Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 05/08/2024 Period start date To Charity name: LLANGASTY VILLAGE HALL
31/12/2025 Period end date
Charity registration number: 1209432
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The provision and maintenance of a hall for the use of the inhabitants of the village of Llangasty for use as: (a) a church hall to further the religious purposes of the Church of Wales, and (b) a village hall for the use of inhabitants of the village meetings without distinction of political, religious or other opinions, including use for meetings, lectures and classes, and other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the inhabitants. |
| 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 |
During 2024-2025 the following activities were undertaken at the hall for the benefit of the local community - • Repairs to the building and new water heating facilities to improve the environment • We hosted these groups; WI, Men’s group, Exercise Classes, Bird monitoring groups, Friends of Llangasty Church, walking and cycling groups. • A number of History group talks open to the community. • Meetings of the Llangors Community Council and the Black Mountains ministry. • The local Councillor holds drop-in sessions • Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority training sessions. • A local wedding and various social events were enjoyed including children’s parties and family events. • Dementia Matters in Powys hold a monthly social meeting for their clients. • An Environment group has been set up and several talks held. |
Statement confirming Para 1.18 The Trustees are aware of the requirement to whether the trustees have operate with regard to public benefit and have had regard to the guidance operated Llangasty Village Hall CIO in issued by the Charity accordance with public benefit principles. Commission on public benefit
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 | During 2024-2025, the Hall Trustees built a strong relationship with the local church Ministry which resulted in the Hall also resuming its original role as a Church Hall. The Hall is used for meetings of the Black Mountain Ministry and the Friends of Llangasty Church. A strong relationship has been built with a local social care provider which has resulted in the Hall being a regular venue for social meetings of their clients. The Hall continues to provide a venue for local activities and social events, helping to maintain community cohesion. It is well supported by the local community. |
Financial Review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The opening balance was £5562.30 and closing balance was £5870.50. An increase of £308.20 during the period in spite of the payment of solicitors fees in regard of the lease. |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | The Hall has a policy to hold reserves of at least £3000 in order to cover any unexpected wear or damage to the fabric of the building. The building is nearly 100 years old so constant maintenance and upkeepis required. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £5870.50,none of which is restricted funds |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | n/a |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | None |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | None |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | There are four principal sources of funding • Hire fees • Social events • Grants • Donations from supporters |
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| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | The principal risk facing the charity is damage to the building which may render it unusable. This risk is managed by • Adequate insurance cover • Regular maintenance including electrical safety checks • Weekly rota for cleaning and checking the building |
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Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| 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 | Potential candidates are recommended to the Trustees. Their details are circulated to all Trustees. Their experience and skills are compared to those required to keep a suitable balance of skills in the organisation. The Trustees then vote to accept the candidate as a Trustee. |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | LLANGASTY VILLAGE HALL |
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| Other name the charity uses | |
| Registered charitynumber | 1209432 |
| Charity’s principal address | Llangasty Village Hall Llangasty Brecon Powys LD3 7PX |
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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| Gareth Jones | Chair | |||
| Ann Reese | Treasurer | |||
| Fleur Beckett | From 17/9/2025 | |||
| Roger Reese | ||||
| Chris Price | ||||
| David Price | ||||
| David Raikes | ||||
| Rae Gervis | ||||
| MaryGatrad | ||||
| SallyRaikes | From 12/2/2025 |
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
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| Full name(s) | GARETH JONES | ANN REESE |
| Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) |
CHAIR | TREASURER |
| Date | 12/02/2026 | 12/02/2026 |
Charity Name No (if any) LLANGASTY VILLAGE HALL 1209432 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period Period start date Period end date To from 05/08/2024 31/12/2025
| Section A Receipts and payments | Section A Receipts and payments | |||||
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| A1 Receipts | Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 2,898 1,504 1,248 3,643 128 - - - 9,421 - - - 9,421 1,200 883 573 - 524 3,970 1,780 182 - 9,112 - - - 9,112 309 - 5,562 5,871 |
Restricted funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Total funds to the nearest £ 2,898 1,504 1,248 3,643 128 - - - 9,421 - - - 9,421 1,200 883 573 - 524 3,970 1,780 182 - 9,112 - - - 9,112 309 |
Last year to the nearest £ |
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| Hall Hire | 2,898 | 1,948 | ||||
| Donations, 100 Club | 1,504 | 660 | ||||
| Events | 1,248 | 1,350 | ||||
| Grants | 3,643 | 1,785 | ||||
| Parking | 128 | 148 | ||||
| Other | - | 25 | ||||
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| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
9,421 | 5,916 | ||||
| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| Sub total | - | - | ||||
| Total receipts A3 Payments |
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| 5,916 | ||||||
| Electricity | 1,200 | 859 | ||||
| Insurance | 883 | 869 | ||||
| Buildings compliance | 573 | 139 | ||||
| 100 club | - | 165 | ||||
| Events | 524 | 523 | ||||
| Repairs(includesgrant funded) | 3,970 | 1,605 | ||||
| Other(includes solicitor fees) | 1,780 | 802 | ||||
| Website | 182 | - | ||||
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| **Sub total ** | 9,112 | 4,962 | ||||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) |
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| **Sub total ** | - | - | ||||
| 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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| 4,962 | ||||||
| 309 | - | - | 309 | 954 | ||
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| 5,562 | - | - | 5,562 | - | ||
| 5,871 | - | - | 5,871 | 954 |
CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
09/04/2026
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| Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | |
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| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds CCXX R2 accounts (SS) |
Details None Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) None Total in bank account Details Details None Details None Signature 2 |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 5,871 - - - - - 5,871 - 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) - - - - - Print Name GARETH JONES ANN REESE |
Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Date of approval |
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| 12/02/2026 | |||
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| 09/04/2026 |
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
09/04/2026