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KNUTSFORD TOGETHER
Charitable Incorporated Organisation Registered 2 December 2021
Charity Registration Number 1196898
Report and Financial Statements for the year ending 31 March 2025

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Trustees
Chairman
David Briggs CVO, MBE. KStJ
Appointed 9 September 2021
Treasurer
Rayna Jackson MA FCA
Appointed l March 2023
Sarah Flannery B Soc Sc
Appointed 9 September 2021
Dr Paddy Kearns
Appointed 9 September 2021
Rosie Longden
Appointed 9 September 2021
Resigned 17 February 2025
Piers McLeish
Appointed l June 2022
Registered Address
Dukenfield Hall, Knutsford Road . Mobberley .Knutsford . KNUTSFORD , Cheshire .
WA16 7PT

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Knutsford Together
Report of the Trustees for the year ending 31 March 2025
The Trustees are pleased to present their annual report together with the financial
statements for the year ending 31 March 2025.
The financial statements comply wrth the Charities Act 2011, and the Charities Statement
of Recommended Practice (applicable to charities preparing theiT accounts in accordance
with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" FRS
102) issued in October 2019.
Our purposes and activities
Set up in 2022 by former Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire David Briggs, Knutsford Together is
a Cheshire-based Charitable Incorporated Organisation that identifies. maps and connects
every agency. voluntary organisation and interest group in the WA16 postcode, covering
Knutsford Mobberley High Legh Ollerton and surrounding areas.
Our mission is to support local people in need, whether economic or social. Knutsford
Together exists to wajk alongside them to make a positive change in their lives going
fo￿ard. We seek to connect Knutsford residents with Government services such as
medical, social care, education, welfare benefits. and Council fvnded seNices according to
their circumstances. We also help to direct them towards Suitable services piovided by
charities and voluntary groups.
This enables us to provide the infrastructure and practical framework to allow anyone in
our area to overcome the disconnection between statutory support, community and
voluntary services and activities. and find the support they didn't even know existed.
Our ne￿Ork is able to reach and connect everyone in need with everything our Knutsford
community has to offer. and where necessary encourage new services to fill any gaps.
By harnessing the power of the community and humankindness we create the opportunity
for any individual in Knutsford - regardless of any formal training or qualifi'cations - to help
another human being in need: this will not onty help the person in need but will also
provide great satisfaction to the person offering to help and making the initsal connection.
We aim to effect support for individuals which will reduce the negative social
psychological and medical impact of people in need and experiencing "life's
difficulties"
Achievements and perfomiance
During this year we have built on the success of our first ftjll year of operation. With full
time staff members we have been able to provide a regular weekly well-being walk for
those residents with limited mobility and their carers. We are especialty pleased that those
attending the walk, many of whom had not felt able to venture outdoors without our
support. have made triendships with each other which enable them to have their own
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We have also, with the help of a grant from the Cheshire East Flourish Fund, established
our befriending service. A volunteer management scheme has been set up with the
intention of ensuring that volunteers are able to regularly visit housebound and lonely
residents who we have identified through our work. These visits are intended to improve
client's mental health and reduce their dependence on NHS setvices.
The biggest source of referrals to our service is Knutsford Medical Partnership ("KMP°).
whose social prescribers have an excellent working relationship with our staff.
Attendance at our weekly Talking Café has grown substantial￿. This is now an integral part
of our service; word of mouth ensures that the number of attendees grows organically and
it is obvious that the Talking Café is serving a fundamental need for social interaction and
integration whilst also providing the opportunity ft)r guests to access bespoke support and
signposting help from our competent staff. The evidence we continue to g&n is that the
Talking Cafe is succeeding in reducing social isolation. attendees are making new
friendships leading to renewed community involvement, and referrals for additional help
continue to increase. The many compliments and unsolicited donations we have received
at the Café assures us that our seDiice is both necessary and appreciated.
Our Chief Officer was honoured by Knutsford Town Council in their 2024 Community
Awards under the 'Extra Mile, category which fecognises someone who. in their paid
employment. has gone above and beyond for the benefit of the local cornmunity. Nicola
had been nominated for her OLrtstanding leadership of Knutsford Together and for helping
people in Knutsford find the support they need in difficult ts"mes.
The feedback we￿e received from dients has been extremety positive. To quote some of
their words..
"I felt upset when l arrived at the Talking Café. This has just lrfted me. I feel so much better"
"Knutsford Together has changed my Irfe.
Our Financing
We are acutely aware of the need for funding to support our activities and ambitions, and
are extremely grateful for the grant fvnding that we have obtained from Cheshire East
Council and the Oglesby Charitable Trust. The climate for grant funding remans extremely
tough, and we would like to express our thanks to the very generous private organisations
and donors detwled in note 7 to the accounts and in particular Oliver Valves Ltd. For
thecoming year our ￿ndraSing activities will continue to target philanthropic donors and
grant-giving bodies.
In shaping our objectives for the year and planning our activities, the trustees have read
and had regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit.

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Financial review
Review of the year
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Knutsford Together was formed as an entlty in December 2021. but did not start operating
until March 2022. The attached financial statements cover the period ending on 31 March
2025.
The results for the year and Knutsford Together's financial position at the end of the year
are shown in the attached financial statements
During the year we had income of £99.551 (20234 £67.026), of which £3.404 was
restricted (202&4 £10,000) . and expenditure of £81,468 (20234 £72.070), of which
£3,404 (20234 £10.0(K)) was restricted. There was a surplus of £18,083, (2023-4 deficit of
£5.044) which was added to reserves. We aiso have received funds in advance totalling
£12,079 to fund part of our 202&6 activits'es.
Reserves policy
We have a policy of maintaining reserves SLrfficient to cover four months running
expenses.
Plans for future years
We have long had an ambition to improve wellbeing by bringing Parkrun to Knutsford.
Parkruns (a collection of sk events for runners. walkers and volunteers) take place at more
than 2,0(X) locations in 23 countries across five continents every week. As a result of much
dedicated work by our Chief Officer we have identth'ed a likely venue and obtained fijnding
for part of the set-up costs. Not only will this provide exercise and friendship for those who
participate in the run, but it will enable residents who are not runners to participate as
volunteers and marshats at the events. giving them a sense of purpose and belonging to
Knutsford and improve their mental heatth. It will also help to promote our services to
many more local people.
th the benefit of the FIouTi5h Fund grant from Cheshire East we wll be implements'ng our
befriending group, based on a small group of volunt￿rS who will be recruited and trained
to 'befriend' those of our clients who need this support. Loneliness is recognised as a
major national issue and our locai experience confirms this. It is hoped that our befriending
scheme will prove to be pivotal to answering this need.
Structure, Governance and Management
Knutsford Together is a Charitable IncortK)rated Organisation which is governed by a
constitution. Its objects are for the public benefit the protection and preseNation of good
health and wellbeing and the relief of persons who are in need by reason of age, ill-health,
bereavement or unemployment or other sociai disadvantage in such ways and by such
charitable means as the Trustees may frorn time to time decide. The Trustees have agreed
that its work will be carried out for the benefft of residents of the WA16 postal area.
New Trustees are appointed ty resolution of the existing Trustees. They are selected
having regards to the skills. knowledge and experien￿ needed for the effective
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Trustees are encouraged to attend appropriate training events where these will facilitate
the undertaking of their role. They aTe required to have training in safeguarding.
Approved by the Trustees on 10 July 2025 and signed on their behalf by David Briggs.
Chairman

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KNUTSFORD TOGFfHER
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES
For the year ended 31 March 2025
I report on the financial statements of Knutsford Together CIO for the year ended 31 March
2025, which are set out on pages 8 to 13.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's
trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the
Charities Act 2011 {"the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
Having satisfied myself that the chanty is not subject to audit under company law and is
eligible for independent examination. it is my responsibility to:
examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act.
to follow the procedures laid down in the generd Directions given by the Charity
Commission (under section 145{5)(b) of the Charities Act), and
to state whether particular matters have come to rny attents.on
&asis of independent examinevs statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with General Directions given by the
Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accountsng records kept by
the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also
includes consideration of any unusual items 01 disclosures in the accounts, and seeking
explanations from the trustees concerning any such rnatters. The procedures undertaken
do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no
opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a Irue and fair view. and the report is
limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's Statement
In connection with my examination. no material matters have come to my attention which
gives me cause to believe that in. any material respect:
the accounting records were not kept in accordan￿ with section 130 of Ihe
Charities Act-, or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records,. or
the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form
and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports)
Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a "true and
fair" view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention
should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper undersLanding of the accounts to
be reached.
Signed on 11 July 2025 by Peter David Willg005e A.C.l.B.

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KNUTSFORD TOGETHER
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
Total
2025
Total
2024
Income from
Restricted Grants
Unrestricted Grants
Donations
HMRC Giftaid
Bank Interest
Total income
3,404
3,404 10,000
10,000
8L843 52,370
2,862
3,001
65
10,0
81,843
2,862
Expendlture on
Charitable activities
Operation of the
charity
78
Net incomel(deficit)
Funds brought
forward
Funds carried
fornard
48.708
48,708 53,752
The Statement of Financial Activits"es includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities
The notes on pages 10 to 13 form an integrd part of these accounts.

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KNUTSFORD TOGEfHER
BALANCE SHEET
As at 31 March 2025
Total
2025
Total
2024
Currenl assets
Debtors
Cash at bank
235
565
143
Total current assets 12
80.800
50,473
Liabilities
Deferred Grants
Deferred Donations
Donations
Amounts failing due within one year
6.746
5,333
13
Net cumt assets
Total net assets
Funds of the charity
Unrestricted income funds
Restricted income funds
60.045
74
48,708
Total funds
The notes on pages io to 13 form an integral part of these accounts.
These financial statements were approved by the Board on 10 July 2025
and are signed on its behalf by David Briggs, Chajman.

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KNUTSFORD TOGETHER
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ended 31 March 2025
l Accounting Policies
The principal accounting policies adopted. judgements and key sources of
estimation uncertarnty in the preparation of the financial sLatements are as
follows..
2 Basis of accounting
2.1 Basis of preparation
These accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convents'on with
items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the
relevant note(s) to these accounts.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting
by Charities: Statement of Recornmended Practice applicable to charities
preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reportsng Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective l January 2015)
Charities SORP (FRS 102), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the
UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.
Knutsford Together CIO meets the definition of a public benefit ents'ty under FRS
102.
2.2 Preparation of the accounts on a going concern basis
The charity reported totai funds at the year end of £66,791, of which £60,045 is
unrestricted. It has already secured a significant amount of funding for the current
year. The trustees are of the view that the immediate future of the charity for the
next 12 to 18 months is secure and that on this basis the charity is a going
concern.
3 Income
3.1 Recognition of income
Income is recognised when the charrty has entitlement to the resources, any
performance conditions attached to the item(s) of income have been met. it is more
likely than not that the resources will be received and the monetary value can be
measured with sufficient reliability.
3.2 Offsetting
There has been no offsetting of assets and liabilities, or income and expenses.
unless required or permitted by FRS102 SORP or FRSIO2.
3.3 Grants and donations
Income from grants, is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds.
any performance conditions attached to the grants have been met. it is probable
that the income will be re￿iVed and the amount can be measured reliably and is
not deferred. Income received in advance of the provision of a specified service is
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3.4 Interest receivable
Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can
be measured reliably by the charity.
3.5 Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds are available to spend on activrties that further any of the
purposes of the charity. Restricted funds are grants and donats'ons which the donor
has specffied are to be solely used for particular areas of the charity's work or for
specific projects being undertaken by the charity.
4 Expenditure and liabilities
4.1 Liability recognition
Liabilities are recognised when it is more likely than not that there is a legal or
constructive obligation committtng the charity to pay out resources and the amount
of the obligation can be measured with reasonable certainty.
4.2 Charitable activities
Expenditure on charitable actfvities includes the costs of work and other activities
undertaken to further the purposes of the charity and their associated support
costs.
4.3 Governance and support costs
Support costs have been ailo&ited between governance cost and other support.
Governance costs comprise all costs involving public accountabilty of the charity
and its compliance with regulation and good practsce.
Support costs are those functions that assist the work of the charity but do not
directly undertake charitable actsvities.
4.4 Irrecoverable VAT
Itrecoverable VAT is cnaigea as a cost aganst the actrvty for which the
expenditure was incurred.
4.5 Provisions for liabilities
A liability is measured on recognition at its historical cost and then subsequently
measured at the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation at the
reporting date.
Anatysis of income
5 Income from restricted grants
2025
2024
Knutsford Town Council
Cheshire East Council
Total
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6 Income from unrestricted grants
2025
2024
Oglesby Charitable Trust
Total
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7 Donations
2025
2024
Oliver Valves Ltd
PasTest Charity
Anonymous
Other
40,000
10,000
30,000
40.000
10,000
Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities
8 Charitable activities
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
Funds
Funds
2025 2024
Direct
Staff salaries
Pension and social security costs
Talking and other cafes
Training
Website and IT
65,697
3,260
1.618 67,315 51,894
82 3,342 2,106
970
1,500 2,470
700
137
5.596 14,597
5.596
Telephone
Accountancy
Advertising
Bank charges
Insurance
Volunteer Expenses
Recruitment
Other
416
527
158
416
527
158
490
446
492
63
573
494
204
204
124
Legal
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Analysls of staff costs and numbers
Number of full time employees
Salaries
Social security cost
Pension cost - defined contribution scheme
2025
2024
£67,315 £51,894
£1,697 £1,014
£1645 £1
10 Transactions with trustees
None of the trustees have been pad any remuneration or recetved any other
benefits from an employment with the charity.
No trustee expenses have been incurred in the year.
There have been no related party transactions in the year.
Debtors
2025 2024
Social security overpayment
Bank interest receivable
HMRC giftaid receivable
Total
235
143
35
Cash at bank
This comprises cash at bank and short term cash investments with less than 96
days maturity date.
Liabilities falling due ￿￿thIn one year
2025 2024
Donations received in advance
Cheshire East 2024-25 Flourish grant recetved in advance
Accruats
Total
5,333
6.746
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