Annual General Meeting October 2025 Chairman’s Report
Introduction
On behalf of the committee, it is my pleasure to submit this report as part of our AGM. Following our usual format, I will start with a general overview and comment on our membership base, followed by a view of our tools and equipment. I will conclude by taking a look at the way ahead. Please note: our Treasurer will report separately on the health of our finances.
General Overview - the year so far
We started the year with sad news of the passing of Peter Isley. Although Peter had not been an active member of the shed in recent years, I am sure those of you who knew him will remember his knowledge of all things computer orientated and his valuable contributions in that area.
Once again we have had a good and successful year. Our membership remains steady at around 25 having added a few new members and we are now at our upper limit given the space available. To that end we have started a waiting list. Some of the personal projects have been interesting and it was good to see people coming together to help each other. We sometimes joke about how much advice is on offer but it is a key feature of the shed i.e the bringing together of valuable suggestions and experience.
On the tools/equipment front, our technology equipment has enjoyed continued use throughout the year. New for this year we have added a sandblaster cabinet and a drum sander to our inventory, both of which have had extended use. The router table we got last year has been improved with the addition of a number jigs both purchased and made by shed members. We also took the opportunity to replace the radial arm saw with a far better mitre saw. Our thanks go to Dave Brown for not only getting it set up, but also building a bench for it that most of us would be happy to have in our dining rooms let alone our workshops.
As we move into 2026, the committee are looking for members to ‘adopt a machine’. This would involve keeping a regular eye on it, giving it an occasional clean and reporting any problems or faults. We would hope that this could be done once a
month and would share the responsibility.
It has been fairly quiet on the local communities project front but those projects we have carried out stand us in good stead and enhance our reputation within our communities. We completed a refurbishment of the Broughton village bench which was in very bad condition,so many thanks to all those involved in the work. Ramsey Town bench was more interesting as it had to be rebuilt. The two bench ends had been in store since before Covid. Once again all involved did an excellent job to rebuild the bench using recycled materials. Well done all.
Our relationship with our landlord remains very positive and we have supported him with any projects that he has requested throughout this year. Well done to everyone who has helped in this respect.
I would also like to mention the sterling work done by our treasurer, Andy, on the sales front. I sometimes think if any member stands still for too long he would have them up for auction on ebay. Just how successful he has been will be seen when he gives his report.
To Sum up
We remain financially secure and our membership base is strong. Moreover, we continue to be seen as a trusted, reliable local club.
I am sure we can look forward to another successful year ahead. We are a small but vibrant club who enjoy each other's company, welcome advice and experience, try out new skills and enjoy ourselves.
Keith Maynard (Chair)
RAMSHED AGM 3[rd] December 2025
TREASURER’S REPORT
Introduction
Following on from Chairman’s Report by Keith, I aim to provide the Treasurers Report for this AGM that will include certain procedural activities and make reference to our Annual Statement of Account as of April 2025 for 2024-2025.
Statement of Account Previous Financial Year.
The statement of account was E circulated as of April 2025. I do not propose to run through this in detail, however, there are a few hard copies available if any member/new member did not receive an e-copy in April 25 and would like to ask questions.
Bank Account-Summary General.
To date we continue to receive good service since our change to ‘Barclays Community Account’ and it is proposed that we remain with Barclays , we have 2 accounts:
A working Current account for day to day activities
A Savings account to lodge any surplus non-working funds. .
Paid up Membership
Presently we have Qty 28 paid up members on our books.
Current Financial Situation as of 2 Dec 2025
| PettyCash | £13.38 |
|---|---|
| Bank(inc Savings) | £1850.48 |
| Total | £2487.53 |
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Projected Future Outgoings (Budget)
| Potential Rent(set in Savings) | £1200 |
|---|---|
| Electricity(Due Dec) | £450 |
| Total | £1645 |
Present Fund Surplus/Deficit
Based on current Finance/Funds Status minus Projected Outgoings we have a fund surplus ~~/deficit~~ of:
- £842.53
This position, given the potential rent is not presently being enacted, we are still in a very health position of funds. This has been mostly attributable to members hard work in fund raising for Projects , Sales, (example members purchasing or Social Media Selling)and Honesty box etc –
So Far this Financial Year:
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Donations (Mostly From Project Work Carried Out by £515
Shed Members)
Internal Sales of Shed Surplus items to members either £940
donated, replaced/upgraded shed items ,garage
clearances and proper tree wood sales etc
External Sales- Shed Surplus donated or garage and £434
barn clearance items etc .Via Face book Market Place
/EBay externally
Of Particular Note ; From External Donations and £3146
from Picture Framing Business and Great Raveley Barn
a Sum
Including Example sale of 3 x Lathes and Accessories
Honesty Box (from Members Using Shed Materials – £128.31
Timber/Metal , Fasteners etc)
Total £5163.31
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The Committee passes on its thanks for all efforts and generously donated Surplus Tools and Equipment and Fund Raising Projects Donations.
IN AGM YEAR NOTEWORTHY OUTLAY TOOLING :
| Purchase Drum Sander (Carried forward from last AGM Period) |
£1200 |
|---|---|
| Grit Blaster and Filter Unit and a New Compressor |
£631 |
| Purchase Battery Orbital Sander | £120 |
| Purchase new Compound Mitre Saw – Dust Extraction and materials for saw work station |
£1150 |
| New Router Bit Set and Routing Sled | £264 |
| Total Spend | £3365 |
PROCEDURES:
Annual Subscription/ Fee
We are required to discuss the Annual Subscription fee at this AGM . Our present Subs Fee is £50 (was originally voted At E AGM 2021).
This year ,after discussions at Committee meetings, it is NOT proposed to increase or make any changes to this amount for coming year 26-27.
(ANY OBJECTIONS?).
Therefore : Next RAMSHED Subscriptions /.Fees PROPOSED will be payable in January 2026 @ £50.
Andy Wilson
Ramshed Treasurer
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