Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 21.01.2023 Period start date To 20.01.2024 Period end date Charity name: Wells Skatepark Community Group
Charity registration number: 1193311
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The Objects of the CIO are for the benefit of the health and wellbeing of the inhabitants of the city Wells and the surrounding villages, to improve access to leisure and improve conditions of life for the inhabitants of the community particularly, young people and families. The CIO aims to promote, raise funds and co-ordinate the provision of a multipurpose, wheeled sports park allowing for BMX, Skateboarding, cycling, roller skating/bladingand scootering. |
| 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 |
Our primary activities this year have focused on advancing the skatepark project for the benefit of the community. Key efforts have included working with local councils, developers, and professionals to address the necessary land and access issues, which is essential for progressing towards the design phase and securing planning permission. In addition to these collaborative efforts, we have continued our fundraising activities, primarily through grant applications. Looking ahead, we are preparing for a major fundraising push that will take place once planning permission has been granted. This will ensure that we have the financial resources to build the skatepark. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit is regarded as a valuable and essential resource for charitable organizations like ours, and we acknowledge its importance in ensuring that our charitable activities fulfil the requirement of providing public benefit. The Board of Trustees has reviewed and |
considered the Charity Commission's guidance as part of its responsibility to oversee and govern the operations of the Charity. We are committed to conducting our activities in line with the Commission's guidance and in a manner that promotes and maximizes public benefit. We understand that public benefit is at the core of our charitable purpose, and the guidance provided by the Charity Commission
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SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers The overall purpose of our charity is to provide Other the community with a sustainable, long lasting wheeled sports park that will increase accessibility to all, improve physical and mental well-being for the community and provide invaluable social benefit and community connection. Part of our role is also to raise awareness. Skateparks are often surrounded by a stigma that they are frequented by troublemakers and that it’s not a “traditional sport” and the riders can be discriminated against for this, we advocate for the clear benefits that a high quality accessible park can achieve for skateboarders, scooters, BMX and roller skaters. Our initiative aims to strengthen community connections by creating a space for a multigenerational community to come together, enjoy recreation and the benefits that provides.
Achievements and Performance
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SORP reference
Summary of the main Our charity has made significant progress
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| Summary of the main | Our charity has made significant progress | |
| 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 | this year in advancing our core project, the development of the skatepark. We have continued to collaborate closely with Wells City Council, Somerset Council, the skatepark developer, and a range of associated professionals, including surveyors, architects, and planners, to address key land and access issues. These efforts have brought us closer to the design phase, laying the groundwork for securing planning permission and ultimately bringing the skatepark to fruition. Additionally, we have engaged a dedicated team of volunteers, whose commitment has been instrumental in driving the project forward. We have also initiated positive discussions with supportive local businesses, further strengthening community engagement. By moving the project closer to completion, we are not only creating a vital recreational space that will directly benefit young people in the area, but we are also contributing to the broader social and economic well-being of the community. The skatepark will serve as a safe, inclusive environment for physical activity and social interaction, enhancing the quality of life for residents while promoting community cohesion and encouraging healthier lifestyles. |
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| 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
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | Cash at bank at 21.01.23 was £71,396, of which £70,145 was restricted funds. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | All funds will be held in reserve until such time as there is sufficient to commence the build of a new skatepark facility. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | General reserve £1251. Reserves for wheeled sport park for Wells Somerset £70,145. |
| 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 | n/a |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | |
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| 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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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | 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 | Appointed by other trustees |
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| 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 |
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| Relationship with any related parties |
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Reference and Administrative details
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Charity name Wells Skatepark Community Group
Other name the charity uses
Registered charity number 1193311
Charity’s principal address 47 Balch Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2BY
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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Dates acted if not for whole Name of person (or body) entitled
Trustee name Office (if any)
year to appoint trustee (if any)
1 Adrian Smith Chair
2 Beverley Smith Trustee
3 Sally Haynes Trustee
4 William Punter Trustee
5 James Glendinning Trustee
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– 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 None held in this capacity Name and objects of the n/a charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for n/a safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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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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Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Full name(s) Sally Haynes Position (eg Secretary, Trustee Chair, etc) Date 13/10/2024
Beverley Smith Trustee
Wells Skatepark Community Group 1193311 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period Period start date Period end date To from 21.01.23 20.01.24
Section A Receipts and payments
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Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
Total funds Last year
funds funds funds
to the nearest
to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £
£
A1 Receipts
Donations and Grants - 11,500 - 11,500 57,910
Fundraising Events - - - - 2,125
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Sub total (Gross income for
- 11,500 - 11,500 60,035
AR)
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
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Sub total - - - - -
Total receipts - 11,500 - 11,500 60,035
A3 Payments
Fundraising Costs - - - - 390
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Sub total [ - ] - - - 390
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
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Sub total [ - ] - - - -
Total payments - - - - 390
Net of receipts/(payments) - 11,500 - 11,500 59,645
A5 Transfers between funds - - - - -
A6 Cash funds last year end 1,251 58,645 - 59,896 251
Cash funds this year end 1,251 70,145 - 71,396 59,896
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CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
21/10/2024
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds |
Details Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Co-op Current account Co-op Deposit Account Details Details Details Signature |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 1,251 70,045 - 100 - - 1,251 70,145 OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Sally Haynes Beverley Smith |
Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - |
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| Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - - - - - When due (optional) Date of approval 13.10.2024 13.10.2024 |
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
21/10/2024
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