display in front of the pulpit and one near the main altar. These weeks start after Christmas until Lent when all flowers are removed.

We commence again Easter Saturday until the beginning of advent when once again all flowers removed.

There are special dates where as many of us as possible do arrangements for the windows, the font and the porch. These are for Christmas Day, Easter Sunday, Harvest Festival.

Fenstanton church held 4 weddings in 2023. Highlight of last year was 2 weddings of church members. Our treasurer had her own ideas, for her wedding, she chose and paid for all the flowers. We all spent the day arranging under the supervision of Marian including hanging baskets on the end of some of the pews. The bride came to see the result and burst into tears not because it was so bad but she was amazed.

The second wedding was more difficult it took place in advent. But we compromised and just used foliage and other creative ideas, providing a display for one window for each week of advent. Love, joy, hope and peace. The wedding coincided with week 1 and the theme of Love, how appropriate. Carole Crocker Flower Co-ordinator

Charity of the year lunches 2023

As has been the pattern for many years we have held 3 Sunday lunches throughout the year that raise funds for our chosen charity of the year and bring our church congregation and wider community together for a meal. We endeavour to keep these events affordable to all. A Lent lunch of homemade soup, cheese and biscuits was supported by 54 people and raised £531.83. Our Harvest lunch in September welcomed 43 people and raised £482.66 and finally the Christmas lunch saw 74 people sit down for a traditional Christmas meal raising £661.05. All monies raised in 2023, in total £1,675.54 went to East Anglian Air Ambulance

Huge thanks to all who assist on the day. In the past, these events have been organised by a group of people and if you would like to join a regular team please speak to Katie, thank you. Katie Hucklesby

Structure, governance and management

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PCC members are elected in accordance with the Church Representation Rules 2022, with amendments by resolution in 2023. Everyone who attends our services, either in person or virtually, or receives our newsletter, is encouraged to take part in the life of the church. This includes giving prayerful consideration to stand for election to PCC. The benefice has one PCC consisting of the incumbent (the Rector), two churchwardens, an LLM representative, two Deanery Synod representatives (elected triennially, due 2026), a Diocesan Synod representative, and members elected by those members of the congregation who are on the Electoral Roll of the church. The PCC is responsible for making decisions on all matters of general concern and importance to the parish including how the funds of the PCC are to be spent.

The PCC met regularly in person throughout the year with 10 full PCC meetings. One PCC member resigned after two meetings, for personal reasons. Two PCC members have been able to attend virtually. One PCC has been unable to attend some of the meetings due to ill health. On average, 5 PCC members achieved 100% attendance, 2 achieved 90%, 3 achieved 80%, 1 achieved 70%, 2 achieved 60%, 2 achieved 50% and 1 achieved 40%. It is acknowledged that several PCC members have had work commitments which has affected their attendance but their commitment and support over the year is much appreciated. It is noted that PCC members are required to complete Safeguarding training. A challenge this year has been the provision of a PCC Secretary following the resignation of Jane Blunt. The PCC records its thanks to Jane as well as those willing to be temporary note takers. It is hoped that a more permanent solution may be achieved in the next APCM year. Rev Rosie Tallowin, Rector

Administrative Information

St Mary’s Church is situated in Church Street, Fen Drayton CB24 4SG. St Peter and St Paul’s Church is situated in Church Lane, Fenstanton PE28 9JS. The benefice, formed in June 2018, is part of Deanery of Huntingdon, Diocese of Ely. The correspondence address is The Vicarage, Church Street, Fenstanton, PE28 9JL. The PCC is a body corporate (PCC Powers Measure 1956, section 3) and a registered charity with the Charity Commission – number 1173597. Bank – Barclays Bank, Market Hill, Huntingdon, and also Leicester LE87 2BB.

Rev Rosie Tallowin, Rector

Membership of the PCC

PCC members, also Trustees, who have served at any time from 1[st] January 2023 until the date of this report are:

Rector Rev Rosie Tallowin ex officio Chair
Churchwardens PhilipBlunt ex officio
Ian Hucklesby ex officio Vice-chair
Licensed LayMinister Niki Whitby ex officio LLM representative
DeanerySynod PhilipBlunt ex officio
representatives to 2026 Niki Whitby ex officio
Diocesan Synod laymember Ian MacKellar ex officio
Elected to APCM 2024 Stephen Wilson Stood down at APCM 2023 due
topendinghouse move
Penny Leigh Brown For 1 year, casual vacancy
created with the resignation of
Stephen Wilson

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Lorraine Orbell
Gwen Tucker
RayWhitby
Elected to APCM 2025 Simon Hunt
Keith Page
Jane Blunt
Paul Housego
Julia Mitchell
Elected to APCM 2026
Jane Blunt
Christine Harris
Katie Hucklesby
Caroline Stevens
Appointed
PCC Secretary Jane Blunt
Parish Treasurer Christine Harris From May23 Christine Hyde
Assistant Treasurer Lorraine Orbell
Electoral Roll Officer Ian MacKellar
Sacristan(Fenstanton) Ian Hucklesby
Vergers Jane Blunt
PhilipBlunt
Barrie Ashworth
StandingCommittee Rector
Churchwardens
Treasurer
Assistant Treasurer
Organist(contracted) Keith Page
Choir Leader(Fenstanton) Keith Page
Bell Tower Captain(Fenstanton) Keith Page
Parish Children and Families
Co-ordinator		 Katie Hucklesby
Parish SafeguardingOfficer Caroline Stevens
Parish DBS Co-ordinator Julia Mitchell
Parish Health and SafetyOfficer Ian MacKellar
Parish Fire Officer RayWhitby
Parish Website Administrator Keith Page
Flower Rota(Fenstanton) Carole Crocker
Church Centre bookings Pam Hucklesby

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DIOCESE OF ELY

The ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF

FEN DRAYTON WITH

FENSTANTON

FINANCIAL

STATEMENTS

2024

YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

DIOCESE OF ELY - CHARITY NUMBER 1173597

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THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL

I report on the accounts of the PCC for the year ended 31 December 2024 which are set out on pages 2 to 13

Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner

The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent

It is my responsibility to:

Basis of 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 PCC and a comparison of the accounts with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items 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 b l

Independent examiner's statement

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:

the 2011 Act have not been met: or

have not been met; or

accounts to be reached.

Date March 12th 2025

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
Page No.
ALL PCC FUNDS
RECEIPTS
GENERAL FUNDS
49,485
Incoming resources from donors:
4
3,868
Other voluntary incoming resources
4
8,471
Other income
4
150
Community Fund
4
124
Bell Fund
4
62,099
RESTORATION AND REPAIR FUNDS
16,840
Fenstanton Church
6
422
Fen Drayton Church
10
-
Historic England Grant
10
17,262
BEQUEST FUNDS
100
Fenstanton Bequest
6
1,043
Fen Drayton Churchyard
10
1,143
14,480
HOUSE AND GYM
7
13,103
CHURCH CENTRE
9
-
FLOWERS
8
-
SUNDAY CLUB
8
1,936
COMMUNTY CAFE
8
110,022
TOTAL RECEIPTS		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
46,549
3,676
13,178
150
35
63,588
24,763
602
-
25,365
1,000
1,382
2,382
14,020
12,154
-
-
1,520
119,030		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
46,549
3,676
13,178
-
-
63,403
-
-
-
-
14,020
-
-
-
-
77,423		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
35
35
24,763
602
-
25,365
-
1,382
1,382
-
12,154
-
-
1,520
40,457		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
150
-
150
-
-
1,000
-
1,000
-
-
-
-
-
1,150

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
Page No.
ALL PCC FUNDS
PAYMENTS
GENERAL FUND
The Church and Parish
14,018
- Church building
5
715
- Worship
5
-
- Sunday Club
5
331
- Teenage Christians
5
1,532
- Music
5
3,130
- Church and Parish expenses
5
41,565
The Deanery and Diocese
5
1,830
Charitable giving from PCC funds
5
150
General Fund Transfer to Community Fund
5
264
Community Fund
5
22
Bell Fund
5
63,557
RESTORATION AND REPAIR FUNDS
5,144
Fenstanton Church
6
(60)
Fen Drayton Church
10
-
Historic England Grant
10
5,084
BEQUEST FUNDS
-
Fenstanton Bequest
6
-
Fen Drayton Churchyard
10
-
2,315
HOUSE AND GYM
7
8,318
CHURCH CENTRE
9
128
FLOWERS
8
-
SUNDAY CLUB
8
1,371
COMMUNTY CAFE
8
80,773
TOTAL PAYMENTS
29,249
NET RECEIPTS
258,903
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
288,152
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
13,171
761
-
219
1,805
3,813
43,322
1,855
150
984
18
66,097
10,710
(65)
-
10,645
-
-
-
2,557
12,536
118
-
2,550
94,502
24,528
275,934
300,462		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
13,171
761
-
219
1,805
3,813
43,322
1,855
-
-
18
64,963
2,557
-
67,520		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
10,710
(65)
-
10,645
-
-
-
12,536
118
-
2,550
25,848		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
150
984
-
1,134
-
1,134
9,904
116,170
126,074		 14,608
103,867
118,476		 16
55,897
55,913

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
GENERAL FUND
RECEIPTS
Incoming resources from donors:
4,986
Plate collections
-
Plate collections (restricted)
34,974
Planned giving (envelopes and gift aid)
9,526
Tax recovered on covenanted giving and gift aid
49,485
Other voluntary incoming resources
-
Fund-raising events
2,522
Wedding and funeral fees
1,346
Donations
-
Sunday Club/Teenage Christians
3,868
Other income
200
Other Receipts
1,125
Fenstanton Church Estate - rent of field
1,186
Trust and Bequest income
5,960
Interest received
-
Lay rector's contribution to insurance of chancel
8,471
Community Fund
-
Donations
150
Community Fund (Transferred from GF)
-
Interest received
150
- Bell Fund
124
Bell Fund Donations
-
Bell Fund Interest received
124
62,099
TOTAL RECEIPTS		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
4,664
-
32,962
8,923
46,549
-
3,417
259
-
3,676
181
1,125
1,367
10,505
-		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
4,664
-
32,962
8,923
46,549
-
3,417
259
-
3,676
-
181
1,125
1,367
10,505
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
13,178 13,178 - -
-
150
-
150
35
-
35
63,588		 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
63,403		 -
-
-
-
35
-
35
35		 -
150
-
150
-
-
-
-
150

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
GENERAL FUND
PAYMENTS
The Church and Parish
- Church building
5,603
:Heat, light, water
5,169
:Insurance
2,820
:Minor repairs, cleaning and maintenance
426
:Purchases
715
- Worship
-
- Sunday Club
331
- Teenage Christians
1,532
- Music
16,596
- Church and Parish expenses
1,033
:Vicar's expenses and locum clergy
1,513
:Stationery and photocopier costs
583
Other costs + Fund-raising costs
3,130
- The Deanery and Diocese
41,565
- Diocesan Parish Share and Deanery
41,565
1,830 Charitable giving from PCC funds
150 General Fund Transfer to Community Fund
1,980
-
Community Fund
264
Community Fund Paid Out
264
-
Bell Fund
22
Bell Fund Repairs & Maintenance
22
Flower Fund
128
Flower Costs
63,685
TOTAL PAYMENTS
(1,587)
NET RECEIPTS
72,494
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
70,907
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
3,126
5,263
2,591
2,190
761
-
219
1,805
15,955
1,970
1,296
546
3,813
43,322
43,322
1,855
150
2,005
984
984
18
18
118
66,215
(2,626)
72,479
69,853		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
3,126
5,263
2,591
2,190
761
-
219
1,805
15,955
1,970
1,296
546
3,813
43,322
43,322
1,855
-
1,855
-
-
18
18
-
64,963
(1,559)
67,583
66,024		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
118
118
(83)
3,140
3,057		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
150
150
984
984
-
-
-
1,134
(984)
1,756
772

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
RESTORATION FUND
RECEIPTS
16,205
Fund-raising events
-
House to House collection
445
Restoration Fund Boxes/Wall Safe/Donations
-
Planned giving
-
Tax recovered through gift aid
190
Trust Income
-
Interest received
-
CB300 Memorial
-
Organ Refurbishment
16,840
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
5,025
Fund-raising costs
-
Organ Refurbishment Costs
-
CB300 Memorial Costs
119
Church Repairs/Chancel repair work
5,144
TOTAL PAYMENTS
11,696
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
44,137
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
55,832
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
24,228
-
338
-
-
197
-
-
-
24,763
7,163
-
-
3,547
10,710
14,053
55,833
69,886		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
24,228
338
-
197
24,763
7,163
3,547		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
10,710 -
14,053
12,549
26,602		 -
43,284
43,284
2023
£
BEQUEST FUND
RECEIPTS
100 Donations
Interest received
100 TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
- Noticeboard
- TOTAL PAYMENTS
100 NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
51,152 FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
51,252 FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
TOTAL
FUNDS
£
1,000
-
1,000
-
-
1,000
51,152
52,152		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
40,295
40,295		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
1,000
1,000
-
1,000
10,857
11,857

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
HOUSE & GYM
RECEIPTS
Rents
13,410
House
910
Gymnasium
14,320
CBF Church of England Investment Fund
160
Income Shares
Interest received
-
CCLA/Barclays interest
-
14,480
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
House
1,639
Management fees
270
Insurance
1,909
Gym
120
Gym Costs
286
Repairs and maintenance
406
2,315
TOTAL PAYMENTS
12,165
NET RECEIPTS
48,587
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
-
OPENING BALANCE TRANSFER
60,752
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
13,500
520
14,020
-
-
-
14,020
1,485
314
1,799
-
758
758
2,557
11,463
48,587
-
60,050		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
13,500
520
14,020
-
-
-
14,020
1,485
314
1,799
-
758
758
2,557
11,463
48,587
-
60,050		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
COMMUNTY CAFÉ
RECEIPTS
1,936
Donations
-
Grants received
1,936
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
1,371
Purchases
1,371
TOTAL PAYMENTS
565
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
947
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
1,512
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
FLOWER FUND
RECEIPTS
-
Donations
-
Grants received
-
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Purchases
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
-
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
(120)
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
(120)
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
1,520
-
1,520
2,550
2,550
(1,029)
1,512
483
-
-
-
118
118
(118)
(120)
(238)		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
1,520
-
1,520
2,550
2,550
(1,029)
1,512
483
-
-
118
118
(118)
(120)
(238)		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

SUNDAY CLUB

RECEIPTS
Donations
Grants received
-
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
Purchases
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
-
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
215
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
215
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 -
-
-
-
-
-
215
215		 -
-
-
-		 -
-
-
215
215
-
-
-
-

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
CHURCH CENTRE FUND
RECEIPTS
Rents
10,546
Hall - regular bookings
2,557
Hall - casual bookings
-
Key Deposits
13,103
-
Interest
-
Donations
-
13,103
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
Hall
597
Insurance
1,741
Electricity
2,121
Gas
714
Broadband/Phone
124
Water & Sewerage
1,850
Cleaner
719
Repairs and maintenance
181
Cleaning Materials
150
Advertising
41
Waste Collection
-
Printing & Stationery
-
Postage
55
Memberships
-
Donations paid out
25
Other costs
8,318
-
Building Development Costs
-
Major Purchases
-
8,318
TOTAL PAYMENTS
4,785
NET RECEIPTS
16,990
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
OPENING BALANCE TRANSFER
21,775
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
8,306
3,465
40
11,811
283
60
343
12,154
603
1,091
896
714
439
2,085
4,193
285
150
43
-
6
-
-
31
10,536
-
2,000
2,000
12,536
(382)
21,775
-
21,393		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
8,306
3,465
40
11,811
283
60
343
12,154
603
1,091
896
714
439
2,085
4,193
285
150
43
-
6
-
31
10,536
2,000
2,000
12,536
(382)
21,775
21,393

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. MARY THE VIRGIN, FEN DRAYTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
RESTORATION FUND
RECEIPTS
76
Fund-raising events
-
Collections at services
323
Trust Income
-
Grants received
23
Interest received
422
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Fund-raising costs
(60)
Church Repairs/Chancel repair work
(60)
TOTAL PAYMENTS
482
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
5,408
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
5,890
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
2023
£
HISTORIC ENGLAND GRANT
RECEIPTS
-
Donations
-
Grants received
-
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Church Repairs/Chancel repair work
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
-
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
(958)
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
(958)
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
2023
£
CHURCHYARD FUND
RECEIPTS
-
Donations
808
Investment income
236
Interest received
1,043
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Churchyard expenditure
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
1,043
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
20,052
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
21,095
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
500
-
73
-
29
602
-
(65)
(65)
667
5,408
6,075
TOTAL
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
(958)
(958)
TOTAL
FUNDS
£
-
1,095
287
1,382
-
-
1,382
20,052
21,434		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
500
73
29
602
(65)		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
(65) -
667
5,408
6,075
RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
(958)
(958)
RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
1,095
287
1,382
-
-
1,382
20,052
21,434		 -
-
DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-

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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
TOTAL
UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
FUNDS
£
£
£
INVESTMENTS
CBF Church of England Investment Fund
21,291
Income Shares - at CBF valuation
21,291
21,291
M&G Dividend Fund
7,030
16000 Sterling Class A Net Income Shares
8,338
28,321
29,629
21,291
NOTE: CBF Investment Fund shares are shown at their purchase price of £6000 in the monthly s
NOTE: M&G Shares are shown at a valuation of £8,337.6 in the monthly statement of funds
MONETARY ASSETS
1,194
Bank Current Account (Joint)
581
581
21,822
Bank Current Account (Fen Drayton)
9,417
(5,232)
21,775
Bank Current Account (Church Centre)
21,393
4,964
Bank Current Account Fenstanton
5,092
5,092
41,000
Bank Interest-bearing Accounts BPA
58,715
58,715
173,499
CBF Deposit Accounts Fenstanton
182,708
60,670
11,150
CBF Deposit Accounts (Fen Drayton)
22,047
15,778
275,404
299,953
135,604
OTHER ASSETS
Property and contents - Church
Centre and Old School House
-
- (see notes to the Accounts)
-
-
DEBTORS
Sundry debtors and prepayments
Insurance premiums prepaid
-
-
50
Church Field Rent prepaid
-
-
-
Church Centre Electricity & Gas
-
Tax refund from Inland Revenue
-
489
Church Centre rents
-
539
-
-
LIABILITIES
-
Church Centre Electricity & Gas
-
Church Electricity
-
-
Water & Sewerage
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED DESIGNATED
FUNDS
FUNDS
£
£
8,338
8,338
-
tatement of funds
14,649
21,393
78,754
43,284
6,269
121,065
43,284
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached financial statements.

.

The 'Statement of Assets and Liabilities' is a list of significant possessions and outstanding financial obligations as at the end of the year.

2 Accounting Policies

The financial statements of the PCC have been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 using the Receipts and Payments basis.

The General, Church Centre and Bequest Funds are funds of the PCC that are not subject to any special restrictions regarding their use (except where indicated) and are available to the general purposes of the PCC. These may include funds designated for a particular purpose by the PCC. The Restoration Funds are funds (with the exception of designated funds) raised for specific purposes and are not available for the general purposes of the PCC.

The following assets are recognised but not valued in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities:

Investment in CBF Church of England Investment Fund Income Shares and M&G Dividend Fund Shares Closing bank balances as shown in the Receipts and Payments Accounts.

The following liabilities are recognised in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

6 Insurance

The PCC has insured the properties for which it is responsible for the following values:

£'000
Fenstanton Church - nave, tower and east window and chancel 12,612
Fenstanton Church - contents 312
Fen Drayton Church - buildings 6,294
Fen Drayton Church - contents 132
The Church Centre - buildings 897
The Church Centre Contents 52
The Old School House - buildings 1000
The Old School House - contents 5
Public liability insurance 10,000

The Lay Rectors have been invoiced for their share of the Fenstanton Church Chancel insurance.

7 Trust and Bequest Income

The Receipts and Payments Accounts show income from trusts and bequests set up in favour of the PCC and administered by other bodies: the PCC has no access to the capital.

One of the bequests provides income solely for the maintenance of the fabric of the Fenstanton church and another for the maintenance of the Fen Drayton Churchyard. The income from another bequest and a trust is unrestricted once occasional payments have been made for the maintenance of a family grave.

8 General Fund

The PCC's General Fund benefits from income from The Fenstanton Church Estate, derived from a parcel of land let on an agricultural tenancy.

In addition to funds donated by the PCC to charity, a sum of £3688 was raised by special collections and sent to selected charities.

Christine Hyde Honorary Treasurer - Fenstanton Parish Church 4 Sumerling Way Bluntisham Huntingdon PE28 3XT

DIOCESE OF ELY

The ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF

FEN DRAYTON WITH

FENSTANTON

FINANCIAL

STATEMENTS

2024

YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

DIOCESE OF ELY - CHARITY NUMBER 1173597

page 1

THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL

I report on the accounts of the PCC for the year ended 31 December 2024 which are set out on pages 2 to 13

Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner

The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent

It is my responsibility to:

Basis of 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 PCC and a comparison of the accounts with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items 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 b l

Independent examiner's statement

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:

the 2011 Act have not been met: or

have not been met; or

accounts to be reached.

Date March 12th 2025

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
Page No.
ALL PCC FUNDS
RECEIPTS
GENERAL FUNDS
49,485
Incoming resources from donors:
4
3,868
Other voluntary incoming resources
4
8,471
Other income
4
150
Community Fund
4
124
Bell Fund
4
62,099
RESTORATION AND REPAIR FUNDS
16,840
Fenstanton Church
6
422
Fen Drayton Church
10
-
Historic England Grant
10
17,262
BEQUEST FUNDS
100
Fenstanton Bequest
6
1,043
Fen Drayton Churchyard
10
1,143
14,480
HOUSE AND GYM
7
13,103
CHURCH CENTRE
9
-
FLOWERS
8
-
SUNDAY CLUB
8
1,936
COMMUNTY CAFE
8
110,022
TOTAL RECEIPTS		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
46,549
3,676
13,178
150
35
63,588
24,763
602
-
25,365
1,000
1,382
2,382
14,020
12,154
-
-
1,520
119,030		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
46,549
3,676
13,178
-
-
63,403
-
-
-
-
14,020
-
-
-
-
77,423		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
35
35
24,763
602
-
25,365
-
1,382
1,382
-
12,154
-
-
1,520
40,457		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
150
-
150
-
-
1,000
-
1,000
-
-
-
-
-
1,150

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
Page No.
ALL PCC FUNDS
PAYMENTS
GENERAL FUND
The Church and Parish
14,018
- Church building
5
715
- Worship
5
-
- Sunday Club
5
331
- Teenage Christians
5
1,532
- Music
5
3,130
- Church and Parish expenses
5
41,565
The Deanery and Diocese
5
1,830
Charitable giving from PCC funds
5
150
General Fund Transfer to Community Fund
5
264
Community Fund
5
22
Bell Fund
5
63,557
RESTORATION AND REPAIR FUNDS
5,144
Fenstanton Church
6
(60)
Fen Drayton Church
10
-
Historic England Grant
10
5,084
BEQUEST FUNDS
-
Fenstanton Bequest
6
-
Fen Drayton Churchyard
10
-
2,315
HOUSE AND GYM
7
8,318
CHURCH CENTRE
9
128
FLOWERS
8
-
SUNDAY CLUB
8
1,371
COMMUNTY CAFE
8
80,773
TOTAL PAYMENTS
29,249
NET RECEIPTS
258,903
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
288,152
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
13,171
761
-
219
1,805
3,813
43,322
1,855
150
984
18
66,097
10,710
(65)
-
10,645
-
-
-
2,557
12,536
118
-
2,550
94,502
24,528
275,934
300,462		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
13,171
761
-
219
1,805
3,813
43,322
1,855
-
-
18
64,963
2,557
-
67,520		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
10,710
(65)
-
10,645
-
-
-
12,536
118
-
2,550
25,848		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
150
984
-
1,134
-
1,134
9,904
116,170
126,074		 14,608
103,867
118,476		 16
55,897
55,913

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
GENERAL FUND
RECEIPTS
Incoming resources from donors:
4,986
Plate collections
-
Plate collections (restricted)
34,974
Planned giving (envelopes and gift aid)
9,526
Tax recovered on covenanted giving and gift aid
49,485
Other voluntary incoming resources
-
Fund-raising events
2,522
Wedding and funeral fees
1,346
Donations
-
Sunday Club/Teenage Christians
3,868
Other income
200
Other Receipts
1,125
Fenstanton Church Estate - rent of field
1,186
Trust and Bequest income
5,960
Interest received
-
Lay rector's contribution to insurance of chancel
8,471
Community Fund
-
Donations
150
Community Fund (Transferred from GF)
-
Interest received
150
- Bell Fund
124
Bell Fund Donations
-
Bell Fund Interest received
124
62,099
TOTAL RECEIPTS		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
4,664
-
32,962
8,923
46,549
-
3,417
259
-
3,676
181
1,125
1,367
10,505
-		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
4,664
-
32,962
8,923
46,549
-
3,417
259
-
3,676
-
181
1,125
1,367
10,505
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
13,178 13,178 - -
-
150
-
150
35
-
35
63,588		 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
63,403		 -
-
-
-
35
-
35
35		 -
150
-
150
-
-
-
-
150

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
GENERAL FUND
PAYMENTS
The Church and Parish
- Church building
5,603
:Heat, light, water
5,169
:Insurance
2,820
:Minor repairs, cleaning and maintenance
426
:Purchases
715
- Worship
-
- Sunday Club
331
- Teenage Christians
1,532
- Music
16,596
- Church and Parish expenses
1,033
:Vicar's expenses and locum clergy
1,513
:Stationery and photocopier costs
583
Other costs + Fund-raising costs
3,130
- The Deanery and Diocese
41,565
- Diocesan Parish Share and Deanery
41,565
1,830 Charitable giving from PCC funds
150 General Fund Transfer to Community Fund
1,980
-
Community Fund
264
Community Fund Paid Out
264
-
Bell Fund
22
Bell Fund Repairs & Maintenance
22
Flower Fund
128
Flower Costs
63,685
TOTAL PAYMENTS
(1,587)
NET RECEIPTS
72,494
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
70,907
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
3,126
5,263
2,591
2,190
761
-
219
1,805
15,955
1,970
1,296
546
3,813
43,322
43,322
1,855
150
2,005
984
984
18
18
118
66,215
(2,626)
72,479
69,853		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
3,126
5,263
2,591
2,190
761
-
219
1,805
15,955
1,970
1,296
546
3,813
43,322
43,322
1,855
-
1,855
-
-
18
18
-
64,963
(1,559)
67,583
66,024		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
118
118
(83)
3,140
3,057		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
150
150
984
984
-
-
-
1,134
(984)
1,756
772

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
RESTORATION FUND
RECEIPTS
16,205
Fund-raising events
-
House to House collection
445
Restoration Fund Boxes/Wall Safe/Donations
-
Planned giving
-
Tax recovered through gift aid
190
Trust Income
-
Interest received
-
CB300 Memorial
-
Organ Refurbishment
16,840
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
5,025
Fund-raising costs
-
Organ Refurbishment Costs
-
CB300 Memorial Costs
119
Church Repairs/Chancel repair work
5,144
TOTAL PAYMENTS
11,696
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
44,137
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
55,832
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
24,228
-
338
-
-
197
-
-
-
24,763
7,163
-
-
3,547
10,710
14,053
55,833
69,886		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
24,228
338
-
197
24,763
7,163
3,547		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
10,710 -
14,053
12,549
26,602		 -
43,284
43,284
2023
£
BEQUEST FUND
RECEIPTS
100 Donations
Interest received
100 TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
- Noticeboard
- TOTAL PAYMENTS
100 NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
51,152 FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
51,252 FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
TOTAL
FUNDS
£
1,000
-
1,000
-
-
1,000
51,152
52,152		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
40,295
40,295		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
1,000
1,000
-
1,000
10,857
11,857

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
HOUSE & GYM
RECEIPTS
Rents
13,410
House
910
Gymnasium
14,320
CBF Church of England Investment Fund
160
Income Shares
Interest received
-
CCLA/Barclays interest
-
14,480
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
House
1,639
Management fees
270
Insurance
1,909
Gym
120
Gym Costs
286
Repairs and maintenance
406
2,315
TOTAL PAYMENTS
12,165
NET RECEIPTS
48,587
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
-
OPENING BALANCE TRANSFER
60,752
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
13,500
520
14,020
-
-
-
14,020
1,485
314
1,799
-
758
758
2,557
11,463
48,587
-
60,050		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
13,500
520
14,020
-
-
-
14,020
1,485
314
1,799
-
758
758
2,557
11,463
48,587
-
60,050		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

page 8

PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
COMMUNTY CAFÉ
RECEIPTS
1,936
Donations
-
Grants received
1,936
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
1,371
Purchases
1,371
TOTAL PAYMENTS
565
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
947
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
1,512
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
FLOWER FUND
RECEIPTS
-
Donations
-
Grants received
-
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Purchases
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
-
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
(120)
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
(120)
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
1,520
-
1,520
2,550
2,550
(1,029)
1,512
483
-
-
-
118
118
(118)
(120)
(238)		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
1,520
-
1,520
2,550
2,550
(1,029)
1,512
483
-
-
118
118
(118)
(120)
(238)		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

SUNDAY CLUB

RECEIPTS
Donations
Grants received
-
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
Purchases
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
-
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
215
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
215
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 -
-
-
-
-
-
215
215		 -
-
-
-		 -
-
-
215
215
-
-
-
-

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PARISH CHURCH OF ST. PETER. & ST. PAUL, FENSTANTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
CHURCH CENTRE FUND
RECEIPTS
Rents
10,546
Hall - regular bookings
2,557
Hall - casual bookings
-
Key Deposits
13,103
-
Interest
-
Donations
-
13,103
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
Hall
597
Insurance
1,741
Electricity
2,121
Gas
714
Broadband/Phone
124
Water & Sewerage
1,850
Cleaner
719
Repairs and maintenance
181
Cleaning Materials
150
Advertising
41
Waste Collection
-
Printing & Stationery
-
Postage
55
Memberships
-
Donations paid out
25
Other costs
8,318
-
Building Development Costs
-
Major Purchases
-
8,318
TOTAL PAYMENTS
4,785
NET RECEIPTS
16,990
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
OPENING BALANCE TRANSFER
21,775
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
8,306
3,465
40
11,811
283
60
343
12,154
603
1,091
896
714
439
2,085
4,193
285
150
43
-
6
-
-
31
10,536
-
2,000
2,000
12,536
(382)
21,775
-
21,393		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
8,306
3,465
40
11,811
283
60
343
12,154
603
1,091
896
714
439
2,085
4,193
285
150
43
-
6
-
31
10,536
2,000
2,000
12,536
(382)
21,775
21,393

page 10

PARISH CHURCH OF ST. MARY THE VIRGIN, FEN DRAYTON

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
£
RESTORATION FUND
RECEIPTS
76
Fund-raising events
-
Collections at services
323
Trust Income
-
Grants received
23
Interest received
422
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Fund-raising costs
(60)
Church Repairs/Chancel repair work
(60)
TOTAL PAYMENTS
482
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
5,408
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
5,890
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
2023
£
HISTORIC ENGLAND GRANT
RECEIPTS
-
Donations
-
Grants received
-
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Church Repairs/Chancel repair work
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
-
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
(958)
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
(958)
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER
2023
£
CHURCHYARD FUND
RECEIPTS
-
Donations
808
Investment income
236
Interest received
1,043
TOTAL RECEIPTS
PAYMENTS
-
Churchyard expenditure
-
TOTAL PAYMENTS
1,043
NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)
20,052
FUND BALANCES AT 1 JANUARY
21,095
FUND BALANCES AT 31 DECEMBER		 TOTAL
FUNDS
£
500
-
73
-
29
602
-
(65)
(65)
667
5,408
6,075
TOTAL
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
(958)
(958)
TOTAL
FUNDS
£
-
1,095
287
1,382
-
-
1,382
20,052
21,434		 UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
-
UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
500
73
29
602
(65)		 DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
(65) -
667
5,408
6,075
RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
(958)
(958)
RESTRICTED
FUNDS
£
1,095
287
1,382
-
-
1,382
20,052
21,434		 -
-
DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-
DESIGNATED
FUNDS
£
-
-
-
-

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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

2023
TOTAL
UNRESTRICTED
FUNDS
FUNDS
£
£
£
INVESTMENTS
CBF Church of England Investment Fund
21,291
Income Shares - at CBF valuation
21,291
21,291
M&G Dividend Fund
7,030
16000 Sterling Class A Net Income Shares
8,338
28,321
29,629
21,291
NOTE: CBF Investment Fund shares are shown at their purchase price of £6000 in the monthly s
NOTE: M&G Shares are shown at a valuation of £8,337.6 in the monthly statement of funds
MONETARY ASSETS
1,194
Bank Current Account (Joint)
581
581
21,822
Bank Current Account (Fen Drayton)
9,417
(5,232)
21,775
Bank Current Account (Church Centre)
21,393
4,964
Bank Current Account Fenstanton
5,092
5,092
41,000
Bank Interest-bearing Accounts BPA
58,715
58,715
173,499
CBF Deposit Accounts Fenstanton
182,708
60,670
11,150
CBF Deposit Accounts (Fen Drayton)
22,047
15,778
275,404
299,953
135,604
OTHER ASSETS
Property and contents - Church
Centre and Old School House
-
- (see notes to the Accounts)
-
-
DEBTORS
Sundry debtors and prepayments
Insurance premiums prepaid
-
-
50
Church Field Rent prepaid
-
-
-
Church Centre Electricity & Gas
-
Tax refund from Inland Revenue
-
489
Church Centre rents
-
539
-
-
LIABILITIES
-
Church Centre Electricity & Gas
-
Church Electricity
-
-
Water & Sewerage
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 RESTRICTED DESIGNATED
FUNDS
FUNDS
£
£
8,338
8,338
-
tatement of funds
14,649
21,393
78,754
43,284
6,269
121,065
43,284
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached financial statements.

.

The 'Statement of Assets and Liabilities' is a list of significant possessions and outstanding financial obligations as at the end of the year.

2 Accounting Policies

The financial statements of the PCC have been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 using the Receipts and Payments basis.

The General, Church Centre and Bequest Funds are funds of the PCC that are not subject to any special restrictions regarding their use (except where indicated) and are available to the general purposes of the PCC. These may include funds designated for a particular purpose by the PCC. The Restoration Funds are funds (with the exception of designated funds) raised for specific purposes and are not available for the general purposes of the PCC.

The following assets are recognised but not valued in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities:

Investment in CBF Church of England Investment Fund Income Shares and M&G Dividend Fund Shares Closing bank balances as shown in the Receipts and Payments Accounts.

The following liabilities are recognised in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF FEN DRAYTON WITH FENSTANTON

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

6 Insurance

The PCC has insured the properties for which it is responsible for the following values:

£'000
Fenstanton Church - nave, tower and east window and chancel 12,612
Fenstanton Church - contents 312
Fen Drayton Church - buildings 6,294
Fen Drayton Church - contents 132
The Church Centre - buildings 897
The Church Centre Contents 52
The Old School House - buildings 1000
The Old School House - contents 5
Public liability insurance 10,000

The Lay Rectors have been invoiced for their share of the Fenstanton Church Chancel insurance.

7 Trust and Bequest Income

The Receipts and Payments Accounts show income from trusts and bequests set up in favour of the PCC and administered by other bodies: the PCC has no access to the capital.

One of the bequests provides income solely for the maintenance of the fabric of the Fenstanton church and another for the maintenance of the Fen Drayton Churchyard. The income from another bequest and a trust is unrestricted once occasional payments have been made for the maintenance of a family grave.

8 General Fund

The PCC's General Fund benefits from income from The Fenstanton Church Estate, derived from a parcel of land let on an agricultural tenancy.

In addition to funds donated by the PCC to charity, a sum of £3688 was raised by special collections and sent to selected charities.

Christine Hyde Honorary Treasurer - Fenstanton Parish Church 4 Sumerling Way Bluntisham Huntingdon PE28 3XT