Low Hill Community Ass(xiaiion (Hub)
Hill C•m
Ity
2019
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT AND
ACCOUNTS
LOWHILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
01 April 2024- 31 March 2025
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LOW HILL COMMUNfTY ASSOCIATION
TRUSTEES REPORT 2024125
Introducilon
The 2024125 year has continu¢d io present both chall¢nges and opporttmities for the Centr¢.
Whilc the lingering effects of the Covid_19 pandemic still influenec community confidence in
attcnding in-person activtties. we are pleased to report a steady improvement in attendance
and engagement across our pmgrammes.
Flnan¢ial Overvie
The Centrc recorded a net dellclt In funds of£12,425.10 for the year.
This d¢ficit reflects the impact of significant ¢apilal expenditure undcrtaken during the year,
rather than an overspend on day-tO•day operations.
Total income for thc year was £168.677J2. including both unrcstriclcd and restricted income.
Total operaiing expenditure amounted 10 £142.993.22. resulting in an operating surplus of
£2S,684.10 before copital outflows.
However, after accounting for c4pllal expendlture of £38,109.20. the Centre ended the year
with a nel defi¢l¢ (loss) of £12,425.10.
These capital investments included esscntial improvements such as new heating and
air-conditioning units. which enhance the long-tcrni sustauthility. safety, and comfort of the
Centre.
Income S¢ream$
Room Hlre remains the primary sour¢c of unrestricted income, contributing
£47,955.76 (nel of r¢fun&8), reflecting strong community engagement and utilisation
of our facilitics.
Grants totalled £IOSJ89, including support for Housing Support and HAF
programmes, which continue io underpin much of our operational capacity.
Reslrieted Income for the year amounted to £95.00. allocated to specific progrdmme
activities.
Expenditure Pg4tterns
Operatlng Expenditure
Operating expenditure for the year totalled £142,993.22, covering the Centre's d&y-tL￿daY
running costs. These included utilities, maintenance. progrdmme delivery, community shop
operations. equipment Purchases. and supplies. Centre running costs remain th¢ largest area
of expenditure, reflecting th¢ breadth of services and activitTes delivered throughout the year.
Professfftonal F¢es amountcd to £776.60, and Housing Support payments totallcd £30,0110.
demonstrating our continued commitment lo targeted community assistance.

Capital Expendlture
Capital exE*nthture for thc year totalled £38,109.20, relating to the installation of new
eating and air-conditioning units and other essential improvements.
These investments do not forni part of operating expenditure and are the primary reason the
Centre recorded a Det deficit for the year.
Refunds and AdjMskn¢nts
Room hire refijnds w¢te correctly dducted from income, and refunds against running ¢osts
reduced overall expenditure. improving trdnsparency and accuracy in r¢porting.
Update on Regular Groups
Our regular groups have resumed activitie5 with notsble participation from Good
Companions, Sons of Rest, the Thursday Luncbeon Club, and Monday & Wednesday Bingo
sessions. Church groups, R¢volution Dance, and thc NFIS continue to collaborate with us.
supporting schiK)I children and generating substantial incom¢ through their bookings.
However, we have faced a decline in bookings due to increased caretsking costs, especially
for evepts involving alcohol. As a result, we are considering raising n)om hire rates to help
with nll)ning costs.
Community Engagement and Training
We have invested in professional development for our volunteers. including training in first
ai(L food hygi¢n¢, manual handling, and fire marshalling. These efforts are crucial for
ensuring the well-being of our conllnunity and maintaining high stalldards of service.
New Activities and Programmes
Our efforts to attract new participants have been successful. with increased b(M)kings for
Karate, Taekwondo. boot camp, and boxercise classes. Weekend lettings have also risen
dramatically. Our ¢￿p10ydbILlty courses continue to provid¢ valuable skills and opportimities
for participallts.
Youth and Community Events
We have actively run prograTnmes for young children, such as the YES and Youth
Programmes. Recent events, including the King's Coronation celebration and an Easter Disco
for children, were well received by the community.
Looking Ahead
We are exploring additional grdnts and fimding OPWTtunities to suslain our operations and
continue S¢Tving the community. Plans includc reinststing morc community events and
reinforcing our role as a cornerstone of the neighbourhwL rdther than just a venue for hire.

Gratitude
Wc cxtcnd our heartfelt gratitude to all volunteers, members, and supporters who have
contributed to the Centre's resilience and growth durillg these challcnging times.
A. Blakewa
Chairperson
G Marston
Vice Chair

Low Hill Communlty AssoGlation
Trustees Annual Reports and Accounts
01 April2024- 31 March 2025
TOTAL £
INCOME
SaleslRooffl Hlre
Refund- Roorn Hire
Subtotsl.. Sak￿RooM Hwe
Grants
Grants- HQ¥u￿￿ Support
Interest Earned
Communlty Shop Receipts
Re5trf¢ted Inwrne
50.055.76
2,1(K).(KJ
47JSS.76
75,889 LKI
30.fLKb.LX)
14,737.56
95.
Total Income
168.677.32
168.677.32
EXPENDITURE
Centre Expense
CentfÈ Acts￿lieS
Refund-centre ExFeDselActl￿lles
Subtotsll¢ntrÈ ExpenselArtfvi¥es
CA Recharges I Servlce Char
es
E4vlpm*nt
Housin
Support Ex
Profe5slonal Fees
Siationary Suppliesl PrfntinB
Repalrs & Maintenance
Community Sho
Expertse
Centre Artlvl Supplles
10,480.
38276.39
2￿61.32
44695.07
24,446.86
6,1Sq.74
30WJ.
776.60
250.29
1,835.91
31,7Cg.46
1,124.29
ense
Total Expendlture
14993.22
Op•r•tlni Net Surplus
.6M
less Ca
Ftal E
ndthrre
Not Mov•m*nt In Funds
CMh Outfiowl
-38109.2
.181092
25.10
StateThnt ol R¢J¢r¥es & Pettycash 3V0312025
Openln8 Balanci
Flxed Deposlt Rele4xd
Net Movement In Funds
Closln8 Balance IC•$h ai B•n*
lo1￿25.22
10,737.31
12.425.10
l(Kl.137.43
(￿h & Bank Balances atJilO312025
Main Current Account
Flxed Deposit Released
Other Unrestrirted Cash Reserves
Petty Cash
Total aoslw Cash
IrKI,137.43
10,737.31
81.998.71
144.81
Submltted
CharDline Dalev- Finance oifKer
Verrfied By..
GerKge Marston. Wicechalr
ntony Blakewty-chair

CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Independent examiner's report on the
accounts
Section A
Independent Examinèfs Report
Report to the trustees
LOW HILL COMMUNrrY ASSOCIATION
On a¢¢ounts for the year
ended
31 March 2025
Charity no
(if anyl
1180033
Sgt out on pages
I rewrt to the trustees on my eXaMina￿n of the accounts of the above
charity (Ihe Trusf) for the year ended 3110312025.
Responslbllltles and
basis of report
As the (*aritYs trustees, you are responsible for Ihe preparation of the
accounts in acc1)rdan￿ wth the requirements of the Charities Act 2011
(Ihe Act.).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's ac(x)unts carried out
under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I
have followed all the applicab￿ Directions given by the Charity Commission
uThYer section 14515)(b) of the Acl.
Independent trhe charity's gross income exceeded £250.OLX) and l am qualffied to
examinerfs statement undertake the examination by being a qualrfied member of linsert name of
awieable listed bodyll. Delete l ] rfnot applicable.
I have completed my examinalion. I cx)nfimi that no material matters have
come lo my attention in connection with the examinalK)n (other than that
disclosed below.) which gr¥es me cause to believe that in. any material
respect:
the act))unting records were not kept in aCcOrdar￿ with section 130
of the Charities A¢ or
the accx)unts did ￿t accord with the accounting records. or
the acwunts did not comply V￿th the applicable requirements
Con￿mIng the fom) and ￿nIent of accounts set out in the Charities
(Accounts and RetK)rts} Regulations 21M)8 olher Ihan any requirement
that the actx)unts give a 'true and fairf view which is nol a matter
(x)nskYered as part of an independent examination.
I have no conc*ms and have (xxne across no other matters in rnnnection
wlh the examination to which attents'on should be drawn in this report in
order lo enable a prO[￿r understanding of the accounts to be reached.
. Please delete the words in the b￿ckets rfthey do not apply.
Signed:
Date:
Name:
Relevant professional
qualification(s) or body
IER
Oct 2018

Ilf any)-
Address:
Section B
Disclosure
Only ￿mPlete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern
{see CC32. Independenl examination of thartty a¢xounts'. dire¢tK)ns and
guid8n(* for examiners).
Glvo hère brlef detslls of
any Itgms thal the
examlnèr wlshes to
dlsclose.
IER
Oct 2018