Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From: 20/11/2020 Period start date. To: 31/12/21 Period end date
Charity name: Edington Chapel
Charity registration number: 1192447
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 | The object of the CIO is to advance the Christian faith for the public benefit in accordance with the statement of doctrines and practices in the Schedule hereto in Somerset and in such other parts of the United Kingdom, or the world as the charity trustees may from time to time think fit. |
| 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 |
The church's charitable objects are primarily focused on the advancement of the Christian faith. All regular public worship is provided free of charge in the Chapel building. Anyone may attend worship services on most Sunday mornings and evenings. Teaching the Christian faith provides advancement of education to both adults and children on Sundays via the worship services and Sunday School, children’s clubs and weekly Bible studies. In 2020/21 most activities were both in person and also via Zoom so that during the Covid situation more people could attend. Children's clubs normally in person had to be changed to online via Zoom in 20/21. Coffee mornings on a monthly basis had to be postponed due to Covid in 2020/21. Special events with community activities, refreshments, providing meals, singing and teaching, were limited due to Covid in 20/21. These activities are advertised by word of mouth and on notice boards, with flyers and in the local village magazine. Men’s Breakfasts continued in the local Village Inn. Gifts of Real Easter Eggs were given to the local Catcott Primary School, which contain a book with the story of Easter inside, also given to the children of SSchool and KidsZone club at the Chapel. Charitable giving was continued in 2020/21 to a range of individuals and Christian organisations. |
| These provide public benefit in the relief of poverty and humanitarian need, often for minority groups with particular needs such as the elderly, eg St Margaret’s Hospice in Taunton, Christmas shoe box appeal and donations to Barnabas Fund and Leprosy Mission. People in other countries who are disadvantaged, or suffering from natural disasters benefit from these donations and gifts from the church. First Aid training, Fire Warden training and Safeguarding training was arranged, for several volunteers and is a benefit for all at the Chapel. |
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| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | As trustees of Edington Chapel, we confirm that we have followed the guidance as issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| SORP reference | ||
|---|---|---|
| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | There is no formal grant making policy. The charity will bear in mind its charitable purposes when determining who will receive donations. |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | |
| Other |
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference |
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its |
Para 1.20 | 20 to 30 people attended morning services and 8 to 15 for the evening services, both in person and via Zoom. This enables many to join in worship and benefit from Bible teaching. All services between late December 2020 and April 2021, were via Zoom due to Covid situation. This was a real benefit to all who joined. Three volunteers were trained in the use of Zoom and this was beneficial in |
| beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
the following year when services have been both in person at the Church and via Zoom. Refreshments after morning services resumed after Covid restrictions lifted. This was good for encouragement and support among the congregation, some who had been very isolated. Sunday School for 6 to 8 children enables children to have fun and learn Bible teaching and the Christian message. A children’s club was held most Fridays in term time. This had to be on Zoom and was intended to resume in person but there was not a leader able to do this. Our part time paid Church / children’s worker left the chapel in February 2021. We do have in mind to appoint another part time children’s / community worker in the future. Safeguarding training was completed for all volunteers with Children and some Trustees. This benefits the work with children and ensures the Chapel complies with Gov regulations. 18 real easter Eggs with story books were given to Catcott Primary School, which encouraged the school and children to understand the message of Easter. Regular weekly prayer meetings continued for those in need. Many cards and flowers, expressing care, sympathy and concern have been sent to those with health, or other care needs. Supporting friends and families is an important part of the work of the Chapel, listening to people’s worries and problems especially those with mental health issues. Regular monthly visiting was continued by a local Christian worker and Chapel members, to homes in the surrounding Polden villages area. This aims to share the Christian message and was welcomed by many of those visited and they were given Chapel welcome leaflets and Christian booklets. The Men’s Breakfast was restarted, every 3 months and were well received and attended by 10 to 15 local men, at the Crown Inn, Catcott. This is a great encouragement to men and also supports the local Inn. A Coffee Morning in aid of The Leprosy Mission UK (TLM), was held via Zoom, in February 2021. This raised awareness by participants of the needs to support a hospital in India. A donation was made to TLM. Harvest produce was donated by church attendees and taken to St Margaret’s Hospice in Taunton. In addition, a gift of £250 was given to help the work of care at the hospice. |
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£500 was donated to Barnabas Fund in October, to help people in other countries with a range of difficulties. This is one example of the £8077 given to various Missions to support individuals and mission organisations both overseas and in the UK. 37 Christmas shoe boxes were sent to Blythswood, a UK charity. 19 of these were filled by people from the Chapel. This was a Chapel and community project which encourages local people and helps and supports disadvantaged people in Eastern Europe. Maintenance of the chapel buildings and grounds continued. This ensured the buildings were in a good state for use of the congregation and community, eg. painting of the interior walls of the main hall was completed in March 2021. A 5 yearly Inspection of the Church buildings was carried out in August 2021, by the Trust who own the Chapel. They were very satisfied with the state of the property and that we are compliant with current government regulations, Health and Safety etc.
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives 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 | During the 2020/21 year the Edington Chapel recorded a total income of £26089. This was mainly from regular giving by attendees and members and includes £4304 from HMRC gift aid tax refunded. The Chapel gave £8077 to various UK |
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| Mission organisations, to support individuals in UK and overseas. £2116 was spent in the maintenance of the chapel buildings etc. £725 was spent on Sunday school and children’s resources. £3230 was spent on salary and expenses for our part time Church Worker. The year closed with a balance of £9354. |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | None |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
The charity’s principal sources of funds (including Para 1.47 any fundraising) Investment policy and objectives including any Para 1.46 social investment policy adopted A description of the principal Para 1.46 risks facing the charity Other
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 |
CIO Association Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
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| 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 | The members of Edington Chapel, or the charity trustees may at any time decide to appoint a new charity trustee, whether in place of a charity trustee who has retired or been removed in accordance with clause [15] of the CIO Constitution. They must be a member of Edington Chapel and the voting procedure is outlined in the Edington Chapel Rules, as attached to the CIO Constitution. |
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 | |
| The charity’s organisational 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
| Charity name | Edington Chapel |
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| Other name the charity uses | |
| Registered charitynumber | 1192447 |
| Charity’s principal address | Edington Chapel, Broadway, Edington, Somerset, TA7 9HA |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| 1 2 3 |
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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| Andrew Paterson | Secretary / Chairman |
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| John Simpson | Treasurer | |||
| Shaun Ryan |
4 Andrew Farquhar 5 John Morris 6
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity
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)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) ADP Full name(s) Andrew Paterson Position (eg Secretary, Chairman and Secretary Chair, etc)
Date 28/10/2022
EDINGTON CHAPEL
ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS BASIS
with
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
EDINGTON CHAPEL
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
INDEX
PAGE
1 Trustees' Annual Report 2 Information 3 Independent Examiners Report 4 Statement of Financial Activities 5 Notes to the Financial Statements
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
TRUSTEES' ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
The Trustees present their Report for the year ended 31 December 2021 which should be read in conjunction with the attached Financial Statement for the year.
LEGAL STATUS
The charity is registered in England and Wales under the charity number 1192447
OBJECT, POLICIES AND ORGANIZATION
The main objectives are:-
To advance the Christian faith in accordance with the statement of beliefs as declared by the Trustees on formation of the charity.
To relieve persons who are in conditions of need or hardship or who are aged or sick and to relieve the distress caused thereby in the said locations and in such other parts of Europe and the world as the Trustees may from time to time think fit.
Donations are made nationwide and every effort is made to raise and maintain an influx of monies.
The Annual General Meeting is usually held in March each year.
REVIEW OF THE YEAR
The charity has received donations which have been used together with funds brought forward in furtherance of the Charity's object.
Finance:-
The attached Financial Statement shows the current state of finances which the committee consider satisfactory.
The excess of income over expenditure for the year amounted to £3,609. This has increased the unrestricted general fund and restricted funds which now stand in total at £9,354.
The Bankers are National Westminster Bank Plc at Bridgwater.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT
The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for keeping proper accounting records which disclose the financial position of the Charity. The Trustees have elected to prepare financial statements on the cash accounting basis.
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
The members of the Committee during the year and their appointing body if appropriate are:-
| Mr A Paterson | Chairman & Secretary | Elected | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr J Simpson | Treasurer | Elected | |
| Mr S Ryan | Charity Trustee & Committee | Member | Elected |
| Mr A Farquhar | Charity Trustee & Committee | Member | Elected |
| Mr J Morris | Charity Trustee & Committee | Member | Elected |
| The Independent Examiner for the Trustees is | Mr Andrew | Smallwood ACMA | |
| 11 Wembdon Hill | |||
| Wembdon | |||
| Bridgwater | |||
| Somerset | |||
| TA6 7PX | |||
| Correspondent Address is | Edington Chapel | ||
| Broadway | |||
| Edington | |||
| Bridgwater | |||
| Somerset | |||
| TA7 9HA | |||
| Chapel Address is | Edington Chapel | ||
| Broadway | |||
| Edington | |||
| Bridgwater | |||
| Somerset | |||
| TA7 9HA | |||
| The trustees of the Chapel Building as used by the charity is | Western Counties & South Wales | ||
| Evangelization Trust | |||
| 1 Deerhurst | |||
| Bristol | |||
| BS15 1XH |
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Edington Chapel.
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2021, which are set out on pages 4 to 5.
Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts; you consider that the audit requirement of Section 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 (the Act) does not apply. It is my responsibility to state, on the basis of procedures specified in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners under section 43(7)(b) of the Act, whether particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of Independent Examiner’s Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. 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 you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
Independent Examiner’s Statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
- (i) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 41 of the Act: and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the Act
have not been met; or
(ii) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
11 Wembdon Hill Wembdon Bridgwater Andrew C Smallwood, ACMA Somerset TA6 7PX
12 September 2022
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
| 2021 Unrestricted-General Funds Income £ £ Offerings 21,721 Missions 0 Tax Refunded 4,304 Sundry 64 Coffee and Breakfast 0 Total Income 26,089 Expenditure Salary & Staff Expenses 3,230 Ministry 1,995 Missions 8,077 Cleaning 617 Gifts 1,024 Breakfast 270 Sunday School 725 Licences & Subscriptions 144 Insurance 1,242 Stationery & Newsletter 658 Telephone 487 Rent, Heating & Lighting 887 Property Maintenance 2,116 Independent Examiner and Accountancy 240 Miscellaneous Expense 768 22,480 Net Income over Expenditure for the Year 3,609 Balance of General Funds Brought Forward 5,745 Balance of General Funds as at 31 December 2021 9,354 Restricted Funds as at 31 December 2021 0 Balance of Total Funds as at 31 December 2021 9,354 Represented by: Bank Current Account 9,354 9,354 |
2020 £ £ 27,527 250 5,570 306 231 33,884 16,786 1,389 3,877 640 1,191 402 386 276 679 690 590 1,386 779 240 307 29,618 |
2020 £ £ 27,527 250 5,570 306 231 33,884 16,786 1,389 3,877 640 1,191 402 386 276 679 690 590 1,386 779 240 307 29,618 |
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| 33,884 | |||
| 29,618 | |||
| 4,266 | |||
| 1,479 | |||
| 5,745 | |||
| 0 | |||
| 5,745 | |||
| 5,745 | |||
| 5,745 |
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The accounts have been prepared under the receipts and payments convention and in accordance with applicable accounting standards and the Statement of Recommended Practice for Charities.
The principle accounting policies of the company are set out below.
2. FIXED ASSETS
The land and building premises of Edington Chapel are held by the Trust.
3. CURRENT LIABILITIES
There are no current liabilities.
EDINGTON CHAPEL
ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS BASIS
with
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
EDINGTON CHAPEL
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
INDEX
PAGE
1 Trustees' Annual Report 2 Information 3 Independent Examiners Report 4 Statement of Financial Activities 5 Notes to the Financial Statements
Page 1
EDINGTON CHAPEL
TRUSTEES' ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
The Trustees present their Report for the year ended 31 December 2021 which should be read in conjunction with the attached Financial Statement for the year.
LEGAL STATUS
The charity is registered in England and Wales under the charity number 1192447
OBJECT, POLICIES AND ORGANIZATION
The main objectives are:-
To advance the Christian faith in accordance with the statement of beliefs as declared by the Trustees on formation of the charity.
To relieve persons who are in conditions of need or hardship or who are aged or sick and to relieve the distress caused thereby in the said locations and in such other parts of Europe and the world as the Trustees may from time to time think fit.
Donations are made nationwide and every effort is made to raise and maintain an influx of monies.
The Annual General Meeting is usually held in March each year.
REVIEW OF THE YEAR
The charity has received donations which have been used together with funds brought forward in furtherance of the Charity's object.
Finance:-
The attached Financial Statement shows the current state of finances which the committee consider satisfactory.
The excess of income over expenditure for the year amounted to £3,609. This has increased the unrestricted general fund and restricted funds which now stand in total at £9,354.
The Bankers are National Westminster Bank Plc at Bridgwater.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT
The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for keeping proper accounting records which disclose the financial position of the Charity. The Trustees have elected to prepare financial statements on the cash accounting basis.
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
The members of the Committee during the year and their appointing body if appropriate are:-
| Mr A Paterson | Chairman & Secretary | Elected | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr J Simpson | Treasurer | Elected | |
| Mr S Ryan | Charity Trustee & Committee | Member | Elected |
| Mr A Farquhar | Charity Trustee & Committee | Member | Elected |
| Mr J Morris | Charity Trustee & Committee | Member | Elected |
| The Independent Examiner for the Trustees is | Mr Andrew | Smallwood ACMA | |
| 11 Wembdon Hill | |||
| Wembdon | |||
| Bridgwater | |||
| Somerset | |||
| TA6 7PX | |||
| Correspondent Address is | Edington Chapel | ||
| Broadway | |||
| Edington | |||
| Bridgwater | |||
| Somerset | |||
| TA7 9HA | |||
| Chapel Address is | Edington Chapel | ||
| Broadway | |||
| Edington | |||
| Bridgwater | |||
| Somerset | |||
| TA7 9HA | |||
| The trustees of the Chapel Building as used by the charity is | Western Counties & South Wales | ||
| Evangelization Trust | |||
| 1 Deerhurst | |||
| Bristol | |||
| BS15 1XH |
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Edington Chapel.
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2021, which are set out on pages 4 to 5.
Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts; you consider that the audit requirement of Section 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 (the Act) does not apply. It is my responsibility to state, on the basis of procedures specified in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners under section 43(7)(b) of the Act, whether particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of Independent Examiner’s Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. 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 you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
Independent Examiner’s Statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
- (i) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 41 of the Act: and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the Act
have not been met; or
(ii) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
11 Wembdon Hill Wembdon Bridgwater Andrew C Smallwood, ACMA Somerset TA6 7PX
12 September 2022
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
| 2021 Unrestricted-General Funds Income £ £ Offerings 21,721 Missions 0 Tax Refunded 4,304 Sundry 64 Coffee and Breakfast 0 Total Income 26,089 Expenditure Salary & Staff Expenses 3,230 Ministry 1,995 Missions 8,077 Cleaning 617 Gifts 1,024 Breakfast 270 Sunday School 725 Licences & Subscriptions 144 Insurance 1,242 Stationery & Newsletter 658 Telephone 487 Rent, Heating & Lighting 887 Property Maintenance 2,116 Independent Examiner and Accountancy 240 Miscellaneous Expense 768 22,480 Net Income over Expenditure for the Year 3,609 Balance of General Funds Brought Forward 5,745 Balance of General Funds as at 31 December 2021 9,354 Restricted Funds as at 31 December 2021 0 Balance of Total Funds as at 31 December 2021 9,354 Represented by: Bank Current Account 9,354 9,354 |
2020 £ £ 27,527 250 5,570 306 231 33,884 16,786 1,389 3,877 640 1,191 402 386 276 679 690 590 1,386 779 240 307 29,618 |
2020 £ £ 27,527 250 5,570 306 231 33,884 16,786 1,389 3,877 640 1,191 402 386 276 679 690 590 1,386 779 240 307 29,618 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 33,884 | |||
| 29,618 | |||
| 4,266 | |||
| 1,479 | |||
| 5,745 | |||
| 0 | |||
| 5,745 | |||
| 5,745 | |||
| 5,745 |
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The accounts have been prepared under the receipts and payments convention and in accordance with applicable accounting standards and the Statement of Recommended Practice for Charities.
The principle accounting policies of the company are set out below.
2. FIXED ASSETS
The land and building premises of Edington Chapel are held by the Trust.
3. CURRENT LIABILITIES
There are no current liabilities.