Charity Registration No. 301569
LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
CONTENTS
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| Trustees' report | 1 |
| Independent examiner's report | 2 |
| Statement of financial activities | 3 |
| Balance sheet | 4 |
| Statement of cash flows | 8 |
| Notes to the financial statements | 5 - 13 |
LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Trustees Lydney Town Council Charity number 301569 Address Claremont House High Street Lydney Gloucestershire GL15 5DX Independent examiner Ian Price 20 Newerne Street Lydney Gloucestershire GL15 5RA
LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
TRUSTEES' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
The trustees present their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2021.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the accounts and comply with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and the Statement of Recommended Practice, "Accounting and Reporting by Charities" (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the FRS102 ).
Objectives and activities
The objectives of the charity as set out in its governing document are the provision and maintenance of playing fields, and other recreational premises providing public benefit through healthful and enjoyable recreational activities.
The trustees’ have complied with their duty to have regard to the guidance on Public Benefit published by the Charity Commission in exercising their powers and duties.
The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the charity should undertake.
Achievements and performance
The charity has continued its work in maintaining Lydney Recreation Ground in furtherance of Public Benefit. A drainage scheme has been put in place across all the sporting pitches.
Financial review
The trustees believe that the charity has adequate reserves to finance its activities for the immediate future. The trustees ha d a policy of investing in listed shares and securities - the managers were Brewin Dolphin - but these investments have now been sold. The trustees have adequate controls in place to ensure regular reviews of the funds invested .
It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level sufficient to ensure that, in the event of a significant drop in funding, the charity’s current activities can be continued while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised. This level of reserves has been maintained throughout the year. No funds are in deficit.
The trustees has assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, and are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.
The plans for future periods are to continue the charity's existing work.
Structure, governance and management
The charity was established by a charitable trust deed on 3 April 1946 and an order dated 6 June 1968.
The trustees, who served during the year were: Lydney Town Council
No other trustees will be recruited or appointed.
The trustees' r eport was a uthorised by the Trust Secretary and signed on behalf of the Trust.
Trust Secretary Dated: 26 July 2021
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Lydney Recreation Trust (the charity) for the year ended 31 March 2021.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act).
I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act . In carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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1 accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the 2011 Act; or
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2 the financial statements do not accord with those records; or
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3 the financial statements 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 financial statements to be reached.
Ian Price
20 Newerne Street Lydney Gloucestershire GL15 5RA
Dated: 18 August 2021
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| funds | funds | ||
| 2021 | 2020 | ||
| Notes | £ |
£ | |
| Income and endowments from: | |||
| Donations and legacies | 3 | 30,515 | 21,494 |
| Charitable activities | 4 | 19,801 | 24,627 |
| Investments | 5 | 736 | 1,506 |
| Other income | 6 | 184 | 24 |
| Total income | 51,236 | 47,651 | |
| Expenditure on: | |||
| Charitable activities | 7 | 56,788 | 57,804 |
| Net gains/(losses) on investments | 10 | 13,340 | (12,497) |
| Net movement in funds | 7,788 | (22,650) | |
| Fund balances at 1 April 2020 | 346,026 | 368,676 | |
| Fund balances at 31 March 2021 | 353,814 | 346,026 |
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
All income and expenditure is unrestricted, and derives from continuing activities.
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2021
| Notes Fixed assets Tangible assets 11 Investments 12 Current assets Debtors 13 Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 14 Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities Income funds Unrestricted funds Designated funds General unrestricted funds |
2021 £ 7,133 210,032 217,165 (3,109) 37,699 316,115 |
£ 139,758 - 139,758 214,056 353,814 353,814 353,814 |
2020 £ 17,545 145,667 163,212 (860) 58,309 287,717 |
£ 138,507 45,167 183,674 162,352 346,026 346,026 346,026 |
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The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 26 July 2021
Lydney Town Council Trustee
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
1 Accounting policies
Charity information
Lydney Recreation Trust is a charitable trust.
1.1 Accounting convention
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's [governing document], the Charities Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The accounts are prepared in sterling , which is the functional currency of the charity.
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
1.2 Going concern
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
1.3 Charitable funds
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.
Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity.
1.4 Income
Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.
1.5 Expenditure
Resources expended are recognised in the period in which they are incurred.
1.6 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
Land and buildings 10% straight line basis Fixtures, fittings & equipment 20% straight line basis
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in net income/(expenditure) for the year.
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
1 Accounting policies
(Continued)
1.7 Fixed asset investments
Fixed asset investments are initially measured at transaction price excluding transaction costs, and are subsequently measured at fair value at each reporting date. Changes in fair value are recognised in net income/(expenditure) for the year . Transaction costs are expensed as incurred.
1.8 Impairment of fixed assets
At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any ) .
1.9 Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.
1.10 Financial instruments
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future p aymen ts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
1 Accounting policies
(Continued)
1.11 Restricted Funds
Restricted funds are to be used for specific purposes as laid down by the donor. Expenditure which meets this criteria is charged to the fund.
1.12 Unrestricted Funds
Unrestricted funds are incoming resources receivable or generated for the objects of the charity without further specified purpose and are available as general funds.
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
| Notes Cash flows from operating activities Cash generated from/(absorbed by) operations 17 Investing activities Purchase of tangible fixed assets Proceeds on disposal of investments Interest received Net cash generated from/(used in) investing activities Net cash used in financing activities Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year Cash and cash equivalents at end of year |
2021 £ (20,610) 58,507 736 |
£ 25,732 38,633 - 64,365 145,667 210,032 |
2020 £ (51,334) - 1,506 |
£ (8,608) (49,828) - (58,436) 204,103 145,667 |
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
2 Critical accounting estimates and judgements
In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.
3 Donations and legacies
| Donations and gifts Lydney Town Council & other grants Charitable activities Charitable rental income Investments Income from listed investments Interest receivable |
Unrestricted Total funds 2021 2020 £ £ - 979 30,515 20,515 30,515 21,494 2021 2020 £ £ 19,801 24,627 UnrestrictedUnrestricted funds funds 2021 2020 £ £ 712 1,365 24 141 736 1,506 |
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4 Charitable activities
5 Investments
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
6 Other income
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | |
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| funds | funds | |
| 2021 | 2020 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Other income | 184 | 24 |
| Charitable activities | ||
| 2021 | 2020 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Depreciation and impairment | 19,359 | 17,277 |
| Office costs | 109 | 327 |
| Insurance | 5,983 | 5,120 |
| Water, electricity, rates | 3,631 | 3,639 |
| Grass cutting, grounds, general maintenance | 13,088 | 12,649 |
| Litter picking, dog waste bins & bags | 12,210 | 11,951 |
| Skateboard park maintenance | 918 | 5,561 |
| Health and safety (incl tree works) | 700 | 450 |
| Independent examiners fees | 790 | 830 |
| 56,788 | 57,804 |
7 Charitable activities
8 Trustees
None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year.
9 Employees
The average monthly number of employees during the year was:
| 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Number | Number | |
| Total | - | - |
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
10 Net gains/(losses) on investments
| Revaluation of investments 11 Tangible fixed assets Cost At 1 April 2020 Additions At 31 March 2021 Depreciation and impairment At 1 April 2020 Depreciation charged in the year At 31 March 2021 Carrying amount At 31 March 2021 At 31 March 2020 |
UnrestrictedUnrestricted funds funds 2021 2020 £ £ 13,340 (12,497) Land and buildings Fixtures, fittings & equipment Total £ £ £ 274,194 4,187 278,381 20,610 - 20,610 294,804 4,187 298,991 137,888 2,632 140,520 18,713 - 18,713 156,601 2,632 159,233 138,203 1,555 139,758 136,306 2,201 138,507 |
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The additions to land and buildings in the year ended 31 March 2021 are drainage works.
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
12 Fixed asset investments
| Listed | |
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| investments | |
| £ | |
| Cost or valuation | |
| At 1 April 2020 | 45,167 |
| Valuation changes | 13,340 |
| Disposals | (58,507) |
| At 31 March 2021 | - |
| Carrying amount | |
| At 31 March 2021 | - |
| At 31 March 2020 | 45,167 |
Fixed asset investments revalued
Listed investments are included at revalued amounts . T he basis of the valuation is market value. T he comparable amounts on the historical cost basis at 31 March 2021 totalled nil (2020 - £53,093).
13 Debtors
| Amounts falling due within one year: Trade debtors Other debtors Prepayments and accrued income 14 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Accruals and deferred income |
2021 £ 1,011 855 5,267 7,133 2021 £ 3,109 |
2020 £ 419 11,126 6,000 17,545 2020 £ 860 |
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LYDNEY RECREATION TRUST
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
15 Designated Funds
The income funds of the charity include the following designated funds , all held within current assets, which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes: b/f 2020 Income Expended c/f 2021 £ £ £ £ Drainage 58,309 - (20,610) 37,699
16 Related party transactions
Income for the year ended 31 March 2021 includes £20,515 (2020-£20,515) grant income from Lydney Town Council.
| 17 | Cash generated from operations | 2021 | 2020 |
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| £ | £ | ||
| Surplus/(deficit) for the year | 7,788 | (22,650) | |
| Adjustments for: | |||
| Investment income recognised in statement of financial activities | (736) | (1,506) | |
| Fair value gains and losses on investments | (13,340) | 12,497 | |
| Depreciation and impairment of tangible fixed assets | 19,359 | 17,277 | |
| Movements in working capital: | |||
| Decrease/(increase) in debtors | 10,412 | (10,844) | |
| Increase/(decrease) in creditors | 2,249 | (3,382) | |
| Cash generated from/(absorbed by) operations | 25,732 | (8,608) |
- 18 Analysis of changes in net funds
The charity had no debt during the year.
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