Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 08/08/24 Period start date To 01/04/25 Period end date
Charity name: The Bovey Community Workshop (The Bovey Shed)
Charity registration number: 1209503
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 | For the public Benefit, the preservation and protection of good health among people aged 18 years and older, living in or near Bovey Tracey through provision of facilities for hobbies, recreation or other leisure time activities, including skills sharing and 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. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
Activities are mainly based around woodworking, woodturning, metalworking, 3D printing and computing. The public can commission a piece of garden furniture or request refurbishment of damaged chairs, cabinets or birdtables. We assist other local groups with fabricating items for their activities. Scenery frames for the local Players group. Refurbishing a prominent bench next to the towns well. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | We have held due regard for the Charity Commissions Guidence on Public Benefit by ensuring that we work with several other groups like The National Trust, The Carnival group as well as helping several less well placed individuals to join in with social and |
| ~~community projects~~ |
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| SORP reference | ||
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| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | We have a flexible attitude with respect to some of our members ability to pay the annual subscription. we have waived two members fees for the first year and have incorporated a ‘Pro Rata’ system for several newer members. We have not made a grant to any outside entity so far. |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | |
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| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | We have been very lucky in having a core of vounteers who have really put our group at the forefront of many peoples minds throughout the town. Without them my job would have been a lot harder. |
| 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 | Summer/Autumn 23: The small group of about six people, waiting for a venue to appear so we start the workshop, meet each month for a social drink and catch up and to discuss ideas for the venue. Winter 23: two weeks before Christmas - News of a possible venue. Positive Vibes from the Hotel Landlady but not her decision. We wait for owners offer for two months! Spring 24: The venue is in a virtually un- inhabitable state, offer of 3months free rent with £500/mth to follow. We had £450 in the Bank. We pressed for a better offer. Summer 24: Decided to try for CIO status. Success! on the 8th August 24 we were a charity. The Offer arrives - 12 months rent free! Accepted, Lease takes a while to come though. Winter 24: Get accepted for Co-op Community funding 24/25. Mid November and we’re in! 3 months hard work to renovate the whole building inside, EVERYTHING, plasterboard, Sterling Board, Insulation, Carpets, Desks and Chairs and a complete re-wire (almost) DONATED! We did almost everything ourselves. 1st March: Open Day: And we’re off. Six months of making and mending, sorting and stacking. To date we have 20 payed up members. We have made 3 large Garden Truggs, Numerous bird boxes, fixed several dining chairs. We are now ready to start producing and repairing |
| ~~items as and when they appear~~ |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | We have far exceeded the primary objective of getting a venue and group of people together to be able to help our community. We have several members who are benefitting from being with a friendly social group producing various items for the wider community who would otherwise be left without any social activity. |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | We have benefitted from the kindness of many local businesses that have donated materials for the venue and equipment to be used within the venue. Part of our fund raising was negotiating a year long lease for zero rent. Therefore everything donated above will allow us to accrue some funds through Subscriptions and donations for the items that we have produced to the point where we hope to be able to extend the lease for another year or more. |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other | ||
| Financial Review | ||
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | We are at the very beginning of our adventure. We are therefore in a vulnerable position financially. We can only hope that membership increases and that we are able to accrue enough money through our activities in the future to enable us to continue this valued community scheme. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Our policy for holding money in reserves is to be able to pay future rent and utility bills. As we are reliant on donations for the items we make or repair, we are expecting periods where funds are not materialising as well as at other times. Until such time as we are able to get funding for running costs, we need to keep a substantial amount in reserve. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | @£3000 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | |
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| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | The workshop is part of a group of buildings owned by a brewery. At this time the hotel is closed, awaiting a new landlord. We have not been concerned about the situation so far as we are confidant that the hotel will re-open. Our concern lies with whether the new landlord will be happy with us there or if the brewery decide to sell the hotel to another party. Similar venues are not readily available at this time. |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | We have accrued most of our funds to date through donations and Membership fees. |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | Lack of funds or loss of venue. |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s |
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| ~~t~~ ~~t~~ 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 Association Model Constitution. |
| 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 | Initially Voluntary Acceptance of role. Followed by election to post at AGM. |
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| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | Three Trustees: One as Chairperson. One as Treasurer/Secretary. One solely as a Trustee. A small committee of six members total, including the three trustees. |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | |
| Other |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | The Bovey Community Workshop |
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| Other name the charity uses | The Bovey Shed |
| Registered charity number | 1209503 |
| Charity’s principal address | ℅ Simon Carter. Revas, Avenue Road, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Devon. TQ13 9BQ |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| 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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Simon Carter | Treasurer/ Secretary |
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| David Walker | Chairperson | |||
| Alan Payne | Trustee | |||
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
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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 Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date
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