Trustees’ annual report (including Directors’ report) for the period
From: 01/10/2023 To: 30/09/2024
Charity name: Kibblesworth & Lamesley Community Sports Club
Charity registration number: 1188186
Company number:
Objectives and activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | We aim to provide the means for the people of Kibblesworth and surrounding areas to participate in healthy recreation in order to support mental and physical wellbeing. The facilities are valuable local amenities given that Kibblesworth is not well served with public transport services. |
| 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. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
We maintain the bowling green to a high standard and it is free to use by all members of the local community. We provide the equipment needed to play bowls. Fun days and bowling tournaments are organised, these events are open to all although there is an entry fee for tournaments. We also host dedicated sessions for those with complex learning difficulties. The bowling green is home to Kibblesworth Bowling Club, fees paid by members of the club make up the majority of the annual running costs. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | Trustees provided with copies of the guidance notes. Regular trustee meetings take place to discuss issues/concerns that arise. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making
Policy on social investment Para 1.38 including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and performance
| 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. |
Para 1.20 | The bowling green was once again open for the entire bowling season and maintained to the high standard we have come to expect due to the commitment and dedication of our volunteers. In 2023 we hosted members of the Phoenix project, a support organisation for those with complex learning difficulties; we had the privilege of supporting this group again this year. This year we were better equipped to offer this support, in particular due to acquiring a wheelchair and improving the access ramp to the facility. |
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Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | Uneven surface on the access ramp has been repaired and a hazardous set of steps removed. |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | We altered our fee structure in order to make it more attractive for new bowlers. A lower membership fee augmented by a pay-as- you-play subscription has resulted in a further increase in membership but also to an overall increase in membership monies compared to the previous year. The purchase of new mowers means that we can be confident in our capability to maintain |
the green for many years to come (previous mower being end of life). Having 2 good mowers means that multiple volunteers can now help with grass cutting, reducing the overall time and effort required. Para 1.41 Investment performance against objectives Other
Financial review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The charity holds £20376 at the end of September 2024. These funds are designated to be spent on additional improvements to the surrounding path and to further improve access to the bowling green. We plan to upgrade the perimeter of the green to remove a strip of grass to deliver two main benefits: improve safety for volunteers maintaining the area surrounding the bowling green; reduce overall maintenance costs and effort by making it harder for weeds to spread to the playing surface. Funds are also designated to purchase indoor carpet bowling equipment. This will allow us to offer some service to the local community throughout winter by hosting bowling sessions in local community centres. Additionally, this equipment will make it easier for us to engage with local schools. As part of this endeavour, we have designated finds to allow volunteers to become certified coaches. |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Money held so that we have the ability to respond to any issues that could lead to the playing surfaces becoming unplayable. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £1000 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | None |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the |
Para 1.23 | None |
charity continuing as a going concern
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | This year has saw a massive boost in our income. Grants totalling £30834 were received. Local fundraising resulted in over £8500 being donated locally, in recognition of the value that the bowling green brings to the village and surrounding areas. |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | None |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | We have wide local support for the work we do and the service that we provide. As we grow, we will require additional storage space for the equipment. Major risks associated with safety (trip hazards) and ability to maintain the green have been mitigated by either work done, or work planned for the winter of 24-25. A major disadvantage of the facility is a lack of shelter; as the number of people using the green increases, we do not want to see them being discouraged by having nowhere to take shelter when there is a passing shower of rain, for example. |
| Other |
Structure, governance and management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document: for example,trust deed, memorandum and articles of association etc |
Para 1.25 | Constitution available to all members |
| How is the charity constituted? for example limited company, unincorporated association, CIO |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | Trustees are nominated and elected at the annual meeting. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | We collaborate with local schools and medical groups in order to promote the game of bowls and to encourage participation in healthy outdoor recreation. |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | |
| Other |
Reference and administrative details
| Charity name | Kibblesworth and Lamesley Community Sports Club |
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| Other name the charity uses | Kibblesworth Bowling Club |
| Registered charity number | 1188186 |
| Charity’s principal address | Welfare Park, Kibblesworth, Gateshead |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| William Trimble | Chairman | Club Members | ||
| Ronnie Charters | Club Members | |||
| Phil Jefferies | Club Members | |||
| Peter Martin | Elected April 2024 | Club Members | ||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name None
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
| Trustee name | **Dates acted if not for whole year ** |
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| None | |
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
| Description of the assets held in this capacity |
none |
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| Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this |
falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (optional information)
| Names and addresses of advisers (optional information) | Names and addresses of advisers (optional information) | Names and addresses of advisers (optional information) |
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| Type of adviser Name Address |
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| Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (optional information) | ||
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
N/A
Other optional information
none
Declarations
The company has taken advantage of the small companies’ exemption in preparing the report above.
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report (including directors’ report) above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees/directors
Signature(s) Full name(s) William Trimble Position (for example Chairman Secretary, Chair, etc) Date 10 April 2025
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