Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts.
Barton Road Centre is open to the public every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday to deliver a number of sessions and activities which serve to meet the purposes of the organisation.
Since 2022 the Centre also runs a community cafe - ‘The Milk Kit Cafe’ which is run by volunteers. Groups include ‘Play Cafe’ aimed at pre-school children and babies two mornings a week; National Lottery funded Little Tornadoes Group which is aimed at pre-school children one morning a week; Crafternoons which is aimed at people who enjoy craft activities; ‘ Games Afternoon’ which was set up to combat loneliness and provide a meaningful space for people to come to keep warm; Thursday Coffee Group for people over 55; Gardening Group. The Centre also runs its own Community Choir which performs regularly at community concerts and in old people’s homes across the district. In November 2024 the Choir was voted the People’s Choice Choir of Lancashire.
The Centre is also open to a range of fee-paying groups which broadly meet the purposes of the charity. These range from table tennis groups, art groups, fitness groups and battle re- enactment groups. In total, the Centre has a weekly footfall of over 350 people, mainly from within a 2 mile radius of the centre.
Contribution made by volunteers
The charity comprises 10 community volunteers who undertake duties such as cafe staff, gardeners, window cleaners and group facilitators.
Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity ’ s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole.
The trustees believe that the centre achieves its broad aims to serve the people of South Lancaster and in-so-doing, improve people’s health and wellbeing. This is achieved through the provision of a range of activities which are tailored to suit many. Social isolation is combated through the provision of a community cafe . The experience of selling tea and cake and chatting is vitally important to building relationships and trust. The cafe runs alongside a diverse range of groups which target special interests and a range of ages - from babies and toddlers through to elderly people. Mental wellbeing is addressed through the community choir but we also offer table tennis provision which is very popular and serves to improve people’s physical health. People generally leave Barton Road Centre feeling better than when they arrived.
The function of our the majority of our groups is similar: There are no fees for our groups (with the exception of Choir and Coffee Group), but people are encouraged to come and participate in groups and, if they can afford a piece of cake to help the centre’s running costs, then all is well! If they cannot, it is no problem either. We are providing spaces where people can feel in control of what they do in a very friendly, supportive environment.
Balance Sheet
Barton Road Centre
Period Ending 31-MAR-2025
| Current FY at 31-MAR-2025 | Current FY at 31-MAR-2025 | Current FY at 31-MAR-2025 | Prior FY at 31-MAR-2024 | Prior FY at 31-MAR-2024 | Prior FY at 31-MAR-2024 | |
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| ASSETS | ||||||
| SAVINGS AND INVESTMENTS | 126,528.49 | 101,896.52 | ||||
| Cumberland | 45,798.30 | 24,132.64 | ||||
| Saver | 80,730.19 | 77,763.88 | ||||
| FIXED ASSETS | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND | 721.85 | 1,536.24 | ||||
| Cash in Hand | 671.55 | 1,361.96 | ||||
| Float | 50.00 | 50.00 | ||||
| Petty Cash | 0.30 | 124.28 | ||||
| OTHER ASSETS | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| DEBTORS-*DEBTORS | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| TOTAL ASSETS | 127,250.34 | 103,432.76 | ||||
| LIABILITIES | ||||||
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| *CREDITORS | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| TOTAL NET ASSETS @ 31-MAR-2025 | 127,250.34 | 103,432.76 | ||||
| REPRESENTED BY FUNDS | ||||||
| 4th Plinth | -109.50 | -109.50 | ||||
| Art 4 Fun | 108.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Best Cake Oven In The World | 236.49 | 236.49 | ||||
| Committed | 6,048.32 | 7,200.00 | ||||
| Community Choir | 1,725.81 | 2,020.72 | ||||
| Friday Play Cafe | 16,989.29 | 0.00 | ||||
| General Fund | 101,053.43 | 88,482.04 | ||||
| Reflections | 208.50 | 208.50 | ||||
| Table Tennis Rental | 990.00 | 990.00 | ||||
| Choir | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Choir On-line from Lottery Funding | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Cow Shed to Community | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Friday Women | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Good Soup and Games | 0.00 | 2,030.00 | ||||
| Memory Makers | 0.00 | 1,477.03 | ||||
| Projector screen from Lottery Funding | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Recipes Remembered | 0.00 | 897.48 | ||||
| Wind Turbine | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| LONG-TERM LIABILITIES | ||||||
| TOTAL FUNDS BALANCE @ 31-MAR-2025 | 127,250.34 | 103,432.76 | ||||
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BARTON ROAD CENTRE LTD DETAILED INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT 1 ST APRIL 2024 TO 31 ST MARCH 2025
| Profit & Loss Account INCOME Transfer B/w Funds Grants Room Hire/Rent Kitchens Centre Groups Events Equipment Fees/Subscriptions Crafts Paid in Donations Managed Group Funds Bank Interest Travel Total Income Cost of Services Transfer B/w Funds Wages Room Hire/Rent Kitchens Centre Groups Crafts Events Equipment Fees/Subscriptions Travel Stationery & Consumables Donations Pension Tax Mobile Phones Managed Groups Bank Charges Printing & Postage Funding Total Expenses Profit /(Loss) for the year |
Profit & Loss Account INCOME Transfer B/w Funds Grants Room Hire/Rent Kitchens Centre Groups Events Equipment Fees/Subscriptions Crafts Paid in Donations Managed Group Funds Bank Interest Travel Total Income Cost of Services Transfer B/w Funds Wages Room Hire/Rent Kitchens Centre Groups Crafts Events Equipment Fees/Subscriptions Travel Stationery & Consumables Donations Pension Tax Mobile Phones Managed Groups Bank Charges Printing & Postage Funding Total Expenses Profit /(Loss) for the year |
Profit & Loss Account INCOME Transfer B/w Funds Grants Room Hire/Rent Kitchens Centre Groups Events Equipment Fees/Subscriptions Crafts Paid in Donations Managed Group Funds Bank Interest Travel Total Income Cost of Services Transfer B/w Funds Wages Room Hire/Rent Kitchens Centre Groups Crafts Events Equipment Fees/Subscriptions Travel Stationery & Consumables Donations Pension Tax Mobile Phones Managed Groups Bank Charges Printing & Postage Funding Total Expenses Profit /(Loss) for the year |
2024-25 £ 17,500 18,087 15,413 0 907 585 0 486 825 3,243 2,368 0 59,414 18,564 100 3,397 0 305 231 3,503 649 0 150 19 1,121 2,829 86 4,237 105 302 0 35,596 23,818 23,818 103,433 127,251 127,251 |
2023-24 £ 350 12,783 15,725 117 2,429 463 6 40 14,866 976 1,912 262 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49,929 | ||||
| 18,131 0 3,566 438 0 1,925 1,355 4,353 125 174 304 1,699 4,078 63 0 99 255 2,000 |
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| 38,564 | ||||
| 11,365 | ||||
| Profit/Loss on theyear(All Funds) | 23,818 | |||
| Balance at start of theperiod | 103,433 | |||
| Balance at end of theperiod | 127,251 | |||
| Carried Forward | £ | 127,251 |
BARTON ROAD CENTRE LTD DETAILED INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT 1 ST APRIL 2024 TO 31 ST MARCH 2025
| Note 1 Unrestricted Funds 2 Restricted Funds 4th Plinth Best Cake Oven In The World Art 4 Fun Committed Community Choir Friday play café Good Soup & Games Memory Makers Recipes Remembered Reflection Table Tennis Rental 3 Funds Cash on hand Cash Working Account Bank Savings Account Bank |
2024-25 2023-24 £ £ 101,054 88,573 -110 -110 236 236 108 0 6,048 7,200 1,726 2,021 16,989 0 0 2,030 0 1,387 0 897 209 209 990 990 |
|---|---|
| 26,197 14,861 |
|
| 722 1,537 45,798 24,133 80,730 77,764 |
|
| 127,251 103,433 |
4 Movement in Funds
23,818
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of
Barton Road Centre Ltd.
Charity No. 1182276
I report on the accounts for the year 1st April 2024 – 31st March 2025
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's 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 examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention
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 charity and a comparison of the accounts presented 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 below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Shweta Pankhadiwala
C/o Lancaster District CVS, The Cornerstone Sulyard Street Lancaster LA1 1PX 17[th] June 2025