Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From: 01/01/2024 Period start date. To: 31/12/24 Period end date
Charity name: Edington Chapel
Charity registration number: 1192447
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 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 club and weekly Bible studies. In 2024 most activities were both in person and also via Zoom so that more people could attend. Special events with community activities, refreshments, providing meals, singing and teaching, were continued. These activities are advertised by word of mouth and on notice boards, with flyers. Men’s Breakfasts continued in the local Village Inn. Gifts of Fair Trade Real Easter Eggs were given to the local Catcott Primary School, which contain a booklet with the story of Easter inside, also given to the children of Sunday School at the Chapel. Charitable giving was continued in 2024 to a range of individuals and Christian organisations. |
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| 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 Vom Hospital, Nigeria, Leprosy Mission and aid to Ukraine. People in other countries, of all faiths, who are disadvantaged, or suffering from natural disasters and war, including churches in Ukraine, benefit from these donations and gifts from the church. Safeguarding training was arranged for 1 volunteer who also trained to be Safeguarding Lead whichis 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 There is no formal grant making policy. The charity will bear in mind its charitable purposes when determining who will Para 1.38 receive donations. Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment
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Contribution made by Para 1.38 volunteers 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 beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | 20 to 30 people attended Sunday morning services and 6 to 10 for the evening services, both in person and via Zoom. This enables many to join in worship and benefit from Bible teaching. All morning services have been both in person and via Zoom. This is a real benefit to all who joined. Three volunteers continue to operate the laptop and a tablet to operate Zoom and other AV systems and this was beneficial when services have been both in person at the Church and via Zoom. Refreshments after morning services have continued. This was good for encouragement and support among the congregation. Sunday School for 4 to 7 children enables children to have fun and learn Bible teaching and the Christian message. A children’s club has not been held this year as no leader available to do this. We do still have in mind to appoint a part time children’s / community worker in the future. Safeguarding training was completed for 1 volunteer with Children. A new safeguarding Lead was trained and appointed. This benefits the work with children and ensures the Chapel complies with Govt regulations. 20 Real Easter Eggs with story books were given to Catcott PrimarySchool, which encouraged the school |
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and children to understand the message of Easter in the Christian faith. Regular weekly prayer meetings continued which addressed world humanity issues, those serving in the Christian mission field, the bereaved and 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. 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 Breakfasts continued, every 2-3 months and were enjoyed and attended by 25 to 30 local men from a number of Christian denominations and non Christians at the Crown Inn, Catcott. This is a great encouragement to men and also supports the local Inn. 25 copies of the Scripture Union booklet, ‘Your Move’, was given to the Year 6 school leavers at Catcott school. This helps and supports children moving to secondary school. In August, Trevor Ranger came and led a family service which was followed by lunch and a number of other children and their families attended the Chapel. Coffee mornings continued when possible in the Chapel on a monthly basis for the local community. This is good for meeting local people providing the opportunity for friends to meet, social support for the lonely and bereaved. A free harvest lunch after the Harvest Service, was provided for 65 people in the Chapel. This was a really valuable community event. Harvest produce was donated by church attendees and taken to St Margaret’s Hospice in Taunton. Also a gift of £300 was given to help the work of care at the hospice. £300 was given to support the work of Vom Mission hospital in Nigeria. £1100 was given to support churches and for humanitarian aid in Ukraine. These are two examples of the £10569 given to various
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Missions to support individuals and mission organisations both overseas and in the UK. 184 Christmas shoe boxes were sent to Blythswood, a UK charity. 84 were from the Chapel and the rest from other groups in the community. This was a Chapel and community project which encourages local people and helps and supports disadvantaged people in Eastern Europe . The shoe boxes contain basic toiletry needs, children / adult clothes, toys/ other useful, items. Christmas invite / welcome leaflets were produced and distributed in the villages and also 200 special Christmas supplements and calendars with the invites. This is to inform, invite and encourage an interest in the Christian faith in the community. The Polish families from the Chapel organised a Christmas Eve meal / party in the Chapel again for 30 people. This gives support for the Polish community. Maintenance of the chapel buildings and grounds continued. Fence / brickwork around fuel Oil tank repaired. A dehumidifier was installed to control the humidity level to help prevent mold, mildew and dampness in the Chapel. This ensured the buildings were in a good state for use of the congregation and community . To improve the quality of overhead presentations new cabling and a new laptop installation was completed in the Chapel.
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 |
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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 2024 year the Edington Chapel recorded a total income of £27466. This was mainly from regular giving by attendees and members and includes £4216 from HMRC gift aid tax refunded. The Chapel total expenses was £30633 The Chapel gave £10569 to various Missions to support individuals and mission organisations both overseas and in the UK. £1575 was spent in the maintenance of the Chapel buildings etc. £623 was spent on Sunday school children’s resources. The year closed with a balance of £5380. |
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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 |
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| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
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| 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 any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | |
| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
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| 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? (e.g 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 | 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 | |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 |
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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 charity number | 1192447 |
| Charity’s principal address | Edington Chapel, Broadway, Edington, Somerset, TA7 9HA |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| 1 2 3 4 5 6 |
Trustee name | Office (if any) | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
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 | |||||
| Andrew Farquhar | ||||||
| John Morris | ||||||
| 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
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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
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Other o tional information Page 11 of 12
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 23rd October 2025
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS BASIS
with
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
EDINGTON CHAPEL
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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 2024
The Trustees present their Report for the year ended 31 December 2024 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 expenditure over income for the year amounted to £3,197. This has reduced the unrestricted general fund and restricted funds which now stand in total at £5,380.
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 2024
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 2024
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Edington Chapel.
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2024, 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:
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(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 Somerset TA6 7PX
Andrew C Smallwood, ACMA
22 May 2025
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
| 2024 Unrestricted-General Funds Income £ £ Offerings 23,250 Tax Refunded 4,216 Sundry 0 Total Income 27,466 Expenditure Ministry 4,719 Missions 10,569 Cleaning 945 Gifts 1,072 Breakfast 2,556 Kitchen 644 Sunday School 623 Licences & Subscriptions 966 Insurance 1,151 Stationery & Newsletter 263 Telephone 710 Rent, Heating & Lighting 3,469 Property Maintenance 1,575 Independent Examiner and Accountancy 480 Miscellaneous Expense 921 30,663 Net Expenditure over Income for the Year (3,197) Balance of General Funds Brought Forward 8,577 Balance of General Funds as at 31 December 2024 5,380 Restricted Funds as at 31 December 2024 0 Balance of Total Funds as at 31 December 2024 5,380 Represented by: Bank Current Account 5,380 5,380 |
2023 £ £ 25,359 4,473 0 29,832 4,774 14,550 1,095 825 663 913 594 510 1,082 380 838 2,986 1,912 240 1,522 32,884 |
2023 £ £ 25,359 4,473 0 29,832 4,774 14,550 1,095 825 663 913 594 510 1,082 380 838 2,986 1,912 240 1,522 32,884 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 29,832 | |||
| 32,884 | |||
| (3,052) | |||
| 11,629 | |||
| 8,577 | |||
| 0 | |||
| 8,577 | |||
| 8,577 | |||
| 8,577 |
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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 2024
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS BASIS
with
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
EDINGTON CHAPEL
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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 2024
The Trustees present their Report for the year ended 31 December 2024 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 expenditure over income for the year amounted to £3,197. This has reduced the unrestricted general fund and restricted funds which now stand in total at £5,380.
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 2024
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 2024
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Edington Chapel.
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2024, 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 Somerset TA6 7PX
Andrew C Smallwood, ACMA
22 May 2025
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
| 2024 Unrestricted-General Funds Income £ £ Offerings 23,250 Tax Refunded 4,216 Sundry 0 Total Income 27,466 Expenditure Ministry 4,719 Missions 10,569 Cleaning 945 Gifts 1,072 Breakfast 2,556 Kitchen 644 Sunday School 623 Licences & Subscriptions 966 Insurance 1,151 Stationery & Newsletter 263 Telephone 710 Rent, Heating & Lighting 3,469 Property Maintenance 1,575 Independent Examiner and Accountancy 480 Miscellaneous Expense 921 30,663 Net Expenditure over Income for the Year (3,197) Balance of General Funds Brought Forward 8,577 Balance of General Funds as at 31 December 2024 5,380 Restricted Funds as at 31 December 2024 0 Balance of Total Funds as at 31 December 2024 5,380 Represented by: Bank Current Account 5,380 5,380 |
2023 £ £ 25,359 4,473 0 29,832 4,774 14,550 1,095 825 663 913 594 510 1,082 380 838 2,986 1,912 240 1,522 32,884 |
2023 £ £ 25,359 4,473 0 29,832 4,774 14,550 1,095 825 663 913 594 510 1,082 380 838 2,986 1,912 240 1,522 32,884 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 29,832 | |||
| 32,884 | |||
| (3,052) | |||
| 11,629 | |||
| 8,577 | |||
| 0 | |||
| 8,577 | |||
| 8,577 | |||
| 8,577 |
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EDINGTON CHAPEL
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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.