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Croxteth Park Volunteer Group
Trustees’ Annual Report
for the year ended 31[st] January 2026
Reference and Administrative Details
Charity name: Croxteth Park Volunteer Group
Charity registration number: 1194839
Principal address:
The Kennels, Croxteth Park, L12 0HB
Trustees:
The trustees who served during the period were:
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Christine Beyga – Chair
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Claire Beyga – Secretary
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Steven Kelly – Treasurer
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Anthony Beyga – Volunteer Coordinator
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Carol Platt
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Pat Helsby
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Lynne Condell
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Karen Fairhurst
Bankers:
Barclays
Structure, Governance and Management
Governing document
Trustee appointment and induction
Trustees are appointed in accordance with the governing document. New trustees receive an induction covering the charity’s aims, governance responsibilities, safeguarding, health and safety, and financial controls.
Management
The charity is managed by the trustees, all of whom act in a voluntary capacity. Day-today activities are coordinated through volunteer leads and regular trustee meetings.
Objectives and Activities
Objects
The objects of Croxteth Park Volunteer Group are:
Croxteth Park Volunteer Group exists to support the conservation of the park and record biodiversity to ensure legacy for future generations
Public benefit
The trustees have had due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. The charity’s activities benefit the public by supporting the maintenance, accessibility, and enjoyment of Croxteth Park for local residents and visitors, while providing inclusive volunteering opportunities that promote wellbeing, skills development, and community cohesion.
Activities undertaken to achieve objectives
During the year, the charity undertook the following key activities:
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Organised and delivered regular volunteer sessions supporting park maintenance, conservation, and presentation
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Supported Liverpool City Council and park staff with practical tasks and events
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Encouraged community participation through volunteering opportunities open to all
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Promoted environmental awareness, heritage appreciation, and stewardship of Croxteth Park
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Supported public events and seasonal activities within the park
These activities directly advanced the charity’s objects and delivered clear public benefit.
Financial Review
Financial position
stable The charity’s financial position at the end of the year was
Principal sources of income
Income was derived from:
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Donations
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Fundraising activities
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Grants
Reserves policy
The trustees aim to maintain modest reserves sufficient to meet ongoing operational costs and manage unforeseen expenditure.
Risk Management
The trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, including:
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Volunteer health and safety
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Financial sustainability
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Dependence on volunteer availability
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Weather and environmental factors affecting outdoor activities
Appropriate policies, insurance, safeguarding measures, and financial controls are in place to mitigate these risks.
Plans for Future Periods
In the coming year, the trustees intend to:
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Maintain and grow volunteer participation
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Continue supporting Croxteth Park’s conservation and presentation
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Strengthen partnerships with park management and local stakeholders
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Explore additional funding and fundraising opportunities
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Enhance volunteer support
Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards.
Approval
This report was approved by the trustees and signed on their behalf:
Signed: Christine Beyga
Name: Christine Beyga Position: Chair Date: 31[st] January 2026
| CPVG Annual Accounts | |
|---|---|
| Income | £11,781.53 |
| Expenditure | £709.52 |
| Balance | £11,072.01 |