Charity No. 1189754 TREIVIORE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP TRUST REPORT AND ACCOU YEAR ENDED 5 RIL 2024 CHARTERED ACCOUNTANrs 9 TREGARNE TERRACE ST AusfELL
TREMORE CHIUSTL4N FELLOWSHIP TRusr INDEPENDEiwf EXAMINERS, REPORT I report to the trustees on my eXamItion of the accounts of Tremore Christian Fellowship Tn (the Charity) for the year ended 5 ApTiI 2024. which are set out on pages 5 - 7. This report is made solely to the Charitys trustees. as a body. in accordance with section 154 of the Charities Act 2011. My independent examineffs work has been undertaken so that I might state to the Charitys trustees those matters l am required to state to them in an independent examinerfs report and for no other purpose. To the hjllest extent pennitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Charity. the charis mernbers as a body and the Charitys tteeS for my independent examinerfs worK for this report, or for the opinion5 1 have fornied. Responsibilitles and bas18 of report As the charity trustees of the Charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (the Acrf). I repor[ in respect of my examination of the Charitys accounts canied out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrylng Out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under secuon 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent eMiner'S Statement I have completed my examination. I can confinn that no material matters have come to my attention in connectlon with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: accounting records were not kept in respect of the Charity as required by secuon 130 of the Act; or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters In connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Date: . OÈ. 2oW Ian Chalmers FCA 9 Tregarne Terrace ST AUSTELL Cornwall PL25 4DD
TREMORE CHiusfiAN FELLOWSHIP TRUST TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE ENDED 5 APRIL 2024 BACKGROUND The Charity owns nearly three acres of latld in a nwaI are& On this land 1$ situated Tremore Manor and TTemor¢ Hall, known as Tr¢more "Church Hall" once also the site of a smaIl independent school founded by the then owners of Tremore Manor. The Manor house is a Grade Il listed building which came into the possession of the charity (then unincorporated number 282966) in 2018. under the tenns of the previous owner's will. It W&8 in need of extensive renovation. Much has been done. using funds bequeathed in thc sam¢ will and those from previous legacies. Thcre hav¢ been many unexpwt¢d expenses, such as asb¢stos removal and the installation of new drain5 and a sewage treatment plant. OWECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES The objectives and activities of the Charity are to advance the Christian faith for the benefit of the public according to the Statement of Faith appearing in the schedule to its constitution document, in such ways and tn such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees from time to time may think fit. The trustees have regard lo th¢ guidance published by the CharÉty Commissioners on public benefit. as required in Section 17 of the Charities Act 2011. They consider the work of the Charity and the use of resources lo be beneficial to a wide section of society, both in the United Kingdom and in other countries. The tnTStees unanimously aee to continu¢ to SUPPK)rt, as funds allow, those projects with which the unincorporated charity no. 282966 had regular contact and to respond to special needs as th¢y arise. STATUS OF CHAIUTY The Charity is a Charity knwrporated Organisation reSter on 2 June 2020. Its constitution was officially adopted by the then trustees of the Charity at their inaugural meeting on 15 June 2020. The Charity number is 1189754. STRUCTURE OF THE CHARITY TRUSTEES Trustees who served during the year were:. Mr David Frederick Oliver (resigned as chair and thtee. 20 November 2023) Miss Susan Pernet (Secretaryllreasurer) Ms Laura Rimmer (resigned 15 January 2024) Mr Stephen Roy Taylor (resigned 15 January 2024) Mrs Brenda Taylor (appointed 17 January 2024) Mrs Christine Margaret True Mr John Edward Buttetworth (appointed 15 January 2024) Mrs Julie Chesterton Butterworth (appointed 15 January 2024) Mr David Lyndon Arnistrong Rust (appointed 7 August 2023, appointed chair 20 November 2023) Mrs Rachel Rust (appointed 7 August 2023) Mr David Oliver and Mr Roy Taylor stepped down because of health issues. Ms Laura Rirnmers's position bwame untenable when she disagrced with all the other trustees on a fundamental bibli1 understanding and was promoting her belief through social medi New trustees can be appointed by the existing tnLStees using the provisions of the governing document, the constitution.
TREMORE CHRtSTL4N FELLOWSHIP TRUST TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5 APRIL 2024 The trustees have held regular meetings AClllEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCEIPLANS FOR THE FirruRE The trustees look forward to seeing Tr¢moTe Manor restor¢d an(t with the Hall premises, becoming once again a vibrant centre of Christian activity (as it once was when privately owned). Having a large house modemised and comfortable to welcom¢ those in necd of 'tefuge, retreat, healing" in a hom¢ly atmosphere, will be a great asset to the work of the Charity. The vision is becoming clearer as a group of young people, mostly experienc in the work of Youth With A missio are anticipating moving in this summcr, 2024. living together as a Christian community, having "a rhythm of prayer and worship" and giving practical and spiritual help in the neighbouThood and beyond They will also help forward the renovation work of the house, while paying to the charity a low rent. The five renovated bedrooms have been used tnlerniitt¢ntly during the year. Two single people have lived at the house on a "licence to stay" basis for much of the year. Others have come for short stays. The trustees aIlowed a mother with a young child to slay for five nights, when it became apparent that sh¢ w&s a victim of domestic abuse. This emergency arrangement was understood by SociaI Services who monitored the situation. Emergency accommodation was also provided for a family forced to move out of thcir flooded home. This was for ten days, until another arrangement could be made with their insurance company. A two-day course, "Gardening God's Way". took place at the beginning of November 2023. The Church HaIl premises have Continued to be used by various Christian groups during the year, Tren]ore's location in the very centr¢ of the county of CornwaIl is an asset. 'The Gathering" is a regular meeting on Saturdays for an informal time of worship, prayer, deep Bible study and general encouragement of individuals facing difficulties and chall¢nges of life. Some participants travel long distances lo attend, from Devon and from West Cornwall. Sometimes there are invited speakers. Often there is a bring-and-share meal afterwards. A regular meeting on a Tuesday is focused on prayer. The trustees are entirely supportive of these meetings. During the y¢ar, four or five families have used the Hall and grounds for a time of learning together, fi and sharing a picnic on wanner days. Parents have Organis this and supervised it. There h&8 been more unexpected expense, with the repatr and partial rebuild of a long length of listed garden wall, some l O feet high, amounting to a cost of £12.081. This has inhibited further spcnding on the restoration work on the hotLse. However, a donation designated for the cary)eting of landings and stairs, and this work has now been done. Smoke alarn and emergency lighting have also been installed. Th¢ exterior of the Hall building was redecorat and repaired during the year, with funds supplied by those attendin8 the Gathering meetings. FINANCIAL REVIEW In the year to 5 April 2024. Tretnore Christian Fellowship had net payments of £2,994, (2023: net payments of £21,182). Total receipts w¢re £39,267 mainIy from gifts and donations. Total payments w¢re £42,201 mainly due to repair costs rasulting from on going maintenance of the Manor and garden wall. At 5 April 2024, the Charity held total cash balances of £24,977 (2023: £27,971).
TREMORE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP TRUST TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT cowriNUED FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5 APRIL 2024 FINANCIAL REVIEW conlinued The appointment of a raiser For one year, from August 2022, yielded only £1.500 in grants and the expense of £3.248 in his fees. There have been sotne generous donations. An offering at one of The Gathering meetings raised £3,371 and £8.000 was donated to the Trust just before the end of the financial year. The practical help antiapated when the house is home to a community will reduce the amount of fijnds needed to complete the restoration worL That work is not easy to quantify. Structuraj work awaits further invesugation. A sealed area of roof space still contains some asbestos. The trustees want this to be removed as soon as fijnds allow. Running costs for the house will be reduced when the communiry covers the cost of future urility bills and couniil taL RiSK AND RESERVLS The rneeS have assessed the major risks to which this Charity is exposed relating to its operations and finances and are satisfied that under the present System in place there is no significant exposure. The trustees have also considered the level of free reserves that should be maintained and considers that, given the nature of the CharitYs worl the level should be at least one month ongoing expenditure. The trustees dedare that they have approved the trustees, rep)rt above. Slgned on behalf of the board Date: Mr David Lyndon ArntrOng Rust Chairnian of Trustees 701?/>
TREMORE CHRIsfL4N FELLOWSHIP TRU RECEIIryS AND PAYMENTS ACCOU FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5 APRIL 20 2024 2023 RECEIIryS Unrestrictedfynds Gifts and donation5 Bank interest Investment income Wayleave Other incorne Fundraising grant House contributions 21,109 54 14,949 50 337 51 1.735 500 51 73 1.000 Restrictedfynds Gifts received for deSirea uses 39,267 17.622 A88ets and Investment sales Receipts from sale of investTnenrs TOTAL RECEIIryS 39,267 PAYMENTS Unrestrictedfynd5 Council tax and business rates Water charges Light and heat Repairs and renewals Printing and stationery Telephone Gifts - Christian Work Home & Overseas Bank clLarges Accountancy Insurance Consultancy fees 3,630 1,666 5,465 19,220 3.467 2,078 2,987 24.109 65 364 563 77 570 2,191 2,338 340 65 360 2,465 910 Re5trictedfynd5 Payments of funds reived for designated uses 7,540 42 261) (38 809) RECE[PTS/(PAYMEIS) FOR THE YEAR 12.994) (21,182) 24.977 27,971
TREMORE CHIUSTtAN FEIIOWSHIP TRusr STATEME OF ASSETS AND LIABILrriES AS AT 5 APRIL 2024 UNRESTRicfED FUNDS Notes 2024 2023 CASH FUNDS Bank balances Cash in hand 24,973 27.912 59 24,977 27.971 TOTAL a4SH FUNDS 27,971 ASSETS RETAINED FOR THE CHARrrY's OWN USE Fixed assets 599,441 599,Hl The accounts were approved by the Trustees on.... .... . and signed on their behalf by: Trustee
TREMORE CHIUSTL4N FEILOWSHIP TRUST NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5 APRIL 2024 I FIXED ASSETS Freehold ro fittings & Computer Total At 5 April 2023 and at S April 2024 582,293 16.345 803 599,441 Included in freehold properry is £525.lJ)O. which relates to a propety bequeathed to the charity durfng the year ended 5 April 2018. This was the value of the properry at the date of the gift. 2 RELATED PARTY TRANSAcfioNS AND TRusfEES REMUNERATION The Trustees received no remuneration and there were no related party transactions during the year.