The REDDITCH LOCAL HISTORY MUSEUM
5 MARKET PLACE REDDITCH-
CHARITY COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT
2021 - 2022
TRUSTEE STATEMENT
Museum started by Three Local Historians.
Derek Coombes, Graham Smith and Peter Harris
to Collect, Record, Restore, Preserve and Exhibit
local artefacts to the people of Redditch and the local area.
Having agreed responsibilities of each of the trustees, the search for suitable
town centre premises began in eamest. Owners of the Kingfisher Centre were
pleased to encourage the trustees to move into one of their vacant Market Place
properties. This offered town centre exposure with reasonable foot fall. Budgets and
fundraising targets over the next few months were reached and surpassed with much
local interest and support being shown. After signing the lease on preferential tern]s,
keys were handed over and a three year tenancy agreement was signed with a move
in date at the end of July 2021. During this time trustees. staff and volunteers were
assessed and seIected to take on vaTiOUS roles. The trustees were extremely ateful to
local tradesmen and business's for taking on most of the work free of charge, thus
saving much of the money previously atnassed to be cariied forward to the following
year. Without the help of Klngfisher general manager Ken Williams, the journey from
inception to opening would have been possible.
Opening day was fixed at 3 November 2021 with an admission chaTge of just
two pounds. A local celebrity, ex-councillor Mrs Pat Witherspoon agreed to officiate.
There were approaching one hundred and fifty guests on the day, and many rnore
cash donations and offers of support.. Shop windows were decorated both with a
Christmas theme plus an Historical content, both receiving complin]ents.
The museum boasts an extremely pleasant room upstairs overlooking the parish
church of St. Stephens and it's grounds. Eating with tables will hold some eighteen
individuals. More can be accommodated with tables removed. Fundraising events
such as afternoon tea and museum visit are planned. A planned program of
During the year the museum has applied for and been awarded three grants,
one from the Lottery, one from the Arts Council and one from the Redditch Borough
Council.
The first half of the Lottery Grant of £17,500 has been paid and work carried
oirt on recording and restoring the Artefacts in conjunction with the Hive at
Worcester. A number of visits having been arranged to them and to ourseIves to both
set up, monitor and progress of the Project, the focus being on Spectrum, which is the
national standard for managÈng archives. Local students have been recruited to assist
on this project in conjLmCtion with the local Redditch college. The work is
progressing well. The second grant of £20,250 from the Arts Council has been
approved and the money forwarded to our bank. This grant is to set up and develop
our proposed Outreach project. This will cover visits to care homes to give talks to
residents and hopefully improve the memory prospects of residents suffering early
stages of Alzheimer etc. and also to give interest to daily life. The museum is also
expected to benefit from their own personal lifetime experiences thus increasing the
knowledge that we have of the town. Local schools are being approached both to give
talks and also to organise visits to the museum to promote interest in the town in
which we live. Or future lies in the hands of those that follow on, so this is hoped to
prornote the longevity of the museum for the next generation. Part of the grant will go
towards setting up a memories project. Here local people and others can be filmed
describing theiT experiences in Redditch in short filnis. This facility is now partially
open showing previously recorder interviews. The new material will enlarge this
facility and suitable volunteers being identified to take on this. The Council grant of
£3,000 has been used to cover start up costs as agreed.
Careful attention to costs has been a priority. The Redditch Borough Council
has agreed to waive the remaining discretionary 200kn of the annual rates thus saving
some £2,000 of fixed cost. Other costs have also been under scrutiny. The accounts
will show that there is sufficient monies to cover 2021-2022 operating expenses. We
are confident that fundraising next year will cover 2022 - 2023 operating expenses.
Graham Srnith gave his intention to resign as tstee from 31° March 2022 and
efforts are now being put in pace to replace him. Graham will manage accounts till
31101122 when Derek Coombes will take over until DC to take over role until
31103122. Derek CcKJmbes has also given his intention to resign as Chairnian due to
the serious nature of his wife's illness. He has however agreed to continue in the
museum as a volunteer and to act as Artefacts Manager, taking Tesponsibility for that
function. A suitable replacement trustee is now being sought. Additional trustees,
Malcolm'Hicks and Aimmy Adagu have agreed to join as trustees, thus bringing us
back up to strength. Additional potential trustees are also being sought, both from
volunteers and from outsRde. Peter Harris to take on role of Chairn]an for 2022 -2023
In conclusion, we are confident that our three year plan for the museum wil
continue as planned.
Peter Harris
Trustee
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CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Trustees, Annual Report for the period
From 1 April 2021 Period start date
To 31st March 2022 Period end date
Charity name: The Redditch Local History Museum
Charity registration number: 1191166
Objectives and Activities
SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document
Para 1.17
To collect, store, preserve and display
artefacts to the general public and others
from a central Reddltch base.
To raise sufficlent fund5 from private and
industrial sponsors to Cover annual
running expenses. To further raise funds
from organised events throughout the
year. To further enhance the profile of the
town of Reddltch and the pride of the
towns people. To encourage the younger
generation to develop Interest in the
soclal herita
Potential donors and sponsors are
constsntly identified for ongoing fund
ralslng. Events held throughout the year
have included an Easter Egg event for
children, Attendance at several outdoor
and indoor displays including the local
Ilbrary. The setting up of a chlldren's
adventure tlmeline tour of the museum.
students participation in Museum
routines by arrangement wlth the local
ollege. Visits by local schools and scout
groups, Group Tuesday afternoon Tea
and Talk sessions to local groups.
Outslde talks to local organlsatlons.
Book si
nln
events.
Trustees have had regards to the
guldance issued by the Charity
Commission on Public Beneflt.
Summary of the main
activities in latiOn to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities. projects or services
identified in the accounts.
Par8 1.17 and
1.19
Slaternent Confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidan
issued by the Charily
Commission on public
benefit
Para 1.18
Additional Information (optsonal)
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choose to include further statements where relevant abjut:
SORP refer8nce
PoliGy on grant making
PaTa 1.38
Policy on social investment
including program related
investment
Para 1.38
Contributron made by
volunteers
Para 1.38
Other
Achievements and Performance
SORP reference
Volunteers encouraged to learn all jobs
and routines within the museum and to
dèvelop positive Contribution to the
museum activities whilst gaining
confidencè and experience when deallng
with the general public. Volunteers
special attributes encouraged and acted
upon where appropriate.
Having visitors from all over the country .
Museum open to members of the public
enquiries as to Family History and
General Knowledge. Outside talks
beneficial to raising the profile and pride
in the town.
Summary ofthe main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity's work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benelits to society as a
whole.
Para 1.20
Additional information (optional
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choose to include further statements where relevant aboLrt:
Achievements against
objectives set
Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising
activities against objedives
set
Para 1.41
Investment performance
against objectives
Para 1.41
Other
Financial Review
Review of the charity's
financial position at the end
of the period
Para 1.21
We confimi that we are solvent and
keeping costs under control and have a
healthy financial Position. Balance Sheet
shows Total Bank funds at end of year as
£46,548 including restricted funds of
£32.000
Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
statin
are held
Amount of reserves held
Reasons for holding zero
reseNes
Delails of fund materially in
deficit
Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern
Para 1.22
RèseNes ld for future agreed spending
on various Grants
Para 1.22
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Par8 1.24
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Para 1,23
With the worsening of Ihe present
economic situation general fundraising
has become noticeably more difficult
requiring fresh approaches. The
extended Covid epidemic and possibility
of further outhreaks hit the museum hard
as a large number of our volunteers with
children at school were unable to give
continuance of volunteer time. The mo
elderl
were also in a hi
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Additional irrformation {optionall
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choose to include further statemenls where relevant about=
Applied grants
Regular giving
Raffles
Afternoon Teas
Retail Sales Promotional Item$lBooks etc
Donations frorn Industry
Donations from Individuals
The charity's principal
SoUrS of funds (induding
any fundraising)
Para 1.47
Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted
F>8ra 1.46
The cessation of the three year lease, the
renevRI terms of which are unknown.
Sirnilarly utility bills are fore¢a$t to rise to
an unprecedented level.
A description of the principal
risks facing the charity
Para 1.46
Other
Structure, Governance and Management
Description of ¢harily's
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trusts".
Type of governing docum8nt
lTrisl deed. ro
oil charter
How is the charity
constituted?
l& g uninLoroorated
8S4OCiAlion ('1()
Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint onè or rnore
trustees
Para 1.25
Museum Constitution
Pala 1.25
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Para 1.25
Twstees appointed by interviews with
roferen¢e lo skills, managernent
potential. experience, and a deslre to
preserve the hlstory and herltage of the
town and people of Redditch. Final
appolntmènt to be agreed by all Trustses
Additional infomiation (optional
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ch¢Jose to include further statements where relevant about..
Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of twstees
Para 1.51
The charity's organisalional
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works
Para 1.51
Relationship with any related
parties
Para 1.51
Other
Reference and Administrative details
Chari
name
Other name the ¢harit
uses
Re
istered charil
number
Charity's principal address
The Redditch Local Histo
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1191166
5 Market Place, Redditch, Worcs B98 8AA
Museum
Namos of the charity trustees who manage the charlty
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Offlee Irf any)
Dat¢$ athd M not for wholg
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Chair
Accounts
Fundraising
Nam¢ of parson lor body) entltl¢d
toa
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Derek Coombes
Graham Smith
Peter Harris
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15
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19
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rate trustees- names of the directors at the date the re
Dlrector nam¢
ortwasa
roved
None
Name of trustees holding tille to property belonging to the charity
Trustee namè
Dot¢$ a¢tod il not formthole year
None
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets
Artefacts donated on loan
held in this capacity
Nam8 and objects of the
charity on whose bÈhalfthè
assets are held and how this
falls within the custodian
charity's objects
The Redditch Local History Museum. To Collect, Catalogue,
Stor6, and Display tho* artefacts as seen fft.
Details of arrangements for
safe custody and
segregation of such assets
from the charity's own assets
Items recorded on acceptance. Either as a donationlgift, or
on loan. Complete Paperwork and computer records as
appropriate.
Additional information {optional
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional inforniatlon)
Type of
Name
Address
adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional inforniation)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of ke
ersonnel details
Other o
tional information
Declarations
The trustses declare that they have approved the trustees. report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees
Slgnaturels}
Full name(s)
Peter Harris
Position (eg Secretary,
Chair, etc)
Trustee
2110112023
TAR.DOCI7IAnnu•i Réport 2021_22Aoc
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The Redditch Local History Museum Registered No. 1191166
Receipts and Payments Accounts
For the Year From 01/04/2021 To 31/03/2022
Receipts & Payments
Receipts Unrestricted Restricted Endowments Total Last Year
£ £ £ £ £
Admissions 989 989 -
Sales 1,687 1,687 -
Donation 5,170 5,170 20,140
Other 585 585 3,420
Grants
RBC VCS 3,000 3,000 -
HLF 8,750 8,750 -
Arts Fund 20,250 20,250 -
Receipts Sub-Totals 8,432 32,000 - 40,432 23,560
Asset & Investment Sales - - - - -
Asset & Investment Sales Sub-Totals - - - - -
Total Receipts 8,432 32,000 - 40,432 23,560
Payments
Premises Decoration & Repairs - 46 249 203 -
Domestic & Consumables 838 296 1,134 -
Premises Fixed Cost - 2,001 2,001 -
Utilities & Services - 744 744 -
Promotion & Cost Of Sales 367 454 821 -
Expenses 731 113 844 -
Fees & Professional Services 480 1,936 2,416 62
Payments Sub-Totals 2,370 5,793 - 8,164 62
Asset and Investment Purchases 1,836 7,392 1 - 9,228 -
Total Payments 4,207 13,185 - 17,391 62
Net Receipts/ (Payments) 4,225 18,815 - 23,040 23,498
Cash Funds at 31.03.2021 (01.04.2020) 23,498 - - 23,498 -
Cash Funds at 31.03.2022 (31.03.2021) 27,723 18,815 - 46,538 23,498
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The Redditch Local History Museum Registered No. 1191166
Statement of Assets and Liabilities at 31/03/2022
Unrestricted Restricted Endowments Total
Cash Funds £ £ £ £
Cash at Bank 27,673 18,815 - 46,488
Cash in Hand 50 - - 50
Total Cash Funds 27,723 18,815 - 46,538
Unrestricted Restricted Endowments Total
Other Monetary Assets £ £ £ £
- - - -
Amounts Owed by Customers
Total Other Monetary Assets - - - -
Unrestricted Restricted Endowments Total
Assets Retained for the Charity’s use £ £ £ £
Access and Display Facilities - 1,817 - 1,817
Record Copying & Storage Facilities - 5,575 - 5,575
Exhibits & Displays 480 - - 480
Furniture & Fittings 1,356 - - 1,356
Total Assets Retained for the Charity’s use 1,836 7,392 - 9,228
Unrestricted Restricted Endowments Total
Liabilities £ £ £ £
Supplier Invoices not yet Paid 1,726 - - 1,726
Total Liabilities 1,726 - - 1,726
Approved By:
Signature Print Name Date Position
Peter Harris 31/01/2023 Trustee
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**The Redditch Local History Museum**
**Charity Number 1191166**
## **Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of The Redditch Local History Museum**
I report to the Trustees on my examination of the Accounts of The Redditch Local History Museum for the Year Ended 31st March 2022.
## **Responsibilities and Basis of Report**
As the Charity Trustees of The Redditch Local History Museum, you are responsible for the preparation of the Accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of The Redditch Local History Museum's Accounts carried out under Section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
## **Independent Examiner’s Statement**
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
1. Accounting records were not kept as required by section 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.
Sandra Kansy Redditch Tax Advisers
Mason House, 96 Evesham Road, Headless Cross, Redditch, Worcestershire B97 5ES 31st January 2023