CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 1 April 2021 To 31 March 2022 Charity name: BARNSTAPLE CONCERT BAND Charlty registration number: 1194185 Objectives and Activities SORP refe￿nce Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document Para 1.17 To advance the education of members and of the public in the art and science of music by means of the rehearsal and presentation of concerts. Summary ofthe main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or seNices identified in the accounts. Para 1.17an 1.19 Barnstaple Conc¢rt Band has continued wher¢ver possibl¢, subjeet to the r¢strictions of national and local government as a result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemie, to promote its aim. Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to Ihe guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18 The Trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the guidanee issued by The Charity Commission on publie benefiL They continue to follow this in the planning and uThd¢rtakiDg of the bands activities Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about-. 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 volunteers other Achievements and Performance SORP referenGe The band began the year as many other organisations in lockdown. It was not until September 2021 that the band was able to ompletely start rehearsa15 again. This was subject to 3 Covid-19 Risk Assessment based on a template provided by Brass Bands England and in conjunction with the Methodist church where we rehearse. 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 Rehears?1 spaces were ventilated, social distancing was observed, and hand sanitiser provided During Covid restrictions, all committee meetings were held on Zoom to ensure the continued running of the band. We also used Zoom for qulzzes and socials to keep in touch with our rnembers. The band was able to play some Carols in the Barnstaple High Street {subject to the corrert Ilcence from North Devon Distrlct Council) and this was appreciated by shoppers and members of the public for bringing some Christmas cheer into the town. The band also played at Ruda Holiday Park on two Saturdays to provide music for thelr Wlnter Wonderland celebrations and entertained both people on holiday and locals. After, the Senior band had been rehearsing for several weeks, we then re-started the Training Band and were pleased and encouraged to See some new members join both bands. The Training band is for all abilities of playlng and includes both children and adults. Various style5 of music are played and enjoyed together to improve their musical standards and have the experience of playing in a band. In our Senior band we had many new young accomplished player5 join and the Flute section Increased significantly. The band purchased two Piccolos and these are bein8 used to give our younger players a challenge on a new instrument and enhancing our w<>odwlnd section. As our first concert {after Covidl we choose to do a joint concert with l>oth the Training band and the Senior band taking part This was held at the local church hall to raise funds for the North Devon Hospice and was enjoyed by all the band members and appreciated by the audience. £100.00 was donated to the Hosplce. More concerts are now being planned with other local choirs and groups and we are looking fonvard to the future. Additional information {optional} You ma 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 performanc6 against objectives Para 1.41 Othèr Financial Review Review of the charity's financial position at the end of the eriod statement explaining the policy for holding reserves statin are held Amount of reseNes held Para 1.21 Following the receipt of a legacy during the year, the Charity is in a strong financial osition. The funds will be invested to generate further income to support the charities on oin work. At 31 March 2022 the cash at bank totalled £14,424. Para 1.22 Para 1.22 Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund materially in deficit Explanation of any Un￿rtaIntieS about the charity continuing as a going concern Para 1.22 Para 1.24 Para 1.23 Additional inforniation (optional) You ma 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 Description of charity's trusts.. Type of governing doGument ,-..rl Para 1.25 Constitution adopted 8 March 2021 How is the charity constrtuted? ju g uriincorporaled Para 1.25 Charitable Incorporated Organisation 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 first trustees were appointed for a 2 year term ending 31 March 2023. Additional or replacement Trustees wil be appointed by resolution at a properly convened meeting of the trustees Additional information {optional) You ma choose lo include further statements where relevant about: Policies and prO￿dureS adopled 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 Charit name Other name the charit uses Re istered charit number Charity's principal address Barnsta le cOn￿rt Band 1194185 Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Dates acted if not for whole ear Tmstee name Office lif aryl Name of person lor body) entilled toa oint trusteè ifan Lyndon Vvhile Joanne Williams Calherine Nlcolls 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Cor orate trustees- names of the directors at the date the re Dirèctor name ortwasa roved Name of trustees holding title lo property belonging to Ihe charity Dates acted if not for whole Tru$te¢ ftam¢ ear 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 Addltional information (optional} Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of Name Address adviser Accounta nt Stevens & Willey Grenville House. 9 Boulport Street. Barnstaple. Name of Ghief executive or names of senlor stsff members (Optional infomiation) Exemptions from disclosure ersonnel details Reason for non-disclosure of ke Other o tional information Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signature(s) Full name{sl Position {eg Secretary, Chair, etc CH¥¥, ￿. 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