THRAPSTON TOWN BAND
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31[ST] JANUARY 2025
THRAPSTON TOWN BAND PERIOD ENDED 31[ST] JANUARY 2025 TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
Charity number: 1201067 Principal Address: 15 Tos Close Titchmarsh Ke7ering NN14 3DW Trustees:* Robert Johnson (Chair) Tracey Compton-Marrio7 Christopher Lowe Alex Vaughan
Structure, governance and management
Governing document: ConsNtuNon How the charity is cons=tuted: CIO (AssociaNon) Trustee selec=on method: Elected annually at the AGM
Objec3ves and ac3vi3es
The object of the Charity shall be to advance, improve, develop and maintain public educaNon in, and appreciaNon of, the art and science of music, in parNcular the art of brass band playing by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentaNon of concerts and public events.
Public beneft
The Trustees are aware of the requirements of the ChariNes Act 2011 regarding the reporNng of the public benefit of the charity. In se[ng the charity’s objecNves and planning acNviNes, the trustees and management have given consideraNon to the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit and believe that the charity meets the public benefit requirement.
THRAPSTON TOWN BAND PERIOD ENDED 31[ST] JANUARY 2025 TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT CONTINUED
The band has various acNvates that directly or indirectly help it meet its charitable objecNves.
Public performances
The band performs at a wide range of events to entertain the public. These include formal concerts, fetes and parades. Whilst all different in nature, these performances provide a benefit the local community by bringing people together to appreciate brass band music. O*en the band provide it’s services free of charge for the benefit of the local community.
Rehearsals & Tui=on
The band holds rehearsals twice a week, during these sessions tuiNon is provided to new players of all abiliNes to read music and play brass instruments. The learner classes are aimed at complete beginners, typically these groups are made up of young people from the local area. The band does however provide lessons to anyone aged 8-80. TuiNon is provided by volunteers free of charge as our aim is to be inclusive to all.
Brass Band Contests
The band prepares for and parNcipates in music contests, improving quality of performances and advancing the art of brass music for the benefit of its members and the general public.
Achievement and performance
In the period covered by this report, the objecNve of the Charity as listed above has been achieved through performances at contests, concerts and public events. Some events have been free of charge for the public to enjoy.
Our performances have been underpinned by an ongoing rehearsal schedule, band training and the teaching of learners in the art of Brass Band playing.
ContesNng Successes:
September 2024 – NaNonal Brass Band Championships of Great Britain (Third SecNon - 12th Place) November 2024 – 1st Place at LBBA “Open” Brass Band Contest (Third SecNon) March 2024 – 3rd Place at Midlands Regional Brass Band Championships (Third SecNon) The band is invited to NaNonal Brass Band Championships of Great Britain in September 2024.
Financial review
The charity showed a £4,231 surplus for the year.
The charity currently has no formal reserves policy. The trustees expect to maintain working balance of no less than £5,000 to cover running expenses
Other op3onal Informa3on
None.
THRAPSTON TOWN BAND ST PERIOD ENDED 31 JANUARY 2025 RECEIPTS & PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS Period Ending 31Jan2025 Period Ending 31Jan2024 lthrestrlrted Rerkted Endowment Funds Funds Fund5 Current Year Last Year Enga8ement Fees Bu5kin8 GiftAid Donations Fundraising Membership Fees O%vn Concerts Grants 3,020 2.772 2,376 8,145 2,179 3,137 3.683 2,000 1,400 28,713 3,020 2,772 2,376 8,145 2,179 3,137 3,683 2,000 1,400 28,713 2.925 2.247 958 1.845 1.646 1,555 2.458 Other Total Intome I,oio 14,644 Muslcal Dlrector Rent 6,460 157 858 300 1.646 97 251 6,460 157 858 300 1,646 97 251 5,240 34 773 Insurance ElectrScSty Travel Gifts Muslc 1.700 97 407 P05tageand Carri74e Offitr Ststionery Cemputsr & Software nMemberShiP Fee5 Contesting Fees Atossories Instruments Repairs & Renewals Unifurm Bank Charges General Expenses Trainin8 Cu5ts Refreshments Other Tota Expenst 25 25 17 254 148 415 iio 105 601 iio 105 601 864 5,020 6.050 264 209 864 5,020 6,050 264 209 1,020 326 48 200 237 237 1,003 760 252 730 487 730 487 loo 12,794 24A72 24A72 Net SurplusllDefldtl forthe year 4241 4241 IA50
THRAPSTON TOWN BAND PERIOD ENDED 31[ST] JANUARY 2025 ASSETS & LIABILITIES
Signed on behalf of all the trustees:
Signature: Print Name: Alex Vaughan Date of approval: 18/11/2025
Trustees & members Thrap5ton Town Band clo 15 Tofts C105e Tiichmarsh NN143DW 12.11.2025 RE.. Independent examlner's report to the trustees ofThrap8ton Town Band I report to the tru5t888 on my examination of rhe accounts ol Thrapsion Town Band for the year ended 31 $1 January 2025 Responsibilltles and ba$1$ of report As the charity trustees of the Trusi you are responsible for the preparation of the aocounts In accordance with th8 requirements of the Charities Act 2011 I'the Act'l. I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out Ljndei section 145 of the 2011 Act in c8rrying out my examination I have followed 811 the 8pplicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act. Independent examiner's stat8m8nt I have ch8ck8d the form and conteni of the accounts and audited all paperwork submitted to m8, and 8m s8tisfi8d the r8¢ords arg Consistent, correct and kept to th& required siandard fo.. the accounts ofThrapston Town Band. There are no outstanding queries or matter5 of concern. Name.. Nicky Gibson Address.. 17 A. 67AfvtF£S5. Date.- 1211112025