SOBERTON VILLAGE HALL – LOOKING FORWARD
Last year was a very positive year for the Hall, becoming busier as the year progressed.
For those that may be new to Soberton and Newtown, Soberton Village Hall is run as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) with the objective that the hall is there for ‘the benefit of the village’. This means that it is available for local clubs, private events and for organisations that provide enjoyment/ education for the community.
Over the past year the Table Tennis Group, Bridge Club, Soberton Players, and pilates groups have successfully used the hall on a weekly basis. We have also had many hirers taking advantage of our facilities for weddings, parties, school events, social events, dance and music practice and lately, young children’s parties.
We have sadly lost the dance school, which closed at the end of last year. This has resulted in availability on a Tuesday (all day) for a new, regular booking. This is also a loss for the village as there are so few local activities for young people.
The CIO defines the objectives and structure of the Hall and provides legal and financial protection for the small committee of Trustees that manage the hall.
During the last year the committee has invested in a large drop-down fixed screen and projector for the use of hirers. Lighting has been improved in the main hall and the entrance has been decorated. We are also looking to future proof the hall and are investigating alternative energy sources to help with our increasing fuel bills.
We would be very interested in hearing from any residents who may wish to start up a new group or who are interested in learning more about becoming a Trustee.
Further information is available on our website: www.sobertonvillagehall.co.uk
Contact at: sobertonvillagehall@googlemail.com
Soberton Village Hall Charity Number 1184016 Financial Statement For Year Ending 31st December 2024
| Year Ending December | Year Ending December | |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2024 | |
| Hall Revenue Account | ||
| £14,432.50 | Hiring Receipts | £16,203.00 |
| £1,105.06 | Other Income | £4,212.30 |
| £15,537.56 | Total Income | £20,415.30 |
| £16,277.09 | Total Expenditure | £20,149.16 |
| Surplus\Deficit for Year (Hall Revenue Account | ||
| -£739.53 | Expenditure vs Total Income) | £266.14 |
| Account Balances at 31 December | ||
| £47,791.34 | SV Current Account | £47,266.15 |
| £25,000.00 | High Interest Account | £25,000.00 |
| Interest | £852.33 | |
| £125.00 | Cash in Hand | £64.00 |
| £72,916.34 | Total of Funds | £73,182.48 |