THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

## **Charity number: 300285** 

**The New Village Hall Iver Heath Trustees’ Annual Report And Financial Statements For The Year Ended 31 August 2025** 

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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

|The New Village Hall Iver Heath||
|---|---|
|Contents|2|
|Reference and administrative details|3|
|Report of the Board of Trustees|4-8|
|Statement of Financial Activities|9|



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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

The New Village Hall Iver Heath 

The Board of Trustees 

C. Streuli (Chair) 

A. Mayling 

M. Holmes 

M. Streuli 

Registered office New Village Hall St. Margarets Close 

Iver 

Buckinghamshire 

SL0 0DA 

Charity number 300285 

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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

## **Trustee’s Report For The Year Ended 31 August 2025** 

The purpose of the charity, as outlined in its governing document, is to provide a village hall for the benefit of the inhabitants of Iver Heath and the surrounding neighbourhood. 

This village hall is intended to serve as a communal space for local residents, offering a venue for various activities, events, and services that support the community's social, recreational, and cultural needs. 

The main activities of the charity, in line with its purposes for public benefit, include: 

1. Running and Maintaining the Village Hall: Ensuring the hall is available and functional for the community.  Ensuring the hall operates in line with all relevant legislation and have processes to audit safety and review risks. 

2. Fundraising and Profile-Raising Events: Organizing events such as a Christmas Fete to raise funds for a range of groups and increase awareness of the hall as a venue. 

3. Community Activities: Hosting events to engage the community. 

4. Support for Non-Profits and Social Groups: Providing a venue for groups that cater to different demographics, including older persons and preschoolers.  Supporting charities in holding meetings of key stakeholders to increase their influence e.g. We are hourglass event. 

5. Support for Local Small Businesses: Hosting businesses that promote inclusivity and combat isolation, offering activities like Yoga, ((BOUNCE)), and Zumba. 

These activities help to foster community spirit, support various demographics, and promote health and social well-being in Iver Heath and the surrounding neighbourhood. 

The trustees confirm that they have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. 

The four trustees are aware of this guidance and have made decisions with the input of the local community. 

This input is provided through a management committee comprising county councillors, parish councillors, representatives of long-standing regular hirers, the local church and representatives of the local community. 

Our actions are taken with careful consideration to balance the benefits to the local public and the need to enhance the longevity and resilience of the village hall itself. 

## **Policies on Grant Making** 

Our small local charity is not in a position to make financial grants. 

However, we are committed to supporting our hirers through various non-monetary means to support their ability to run their groups and events. 

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Examples of our support include: 

1. Promotional Assistance: Helping non-profit organizations, such as the local drama club, by promoting their shows and encouraging new youth members through our display boards and social media platforms. 

2. Operational Flexibility: Offering flexibility to newly established groups to help them launch new classes/activites and grow within the community. 

Through these efforts, we aim to provide valuable support to our community partners, enhancing their visibility and success without the need for direct financial grants. 

The New Village Hall Iver Heath Policy on Social Investment Including Program-Related Investment: 

Our charity engages in social investment by providing discounts and organizing collaborative events to benefit the community. 

Our policy includes: 

1. Discounts for Regular Hirers: 

We offer discounted rates to regular hirers who book multiple dates/events or have a regular booking approximately once a month (10-12 times a year). This encourages sustained engagement and supports the continuity of their activities. 

2. Collaborative Events: 

We organize and host events such as fetes, in collaboration with local organizations like the scout group, the Ivers Hive and residents associations. 

We also invite neighbouring schools and the local library to participate, fostering community involvement and partnership. 

3. Support for Promoting Wellbeing: 

We are committed to supporting events that promote physical activity, inclusion, diversity, and awareness of improving wellbeing. 

We participate in the council SafeSpace scheme. 

We use social media to promote the work of mental health charities and to share information about key wellbeing initiatives from local and national charities and government. 

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These initiatives align with our goals of enhancing community health and social cohesion. 

Through these actions, we aim to make meaningful social investments that support the long term wellbeing and resilience of our community. 

Contribution Made by Volunteers 

Our charity benefits greatly from the dedicated contributions of our volunteers, who perform various essential tasks: 

1. Regular Monthly and Weekly Contributions: Several volunteers contribute 2-3 hours each month, while others offer 2-3 hours each week. 

2. Bookings and Customer Service: Two volunteers, including one Trustee, manage our bookings process and provide customer service to the public, ensuring smooth operations and a positive experience for our users. 

3. Event Support: Volunteers assist with opening and locking up the hall for occasional hirers, such as birthday parties and elections, ensuring security and accessibility. 

4.  Maintenance and Cleaning: Additional volunteers help with general cleaning tasks, maintaining the hall's cleanliness and readiness for various events. 

These volunteer efforts are crucial to the on-going operation and upkeep of the village hall, significantly contributing to the community's benefit. 

We are very thankful to all our volunteers who are working very hard with the Trustees to reduce our costs and maintain affordable and accessible prices at the hall – all while improving the hall’s image through events and social media. 

## **Summary of Main Achievements and Impact** 

During this period, our work has helped attracted new hirers and events but also welcomed more of the public into our venue for those classes and events. This has increased our weekday daytime usage. We continue to review all costs to identify savings opportunities such as the replacement of suppliers for fire extinguishers and gardening services. We have had an energy survey to enable us to develop a plan to design a heating solution which saves energy cots and looking at all our energy use to replace fixtures over time with energy saving alternatives. 

## **The New Village Hall Iver Heath Impact on Beneficiaries and Wider Community** 

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**•** Enhanced Community Services: The improvements have made the village hall a more attractive and functional space, thereby increasing its use for community events, social gatherings, and recreational activities. 

• Safety and Accessibility: Upgrades such as the new fire alarm system and entrance have made the hall safer and more accessible for all users. 

• Community Engagement: The improved digital presence and active promotion have led to greater awareness and participation in the charity’s activities, fostering a stronger sense of community. 

• Support for Local Groups and Businesses: The increased bookings and events have provided more opportunities for local non-profits, social groups, and small businesses to thrive, contributing to the social and economic wellbeing of the area. 

Overall, the charity’s work has significantly enhanced the village hall's role as a central hub for community life in Iver Heath, providing valuable services and fostering community spirit. 

We are working to reduce our costs and improve our income. 

## **Financial Review** 

The primary source of income for our charity is derived from renting out the hall and side rooms. 

This revenue stream is essential for sustaining our operations and supporting our community initiatives. 

Please see statement of financial activities on page 6 for a summary of income and expenditure. 

The rising cost of living and inflation have significant implications for both the operational costs of our hall and the experiences of our hirers and attendees. 

We are proactive in managing these challenges to maintain quality services and support our community effectively There are no uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue operating as a going concern. 

The current committee has adopted a  reserves policy and all the committee were engaged in reviewing and establishing guidelines to address this important aspect of financial management. 

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## **Structure, Governance and Management:** 

The selection of trustees for our charity, who also serve as officers of the Village Hall, follows specific procedures outlined in our Trust Deed. 

Trustees are elected by the members of the charity at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), which is held annually as per our Trust Deed. 

At the AGM, members in attendance have the opportunity to nominate and vote for individuals they believe will effectively serve as trustees. 

The village hall has no paid staff. It is run by an ‘operations team’. 

This consists of the two co chairs (Caroline Streuli and Matthew Streuli) and a bookings volunteer (Carol Campling) who, with support of the treasurer (Ann Mayling) and secretary (Marion Holmes) operate the hall on a ‘daily basis’. 

They are overseen and guided by the management committee as previously discussed. The village hall does have paid contractors who support with cleaning, general maintenance and gardening. The hall is proud to support and work closely with local organisations who are represented on the management committee, this includes Iver Heath Drama Club, St Margaret’s Church in Iver Heath and Shrinking Violets social group. The Trustees also have working and collaborative relationships with Iver Heath Scouts and the Iver Heath Residents Association. 

Signed: 

Name: 

Date: 

**Statement Of Financial Activities** 

**For The Year Ended 31 August 2025** 

**Total funds** 

**Total Funds** 

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||**2025**|**2024**|
|---|---|---|
||**£**|**£**|
|Income from:|||
|Rents receivable|37,860|32,738|
|Grants|-|450|
|Fund raising|930|20|
|Interest receivable<br>|78|234|
|**Total Income**|**38,868**|**33,442**|
|Expenditure on:|||
|Capital building costs<br>|-|12,972|
|General Maintenance of Hall|3,419|7,865|
|Lighting and Heating Costs|6,714|4,508|
|Rates and Water Rates|1,653|1,955|
|Insurance|1,182|1,711|
|Sundry expenses|82|66|
|Fees|835|816|
|**Total Expenditure**<br>|**13,885**|**29,893**|
|**Net Movement in Funds**<br>|**24,983**|**3,549**|
|Total Funds Brought Forward<br>|46,564|43,015|
|**Total Funds Carried Forward**|**71,547**|**46,564**|



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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

## **Charity number: 300285** 

**The New Village Hall Iver Heath Trustees’ Annual Report And Financial Statements For The Year Ended 31 August 2025** 

1 



THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

|The New Village Hall Iver Heath||
|---|---|
|Contents|2|
|Reference and administrative details|3|
|Report of the Board of Trustees|4-8|
|Statement of Financial Activities|9|



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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

The New Village Hall Iver Heath 

The Board of Trustees 

C. Streuli (Chair) 

A. Mayling 

M. Holmes 

M. Streuli 

Registered office New Village Hall St. Margarets Close 

Iver 

Buckinghamshire 

SL0 0DA 

Charity number 300285 

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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

## **Trustee’s Report For The Year Ended 31 August 2025** 

The purpose of the charity, as outlined in its governing document, is to provide a village hall for the benefit of the inhabitants of Iver Heath and the surrounding neighbourhood. 

This village hall is intended to serve as a communal space for local residents, offering a venue for various activities, events, and services that support the community's social, recreational, and cultural needs. 

The main activities of the charity, in line with its purposes for public benefit, include: 

1. Running and Maintaining the Village Hall: Ensuring the hall is available and functional for the community.  Ensuring the hall operates in line with all relevant legislation and have processes to audit safety and review risks. 

2. Fundraising and Profile-Raising Events: Organizing events such as a Christmas Fete to raise funds for a range of groups and increase awareness of the hall as a venue. 

3. Community Activities: Hosting events to engage the community. 

4. Support for Non-Profits and Social Groups: Providing a venue for groups that cater to different demographics, including older persons and preschoolers.  Supporting charities in holding meetings of key stakeholders to increase their influence e.g. We are hourglass event. 

5. Support for Local Small Businesses: Hosting businesses that promote inclusivity and combat isolation, offering activities like Yoga, ((BOUNCE)), and Zumba. 

These activities help to foster community spirit, support various demographics, and promote health and social well-being in Iver Heath and the surrounding neighbourhood. 

The trustees confirm that they have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. 

The four trustees are aware of this guidance and have made decisions with the input of the local community. 

This input is provided through a management committee comprising county councillors, parish councillors, representatives of long-standing regular hirers, the local church and representatives of the local community. 

Our actions are taken with careful consideration to balance the benefits to the local public and the need to enhance the longevity and resilience of the village hall itself. 

## **Policies on Grant Making** 

Our small local charity is not in a position to make financial grants. 

However, we are committed to supporting our hirers through various non-monetary means to support their ability to run their groups and events. 

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Examples of our support include: 

1. Promotional Assistance: Helping non-profit organizations, such as the local drama club, by promoting their shows and encouraging new youth members through our display boards and social media platforms. 

2. Operational Flexibility: Offering flexibility to newly established groups to help them launch new classes/activites and grow within the community. 

Through these efforts, we aim to provide valuable support to our community partners, enhancing their visibility and success without the need for direct financial grants. 

The New Village Hall Iver Heath Policy on Social Investment Including Program-Related Investment: 

Our charity engages in social investment by providing discounts and organizing collaborative events to benefit the community. 

Our policy includes: 

1. Discounts for Regular Hirers: 

We offer discounted rates to regular hirers who book multiple dates/events or have a regular booking approximately once a month (10-12 times a year). This encourages sustained engagement and supports the continuity of their activities. 

2. Collaborative Events: 

We organize and host events such as fetes, in collaboration with local organizations like the scout group, the Ivers Hive and residents associations. 

We also invite neighbouring schools and the local library to participate, fostering community involvement and partnership. 

3. Support for Promoting Wellbeing: 

We are committed to supporting events that promote physical activity, inclusion, diversity, and awareness of improving wellbeing. 

We participate in the council SafeSpace scheme. 

We use social media to promote the work of mental health charities and to share information about key wellbeing initiatives from local and national charities and government. 

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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

These initiatives align with our goals of enhancing community health and social cohesion. 

Through these actions, we aim to make meaningful social investments that support the long term wellbeing and resilience of our community. 

Contribution Made by Volunteers 

Our charity benefits greatly from the dedicated contributions of our volunteers, who perform various essential tasks: 

1. Regular Monthly and Weekly Contributions: Several volunteers contribute 2-3 hours each month, while others offer 2-3 hours each week. 

2. Bookings and Customer Service: Two volunteers, including one Trustee, manage our bookings process and provide customer service to the public, ensuring smooth operations and a positive experience for our users. 

3. Event Support: Volunteers assist with opening and locking up the hall for occasional hirers, such as birthday parties and elections, ensuring security and accessibility. 

4.  Maintenance and Cleaning: Additional volunteers help with general cleaning tasks, maintaining the hall's cleanliness and readiness for various events. 

These volunteer efforts are crucial to the on-going operation and upkeep of the village hall, significantly contributing to the community's benefit. 

We are very thankful to all our volunteers who are working very hard with the Trustees to reduce our costs and maintain affordable and accessible prices at the hall – all while improving the hall’s image through events and social media. 

## **Summary of Main Achievements and Impact** 

During this period, our work has helped attracted new hirers and events but also welcomed more of the public into our venue for those classes and events. This has increased our weekday daytime usage. We continue to review all costs to identify savings opportunities such as the replacement of suppliers for fire extinguishers and gardening services. We have had an energy survey to enable us to develop a plan to design a heating solution which saves energy cots and looking at all our energy use to replace fixtures over time with energy saving alternatives. 

## **The New Village Hall Iver Heath Impact on Beneficiaries and Wider Community** 

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**•** Enhanced Community Services: The improvements have made the village hall a more attractive and functional space, thereby increasing its use for community events, social gatherings, and recreational activities. 

• Safety and Accessibility: Upgrades such as the new fire alarm system and entrance have made the hall safer and more accessible for all users. 

• Community Engagement: The improved digital presence and active promotion have led to greater awareness and participation in the charity’s activities, fostering a stronger sense of community. 

• Support for Local Groups and Businesses: The increased bookings and events have provided more opportunities for local non-profits, social groups, and small businesses to thrive, contributing to the social and economic wellbeing of the area. 

Overall, the charity’s work has significantly enhanced the village hall's role as a central hub for community life in Iver Heath, providing valuable services and fostering community spirit. 

We are working to reduce our costs and improve our income. 

## **Financial Review** 

The primary source of income for our charity is derived from renting out the hall and side rooms. 

This revenue stream is essential for sustaining our operations and supporting our community initiatives. 

Please see statement of financial activities on page 6 for a summary of income and expenditure. 

The rising cost of living and inflation have significant implications for both the operational costs of our hall and the experiences of our hirers and attendees. 

We are proactive in managing these challenges to maintain quality services and support our community effectively There are no uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue operating as a going concern. 

The current committee has adopted a  reserves policy and all the committee were engaged in reviewing and establishing guidelines to address this important aspect of financial management. 

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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

## **Structure, Governance and Management:** 

The selection of trustees for our charity, who also serve as officers of the Village Hall, follows specific procedures outlined in our Trust Deed. 

Trustees are elected by the members of the charity at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), which is held annually as per our Trust Deed. 

At the AGM, members in attendance have the opportunity to nominate and vote for individuals they believe will effectively serve as trustees. 

The village hall has no paid staff. It is run by an ‘operations team’. 

This consists of the two co chairs (Caroline Streuli and Matthew Streuli) and a bookings volunteer (Carol Campling) who, with support of the treasurer (Ann Mayling) and secretary (Marion Holmes) operate the hall on a ‘daily basis’. 

They are overseen and guided by the management committee as previously discussed. The village hall does have paid contractors who support with cleaning, general maintenance and gardening. The hall is proud to support and work closely with local organisations who are represented on the management committee, this includes Iver Heath Drama Club, St Margaret’s Church in Iver Heath and Shrinking Violets social group. The Trustees also have working and collaborative relationships with Iver Heath Scouts and the Iver Heath Residents Association. 

Signed: 

Name: 

Date: 

**Statement Of Financial Activities** 

**For The Year Ended 31 August 2025** 

**Total funds** 

**Total Funds** 

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THE NEW VILLAGE HALL IVER HEATH 

||**2025**|**2024**|
|---|---|---|
||**£**|**£**|
|Income from:|||
|Rents receivable|37,860|32,738|
|Grants|-|450|
|Fund raising|930|20|
|Interest receivable<br>|78|234|
|**Total Income**|**38,868**|**33,442**|
|Expenditure on:|||
|Capital building costs<br>|-|12,972|
|General Maintenance of Hall|3,419|7,865|
|Lighting and Heating Costs|6,714|4,508|
|Rates and Water Rates|1,653|1,955|
|Insurance|1,182|1,711|
|Sundry expenses|82|66|
|Fees|835|816|
|**Total Expenditure**<br>|**13,885**|**29,893**|
|**Net Movement in Funds**<br>|**24,983**|**3,549**|
|Total Funds Brought Forward<br>|46,564|43,015|
|**Total Funds Carried Forward**|**71,547**|**46,564**|



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Docusign Envelope ID: 24DE503E-C3B8-8E48-800B-3D93C34677B4 

## **Independent examiner’s report to the trustees of The New Village Hall Iver Heath** 

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of The New Village Hall Iver Heath for the year ended 31 August 2025. 

## **Responsibilities and basis of report** 

As the 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 report in respect of my examination of the Charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directors given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. 

## **Independent examiner’s statement** 

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: 

1. Accounting records were note kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or 

2. The accounts do not accord with those records; or 

3. The accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. 

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached, 

Signed: 

Relevant professional qualification: ACA, 5210379, ICAEW Address: 21 Lincoln Hatch Lane, SL1 7HA Date: 26[th] June 2026