Weldon Village Hall Trustees’ Annual Report
For the year ended 31 December 2025
Charity name: Weldon Village Hall
Charity registration number: 30446
Principal address: Weldon Village Hall, Bridge Street, Weldon, Corby, NN17
Reporting period: 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025
Reference and administrative details
The charity is managed by its trustees, who are responsible for the overall governance, financial management and strategic direction of Weldon Village Hall.
Trustees who served during the year:
Judith Spear, Janet Fellows, Eve Ratcliffe, Eve Price, Ann Harte, Leanne Barratt, Carlene Fox, Peter Higgins, Liam Gibbons, Megan Jones, Sarita Walvin and Tim Walvin.
Chair: Eve Ratcliffe / Leanne Barratt Treasurer: Janet Fellows Secretary: Judith Spear
Structure, governance and management
Weldon Village Hall is a registered charity operating on a not-for-profit basis for the benefit of the local community. The hall is managed entirely by a volunteer committee, supported by paid operational roles including the caretaker and cleaner.
During the year, there were some changes to the committee, including the Chair stepping into the role partway through the year following the previous Chair’s decision to stand down. The committee also said goodbye to some members and welcomed new volunteers, bringing fresh energy and support to the running of the hall.
Trustees and committee members are appointed in accordance with the charity’s governing document. The committee remains committed to maintaining effective governance, ensuring the hall is well managed, financially stable and able to meet the needs of the village.
Objectives and activities
The objective of Weldon Village Hall is to provide and maintain a community building for the benefit of residents of Weldon and the surrounding area. The hall offers a welcoming, accessible and affordable space where people of all ages can meet, learn, socialise, exercise, celebrate and take part in community life.
The majority of hall users live within the Parish of Weldon. The hall is the only facility of its kind in the village and provides an important home for a wide range of local groups and activities.
Regular users include Weldon Pre-School, Weldon Amateur Theatrical Society, Weldon Art Club, yoga classes, badminton, indoor bowls, kettlebells, martial arts classes, the Weldon Branch of the Royal British Legion, St Mary’s Church and Weldon Parish Council. The hall also hosts one-off events including children’s parties, weddings, fetes, bazaars, fundraising events and community gatherings.
The trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission’s public benefit guidance when reviewing the charity’s aims and activities. The Commission says all trustees’ annual reports must explain the charity’s purposes, what it has done during the year to carry out those purposes and confirm that trustees have taken public benefit guidance into account where relevant.
Achievements and performance
The hall continued to be well used throughout the year, with strong bookings from both regular users and one-off hirers. This reflects the continued importance of Weldon Village Hall as a central community space and a place where village life can thrive.
During the year, the trustees made good progress with maintenance and improvements to the building. Essential electrical works were completed to meet insurance requirements, helping to ensure the hall remains safe and compliant. A number of smaller improvements were also carried out, including the installation of new taps and improvements to guttering.
The charity was also pleased to secure grant funding towards the refurbishment of the main hall ceiling, with the work planned for 2026. This project will support the long-term upkeep of the building and help ensure the hall remains a safe, welcoming and well-maintained space for all users.
Fundraising and community events continued to play an important role in supporting the hall. A bingo night held during the year was particularly successful and the committee plans to build on this by holding further events and an open evening to showcase the hall and encourage wider community use.
The trustees have also begun exploring ways to make the hall easier for users to access and book, including the possibility of developing a new website and introducing an online booking system.
Public benefit
Weldon Village Hall provides clear public benefit by supporting a wide range of activities for people of all ages in the Parish of Weldon. It is used by children from the age of two through Weldon PreSchool, by young people through theatrical and activity-based groups, by adults through sport, fitness and community activities, and by older residents through groups such as bowls and art.
Many of these groups would struggle to find an alternative local venue within walking distance if the hall were not available. By providing a safe, affordable and flexible space, the charity helps residents live healthier, more active, independent and fulfilled lives. It also reduces isolation, supports social connection and strengthens community life.
Every investment made in the hall directly benefits local residents and helps protect the long-term sustainability of this important community asset.
Financial review
For the year ended 31 December 2025, Weldon Village Hall recorded income of £30,315 and expenditure of £24,996.
The charity remains in a stable financial position. Income is generated primarily through hall hire, regular users, one-off bookings, fundraising and grants. These funds are used to meet the running
costs of the hall, including utilities, insurance, maintenance, cleaning, caretaker support and essential repairs.
Like many small, volunteer-run charities, Weldon Village Hall continues to face rising costs, particularly in relation to insurance, utilities and routine maintenance. The trustees continue to budget carefully and seek grant funding where appropriate to support larger repair and improvement projects.
The trustees are satisfied that the charity remains able to meet its day-to-day obligations and continue investing in the maintenance and improvement of the hall.
Principal funding sources:
Hall hire
Volunteers and thanks
The trustees would like to thank everyone who supports Weldon Village Hall, including committee members, regular users, hirers and the wider community.
Particular thanks go to Fiona, the caretaker, and Lidia, the cleaner, for their continued work in helping to keep the hall running smoothly.
The trustees also record their sincere thanks to Janet Fellows, who will be stepping down after an exceptional 38 years of service. Her long-standing dedication to the hall and the wider community is greatly appreciated.
Plans for the future
Looking ahead, the trustees plan to continue investing in the hall and improving the way it is managed and accessed by the community. Key priorities include progressing the main hall ceiling refurbishment, exploring a new website and online booking system, and continuing to develop fundraising and community events.
The committee will also need to recruit a new treasurer, which is a key role for the charity’s ongoing financial management and governance.
Overall, the trustees are positive about the future. Weldon Village Hall remains well used, financially stable and supported by a committed group of volunteers and local residents.
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved this Trustees’ Annual Report.
Signed on behalf of the trustees:
J S Spear
Name: Judith Spear Position: Trustee Date: 01.09.26
Weldon Village Hall Balance Sheet as at 3111212025 2025 2024 Current Assets Debtors NationNvide Barclays Bank Cash 1,913.00 0.00 23,738.44 287 212 19 000 19,472.00 623 62 25,654,31 20.307 81 Current Liabilities Deferred Revenue Creditors (960 00) (932 00) 960.00 932 00) Net Current Assets 24,694.31 19,315 81 Financed by: Accumulated Fund Balance @ 01-01-24 Add Surplusl(Deficit) for year 19,375.81 5,318.50 19,713.20 (337.39) 24,694.31 19,375.81 I have examined the books and records of Weldon Village Hall and agree that they are a true record of the affairs of the Hall
Woldon Villago Hall Incomo & Expondituro Accoijnt Incomo lire of Hall Ciranl - NNCC - Roofing leldon P Council 'Rumbles' Raffle Bingo Planet 2025 28 170.37 000 1,000 00 230 00 665 00 250 00 2024 2Jf,197 00 17,000 00 999 00 000 595 00 5000 Total Incomo 30,315 37 43.84100 Hall Running Cosls Windows Grounds Maintenance Annual Services Annual Floor Maintenance Consumables Maintenance l Repair Insurance Claims Equipment Caretaker & Cleaner Mobile Phone Insurance Rates Refuse Collection Electncity Gas Watpr 180 00 670 00 1.351 14 000 1,244 70 1,253 92 000 000 9,384 17 265 42 2,914 26 538 92 638 43 1,992 58 2,29115 1,807 41 130.00 1,730 00 982 07 000 834 32 708 32 000 168 98 867742 144 16 2,618 65 512 95 493,48 2,381.53 2,059 88 1,16348 24,532 10 22,605 24 Other Exponsos Subscnplions Donations Presentations Performing Rights Miscellaneous 4800 7500 2316 268 61 000 4800 000 2100 -649 46 2255 414.77 ~557 91 Administratlon Administration Expenses Stationery I Photocopying Auditor 0.00 000 50.00 899 000 5000 5000 5899 Major Expendlture Roofing Gents Toilets Refurbishment Land Registry King's Portrait 000 000 0.00 000 18,978 00 1,320 47 1,473 60 300 00 000 22,072 07 Total Expendituro 24,996 87 44,178.39 Surplus l (Doficitl for yoar 531850 (337 39)
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