STOGURSEY ARTS TRUST Trustees, Annual Report For the year ended 30 April 2025 Charity number.. 1175827 Reference.. AR25-CIO-REM-11a-1175827-A 1. Reference and Administrative Details Charity name.. Stogursey Arts Trust Charity number.. 1175827 Principal address.. 31 Castle Street, Slogursey. Somerset, TA5 1TG Legal status." Charitable Incorporated Organisalion ICIOI Dale of registration: 21 November 2017 Governing document- Conslitulion adopted on regislralion and amended on 2 February 2018 Financial year end.. 30 April 2025 Trustees serving during the year.. Sue SpI￿r (appointed 7 June 20171 lan Michael Elenor lappointed 7 June 20171 Jenny Nicholson18ppointed 23 June 20221 Sukey Elstob (appointed 23 June 20221 Colin Pye lappoinled 1 April 20251 Helga Staddon Mike Bradshaw Jill Newton Graham McLeod John James No trustees declared any disclosable interests during the year. 2. Structure, Governance and Management Stogursey Arts Trust is a Charitable Incorporated Organisalion governed by ils constitution. The Iruslees are responsible for the charity's strategic direction, Complian￿ with charity law, safeguarding of assets, and oversight of activities undertaken in furtherance of the charity's objects. Trustees are appointed in accordance with the constitution and work collaboratively lo ensure effective governance, financial stewardship, and the continued delivery of the Trust's charitable purposes. Operational and financial matters are reviewed regularly to SLJPPOrt sound management of the charity. 3. Objectives and Public Benefit Charitable Object.. To advance the education of the public in the appreciation and practi￿ of the arts by the establishment and maintenance of a festival and other performances and exhibitions. Public Benefit.. The Iruslees have had due regard lo the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit. The Trust provides accessible arts events, exhibitions, perf0mlan￿S and participatory opportunities that encourage engagement with the arts within Stogursey and surrounding rural communities. These activities benefit a wide cross-section of the public, including local artists, volunteers, schoolchildren and visitors, thereby promoting creativity, cultural enrichment and community cohesion. 4. Achievements and Performance During the year, the Events Subgroup continued lo provide significant energy and momentum for the Trust. The group supported fLJndraising initiatives, including a successful Welsh-themed evening, and Ljndertook preparatory work to welcome The Rude Mechanical Theatre Company to Fairfield House, Slogursey, scheduled for summer 2025. A major highlight of the year was the Stogursey Arts FestlV81, widely regarded as a great success. The festival showcased an exceptional mix of local talent alongside artistic contributions from further afield. The principal exhibition was once again hosted in Sl Andrew's Church, providing a striking backdrop. A notable feature was a loaned display from HATCH, a Somerset-based arts collective presenting contemporary art in rural environments. Their costume sculptures from the fashion show 'The Void., featuring mythical creatures, offered visitors an innovative visual experience. Local artisans contributed high-quality work to an exhibition of flowers and textiles themed 'Coastline', while children from the local school produced imaginative sea-creature artworks, ensuring strong interyeneralional participation. Alongside the main exhibition, the Stogursey Arts Photographic Society presented a warmly received exhibition in the Jubilee Rooms, reflecting local life in and around Stogursey. The festival programme was further enriched by clay workshops, food-related events, and a continuous musical presence throughout the week, including choir performances, shanty singing, open mic sessions and ukulele gatherings. Collectively, these activities created a vibrant and inclusive cultural event with strong community engagement. The trustees wish to place on record that everything the Trust produces relies extensively upon a significant group of volunteers whose commitment, skills and enthusiasm are essential to the successful delivery of its activities. 5. Financial Review Balance brought forward.. £11,123.76 Total income.. £6,074.19 Total expenditure.. £6,115.03 Net movement in funds'.1£40.841 Funds carried forward.. £11,082.92 Income was derived from grants, events, donations, and support from local organisalions including the Parish Council. Expenditure primarily supported festival activity, events, equipment, insurance, and operational costs necessary lo deliver the charity's objectives. The trustees wnsider the charity's financial position lo remain stable, with reserves al a level sufficient lo support ongoing activities. 6. Reserves Policy The trustees have adopted a reseNes policy designed lo balance financial resilien￿ with the active use of funds to support charitable activities. A flexible reserve target of £1,500 was agreed al a meeting of the Iruslees on 12 January 2026. This level is considered appropriate for a charity of the Trust's size, providing a modest financial buffer while allowing resources lo be directed towards the delivery of arts programmes and community events. Reserves are reviewed periodically lo ensure they remain appropriate in light of the charity's activities and financial commitments. 7. Plans for Future Periods (202>26) Explore potential grant funding opportunities, including those associated with Hinkley Point. Establish a dedicated group committed to the effective planning and delivery of the next stogursey Arts Festival. Pursue further fundraising initiatives and deliver The Rude Mechanical Theatre Company s production at Fairfield House. Develop the Trust's digital presence through the creation of a website and Facebook page, improving communication and audience engagement. 8. Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees, Annual Report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards. The trustees must select suitable accounting policies, apply them consistently, observe the methods and principles of the Charities SORP, make reasonable and prudent judgements and eslimales, and prepare the accounts on a going concem basis unless il is inappropriate to presum8 th8 charity will continue in operation. The trustees are responsible for maintaining adequate accounting records and safeguarding the assets of the charity. 9. Approval Colin Pye Ichairl This report was approved b the Iruslees and signed on their behalf. Name.. Position.. Trustee Date.. 12th January 2026 Stogursey Arts Trust Treasurer's Report l February 2024 to 31 January 2025 2025 Bank Balance Brought Forward INCOME Stogursey Parish Council Soap Fartory Events Grants Donations received Total Income £11.123.76 100.00 1,139.46 1,199.92 3,370.00 264.81 £6,074.19 EXPENDITURE Insurance SAPS cnree Festival Computer Flowers Soap Factory Events Miscellaneous expenses Total Expenditure 80.64 2,362.14 185.58 1,779.30 50.00 1321.77 115.80 219.80 £6.115.03 -£40.84 Bank Balance Carried Forward £11,082.92 Balance at Bank 311112025 Less Unpresented Paymets Balance as per Cash Book 311112025 11,398.72 315.80 11,082.92