2025-03-31-accounts - Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO

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REHOBOTH CHURCH CONWY CIO

Trustees Annual Report and Accounts

For the period ended 31st March 2025

Charity No: 1194257

Trustees' Annual Report for the period

	Period start date	Period start date			Period end date
From	1st	April	2024	To	31st March	2025

Section A Reference and administration details

Charity name Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO

Registered charity number (if any) 1194257

Charity's principal address Bron Wendon, Conwy Road,

Penmaenmawr,

Conwy Postcode LL34 6BB

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 2 3 4 5 6 7	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany)
	Stephen Burt	Ex-officio(Minister)
	Mike Anderton
	William Moffat
	AntonyRatcliffe
	Bob Ratcliffe
	William Waller

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)	Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)	Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of adviser Name Address
Bankers	Lloyds Bank	22 Mostyn Street, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 2RU

Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Cassie Ratcliffe - Secretary

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Constitution dated 26[th] January 2021 and registered with the Charity Type of governing document Commission on 27[th] April 2021; subsequently amended on 9[th] June 2021 (eg. trust deed, constitution) Charitable Incorporated Organisation How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company) A Foundation, therefore new trustees nominated by any existing trustee, Trustee selection methods then formally appointed by all trustees at the next meeting. (eg. appointed by, elected by)

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Section C Objectives and activities

The advancement of the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in accordance with the Statement of Faith appearing in the Schedule. Summary of the objects of the Such other charitable purposes as shall, in the opinion of the charity charity set out in its trustees, further the work of the Church. governing document • Developing and making available a Christian resource centre in Dwygyfylchi, North Wales, helping people to explore the spiritual dimension of life with conferences and conventions, with rooms available for respite and holidays, and staffed by a team of volunteers. • Organising activities and special worship services that explore Christianity in various dimensions. • Being a resource hub of information about Christian spirituality for local congregations and individuals. Summary of the main activities undertaken for the • Offering Christian teaching conventions to train individuals to public benefit in relation to relate correctly in relationships with each other and in their these objects (include within spiritual walks. this section the statutory declaration that trustees have • Providing a drop-in service for people seeking support or a chat. had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity • Offering coaching on aspects of the Christian faith. Commission on public benefit) • Coordinating conferences for Christians in the wider area. • Offering a confidential listening and healing prayer service on the charity premises. Our facilities are open on most days and evenings. • The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship in North Wales, the rest of the UK and internationally, by providing donations, items or services to individuals in need. The trustees have complied with the Charities Act 2011 with regard to the public benefit requirement.

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Section D Achievements and performance

REVIEW OF ACTIVITIES IN 2024-2025
Summary of the main achievements of the charity As the upgrading and renovations of the Oasis property continue, as per
during the year last year, most of the expenses have been as a result. Further improvements to Oasis main building include: • Re-carpeted stairs and upstairs landing in main building • Continued maintenance of grounds: development of rockery in the front grounds
• Installation of pedestrian gate
• Rope rails and posts fitted to improve safety in the grounds
• Improvement of guest accommodation is ongoing. The total acreage of the Oasis property is 3.5 acres. Regular changeovers of caravans and self-catering accommodation takes place throughout the season - April to November.

The cottage renovation is ongoing, and work continues when other prioritised work allows:

Lower ground level renovation completed up to plastering. This includes electrics, plumbing and damp treatment.
• Lower-level bathrooms fitted and tiled. • Ground level electrics completed.

The cottage renovation will continue in the future.

The property continues to be used, and the following activities continue to take place:

Weekly Sunday morning and afternoon church meetings
• Christian Teaching seminars
• Respite holidays for individuals and families.
• Use of function room facility for conferences, retreats, wedding and funeral services.

Section E Financial review

The trustees maintain as the previous year that £5,000.00 will be kept as Brief statement of the a reserve for the purpose of emergency repairs and/or maintenance. As charity’s policy on reserves previously stated, this minimal amount is due to the fact that the majority of labour costs would not be included in this sum because within the trustees and the fellowship there are skilled professionals who offer their services on a voluntary basis. Details of any funds materially None in deficit

Further financial review details (Optional information)

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You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about:

the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.

The charity continues to rely on voluntary donations from those who identify with its objective. All income is received through donations, church offerings and the Paypal facility found on the charity’s website, which enables those who are identified with the objects of the charity, both nationally and internationally, to donate.

The biggest expense for the charity continues to be due to the renovation of the Oasis Property, which will be the case in the foreseeable future. There remains a lot of work to be completed, both in the interior and on the grounds, so that the centre can fulfil its potential and provide a comfortable, welcoming facility for those identified with the charity, both locally, and from far.

There is a net expenditure of -£8,706 for this accounting period, which is due to the renovation and an earnest to complete some of the work. This amount will be offset against a sizeable donation (£100,000) which was expected before the year end and has now been received.

Section F Other optional information

As well as endeavouring to reach out to the local community, and also other part of the UK, the charity continues in relationship with a mission in India, where poverty and persecution are constant obstacles slowing down their respective projects. The trustees hope to be able to continue to offer financial support and encouragement to this group in the future.

The Bron Wendon Church Fellowship house continues to be used for accommodating those in need. For example:

Spiritual rehabilitation and housing of an individual at Bron Wendon, who has made his home here more permanent and continues to attend the church fellowship, supporting the ministry in line with the charity’s objectives.
Practical and spiritual support for a widowed member of the church fellowship.

Section G Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) S. BURT B. RATCLIFFE Full name(s) Stephen Burt Bob Ratcliffe Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc)[Chair/Trustee ] Trustee Date 14/12/2025

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Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees/ members of[Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO ]

On accounts for the 31[st] March 2025 Charity no. 1194257 period ended Set out on pages 7-8

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31[st] March 2025.
Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed 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 which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:

accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting records

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Signed: J. Freer Date: 12/12/2025 Name: Janet Margaret Freer Relevant professional Retired HMRC qualification: Address: 133 Sutton Road Waterlooville Hants PO8 8PT

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Receipts and payments accounts

For the period 1st April 2024 To 31st March 2025 from

Section A Receipts and payments

	Unrestricted funds	Restricted funds	Total funds	Last year
	to the nearest £	to the nearest £	to the nearest £	to the nearest £
A1 Receipts
Unrestricted funds	29,176	-	29,176	31,795
Buildingfund	-	50	50	5,000
Gift Aid	729	1,250	1,979	181
Oasis flat contributions	-	895	895	656
Capital items	-	461	461	-
Bron Wendon Utilities contribution	-	-	-	2,250
Gifts to those in need	-	50	50	130
Mission trip	-	1,525	1,525	-
*Sub total*(Gross income for AR)	29,905	4,231	34,136	40,012

A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table).
	-	-	-	-
	-	-	-	-
*Sub total*	-	-	-	-

**Total receipts **	29,905	4,231	34,136	40,012

A3 Payments
Housekeeping	475	-	475	239
IT costs	210	-	210	245
Oasis Buildingmaintenance - interior	1,015	-	1,015	68
Oasis Buildingmaintenance - exterior	1,005	-	1,005	779
Bron Wendon maintenance	-	-	-	1,693
Cleaning	880	-	880	700
Catering	2,423	-	2,423	2,763
Utilities	11,755	895	12,650	14,104
Legal fees	-	-	-	-
Insurance	335	-	335	574
Merchandise	-	-	-	-
Fire safety	571	-	571	-
Printing,postage & stationery	51	-	51	-
Vehicle runningcosts	1,831	-	1,831	2,071
Finance costs	532	-	532	179
Gifts	500	250	750	750
Sundry	-	1,278	1,278	619
	-	-	-	-
**Sub total **	21,582	2,423	24,005	24,784

A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table)
Oasis property	14,873	1,300	16,173	10,942
Garden equipment & improvements	1,298	150	1,448	2,751
Household equipment	905	311	1,216	1,160
*Sub total*	17,076	1,761	18,837	14,853

*Totalpayments*	38,658	4,184	42,842	39,637

*Net of receipts/(payments)*	(8,753)	47	(8,706)	375
A5 Transfers between funds	-	-	-	-
A6 Cash funds lastyear end	22,997	-	22,997	22,622
~~RCC CIO~~ *Cash funds thisyear end*	14,244	~~6~~ 47	14,291	~~March~~ ~~2025~~ 22,997

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories	Details	Unrestricted funds	Restricted funds	Total funds
		to nearest £	to nearest £	to nearest £
B1 Cash funds	Lloyds bank - current account	7,395	47	7,442
	Paypal account	6,849	-	6,849
		-	-	-
	*Total cash funds*	14,244	47	14,291


	Details	Fund to which asset belongs	Cost (optional)	Current value (optional)
B3 Investment assets	HMRC Gift Aid DUE AT YEAR END	Unrestricted	2,695	-
				-
				-
			-	-
			-	-

	Details	Fund to which asset belongs	Cost (optional)	Current value (optional)
B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use	Oasis property		445,007	-
	Gardening equipment & improvements		18,694	-
	Household equipment		4,152	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-

	Details	Fund to which liability relates	Amount due (optional)	When due (optional)
B5 Liabilities			-
			-
			-
			-
			-

Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees	Signature	Print Name		Date of approval
	S. Burt	S. BURT		14/12/2025
	A. Ratcliffe	A. RATCLIFFE		14/12/2025

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