Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From June 2023 Period start date. To. 31.10.2024 Period end date
Charity name: The Wiltshire Guild of Spinners, Weavers and Dyers.
Charity registration number: 1203638
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | To preserve the heritage crafts of spinning,weaving and dyeing and associated crafts. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 | Teaching of above skills to members and the public. Free exhibitions and community demonstrations at our premises and at craft fairs.. Members' learning is increased with workshops, speakers and skill days. Our free library assists in researching new skills. Online support through our website. Involvement with youth e.g. Guides at our and their premises. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees confirm that they have read and understand the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference N/A Para 1.38 Policy on grant making N/A Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment
N/A Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | “The South West Home Grown Exhibition” a free event organised which showcased to the general public the work of the guild. This was very successful and generated interest, excellent written feedback and new members. Sixty items made for “The International Charity Dress A Girl Around The World” . Assisting Dyers working towards the National Certificate of Achievement. ( AGWSD) Provides a community resource for those who are isolated. Stair lift available for disabled access to main studio. Membership is healthy and steady. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 |
N/A |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | N/A |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | N/A |
Other
Financial Review
Review of the charity’s Para 1.21 financial position at the end of the period Statement explaining the Para 1.22 policy for holding reserves stating why they are held Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 Reasons for holding zero Para 1.22 reserves Details of fund materially in Para 1.24 deficit Explanation of any Para 1.23 uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
The charity’s principal Para 1.47 sources of funds (including any fundraising) Investment policy and objectives including any Para 1.46 social investment policy adopted A description of the principal Para 1.46 risks facing the charity Other
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution. |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | Membership appoints a trustee at AGM when there is a vacancy as per constitution and standing orders. Trustees appointed for a period of set years as per constitution and standing orders |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 |
N/A |
|---|---|---|
| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | N/A |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | N/A |
| Other |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | The Wiltshire Guild of Spinners Weaving and Dyers |
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| Other name the charity uses |
| Registered charity number | 1203638 |
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| Charity’s principal address | 3 , St Mary’s School Buildings , Steeple Ashton , BA14 6EU |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (if any) |
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| Beryl Francis | Whole Year | |||
| Una Carlow | Whole Year | |||
| Valerie Laverick |
Whole Year | |||
| Susan Dimbylow |
Whole Year. | |||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
| Type of | Name | Address |
|---|---|---|
| adviser |
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
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Signature(s)
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WILTSHIRE GUILD OF SPINNERS, DYERS WEAVERS
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS
19-6-23 TO 31-10-24
| WILTSHIRE GUILD OF SPINNERS, DYERS AND WEAVERS. CIO 1203638 | WILTSHIRE GUILD OF SPINNERS, DYERS AND WEAVERS. CIO 1203638 | WILTSHIRE GUILD OF SPINNERS, DYERS AND WEAVERS. CIO 1203638 |
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| ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD 19-6-23 to 31-10-24 | ||
| INCOME | ||
| £ | £ | |
| DONATIONS | ||
| Donations-general | 1,719.40 | |
| Transfer of previous charity (1168349) bank balance |
40,768.07 | |
| Donations Total | 42,487.47 | |
| DOOR MONEY | ||
| Door money Total | 7,378.09 | |
| EQUIPMENT HIRE/SALES | ||
| Equipment hire/sales Total | 641.50 | |
| OTHER SALES - COMMISSION | ||
| Other salesTotal | 583.66 | |
| SUBSCRIPTIONS | ||
| Subscriptions Total | 12,410.00 | |
| COURSES/WORKSHOPS | ||
| Courses/workshops Total | 6,331.00 | |
| TOTAL INCOME | 69,831.72 | |
| EXPENDITURE | £ | £ |
| CONSUMABLES | ||
| Consumables Total | 890.30 | |
| GENERAL MAINTENANCE | ||
| General Maintenance Total | 1,522.00 | |
| BUILDING COSTS | ||
| Building costs total | 7,802.78 | |
| COSTS OF COURSES/ TALKS | ||
| Cost of courses total | 5,661.73 | |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ||
| **Miscellaneous total ** | 1,131.05 | |
| TOTAL EXPENDITURE | 17,007.86 | |
| NET INCOME | 52,823.86 | |
| ASSETS & LIABILITIES | ||
| CASH ASSETS | ||
| OPENING BALANCE - 19-6-23 | ||
| Currentaccount | NIL | |
| CLOSING BALANCE - 31-10-24 | ||
| Current account | 52,823.86 | |
| OTHER ASSETS | ||
| Non-cash assets received from previous charity (1168349) |
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| Looms | ||
| Other WeavingEquipment | ||
| Spinning | ||
| Others |
Wiltshire Guild of Spinners, Dyers and Weavers INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES
I report on the accounts of the company for the 16 months ended 31[st] October 2024
RESPECTIVE REPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER
The trustees (who are also the directors of the company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to an audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to;
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Examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act
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To follow the procedures laid down in the general directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act, and
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To state whether particular matters have come to my attention
BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’s REPORT
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes a consideration of any unusual issues or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. 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 ‘true 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 matter has come to my attention which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements
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To keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
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To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of section 130 of the 2011 Act and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice; Accounting and Reporting by Charities have not been met.
No other matter has come to my attention in accordance with my examination to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Timothy Green FCMA
Date: 2[nd] July 2025