Brough Agricultural Association Annual Report 2023
The general feeling was that the Show went very well under the circumstances. Thanks were due to Tim Davis and Bryan Palphreyman for stepping in on the day.
It was agreed that the p.a. commentary was particularly good, and Dave Prince would write to Libby to pass on the Committee’s appreciation.
Specific issues raised during the discussion:
- Dog stewarding was chaotic at times and was suggested that we appoint a dedicated steward to maintain some control. Paul Thompson suggested someone and agreed to make an approach .
It was suggested that the dog section needed a larger ring, independent of the horse and pony section, with 360 degrees viewing for visitors as it attracted a large audience. It was agreed that the field layout would be reviewed to accommodate this.
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It was agreed that, in future, more seating would be provided throughout the field to enable visitors to rest and for eating.
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The horse and pony section went well, there was an increase in the number of entries. It was agreed to review the entry fees for this .
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Several visitors asked about the sheep shearing, which did not take place. It was agreed that we would ensure this popular event takes place in future years.
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It was suggested that the sound system might play background music when there was no commentary. Dave agreed to speak to the supplier.
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The toilets had no hand washing facilities and were generally considered to be below the standard the committee expects. It was agreed that we would revert to the previous supplier .
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There was some confusion about the vehicle judging and that not all prizes had been awarded. It was agreed that the judge for this section should be properly briefed .
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There had been a complaint about the Co-operative effort award – the winning entry was taller than the other entries and did not fit on a table-
top. The rules were reviewed on the day, and it was determined that there was no height limit for Co-operative effort entries. The Committee confirmed its support for this ruling and agreed that the rules would remain as is .
Brough AgriCUlra1 Society Statt ofknounts 2023 Opening Balances at 1st January 2023 8ardays Community Acctsjnl 8arclays Premium Savings Accwnt 7219.58 13030.41 Total Opening Balance 20249.99 Income 2023 2022 2tr23 2022 Show Day RerRip15 Donation & Spons(ShiP Trade & Craft Stands Competion Entries Membèrs Subscriptions Advertising Fundraising Unclaim8(J pri Mor Grand Draw Bank Interest Misc 6555.34 7236.75 1375.9 982.8 1314 2139.8 956.6 690 445 Show Day & Prize Money Marquee & Toilet Hire etc PA System $030.73 4916.05 3613.2 3278.4 924 598.68 134.88 1100 158 1343.6 485.2 410 350 15.44 134.99 350 1560.5 631.75 715 258 333.9 1043 1076.77 124.05 12.57 683.88 848.05 11(M) 187 1453.2 658.2 410 450 Admin Expenses Secretary & Treasu Fundraisirvj ExFenses Printlng Insurance Drfftations Bank Charge5 Capital Costs Field Rent Sundry Expenses 350 2023 2022 Lo Total Income 14987.79 13769.04 Totd Expenses 15744.26 14199.24 -756.47 430.2 Closing Balances at 31st Decembèr 2023 Bardays Community knunt 8arclay$ Premium Savtng$ ACCTht 6339.r 13154.46 Siwed In¢kpeThJent Examiner.. Name Independent Examiner.. Totsl Closlng Balance 19493.52 Defiiit for 2023 T.47