Trustees. Annual Report for the period Period start date Period end date Year Year From Section A Reference and administration details Charity name 100 Bomb Group Memorial Museum Other names charity is known by Registered charity number lif any) 1190624 Charity's principal address Common Road, Dickleburgh, Diss, Norfolk Posl¢odo IP214PH Nam08 of tho Charfty trustees who manage the ¢harity Oate8 aeied if not for wholo ear Tru•t•o nam• Offi¢e Ilf ¥nyl Name of pBr80n lor body) entitlod oint tru8ts8 ifan Oebra Hubbard Ronald Batley Richard Gibson Adrian Poole Curator Treasurer Sophie Gemma Richard Tallent Peter Holland Resigned 5 Nov 2023 ResKJned 30 Dec 2023 Reg Wilson Chair Appointed 5 Nov 2023 Truslees 10 11 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 rf not for whole ear TAR June 2024 Names and addresses of advisers (Optional inforniation) e of adviser Name Address Regional Museums Mr Jamie Everitt Shirehall, Market Avenue. Norwich NR13JQ Development Manager Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional infomiation) Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Description of the charity's trusts Constitution Type of governing document dee How Ihe charrty is conslrtuted leg. trust, ass I Ilion, compan, charitab￿ Incorporated Organisalion I'CIO") Trustee selection methods leg. appoinTea Dy, eieclea D'i I Appointed by Committee of Trustees l Election of Members Additional governance i88ue8 (Optional infomlationl The organisalional structure comprises the Trustees Committee, a wider management structure including Member Volunteers wrth allocated areas of responsibilrty, and a Membership network including other UK members, US members and occasional European members. The Trustees have decided to end the Membership network al the end of 2024. You may choose lo include additional information, where relevant, about.. policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees., the charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the chanty works., relationship with any related parties., Iruslees, consideration of major risks and the system and procedures lo manage them. For Tnjstees and Member Volunteers. training is by induction, on-the-job supervision throughout a >month probation per￿, re￿vant courses and individual assessment. The Trustees keep Ihe assessmenl of risks under review at their quarterly commitiee meetings. Advice is sought as appropriate from the Insurer, Insurance Broker, the charty's professional advisers and other statutory bodies. There are no related parties. Section C Ob"ectives and activities The objects of the organisalion are to advance the education and research of the public by maintaining and developing a museum and memorial for the exhibition and preservation of aircraft, aeronautical objects and infomation related to those associated with the 1 Oolh Bomb Group based al Thorpe Abbotts circa 194345. Summary of th¢ obj¢¢ts ofth¢ charity set out in its governing document TAR June 2024 The museum continues to be well known and respected in its field, and it currently holds "Accredited Museum" status. The Trustees confimi that in maintaining and developing the museum and memorial. they have had regard to the Charity Commission's guidan¢e on publi¢ benefit: Access to the museum The museum continued its norrnal policy of opening on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays (from March to October), and Wednesdays between May and September. In addition, where specialty requested, the Trustees opened the museum on certain "closed" days to welcome pre-booked organised tour groups and veterans, family members. All visitors to the museum continue lo enjoy free admission. Governance Trustee meetings were held during the year on a regular basis to conduct the Charty's normal business and to consider and make decisions on significant issues arising. The management team continued to manage the day-tTrday upkeep and maintenance of the museum going forward. Volunteers The Trustees have taken steps to attract new volunteers to cope with the expected increase in vi$ilor numbers during 2024. As in previous years, the Trustees are also indebted lo members of the 1 OOARW, RAF Mildenhall. who readily gave up their lime lo come and assist the Trustees and volunteers on Several open days. Summary of the main activities undertaken for the publi¢ benefit in relation to these objects {include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commi88lon on publ1¢ benefiti Training The Trustees have updated the Volunteers Handbook to provide guidance lo both new and existing volunteers on the processes in place to run and maintain the museum. An Induclion Day was held early in the year to familiarise new volunteers. prior to the 2023 open season, with what was expected of them on open days and other visrtor days. A similar day has been held in 2024. Security The Trustees continue to update the securlty equipment, enabling 24- hour remote monitoring of the sile. During open d8ys, key exhibits have a Volunteer nearby al all limes. Health and Safety Fire safety and electrical safety checks have been carried out to timetable on a rolling basis. Separale monitored fire alami systems have been installed in two key buildings of the museum, at considerable expense, to increase fire safety and lo protect valuable exhibits. Exhibits A number of exhibits have been refreshed, updated or acquired. The B17 engine previous￿ purchased from Ihe US has been painted and fully aSSeM￿ed. Improved visitor experience Towards the end of 2023, the museum invested in a satellite-based broadband and telephone system. This has improved the museum's connectivty and provided visitors wilh more secure and reliable WIFI. During the year. the Trustees decided to proceed with their plan to expand the museum through the erection of one or two new Nissen huts, to hold new exhibits and lo provide additional Offi￿ and storage space. Plannin ermission for the ro ect was received in ea 2024. TAR June 2024 Social Media The Trustees continue to look al ways to improve our social media presence and other ways to communicale with the local community. Additional details of objectivès and activities (Optional information) The charity does not make grants. The Investment Policy of the Truslees is lo maximise income and to enhance the value of funds by sound inveslmenl. The Trustees have collective responsibility for all investment funds held by the charity- The organisation is run entirely by volunteers. The Trustees were pleased lo be able lo show their appreciation of the Volunteers. contribution by their annual Appreciation Event at the end of the 2023 season. You may Choose lo include further statements, where relevant, about.. policy on grantmaking.. policy programme related investment., contribution made by volunteers. TAR June 2024 Section D Achievements and performance Summary of the main achievements of the ¢harity during the year Museum visitors Visrtor numbers were good across Ihe year and began to show an increase towards the end of the season as the release date for Apple's "Masters ofthe Airf TV series. of January 2024, was final￿ announced. As in previous years, the Trustees and volunteers were delighted to welcome several families of veterans who served at the base. Of particular significance was the visit, in late Summer, of a 23-mis5ion veteran pilot, John Luckadoo. who fulfilled a wish to visit Thorpe Abbolts On￿ mNe wlih his famity, at the age of 102. Third party events The museum has not taken part in any events organised by third parties. During the year, a number of TTuslees and volunteers travelled to the 2023 100 Bomb Group Reunion. held at the National Museum of the Mighty 81h Air Force in Savannah, Georgia, in the US. During the visit, they made new friends as well as renewing old friendships, and were able to encourage visits to Thorpe Abbotts by a number of those attending. Evènts at the museum The museum has not hosted any events in Ihe 2023 season, other than the (￿as1onal visit for the day of 100ARW servicemen & servicewomen, and their familieslpartners. Membership Membership cmtinued to hold steady. All members received a copy of the museum's four4nonlhty newsleller. highlighting events at the museum and interesting articles about the activities of the 100, Bomb Group during its lime al Thorpe Abbotts. As reported above, the Trustees have decided lo bring the Membership Syslem lo a close at Ihe end of 2024. TAR June 2024 Section E Financial review The charity's policy, as agreed by the Trustees, is to build up and retain sufficient reserves to ensure. as far as possible, the future existence of the museum. Where considered necessary or beneficial to the visitor experien￿, reserves are drawn on lo maintain and improve the fabric and appearance of the museum buildings, displays and exhibits. Brief ststement of the charity's policy on reserrfes Detsils of any funds materially in deficit There are no funds in deficit. Further financial review details (Optional inforniationl The charity's principal sources of funds are the sale of merchandise and refreshments, donations, interest on investments and membership subscriptions. You may choose lo include additional information, where relevant about". the charity's principal sources of funds {including any fundraisingl., how expendrture has supported the key objectives of the charity., investment policy and objective5 including any ethical inveslmenl policy adopted. The major items of expenditure comprise the PUTchase of merchandise and refreshments, insurance, museum maintenance and electricity, all necessary to keep the museum running and in good condition. The Trustees do nol have an ethical policy of investment but as described eartier, lake great care in managing the charity's investment funds. Section F Other optional information The Trustees have regard for the anticipated increase in interest in the museum's history, and the consequent rise in visitors, that is expected to follow the imminent release of a major TV wartime drama senes focusing on Ihe USAAF 8° Force bombing campaign over Europe in 194345. They continue lo plan for possible ways in which the museum can be expanded to accommodate the likely increase. Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Slgnature{sl Full name{sl Position {eg Secretary. Chair. etc) Adrian Poole Treasurer Date 16/09/2024 TAR June 2024 ## **Independent examiner's report on the accounts** ## **Section A Independent Examiner�s Report** **Report to the trustees/** Charity Name **members of** 100[th] Bomb Group Memorial Museum CIO **On accounts for the year** 31/12/202 **Charity no** 1190624 **ended (if any) Set out on pages** 1 and (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets) **Respective** The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. **responsibilities of** The charity�s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year **trustees and examiner** under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to: - examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, - to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. **Basis of independent** My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given **examiner�s statement** by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a �true and fair� view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. **Independent** In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention **examiner's statement** (other than that disclosed below *) 1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements: - to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and - to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act - have not been met; or 2. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. - _Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply._ **Signed: Date: Name:** ANTHONY JAMES BRICE **Relevant professional** FCCA **qualification(s) or body (if any):** 1 **March 2012** **IER** |**Address:**|10, The Thoroughfare| |---|---| ||Harleston, Norfolk| ||IP20 9AX| |**Section B**
**Disclosure**|| Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material problems. **March 2012** **IER** ## **Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose** . The total gross income shown for the 15 month period ending 31/12/22 was £450,010 but this includes the transfer of £377,641 from the previous charity bank accounts on the incorporation of the charity to a CIO. The actual gross income received from outside the charity is below the £250,000 annual threshold for accruals accounts hence receipts and payments accounts are presented by the trustees. **March 2012** **IER** CHIRrty , 111 A Recei and ments accou CC16a T¥ Section A Receipts and payments Unr•stncled Réstrictéd Endo*m•nt Total funds Al R•¢è 2&iJl Oon&W5 )7￿)1 14Pi r&ss Income 81517 •v &703 IJA17 ltythR*nl4lt4h*rSi¢ur 7.$7• Pmlin Etyw*nl J.M¥ s,ooJ Sub tolJl A4*A¥•t4nd InY••tm•ni Sub t￿*1 P44tofrnedpT¥payrn•ntsJ AD Tran•f•rB b•iwq•n lund A8 fundi C•$h funds Ihl8y••ren JTIDIO Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end ol the period Uilf••ln¢t•d Endtswm•nt fund• 81 C•$h fvnds liuiz ¢wih JT1016 u￿ruInE1•d luffld R•Jthrt•d runo Endowmqnt funds B2 Oth•r monAlary 84Assets retsined for chartfv's Dwn BS Llab4N6B6 by Dale al1h￿