## **Horsley Village Hall Trust** 

## **Annual Report and Financial Statements** 

For the period 10[th] October 23 to 1[st] April 2025 

## **Chair’s Report** 

On behalf of the Trustees, I am pleased to present the Annual Report and Accounts for Horsley Village Hall Trust for our first Charity Commission return. 

This year has been one of major improvements and committed service. Thanks to the tireless efforts of our Trustees and the generous support of funders, including the National Lottery and Northumberland County Council, we have completed significant refurbishment works. These include upgrades to the kitchen, toilets, lighting, heating, roof, and internal decorations. These improvements have already made the hall more welcoming, accessible, and energy-efficient, enhancing its use by the community. 

The Trustees have worked hard to raise funds, manage events, and maintain the hall in good condition. We are especially grateful to the volunteers who have given their time and effort so generously. 

As a result of these efforts and investments, the hall remains on a reasonable financial footing and continues to serve as a vital asset for the community. We express our heartfelt thanks to all those who have supported us this year. 

Signed on behalf of the Trustees Chair of Trustees 

Date 

Signature Kathryn Nicholson 

Kathryn Nicholson (Jun 28, 2025 13:17 GMT+1) 



## **Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees of Horsley Village Hall Trust** 

## **Responsibilities and Basis of Report** 

As trustees of the charity, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”). 

I have carried out an independent examination of these accounts under section 145 of the Act. My examination was carried out in accordance with the Charity Commission’s Directions. It includes a review of the accounting records and a comparison of the accounts with those records, but not a full audit. Therefore, no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a “true and fair view.” 

## **Independent Examiner’s Statement** 

In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention: 

1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: 

- to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Act; and 

- to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Act 

have not been met; or 

2. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. 

## **Restricted Funds and Acknowledgements** 

The accounts include restricted income totalling £29,267, of which: 

- £19,236 was received from the National Lottery 

- £10,031 from other restricted grants, including Northumberland County Council 

Total expenditure of restricted funds amounted to £24,368.06, with £4,898.94 carried forward for future use. These funds have been used as intended, supporting the refurbishments carried out during the year. 

Independent Examiner Qualification Date 

Address 

Signature Kathryn Nicholson Kathryn Nicholson (Jun 28, 2025 13:17 GMT+1) 



## **Profit and Loss Summary** 

|**Profit and Loss Summary**||
|---|---|
|Category|2024–25 (£)|
|Total Income|6,054|
|Total Expenses|6,723|
|Net Income|-669|
|Restricted Income|29,267|
|Restricted Expenses|24,368|
|Net Restricted Funds|4,899|
|Total Income inc Restricted|35,321|
|Funds||
|Total Expenditure inc|31,091|
|Restricted Funds||
|Total Net Income|4,229|



## **Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2025** 

|Category|2023–25 (£)|
|---|---|
|Cash on hand|288|
|Lloyds Bank|10772|
|Old Bank Account|0.00|
|PayPal Bank|0.00|
|Total Cash|11,060|
|Opening Reserves (see note 1)|6,831|
|Restricted Funds (Grants)|4,899|
|Surplus/(Deficit) for Year|-669|
|Total Reserves|11060|





## **Notes** 

1. Opening reserves represents funds transferred into Horsley Village Hall Trust from the trustees of Horsley WI who had been running the hall following the closure of Horsley WI. 

2. These accounts have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis. 



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