theculturehouse engage, excite & inspire Flnanclal Statements For the ar end 318t March 2025 Re 18tered Charl Number: 20 Com Num .. CE032214 15.12.2025
The Cultsre House CIO Flnandal Ststements for the ar ended 3tst March 2025 Contents Trustees, Report Independent Examlnerfs Report Statement of Flnancial Attfvities io Balance Sheet li Notes to the Financial Statements 12-13 Detailed Income and Eypendlture Account 14
theculturehouse engage, excite & inspire The Culture House CIO Charlty No. 1203001 Company No. CE032214 Annual report 2024 - 2025 Report of the trustees for the year ending 31 March 2025. The trustees are pleased to present their annual report together with the consolidated financial statements of the charity for the year ending 31 March 2025. which are also prepad to meet the requirements for a directors, report and accounts for Companies Act purposes. The financial ststements comply with the Charities Act 1993, the Companies Act 1985, the Memorandum and Articles of Association. and the Statement of Recommended Practice - Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP 2005). ChaIS report As we reflect on our joumey at The Culture House, we are proud to reaffirm our longstanding commitment to elevating the cultural landscape of North East Lincolnshire. Slnce becoming a charity in 2023, our role as a locally-led arts and cultural organisation has never been more vital. ThroLJgh strategic collaborations with a diverse array of partners, we consistently produce impactful projects that inspire, educate, and uplift our community. We are thrilled to report that in 2024-2025, 100¥0 of our audiences would recommend a Culture House event to a friend - a testament to our dedlcatlon to excellence. Recognised as a 'National Portfolio Organisation, by Arts Council England, we are at the forefront of driving creative growth and expanding access to cultural opportunities acro&s North East Lincolnshire. Our inclusive initiatives not only animate publlc spaces but also transfomi perceptions, foster inspiration and ambition within our communities.
The positive feedback from stakeholders and the public reinforces the importance of our worK highlighling our value and influence. Our strategic partnerships with local authorities, businesses, other stakeholders and the broader arts sector are cruclal In advancing qualty programming that enhances audience engagement and creative participation. Aligned with Arts Council England's objectives, our 2024-2025 prognqmme effectively delivered on its 'Cultural Communities. and 'Creative People, strategic outcomes. with North East Lincolnshire designated as an Arts Council England Priortty Place, we are well-positioned to lever signfficant investments and play a pivotsl role in the delivery of the area's creativty strategy. Looking ahead, we are committed to innovation. including the integration of sustainable practices and programming that refiects both contemporary Britain and arts practice, ensuring that our work remains groundbreaking and relevant. We remain excited about the future and the transformative impact we can achieve in our place through culture. Emma Olivler-Townrow Chair- The Culture House CIO Who we are The Culture House is a Grimsby-based arts organisation, originally established in 2010, with a fourteen-year track record of working to 'engage, excite and inspire. residents of and ViSFtors to North East Lincolnshire through arts and culture. We widen access to creative opportunities and in an area of very low arts engagement and participation. In 2023 we became both an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and a Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Our Mission is to Transforni futures through the power of creativity and culture. The Object of The Culture House CIO is: For the public benefft to advance the education of the public in, and the appreciation of. the visual, applied. performing and written arts in all their aspects. in Grimsby and North East Lincolnshire. parttculaty but not exclusively by: organising and promoting ind(K)r and outdoor arts events including local arts festivals; assisting in the provision of work experien prograrnmes for young people interested in the creative industrtes.
What we did During 2024125 , The Culture House delivered an extensive programme of cultural activity in North East Lincolnshire, which engaged new and existing audiences for culture and provided many impactful creatlve opportunilles for all ages. The programme comprised six strands: Placernaking. Outdoor Events, Indoor Events, 'Made in Grimsby, (commissioning local talent to develop new work), 'Grown in Grimsby, (creative sector development) and 'Taking Part, in Grimsby (workshops). 2024- 2025 in numbers: 16,767 live audience 18 days of outdoor events 11 indoor events 233 paid artists in total (national & local) 7 local artists commissions 108 workshops 2452 participants learning new creative skills 32 partnerships 14 sponsorships 2131 digital audience Placemaking Overview: Our strand of work that responds to place, while increasing cultural opportunity. raising pride levels and demonstrating the differences culture can make. Our Futuro Starts H•re (OFSH) With a focus on 'shifting the narrative. about Grimsby. highlights'ng Grimsby's place in the world now and exploring sustainable futures. 'Our Future Starts Here, is an innovative, future-facing and accessible arts and cultural programme hosting outdoor national touring shows, installations, talks, creative workshops and nature activities. 94Vo very good or good qualty rating from audiences. "Excellent choice of show8, we really enjoyed experfencing new things in our area." _ OFSH Audience Member Ediblo Grlmsby Working in national partnership with Emergency Exit Arts, Green Futures, The Canopy Community Hub and more, we produced a joyful festival in StJ8mes' Square, Grimsby.
This proje¢t with 8 theme of 'grow, cook share,, featured a blend of live performance, music, free food tastings made by local community groups and hosted national artists. People engaged with high quality. immersive and local musicians performed on a 'Made in Grimsby, music stage while community Stalls promoted services and edwce agencies. 98Yo of respondents felt it thps either 'importanf or 'extremely important to have access to these kind of events l activities in North East Lincolnshire,. "The area never used to have events Ilke thls hosted, so It brlngs some Ilfe and happiness to the town of Grimsby" . Edible Grimsby Audience Member Outdoor Events Programme A series of free outdoor events enabling engagement and participation in culture and creativity in public places and green spaS throughout North East Lincolnshire. Events included Picnic in the Park summer series of live music and nature activity, Everybody Loves the Sunshine festival which focuses on enabling access to diverse live music from credible national artists, Grubfest a locally-led food market for which we programmed accessible street theatre and 'A Community Christmas., brass band and singalong event, which saw 350 people joining in with carols outdoors. The programme overall garnered a 98Yo very good or good quality rating from audiences. °Once again the Culture House has brought a great chilled out event to Grlmsby to enhance oursummer vibesll Long may they reignl By the looks of the ¢mwds here, it's an event[that] residents have come to anticipate and look forward tolr. Audlence Member, Picnic in the Park Indoor Events Programme We delivered a relatively new programme of INe perfomiance in the Living Room - a small and intimate space in Cleelhorpes, designed to create a platfom for micro events and musicians and performers who want to be heard and for audiences vtho want to listen. 1 OOOh very good or good qualty rating from audiences and participants. "Another fantastlc event. Where do you find these artlsts??" Audience Member, The Living Room Grown in Grimsby - Sector Development Programme
Theatre workshops hosted at Franklin Sixth Fonrj College for Perfoming Arts students 1 year-long work experience plament which kd to the candidate securing long term employment, growing confidence and skills. Paid support slots for local musicians cross event programme. Made in Grimsby - Advocacy and Promotion We promoted the importance of culture as a contributor to regeneration. health. wellbeing & community building through our work. We commissioned place-based arts and spoke at regional and national events, induding the Outdoor Arts UK conference and as part of the Future Humber pla brand launch. Taking Part in Grimsby - Participation programme All prograrnmes included opportunitFes for creative participation. increasing cultural opportunilies and supporting self-expre&8ion and well-being. 108 workshops 2452 participants leaming new creative skills Impact We have extensive dats to eviden the impact of our programmes. Qualttative feedback tells us we are: Meeting a need for cultural provision that is valued Increasing aCsS to culture and creative opportunities for all while proving demand for more Promoting and creatiro inclusivty and a sense of cornmunty. along with an appreciation of 'culture' and why it matters Continualty raising prhle of place, while enhancing residents experiences of living in I visiknng North East Lincolnshire Raising aspirations amongst all ages and giving people reasons to feel good Providing opportunities to explore sustainable fvtUS through art and culture Connecting people to local green spaces and promotirg environmental responsibility
Organisational Development During 2024r25 we have delivered on commitments aligned with Arts Council England's Inveslrnent Principles and embedded them into our organisational plans and activities. 'Ambltlon and quality. We have vieWed how we approach evaluation with new methods intrOdUd to capture qualitstive feedback around how Culture House activty makes people feel. Feedback continues to shape future programmes We joined national peers when chairing a panel tslk at Outdoor Arts UK Conference on dNersity and inclusion. We continue to attend regional and national sector events. 'Dynamism' In 2024 - 2025 we began to actively raise funds through more dwerse income streams. including ticket sales and sponsorships. Exec team attended a six-week 'business accelerator programme focussed on driving business growth and marketing and undertook access training with Wtthout Walls. Business Manager has developed a draft business plan for a multi-use space in Grimsby. 'Environmentsl Responsibility. Exec Team attended Carbon Reduction workshop to support understanding and prepare an action plan. Everyday business operations rate low on Scope 1 carbon emissions. CUUre House have been awarded an Oh Yes Net Zero (Humber Carbon reduction initiative) Silver Membership Award for commitinent and work to reduce carbon emissions. 'Incluslvlty & Relevance, Exec team attended an Access and Indusion training workshop facilitated by Without Walls. We continue to gather information through evaluation to help understand the Culture House aUdIenS and where they come from to help to shape relevant and inclusive programmes and to communicate directly with audtences. A board recruitment plan is in pla for the 2025r26 period. with the airn of attracting new members to support the organisalion's goals and growth during this time. Steering group meetings held with local communty groups, charitw and education partners lo scope out the future of Our Future Starts Here and Edible Grimsby. Governance and Compliance The CUUre House became a Charitable Ino)rporated Organisation in May 2023. Charity number: 1203001
Company number. CE032214 Principal Office: The Business Hive. 13 DUdY Street. Grimsby. DN312AW Our advisers Independent Examlnerg: Rebecca Beaton Accountancy Services Bankern: Unty Trust Bank Dlr•ctor8 and tru8t••8 The directors of the charitsble company (the charity) a its trustees for the purpose of charity law. Tha trustees and Offir$ serving during the year and since the year end were as follows: Emma Olivier Townrow (appointed 26 June 2003) Slmon Webster: Trustee (Appolnted June 2024) Tracy Stringfellow (appointed September 2025) Benjamin Taylor (appointed September 2025) Strueturn, Govomance and Management Goveming Documenl The Culture House is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) govemed by its Constitution dated 09 May 2003). It is registered with the Charity Commission. The constitution is based on the model constitution provided by the Charity Commission for a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) whose only voting members are rts tharity trustees. New trustees undergo an induction to brief them on their legal obligations under charity and company law, the Charity Cornmission guidanc8 on public benefft, contsnt of Constitution, the committee. the decision-making prosses, the business plan and cent financial performance of the charity. Trustees are encouraged to attend appropriate extemal training events where these will facilitate the undertaking of their role. Organlsatlon The board of trustees. which can have up to 12 members. administers the charity. The board meets quarterly. A Chief Executive is appointed by the trustees to manage the day-ttrday operations of the charity. To facilitate effective operations, the Chief Executive has delegated authority, within terns of delegation approved by the trustees, for operational matters including finance. employment and artistic perf0rrnan relate activity-
Related parties None of our trustees receive remuneration or other benefft from their work with the charrty. Any connection beeen a trustee or senior manager of the charity with a production company, contracted actor, performer or exhibitor must be disclosed to the full board of trustees in the same way as any other contractual latiOnShIp with a related party. Risk Management In fulfilling its objectives, The Culture House is committed to identifying and managing risks that could impact its operations, reputation and ability to deliver services. The trustees are fully aware of their responsibility in relation to Risk Management and regularly review the risk register to assess potential threats and ensure appropriate measures are in place to mitigate them. This includes implementing effective financlal controls through monitoring management accounts and the adoption and review of a Financial Procedure8 manual. A full set of policies ensure compllance with legal and regulatory requirements. By proactively managing risks, The Culture House strives to maintain the trust of rts stakeholders and ensure the sustainabilty of its work. Closing thoughts and future plans 2024 - 2025, following our first year simultaneously as both a new charity and National Portfolio Organisation, saw us solidly deliver a range of impacfful projects that are well-appreciated by people in our place. Evaluation tells us that Culture House activities continue to have a signifint impact on local people and on their relationship with, and thelr perceptions of, North East Lincolnshire. We've continued to build upon the good work of the last 14 years, fying the flag for culture, while ensurlng public money provides positive experiences for people. Our 2025 - 2028 fundralslng plan will see applications made to a diverse range of small and large funders to support scaling up the organisation and our activities, seeing the organisation on its way to reaching Its fvll potential.
Inde ndent Examinern re I report on the accounts of the charity for the year er#Yed 31st Marth 2025 which are set out on pages 9 to 13. tive res nsibilitses of trustees and exami The charity's trustees are responsible for the pyeparation of the a(x4)unts. The ¢harity's trustees cnSIder that an audit is not requi Ihis year under se¢lion 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) arKI that an ind&F*tht examination is needed. It is my responsibilty to: examine the accounts under se¢li¢)n 145 of the 2011 Art follow the prottdures laid down in the general D1CtionS gNen by the Charrty Commission under section 145151(bl of the 2011 Art and state wh6th8r parbcular mattefs have come to my attention asis of inde en minerfs My examination vras carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commisston. An examination includes a review of the accounting rel5 kept by the charity and a comparison of the acLounts presented those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disdosures in the accounts. and seeking explanations from you as Irustees ¢cming any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not prowde all the evidence Ihal would be required in an audiL and ¢onsequenWy no opinion is given as to whether the a(#))unts present 'true and fair vievl and the rewt is limited to tr$6 matters set out in the statement below. ndent examinees statement In connection with my examination, rn matter has come lo my altentim: {1) which gives me reasonabk cause to believe thal in any material respecl, the requirements.. to keep accounting records in accordan wryth secbon 130 of the 2011 Act arKI to wepare OUnts which a(rd wilh the acrnunling recg)rds and rnpty wth the am)unting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met or 12) to vthich, in my opinion. attenlion sh(Id be in ordw to enable a proper understanding of the accounts tt) be reached. Rebecca Beaton MAAT Rebecca Beaton Accountancy sen4s Ltd Waters Edge Business Centre. Maltkikn Lane, Barton urw)n Humber. DN18 5JR
The Culture House CIO Statement of Flnandal Actlvltles For the year ended 31st March 2025 Unrestrlrted Unrestrlrted FUNIS Funds 2025 2024 Incomlng resources from generated funds: Arts Councll and local 8rants 211,822 64,971 Total Grant Income 211.822 64,971 Incomlng resources from Charltable ArtNltSes: Event Income 49,161 63 Total IOrnI resources 260.983 65,033 Resourc Empended Charltable actlvltles 179.151 20,298 Admlnlstratlve costs 57.974 12876.6 Totsl Resources Expended 237,124 33,175 Net IornIng resources 23.859 31,858 Fund 8alances brought forward 31.858 Fund balances carrled forwanl 55,717 31,858 io
The Cultur• House CIO Balan Sheet a5 at 31$1 M4rth 2025 Nx Fixiure5 and Fftilngs Leasehold improvemet)ts Computer Equlpment Cuffent Account 58.461 47.rn Petty Cash 27 Oeposfts VAT Debtor 1.197 Prepayments and accrued income Debtors 61413 nt Uabllltl Creditors.. Amounts fallin8 due wrthln one year 4535 9,1(Kl Accrua15 Other Creditors: 1,771 PAYE aryl Pension Payable Wages Payable VAT 1913 4.324 6.696 17,136 Total Assets less current Ilabilitses and net assets 55.717 3L858 tala Unrestrlcted Funds Balance Bought foThvard 31A58 net Surpluslloss for year 23A59 3L858 Balon¢e Carrled forward 315t Marth 2025 55.717 3L858 li
The Hou•• ¢10 Not¢• to thg Flnanclal Slatsments For1 year end1 31•t March X+25 (•) Tho ntl00 g publ1¢ borfft enllly dgfin¢d by FRS 102. The account• h4vo been prep•r•d on the •ccruals ba81•. In accord&nc8 with 8ppllcabt8 accounting 8tsnd8rd8, Ihe Ch8ritl85 20118nd ACCOUnng 8nd R8POrtlng by Ch8rilles'. Stat8mont 01 Reojmmended Practlra oppllcabl8 to th8rftl88 Weparfng thelr aCuntI In accordan the Fingnc(al Raportlng StAndard •pplleAb In th• UK snd RepubllGof lrnlqnd publlihed on 18 2014188 8m8ndod by Update Bullotln 1 publl¥had on 2 FebNary 20161 Ind the Flnanclal RepOrty Sndard applle4bkry UK And RepublOf Ireland IFRS 1021, gubleet to any Ilmltath)ni du• to lack of h1•torI1 thfomiatton. The finaftd81 statements havo be•n prnpared lo qfve a Irue and falf vt•w and hAv• d•part•d from Ch•dtlei (Aco)unls arth1 Reportil Rlgulallons 2008 only to th• •xt•nt rnqulred to provldfr a 'lru• And f8lr VW. ThlB d8Partur• hab Involv•d lollowSno th• Accounllty ind Raportlng by ChirttI.. Sl•t•menl of Recommend¥d Prnctic• appllcable to ehgr11l preyrlng thelr iee4unt• In AtLordanca 1 thè Fin8ndal Réportlw StAndarda applklblè In th• UK and R•puNl¢ of IMLgnd IFRS 1021 on 16 July 2014 r#ih•r than th• Aecounllnp #nd R•portlng by Ch•rltkn8'. S¢thm?nt ol A•mndS Pr4¢ttc• rff¢¢ifv• trom 1 Aprtl 2005 whld) h¥• nc¥ wlthdrawn. {) The Cuttur• HOU C¢0 rfund• cDn•knt Df urr••trkt•d fur1, whlch tt may ule it tt• dcl•tIon, Th •r• no d*n•t•d or trte1•d fund•. Incornlng reBourceB are crtdlted to th¥ Sl•l¢m•nl of Flnand¥l A¢tfvttb• IlK• ¢hoty 11 1•o•1ty •nUU•d ¢0 rv Ih•m and th? •mount can bo qu4ntlfled vllh rnawi#bto •wJr4cy. 2025 2024 TotAI •mpkny•• •MUm0.' 72,362 16,000 nilon• 1,8S8
The Culture House CIO Notes to the Flnanclal Statsments For the year ended 31st March 2025 REM NERATION There have been no payments of remuneration or expenses to any trustees during this or the previous year. TRATIVE COSTS 2026 2024 Independent examinels remuneration 800 800 6 CREDITORS.. Amounls falling withing one year Accrual8 PAYEINIC Trade Creditors Wages Payable 1,771 800 4,535 9,100 6,306 9,900 13
The Culture House CIO Oatslled Incomé and Exp4ndliur• A¢Ut Forthe yeBr ended 315t March 2025 Inco 2024 Gront Income and Donatlons Other income 211.822 49,161 64.971 63 Tptsl Incomp 260,985 65,033 ense5- tharftabl8 actl¥lfl•s Arttstffjes PwraThune Mathelno Prr#JuC1on.Tedl ths Prc*Juclon-Otherequlwent ProJudoTh. SIBfflaDd5trwrd5 Prr#JucUon-So¢urty Pri#XucloTr. H881th & SthtyAthIstyy PrfjttuGbtyl. Fart¢e Pffj¢u¢btyi-V¢nueHlre Projuclon-other Worksltop Fees Workshop dellveryc05ts1 equipment EdUCaOn and Outreach MarketiTrg De£l Wages 42,296 12,352 8,357 3.407 1.882 3.057 1.232 300 35 240 7,479 6,635 2.670 12,256 2S 352 72,382 2,931 1&000 1 J13 179.161 Athrtwng & 9,499 7.818 381 29 17,273 360 50 1,520 2,691 BgnkChapJe$ Cle8nlng ConsuttTh Fe85 Enterfolnmenl- 100% trAAn 107 L4al a Profe881onal Sm8U olfic8 aquSpMent Prfnl(rvJ & StsUon8ry IT SofhY8r88nd Consmt4es Rent 770 789 75 1,411 4,760 1,963 2,682 1,659 5,120 785 Staff TNrrirrfJ PE0n5 Cosis 57.974 12 Net Profft/L05S 23.859 31358 14