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River Church,Weycroft Hall

Report and Accounts Year ended 31 March 2025

River Church, Weycroft Hall

LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE Weycroft Hall Weycroft Axminster Devon. EX13 7LL GOVERNING DOCUMENT CIO Incorporated 6th March 2018 As amended 15th March 2022 CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER 1177447 TRUSTEES RESPONSIBLE FOR V.Turner MANAGING THE CHARITY M.Russell (resigned 31 May 2024) M. Wallis D.Rogers M.Cavaciuti S.Wiggam (appointed 5 June 2024)

NAMES OF BANKERS Lloyds Bank Plc INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Jaimée Young Stewardship 1 Lamb's Passage LONDON EC1Y 8AB

INDEX

Page 1 Legal & Administrative Details Pages 2-3 Trustees' Report Page 4 Independent Examiner's Report Page 5 Receipts and Payments Account Page 6 Statement of Assets & Liabilities Pages 7-8 Notes to the Accounts

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River Church, Weycroft Hall

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

The Trustees have pleasure in submitting the Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025.

Objects of the charity

The charity, which is a church, is governed by a constitution and is constituted as a charitable incorporated organisation. The charity's principal objects, as set out in its governing document, are:

The advancement of the Christian faith for the public benefit in particular but not exclusively, by providing and establishing a training and retreat centre in the area of Axminster for the local community.

Summary of the charity's main activities and achievements

Church Life

The year is not best described in a list of special events, but in the beautiful rhythm of weekly meetings. Every Sunday morning has been a special time, with beautiful corporate worship, strong teaching and a sense of God's presence. Visitors usually remark on how special the meeting has been. Similarly on our monthly Encounter nights, visitors come from a wide region to worship & pray with us due to the sense of God's presence. We don't take any of this for granted, but continue to keep our meetings simple & authentic.

In terms of teaching this year saw us work though both Hebrews and Mark, and also with a period where preachers brought what was on their heart, outside any series. Messages are posted on YouTube and have a good take-up. Monthly church lunches are popular and facilitate a sense of

In addition to Life Groups, we ran some teaching courses, specifically "Teach us to pray" & "Contagious Christianity". We also had an amazing testimony evening: "From occult to Christ".

Spring Harvest

Our connection with Spring Harvest has grown. We ran Prayer Ministry Training at River Church on their behalf, and took a large team, with significant roles, with the pastoral , youth, prayer ministry and speaking teams. It was a fabulous event.

Healing Ministry and Sozo Ministry

Both the Healing team & Sozo team have been busy this year, with many encouraging stories of physical, emotional and spiritual healing.

Youth ministry

It's a thrill to report that despite a national shortage of youth workers, our youth worker is so enjoying his role that he has extended his time with us and is doing a fabulous job both with the youth and also children on Sundays.

Other things

We continue to support Christians Against Poverty locally and Red Tribe in Kenya. The November bonfire night was the most popular to date and has become a yearly feature on the Axminster calendar! The Christmas carol service hosted its very own donkey!

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Summary

The year has not been spectacular, but very wonderful in the ordinary. There is huge commitment to the church from a wide range of people, most of whom volunteer their help to enable the church to both function and flourish. It is a privilege to be a part of such a beautiful expression of God's goodness & favour.

In planning the activities the Trustees have applied the guidance on public benefit issued by the Charity Commission.

Financial review

During the year income increased by £1,213 to £62,423 and expenditure increased by £3,325 to £62,475. As a result the cash (total funds) held by the charity decreased by £52 to £23,496 of which £193 is restricted. The increase in total income was largely due to increased donations. All unrestricted funds can be used for any charitable purpose.

Reserves policy

The trustees have determined that the charity should aim to hold unrestricted cash of no less than £14,471 (which equates to 3 months' of budgeted unrestricted expenditure) so that the charity could continue to operate should income and / or expenditure vary adversely. At the year end, the charity held unrestricted cash of £23,303 and therefore the charity is complying with its reserves policy.

Governance

Responsibility for setting policy and for making operating decisions rest with the trustees who meet regularly to monitor the activities of the charity. Responsibility for the day to day operation of the charity has been delegated to a senior management team led by Vince and Clio Turner. New trustees are recruited and appointed by the existing trustees, by a majority vote, the chairman has the deciding vote in the event of a tie.

Responsibilities of trustees

Charity law requires us as Trustees to prepare financial statements for each accounting year which record the receipts and payments of the charity for the year.

We are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable us to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011.

We also have a responsibility to safeguard the assets of the charity and to take reasonable steps to prevent fraud or any other irregularities.

Approval

This report was approved by the trustees on 10th November 2025 and signed on their behalf by:

D M Rogers

D M Rogers (Nov 21, 2025 11:53:24 GMT)

_______ Dominic Rogers

Nov 21, 2025 Date:________

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF

River Church, Weycroft Hall

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of River Church, Weycroft Hall ('the charity') for the year ended 31 March 2025 on pages 5 to 8 following.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the 2011 Act’).

I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner’s statement

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 accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; or

2. the accounts do not accord with the accounting records.

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

J. Young

J. Young (Nov 24, 2025 10:23:05 GMT)

Jaimée Young

Stewardship 1 Lamb's Passage LONDON EC1Y 8AB

Date: Nov 24, 2025

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River Church, Weycroft Hall

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Notes Income receipts Donations and legacies Gift aid Event income Interest Total receipts Payments 2 3 Total payments Net movement in funds Cash funds as at last year end Cash funds at this year end Net of receipts / (payments) before Grants paid to charitable organisations, missionaries and other individuals Payments in relation to charitable activities undertaken directly		General Designated Funds Funds £ £ 51,287 - 6,931 - 55 58,273 - 51,777 - 5,543 - 57,320 - 953 - 953 - 22,350 - 23,303 - Unrestricted Funds	Restricted Funds £ 2,513 - 1,637 4,150 3,605 1,550 5,155 1,005 - 1,005 - 1,198 193	2025 £ 53,800 6,931 1,637 55 62,423 55,382 7,093 62,475 52 - 52 - 23,548 23,496	2024 £
		General Funds £ 51,287 6,931 55 58,273 51,777 5,543 57,320 953 953 22,350 23,303
					48,077 13,133 -
					61,210
					47,676 11,474
					59,150
					2,060
					2,060 21,488
					23,548

The notes on pages 7 - 8 form part of these accounts.

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River Church, Weycroft Hall

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Notes A Cash funds Cash at bank with immediate access Cash Deposit account B Other monetary assets Other debtors Gift aid due to charity C Liabilities Falling due within one year Fee for Independent Examination Hall hire and other charges	General Designated funds funds £ £ 8,248 - 15,055 23,303 - 7,755 - 7,755 - 786 - - 786 - Unrestricted Funds	Restricted funds £ 193 193 - - - - -	2025 £ 8,441 15,055 23,496 - 7,755 7,755 786 - 786	2024 £
				23,548
				23,548
				- 6,000
				6,000
				720 450
				1,170

D Assets retained for charity's own use

The charity does not hold any assets of material value.

E Guarantees and secured debts

The charity has not given any guarantees and has not provided its assets as security for any liabilities.

The accounts were approved by the trustees and signed on their behalf by:

D M Rogers _______Dominic Rogers D M Rogers (Nov 21, 2025 11:53:24 GMT)

Nov 21, 2025 Date:___

The notes on pages 7 - 8 form part of these accounts.

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River Church, Weycroft Hall

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

1 Accounting policies

The accounts have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis and comprise a statement that shows the charity's receipts and payments, a statement that summarises the charity's assets and liabilities and related notes. The accountancy profession have determined that only accounts prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards present a 'true and fair' view and, as these receipts and payments accounts have not (and cannot) be prepared in accordance with accounting standards, these accounts do not present (and are not intended to present) a 'true and fair' view of the charity's financial activities and state of affairs.

General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity. Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the trustees for particular purposes. Restricted funds are donations which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors; they include donations received from appeals for specific activities or projects.

2 Payments in relation to charitable activities undertaken directly Staff costs including youth worker salary Hire of premises Youth and Children's work Other Costs Equipment Youth event 3 Grants paid to charitable organisations, missionaries and other indivi Grants for: Overseas mission Pastoral care Relief of poverty Education and training Community event Ministry gifts	Unrestricted Fun General funds £ 36,943 5,850 83 6,907 1,994 51,777 duals 3,600 653 1,200 - - 90 5,543	ds Designated funds £ - - - - - - - - -	Restricted Funds £ 2,094 - 1,511 3,605 - 1,550 - - 1,550	Total 2025 £ 39,037 5,850 83 6,907 1,994 1,511 55,382 3,600 2,203 1,200 - - 90 7,093	Total 2024 £
					35,037 4,950 544 7,145
					47,676
					4,150 4,415 1,200 650 59 1,000
					11,474

The organisation supports individuals in the UK and organisations overseas in the relief of poverty, and education and training. Grants totalling £7,093 (2024: £11,474) have been made to 6 individuals and 2 organisations (2024: 6 individuals and 4 organisations) during the period. The grants paid to overseas mission all relate to UK based charities who work overseas.

4 Transactions with related parties

One of the trustees, Vince Turner own and live in Weycroft Hall, from which the organisation operates. They allow the organisation to use the premises for a charge to cover running costs, receiving £5,850 (2024: £4,950) in the period. Vince and Clio Turner are the lead pastors of the church and both received a salary of £10,568. The salary is for their roles as lead pastors, not as trustees for the church.

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River Church, Weycroft Hall

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

5 Movement of funds

vement of funds
General funds Restricted funds Axe Valley Youth Other Total funds	Balance at 31 Mar 2024 £ 22,350 1,198 - 1,198 23,548	Receipts £ 58,273 2,600 1,550 4,150 62,423	Payments £ 57,320 - 3,605 - 1,550 - 5,155 - 62,475 -	Transfers £ - - -	Balance at 31 Mar 2025 £
					23,303
					193 -
					193
					23,496

Restricted funds as at 31 March 2025 total £193 and all relate to funds restricted for Axe Valley Youth.

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