Llando o Villa e Hall g g
Charity Registration Number: 1197280
Financial Statements for the year ended 31[st] December 2024
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the Charity Commission for England & Wales Guidelines (CC16a)
Prepared by: Ace Accounts & Bookkeeping Servies Ltd
Prepared by: Emma Sadler
Date of submission to Trustees: 28[th] August 2025
Trustees’ Annual Report
This report presents the objectives, activities, and financial performance of the charity during the year.
Objectives and Activities
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The objects of the charity are to maintain a Village Hall for the use of the inhabitants of Llandogo and the surrounding areas, without distinction of political, religious or other opinions including use for meetings, lectures, classes as well as all other forms of recreation and leisure activities to improve the lives of said inhabitants.
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Management of the Hall to ensure ongoing maintenance of facilities and the provision of events for local inhabitants in a safe and effective manner.
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We can confirm that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit.
Achievements and Performance
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It has been a successful year for the hall which has continued to provide a centre for a wide range of Village activities, including, but not limited to:
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Social Events such as film Nights, Race Nights, Wedding receptions, Parties, Whist Bingo, Village Produce Association Show, St David’s Event, Village Fete, Wye Valley river festival.
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Health and sporting activities for the village such as Yoga, Badminton, Pickleball and Pilates.
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The Hall is also the ongoing home of the Llandogo early years group providing excellent childcare for the community.
Financial Review
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The charity has a positive financial position at the end of the reporting year. This included a significant increase in income through a grant received.
Reserves Policy
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The Hall has no formal policy for holding reserves although the financial situation is monitored at monthly meetings.
Plans for the Future
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The Hall Committee will manage the Hall to continue to meet the needs of the village to provide a community hub for a broad range of events and activities. The committee will consider whether increases in hiring charges for the hall are required for the following year.
Structure, Governance and Management
- The charity is a CIO. The committee is elected at an AGM open to the village. The trustees are in turn nominated by the committee.
● Reference and Administrative details
Llandogo Vilalge Hall, Holmfield Drive, Llandogo, Monmouth, NP25 4TJ Charity Number: 1197280 Chair: Brian Hawkins Trustee: Lynne Parker Trustee: Howard Hughes Trustee: Margaret Phillips
Profit and Loss Account
This statement shows the income earned and expenditure incurred during the year.
| Category | Current Year (£) | Previous Year (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Rental Income | £14804 | £14618 |
| Charitable activities income | £3686 | £5368 |
| Grants – Restricted | £1369 | £25586 |
| Grants - Unrestricted | £0 | £0 |
| Other income | £0 | £0 |
| Total Income | £19859 | £45572 |
| Charitable activities | ||
| expenditure | ||
| Bank Fees | £71 | £72 |
| Insurance | £1129 | £1368 |
| Repairs & Maintenance | £4143 | £4258 |
| Office | £1348 | £2891 |
| Professional Fees | £1585 | £100 |
| Equipment | £1468 | £499 |
| Utilities | £4470 | £4433 |
| Depreciation | £3690 | £3690 |
| Total Expenditure | £17904 | £17311 |
| Net Surplus / (Deficit) | £1955 | £28261 |
Balance Sheet
The balance sheet shows the financial position of the charity at the year end.
| Assets / Liabilities | Current Year (£) | Previous Year (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed Assets | £21149 | £24839 |
| Current Assets | £0 | £0 |
| Cash at bank and in hand | £17723 | £10593 |
| Total Assets | £38872 | £35432 |
| Current Liabilities | £1585 | £100 |
| Net Assets | £37287 | £35332 |
| Reserves / Funds | £37287 | £35332 |
Notes to the Accounts
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Accounting policies – Equipment 20% & Fixtures & Fittings 10%
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Breakdown of income – See Profit & Loss
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Breakdown of expenditure – See Profit & Loss
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Reserves and funds – Fixed Assets plus Cash at Bank and in hand less Current Liabilities
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Related party transactions – None to report
Fixed Asset Register
| Fixed Asset Register | |
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| Fixtures & Fittings | Equipment |
| Cost £20160 £8369 |
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| Depreciation 31/12/2023 £2016 £1674 |
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| Depreciation 31/12/2024 £2016 £1674 |
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| Net Book Value 31/12/2024 £16128 £5021 |
Grants Received
Wye Valley County Council £1369
Approval of the Trustees
These accounts were approved by the trustees on 28/08/2025 and signed on their behalf by:
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