Trustees’ Annual Report Friends of Liberty in the Wild Foundation
For the year ended 31.03.2025
Reference and Administrative Details
Charity name : Friends of Liberty in the Wild Foundation
Charity registration number : 1208560
Registered address : The Mezzanine, Umberslade Farm Park, Tanworth in Arden, Warwickshire B94 5AE
Trustees:
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Danielle Cattermole – Chair
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Abigail Sleeman – Trustee
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Michelle Simister– Trustee
Structure, Governance and Management
Friends of Liberty in the Wild Foundation is a small charity governed by its Constitution. The trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity. Trustees are appointed in line with the governing document and receive appropriate induction and information to enable them to fulfil their duties. The board meets regularly to review activities, finances, safeguarding, and risk.
Objectives and Public Benefit
The charity’s objects are to support children and young people, particularly those with additional needs, vulnerabilities, or barriers to education, by advancing education, wellbeing, and personal development through nature-based, therapeutic, and alternative learning approaches. The trustees have paid due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit and believe that the charity’s activities provide clear public benefit to children and young people who may otherwise struggle to access suitable education or support.
Activities and Achievements During the Year
Friends of Liberty in the Wild Foundation focused on supporting alternative and therapeutic educational opportunities connected to Liberty in the Wild. Activities included:
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Supporting access to nature-based and outdoor learning
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Providing resources and enrichment opportunities
• Supporting young people who have experienced disengagement from mainstream education
The trustees are satisfied that these activities further the charity’s objects and deliver positive outcomes for beneficiaries.
Financial Review
The charity received income during the year from donations and fundraising. No grants were received this year. Expenditure was incurred in furtherance of the charity’s aims. The trustees consider the charity’s financial position at year end to be appropriate for its size and level of activity.
Reserves Policy
As a small charity, the trustees aim to maintain modest reserves sufficient to meet short-term commitments and ensure continuity of activities, while enabling funds to be applied directly to charitable purposes wherever possible.
Principal Risks and Uncertainties
The trustees have identified the main risks facing the charity as:
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reliance on external funding
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increasing demand for services
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safeguarding and compliance responsibilities
These risks are mitigated through careful financial oversight, safeguarding policies, and regular trustee review.
Plans for the Future
In the coming year, the trustees intend to:
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continue developing fundraising and grant applications
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expand the number of children and young people supported
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strengthen monitoring of outcomes and impact
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further embed good governance and safeguarding practice
Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom accounting standards. They are satisfied that the charity is a going concern and that appropriate records and controls are in place.
Approval
This report was approved by the trustees on 15th December 2025 and signed on their behalf by:
Name: D Cattermole________
Role: Chair of Trustees
Charity Name: Friends of Liberty in the Wild Foundation Charity No: 1208560 Annual accounts for the period Period start date Apr-24 To Period end date Apr-25 Income £ 4,615.41 Expenses £ 3,621.00 Balance £ 994.41
Charity Name: Friends of Liberty in the Wild Foundation
Period start date Apr-24
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 10/30/2024 | Liz Crowford donation |
| 12/10/2024 | Christmas Fair |
| 22/01/2025 | DJ and equipment |
| 2/11/2025 | Easyfundraising |
| 21/02/2025 | Hogarths Hotel |
| 28/02/2025 | Reimbursement to Leigh Beavon (Ball deposit) |
| 28/02/2025 | DJ and Equipment |
| 28/02/2025 | Tickets sale |
| 31/03/2025 | Rafe ticket sales |
| 4/7/2025 | Donations |
| 4/22/2025 | Liberty in the Wild Easyfundraising |
| Charity No: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Annual accounts for theperiod | ||
| To | Period end date | |
| Income | Expenses | |
| £ 21.50 £ 396.80 £ 30.00 £ 55.06 £ 2,496.00 £ 875.00 £ 220.00 £ 3,350.00 £ 702.00 £ 50.00 £ 40.05 |
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| £ 4,615.41 | £ 3,621.00 | £ 994.41 |
1208560 Apr-25 Note