2025-12-31-accounts - Snape Mens Shed CIO

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Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 1[st] January 2025 to 31[st] December 2025 Charity name: Snape Men’s Shed CIO Charity registration number: 1206955

Objectives and Activities


Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document	For the public benefit, the preservation and protection of good health among people aged 18 years and older, living in Snape and the surrounding area, in particular but not exclusively older men, including those who are retired, unemployed or have health problems, through the provision of facilities for hobbies, recreation or other leisure time occupations including practical interests, skills sharing, the learning of new skills whilst reducing their social isolation, boosting mental health and helping with community based projects.
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.	During the period of this report there have been activities within a number of different areas: 1. We continue to use the temporary shed loaned by one of our members, we have continued to improve the facility with a particular focus on developing more safe work stations, to ensure safety for all. 2. All of our policies and procedures are in place, which include safety, safeguarding and administration. 3. Twice weekly shed sessions are now in full flow and are complimented by occasional social events. 4. Membership enquiries have continued, resulting in a growth of member numbers. 5. We have been able to secure the donation of a suitable plot of land to enable the construction of a purpose designed shed location. A pre planning application was submitted, resulting in a favourable indication from the planning

Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document

For the public benefit, the preservation and
protection of good health among people
aged 18 years and older, living in Snape
and the surrounding area, in particular but
not exclusively older men, including those
who are retired, unemployed or have
health problems, through the provision of
facilities for hobbies, recreation or other
leisure time occupations including practical
interests, skills sharing, the learning of
new skills whilst reducing their social
isolation, boosting mental health and
helping with community based projects.

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.

During the period of this report there have
been activities within a number of different
areas:
1. We continue to use the temporary
shed loaned by one of our
members, we have continued to
improve the facility with a particular
focus on developing more safe
work stations, to ensure safety for
all.
2. All of our policies and procedures
are in place, which include safety,
safeguarding and administration.
3. Twice weekly shed sessions are
now in full flow and are
complimented by occasional social
events.
4. Membership enquiries have
continued, resulting in a growth of
member numbers.
5. We have been able to secure the
donation of a suitable plot of land to
enable the construction of a
purpose designed shed location. A
pre planning application was
submitted, resulting in a favourable
indication from the planning

	authority. A full planning application was subsequently submitted, the final decision is now expected in early 2026. 6. Building new relationships with local suppliers and experts. Important to obtain supply of materials and training for all projects. 7. Ongoing raising of awareness within the local community and surrounding towns and villages. 8. Our product range has continued to improve in quality and expand in diversity, resulting in increased sales revenue and and enhanced reputation. 9. Ongoing support with local community renovation projects.
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit	The trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit and are satisfied that the charity’s activities have been in the public benefit.

Contribution made by volunteers	The trustees have all undertaken tasks as volunteers to establish the Charity. In addition there have been some standout contributions from members. One of particular note is that of Eric Imeson, who to allow the use of his shed to be a temporary base to run sessions from, until a permanent home come be found.

Achievements and Performance


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.	During the second year of the charity it has been able to attract a further 5 new active members, which is just over 30% growth. It has provided a meeting place with a relaxed and no pressure environment, with regular twice weekly sessions attended by between 9-11 local men. Men new to the village and surrounding areas, who have become members, have quickly been able to make new friends and social connections. For example we have attracted new members from the construction and agricultural industries, who are benefiting from the social interaction provided by the charity. The charity continues to support other village groups with the provision of handmade wooden items (at no cost) to be raffled as fundraisers. By offering furniture repair services to villagers who are unable to do so

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.

During the second year of the charity it has
been able to attract a further 5 new active
members, which is just over 30% growth.
It has provided a meeting place with a
relaxed and no pressure environment, with
regular twice weekly sessions attended by
between 9-11 local men.
Men new to the village and surrounding
areas, who have become members, have
quickly been able to make new friends and
social connections. For example we have
attracted new members from the
construction and agricultural industries,
who are benefiting from the social
interaction provided by the charity.
The charity continues to support other
village groups with the provision of
handmade wooden items (at no cost) to be
raffled as fundraisers.
By offering furniture repair services to
villagers who are unable to do so

themselves the good values of the charity continue. A range of “hand made by the members” wooden products have been sold via attending local events (eg Christmas markets) We have also been successful in receiving financial support from various bodies, including: Northern Rail Local councillor discretionary fund Ronseal Additional donated funds have been raised via pop up style events such as cafes and shed sale events.

Financial Review

Financial Review
Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period	At the end of the second financial year the charity held a cash at bank surplus of £4283. A decision was taken by the trustees to introduce a monthly formal monthly membership fee, generating an amount of £642 Revenue was generated from ongoing sales of wood based products, totalling £2987
Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held	The charity aims to always hold a surplus equating to 3 months operational costs.
Amount of reserves held	£4283
Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern	There is no uncertainty about the Charity continuing as a going concern.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:	Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising)	There are 4 main sources of funding available to the charity, namely: Product sales Donations Membership fees Grants

Structure, Governance and Management

Structure, Governance	and Management
Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter)	Constitution
How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO)	Charitable Incorporated Organisation
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	The charity is required to have a minimum of 3 and maximum of 7 trustees. The 3 trustees were appointed at the projects’ initiation and continue to serve. Any new trustees would be appointed by the existing trustees and in line with reference to the trustee policy.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees	New trustees will be required to read the Charity Commission guideline document “The Essential Trustee” and will be given a copy of the Charity’s most recent annual report and accounts for review. All trustees will be given training on the expectations and responsibilities of the role.
The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works	The Charity is run by a Board of Trustees (currently 3) and a number of volunteers (also currently 3, being the Trustees)

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name	Snape Men’s Shed Charitable Incorporated Organisation
Other name the charity uses	Snape Men’s Shed
Registered charity number	1206955
Charity’s principal address	Tilia House Meadow Lane Snape DL8 2TJ

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 2 3	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany)
	Colin Blanchard	Chair
	Russel Simms	Treasurer/Secretary
	John Chesher	HSE

– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name None

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name	Dates acted if not for whole year
None

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets held in this capacity	None
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 adviser Name Address	Type of adviser Name Address	Type of adviser Name Address




Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

None

Other optional information

Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date
	Colin Blanchard	Russel Simms
	Chair
	25thMarch 2026 25thMarch 2026
	25thMarch 2026

Snape Men's Shed CIO	Snape Men's Shed CIO	Snape Men's Shed CIO	1206955
Receipts andpayments accounts
For the period from	01/01/2025	To	31/12/2025

CC16a

Section A Receipts and payments

	Unrestricted funds	Restricted funds	Endowment funds	Total funds	Last year
	to the nearest £	to the nearest £	to the nearest £	to the nearest £	to the nearest £
A1 Receipts
Sales ofgoods	2,987	-	-	2,987	-
MembershipSubscriptions	642	-	-	642	-
Donations	2,490	-	-	2,490	-
Grants	1,242	-	-	1,242	-
Bank interest earned	11	-	-	11	-
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*Sub total*(Gross income for AR)	7,372	-	-	7,372	-

A1 Receipts	Unrestricted funds to the nearest £	Restricted funds to the nearest £	Endowment funds to the nearest £	Total funds to the nearest £	Last year to the nearest £
Sales ofgoods	2,987	-	-	2,987	-
MembershipSubscriptions	642	-	-	642	-
Donations	2,490	-	-	2,490	-
Grants	1,242	-	-	1,242	-
Bank interest earned	11	-	-	11	-
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*Sub total*(Gross income for AR)	7,372	-	-	7,372	-
A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table).	- - - 7,372	- - - -	- - - -	- - - 7,372
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*Total receipts* A3 Payments
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General operatingcosts	1,295	-	-	1,295	-
Insurance	136	-	-	136	-
Tools	833	-	-	833	-
PPE	91	-	-	91	-
Utilities	383	-	-	383	-
Travel,events,memberships	85	-	-	85	-
New build expenses	1,883	-	-	1,883	-
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**Sub total **	4,706	-	-	4,706	-

A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table)
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*Total payments* *Net of receipts/(payments)* A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end *Cash funds this year end*
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	2,666				-
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	1,617				-
	4,283				-

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

06/04/2026

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B1 Cash funds B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets	Signature Balance of architect fees Details Details Co Op Bank current account No.67340910 Co Op Bank DEPOSIT account Details Details *Total cash funds* (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details	Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 572 - 3,711 - - - 4,283 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) General 380 - - - - Print Name RusselSimms	Endowment funds to nearest £
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			Date of approval
		RusselSimms	20th March 2026

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

06/04/2026

CCXX R3 aunt8 ISSI 0610412026