Trustees. Annual Report for the period
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Section A
Reference and administration details
Charity name
EDIBLE ROTHERHITHE C.l.O. (the Charlty")
Other names charity Is known by
EDIBLE ROTHERHITHE
Reglstered charlty number lif any)
1187980
Charlty's prlnclpal address
5 GEORGE ELLISTON HOUSE
AVONDALE SQUARE, OLD KENT ROAD
LONDON
Postcode
SE16ET
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
Dates a¢tsd If not for whole
ear
Tru#tè8 n8mè
Offlce Ilf any)
Name of porson lor body) entitl•d
toa
olnt trustee
If an
Robert Jamieson
Chair
Christina Nilsen
Founder
Isabella Adamec
Secretary
Treasurer
Matthew Allgood
Sanira Emon
Volunteer Project
Manager
Volunteer Project
Manager
Hester Medi Buck
Resigned 15 February
2024
10
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
Name
Dates acted if not for whole
ear
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Names and addresses of advlsers Ioptlonal Information)
e of adviser
Name
Address
Name of chlef executive or names of senlor stsff members (Optional Information)
Section B
Structure,
overnance and mana
ement
Descrlptlon of the charlty's trusts
Constitution
Type of governing document
How the charity is consliluted
Charitable Incorporated Organisation
Trustee selection methods
Trustees are appointed by Ihe Constitution to serve fixed terms
Addltlonal governance Issues {Optional information)
Trustees are elected and appointed by agreement of a simple majority of
incumbent Trustees. During the year 2023-2024
You may choose lo include
additional information, where
relevant, gboLrt'.
Hester Buck resigned as a Trustee
policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
Iraining of trustees.,
the charity's organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the charity
works,.
relationship with any related
parties.,
trustees, consideration of
major risks and the system
and procedures lo manage
them.
Sanira Emon renewed her appointment as Trustee for a further Iwo
years to 15 February 2026
Isabella Adamec renewed her appointment as Trustee for a further
four years until 15 February 2028
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Section C
Objectives and activities
(1 > To advance education foT the public benefit of persons livlng in the
London Borough of Southwark in horticulture and arts and crafts in
such ways as the Charity deems fit.
(2> To help young people, especially but not exclusively, through leisure
time aclivilies to develop their capabilities so Ihal Ihey may become
helpful and productive members of Iheir community and wider
society.
Summary of the objects of the
charity set out in its
governlng document
The Charity is a Charitable incorporated organisation (118780). The
Trustees are satisfied Ihat the Charity's work is undertaken with regard lo
th8 Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit.
The year 2023-2024 was a period of further consolidation for the Charity.
During the year ended 31 March 2024 the Charity ran weekly lunchtime
and after school clubs and workshops in food growing. arts and crafts
and gardening for children and young people in Southwark. Throughout
the period 1 April 2023- 31 March 2024 the Charity delivered go clubs
and workshops with 1,038 attendances (excluding 'unique' allendances)
over a period of 174 hours.
As in previous years, the focus of the Charity's delivery behveen April
2023 and March 2024 was at Surrey Square School, London, SE17.
Over the summer months in 2023 the growing spaces al Surrey Square
School were ulilised for holiday growing 8nd art clubs, vital maintenance
work took place, and the Surrey Square hub was used for a CSR
volunteering day for Nespresso. Throughout the year the Charity
continued to develop and support ils offer for all children fiom Early
Years to Year 5.
Summary of the main
activities undertaken for the
publi¢ benefit in relation to
these objects (include within
this se¢tlon the statutory
declaration that trustees have
had regard to the guldance
issued by the Charity
Commission on publlc
benefit)
With the involvement of a new tutor for the autumn term 2023. the
Charity's offer expanded lo include forest school and outdooT learning
principles al Surrey Square. All Clubs run by the Charity are tailored to
the needs of children who attend. both in terms of capability and age. For
example, early years and nursery children are taught healthy eating
principles, make and take home simple salads from vegetables grown,
attend group storytelling sessions, go on trips outside the school to
Walworth Garden and assist in the Nursery garden makeover.
Children in all Years are engaged in indoor growing in the Surrey Square
school polytunnel. During the period, they were taught root systems of
plants and worked on nature-based worksheets. Artistic sessions
included drawing from nature, print making, making signage, decorating
pots, mosaic and collage making, papeT making and making lavender
and tie-dyed bags. The engagement of a tutor with music and art skills
has added an extra dimension lo the Charity's work.
Throughout the period the Charity conducted regular maintenance of the
polytunnel. Planling spaces 8t the school were enhanced. In the summer
of 2023 a number of raised beds were constructed using grant funding
received from Soulhwark Council's Cleaner, Greener, Safer capital
funding programme.
The Charity continues to give free practical advice to community
gardeners on an ad hoc basis.
Through ils connections with local businesses and donations, the Charity
was able to distribute plants, food and arts materials lo children. It also
received via a funder in kind 38 wooden stools. which were distributed
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throughout Surrey Square School.
At the end of the autumn term Team London Bridge donated 45
Christmas gifts for the Early Years cohort of young growers at Surrey
Square School.
Addltional details of objectlves and activities (Optlonal Informalionl
The Charity is entirely run by volunteeTS and has been able to offer a
consistent level of quality and supervision in its clubs due to commitment
from volunteer support of the session lutor.
In supporting Ihe employment ol a tutor trained at Goldsmiths College,
the Charity is proud to be able to offer work experience to its volunteers
and paid tutors for their own portfolios, and as hands-on experience for
their future careers as educators.
The Ch8rily has received commitments for grant funding froTll local
funders and London Borough of Soulhwark forthe year 2024-2025.
The Chaiily Gonlinues to run, with the assistance of volunteers, the
Thought Press Project. This involves 100 printmakers throughoul Ihe UK
donating prints free of charge to Thought Press Project, which are then
sold both online and at street stalls and fairs. Net proceeds raised are
then split with a partner Charity with similar ambitions that deliver in the
London Borough of Southwark.- in 2023 the Charity Partner was Magi
Breakfasl and in 2024 it is Place 2be. This initialive raises between
£3,500-£5,000 per annum.
You may choose to include
further statements, where
relevant, about..
policy on grantmaking-,
policy programme related
investment.,
contribution made by
volunteers.
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Section D
Achievements and performance
After-school clubs and workshops, lunchtlme ¢lubs
As in previous years, activity clubs are the core woik of the Charity. The
Charity has further consolidated its reputation wilhln Southwark and with
its regular funders for being a qualily provider. The Charily's offor has
remained Gonsislent with previous years. The Charity continues to be
Vegetable Advocales for the Food Foundation, members of the 4 in 10
London Child's Poverty Network, Social Farms and Gardens, Old Kent
Road Family Zone and the RHS for Schools Community Garden
Programme.
Summary of the main
achlevements of the charity
durlng the year
Expansion of Reach
The Charity consults informally on allotment 8nd growing projects. The
Early Years and Nursery offer has been consolidated this year, with a
greater variety and depth of engagemenl.
The Charity has worked with several major companies around CSR days
for their staff- most ni)tsble Nespresso, Marks & Spencer and Thames
WateT.
Expanslon of the outdoor learnlng area and sesslon tutoring at
Surrey Square
The Charity maintained and developed its outdoor learning spaGe al
Surrey Square School with the addition raised beds and an enhanced
offer of arts-based learning. This in turn has led to the outdoor learning
being the basis of classroom-based discussion and learning.
Partnerships
Throughout the period the Charity continued to work with Team London
Bridge and Soulhwark Council. despite constraints on funding generally.
Both organisations remain supportive of the Charity's work. The Charity
also enjoys strong relationships with Good Gym Soulhw2rk ènd Hands
on London.
Public Recognition
In April 2024 the children of Surrey Square in our after-$¢hool clubs
achieved Level 1 oflhe RHS School Gardening Awards. The Leve5 1
Award recognises the children's understanding of Ihe Importan￿ of the
environment, food growing, biodiversity and sustainability while
developing lif&skills such as teamwork, resilience and confidence, and
improving physical and mental well-being.
We were delighted that our Founder, Christina Nilsen, was awarded The
Liberty of the Old Metropolitan Borough of caMbe￿ell al The Soulhwark
Civi¢ Awards, Soulhwark Cathedral, on 20 May 2023. The Liberiy Award
celebrates Chrislina's exceptional voluntary contribution to civic and
community life in The London Borough of Soulhwark, of which the work o
the Charity has been a major part. Christina's award was presented by
Past Worshipful Mayor of Southwark, Cllr Sandra Rhule.
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Section E
Financial review
The policy of the Trustees of the Charity is to relain monies in reserve for
use in the event of emergencies or to cover cashflow liabilities resulting
from delays in grant payments, which can occur when grants are
awarded in tranches and reporting 15 required. The Charity's target for
unrestricted reserves remains at £5,000, a figure which il has achieved
throughout the period and beyond.
Brief statement of the
charity's policy on reserves
Detalls of any funds materlally
In deficit
Further financial revlew detalls {Optlonal Snformation)
The Charity has an inlerest-bearing deposit account with the Co-
Operative Bank, which holds ils reseNe funds.
You may choose lo include
additional informalion, where
relevant about..
the charity's princip81
sources of funds (including
any fundraising);
how expenditure has
supported the key objectNes
of the Gharity.,
investment policy and
objectives including any
ethical investment policy
adopted.
Section F
Other optional information
Section G
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees
Slgnaturelsl
Full namels}
Position leg Secretary, Chalr,
etcl
Isabella Adamec
Secretary
Date
29 October 2024
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CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Edlble Rotherhlth8 C.l.O.
1187980
Recei
ts and
ments accounts
CC16a
For the period
from
01.04.2023
31.03.2024
To
Section A Receipts and payments
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Endowment
funds
Total funds
L88t year
to tho nogrest
to tho ne8r•st £
to the neare8t£
to tho neare81£
to Ihp neareit£
A1 Recel ts
Donalions
Glft Aid
Grants
5,732
69
5,732
59
20,800
5,343
e4
9,96S
20,600
tota
ross Inoome
or
AR)
5.791
20.600
26,391
15,392
set an
see table
nvestment sa
es,
to
Total recolpts
26,391
A3Pa
ments
T¢ol$, equipment. materla18, fee8
Organi5alion ￿nnIng costs
Insurance
otficts Costs
V(Aunleer5 expeTr5es
Fundr8isino & m£rketyrvJ co$1$
TranspDrt
Subscription5 & donabon5
Go¥erDan¢e Costs
229
24
12.320
12,549
44
116
808
442
90
io
1,000
204
15,343
13,234
44
89
388
210
25
800
214
90
228
io
1.OOD
284
2.765
34
276
14.390
Sub total
12,578
A4 Asset and Investment
Sub total
2,765
12.578
16,343
14,390
Net of recelpts/(payments)
A5 Transfers between funds
A6 Cash funds last year end
Cash funds this year end
3,026
8,022
11,048
1,002
8,484
11,510
113
8,135
19,645
8.597
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
Unrestrlcted
funds
to ngarest £
Restrocted
fLtnds
to nearest £
Endowment
funds
lo neJre$t £
Categories
Details
B1 Cash funds
Cash al bank
11.510
8,13S
Petly c8$h
Total cash funds
11,510
8,135
I89r￿ WÉn¢*$wtthrec*ipt5￿ paymenL8
ac¢ounUsll O(<
Unmstricted
funds
to noarèst £
oi<
OK
Endowment
funds
to noar8st£
Restricted
funds
Details
Gift Aid due
to nearest£
B2 Other monetary assets
Fund to wh1¢
8S8Ot bolon
Detalls
ost loptlonall
Currènt value
B3 Investment a880ts
Fund to whlch
a8Sèt belon
Detalls
Cost loptlonall
Currentvalue
B4 Assèts retained for the
charity's own use
Fund to which
Amountdu&
Whon duo
Detalls
BS Llablllties
Signed by on8 or Iwo trus1888 on
half of all the trustees
Signature
Dale of
roval
Print Name
MallhewAI ood
MallhewAI
ood
29.6.2024
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Independent examlner's
report on the accounts
Section A
Independent Examiner's Reporl
Report to the trusteesl
members of
Ediblo Flolherhllh8 C.l.O.
On accounls lor th8 ygar
ended
31sI Maroh 2024
Charlty no
any)
1187980
Set out on pages
I r8port lo the trustees on my examlnallon ol the accounts ol the above
charlly I'the Trust") lor the year ended 3110312024.
Respon8lb511tles and As lh8 charily Irusl&os ol the Trust, you ar8 responsible lor the preparallon
basls of report ol the accounls in accordance with the requirements ol the Charities Act
20111"Ihe Aol").
I report in respect ol my 8xamlnalion ol the Trusl's accounts carlied out
under seclion 145 01 Ihe 2011 Act and In carrylng out my examinallon, I
have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charily Commisslon
under section 14515llbl ol Ihe Act.
I have completed my examination. I conllrm Ihal no malerlal mallers have
come lo my allenlion lolher than that dl8¢losed below'l In connection with
the examlnalion whlch glves me cause lo belleve that In, any material
respect..
accounting records were not k8pl In accordance wllh secllon 130 01
the Acl or
the accounts do nol accord with the accounllng record8
Independent
examiner's statement
I have no concerns and havg come acioss no olh8r matters In connecllon
wllh the examinallon to whlch allenllon should be drawn In order lo enable a
proper Ljn
landlng ol Ihg accounts lo be reached.
Pleas8 d
Ih
rds in tho brackgls il they do not apply.
Slgned:
Date:
Name:
Relevant professlonal
qualificationls) or body
(It any)..
Address:
IER
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Sectioii 8
Disclosure
Only COTnplal& 51 the oxarnlner neecls lo highlight matters ol concem18g@ CC32,
Independent èxaminallon ol charlly accounts.. dlreclions arbd guldanco lor
xamln6rsl.
Glve here brl8f delalls of
any Items thal Ihe
examlner wi8h$$ lo
dlsclose.
IER
October 2018