Leominster In Bloom- Chairnian's Report
AGM- 11 March 2026
I think I can safely say that this has been another excellent year for Leominster in
Bloom, with our Gold Award once again being the well-deserved result.
Achievements like this are only possible because of the wonderful volunteers who
make everything happen. Et truly is a team effort.
Since becoming your Chaiman, I feel we have grown into a very efficient and
supportive group. However, that strength has developed over time thanks to the
commitment of so many people - commtttee members, volUnt￿rS and supporters -
who all contribute in their own way. The success of Leominster in Bloom ￿rtainlY
isn't dovm to any one individual. It is the combined effort of everyone involved that
makes us such a strong and effective group.
There are. of course, a number of indNiduals whose work deserves particular
mention. l am very grateful to Viv, who keeps our accounts in such an efficienl and
reliable manner, and we are fortunate to have Diana Emms, who helps ensure we
remain on the right track.
Viv also works closely with Romey in securing the sponsorship that is so essential to
our work. Their efforts help ensure we can continue working with the
wonderful Philpotvs girls, whose planting a￿￿ayS Ii)oks absolutety fantsstic. We are
also very grateful for the planning Romey does beforehand - her choice of plants
consistently prodU￿S beautiful displays and many posrtive comments from around
the town.
Cynthia is not only a tireless worker but also an ex￿lIent organiser. The planning
she puts into our Flower Fairs ensures they are a￿ayS well supported, and it is
wonderful that so many stallholders retum year after year.
Helena must also be mentioned for the fantastic Suc￿sS of our competitions. She
works closely with local schools and young people, results'ng in incredible numbers of
entries and so many imaginative and creative ideas.
Since introducing the WhatsApp group, communication has improved grealy and we
are kept well infonred about activities, work parties and events. There are many
names that appear regulady and. at the risk of leaving someone out, I will mention
just a few: Sheila, Jan. Midge, Romey. Dennis, Viv. Cynthia. Eve, John, Julia,
Jill. Kathy. Marcus, Virginia and Gill Ding.
These are only a few names. and there are many others who tum up time after time
and contribute so much to the success of the group.
We have also had great support from the wotkers at S & A, along wrth other groups,
nursing homes and the incredible Pom Ladies, all of whom play their part in helping
us achieve what we do.

Judging Day is afways a focal point of the year. The route is carefully planned so that
we can showcase the many projects and partnerships that demonstrate how widely
the community is involved in Leorninster in Bloom.
An important part of the judging process is our Portfolio, which highlights everything
we have worked on throughout the year. This year we were de1￿hted to
welcome Kathy to the team. and l am very gratefijl for the hard work she put into
presenting our year so effectively. With the help of the many photographs tsken by
members throughout the year, Kathy produced an ex￿lIent portfolio.
Once again we worked with The Prlory. where we were also able to hold our
Judging Day ￿lebratIon.
The Town Council supported us again through planter sponsorship, and Stuart and
his team did a fantastic Job keeping the planters watered during what was an
incredibly hot and dry summer. Their help was very much appreciated.
Communication is vrtal in keeping everyone infomEd about what is happening. The
WhatsApp group has ￿rtainlY helped with this, but I would also like to mention two
people who do an ex￿lIent job in this area. Julia k&ps everyone up to date with
regular emails and messages, and Gill, as our Secretary, does a fantastic job
keeping us organised. On a personal note. I would like to thank Gill for keeping me
on the straight and naThowl
Finally, I would simply like to say a huge thank you to everyone who gives their time,
energy and enthusiasm to Leominster in Bloom. Whether you help with planting,
organising events, supporting competitions. fvndraising, or simply turning up when
help is needed, every contribution matters. What we achieve together really does
make a difference to our town and to the sense of community we share. l am very
proud to be part of such a dedicated group and I look fO￿ard to working with you all
again as we move into another excth'ng year.

Independent examinerfs report to the trustees of Leominster in Bloom
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Leominster in Bloom for
the year ended 31 st December 2024
Responsibllities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of the
accounts in
accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act,)
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section
145 of the
2011 Act and in carying out my examination I have followed all the applicable
Directions given by
the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confinn that no material matters have come to my
attention in
connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material
respect..
1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130
of the Act.
or
2. the accounts do not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the
examination to
which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper
understanding of the
accounts to be reached.
Signed:
Name: Diana Emes
Address. 37 Pinsley Rd, Leominster, HR6 8NN
Date..

Treasurer's Report
l am pleased to presenl the TreaSu￿rfs Report for the financial year ending 31
December 2025.
Income
Total inccffne for the year amounted to £16,514.99.
Our largest source of income continues to be 8ponsorshlp, which generated
£12,775.00, demonstrating the fantasttc support we continue to receive from Ioc81
businesses and organisations.
Other important sources of income induded..
Market Stalls: £1,583.77
Plant Fair: £1,315.00
Donations: £270.75
Bucket collectlons: £161.10
Bank Interest: £149.57
Subscrlptlons: £110.00
Sundries: £90.00
EasyfundDnglAmazon: £59.80
Compared with £16,431.07 In 2024. overall income remained very similar. reflecting
stable level of communty support.
Expenditure
Total expenditure for the year was £12.181.49.
The main area of spending was on planting, which totslled £9,692.01. This
represents the core Work of Leominster in Bloom in enhancing and maintaining the
town's fior81 displays.
other expenditure included:
Sponsor signs: £502.20
Tombola and market costs: £334.00
Advertlslng: £274.32
Stationery: £261.65
Competition prlzes and gifts: £357.37
Printing: £180.00
Equipment: £144.94
Sundries: £110.00
RHS entry: £200.00
Grant expenditure: £100.00
Plant Falr refunds: £25.00

Total expenditure in 2024 was £12.453.71. so spending in 2025 was slightly lower.
Surplus
The year ended wtth a surplus of £4.333.50. which is slightty higher than the
£3,977.36 surplus recorded in 2024. This healthy surplus helps ensure the group
remains financially stable and able to plan future planting and community projects.
Funds Held
As of 31 December 2025, total fvnds held by Leominster in Bloom were £20,619.01,
made up of..
Savings Accountr £19,761.60
Current AccounL. £813.39
Petty Cash: £44.02
These funds indude:
Bertie funds: £277.95
Leominster in Bloom general funds: £20,341.06
Conclusion
Overall, the financial posttion of Leominster in Bloom remains strong. The continued
support of our sponsors, stall holders, and the wider community enables us to
maintain and develop the floral displays and projects that benefit the town.
I would like to thank everyone who supports our fundraising actNities and especial
Diana Emms. who has examined the accounts for us again this year and has
confirmed that she has no concerns and has come across no other matters in
connection with the examination to which attention shoukl be drawn in the report.
Also, thanks must go to our volunteers and sponsors, whose contributions make
such a significant differen￿ to what we are able to achieve each year.
Prepared by the Treasurer, Leominster in Bloom.
Vivien Melia

LEOMINSTER IN BLOOM
BREAKDOWN OF 2025 INCOME & EXPENDITURE at 31.12.25
INCOME
EXPENDITURE
SURPLUS
£iio.Tr)
£270.75
Full Year 2024
£85.00
700.00
SUBSCRIPTIONS
DONATION5
GIFT AID RECLAIM
MARKET STALLS
PLANT FAIR
BUCKET COLLECTIONS
EASY FUNDING/AMAZON
SPONSORSHIP
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
JUST GIVING
SUNDRIES
BERTIE BARGATES
GRANT FUNDING
BANK INTEREST
£0.00
£1.583.77
£1,315.00
£161.10
£59.80
£12,775.IXI
£o.¢J)
£0.00
£90.00
£0.00
£0.00
£149.57
£16,514.99
650.92
2.066.40
56.74
11,430.00
£0.00
£0.00
£34.20
£0.00
1,230.00
177.81
EXPENDITURE
200.IJJ
259.00
16,431.07
RHS EXP
ADVERTISING
PLANT FAIR REFUNDS
EQUIPMENT
PRINTING
STATIONARY
WEBSITE
PLANTING
SPONSOR SIGNS
TOMBOLA & MARKET
PRIZES
SUNDRIES
BERTIE BARGATES
Expendlture from grants
Competition Prizes & Glfts
GAINILOSS
£21XJ.CK)
£274.32
£25.00
£144.94
£180.IX)
£261.65
£O.(M)
£9.692.01
£502.20
50.00
1,053.17
234.99
145.24
151.20
8.669.99
266.73
£334.Tr)
136.01
175.64
£iio.fy)
£O.(M)
£100.
985.99
125.75
£357.37
£12,18L49
12,453.71
3,977.36
£4.333.50
Petty Cash
CASH IN HAND
CURRENT ACCOUNT
SAVING5 ACCOUNT
TOTAL FUNDS
£44.02
£0.00
£813.39
£19.761.60
£20,619.01
15.00
658.48
15,612.03
16.285.51
Bertie funds
LIB funds
Shed Deposit
Website to Jun 26
TOTAL FUNDS
£277.95
£20,341.06
£0.00
£0.00
£20.619.01
£277.95
£16.007.56
£0.00
£ICM).80
£16,386.31

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