## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period** ## **From Period start date To Period end date** ## **Charity name:** ## **Charity registration number:** ## **Objectives and Activities** ||SORP reference|| |---|---|---| |Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document|Para 1.17|The charity's purpose is to provide a
recreation ground with the authority to
construct a building for recreational use by
the inhabitants of the Parish of Great
Blakenham.| |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|| |Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit|Para 1.18|This facility is intended to be accessible to all
residents, regardless of gender, political
affiliation, religious beliefs, or other opinions.
Specifically, it is designed to host meetings,
lectures, classes, and various forms of
recreation and leisure activities aimed at
improving the quality of life for the local
community.
The trustees confirm and are committed to
maximising public benefit while adhering to
the Charity Commission's guidance.| ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: ||SORP reference|| |---|---|---| |Policy on grant making|Para 1.38|The charity actively seeks grant funding to
support its objectives and enhance
community services. Grant applications are
pursued based on alignment with the
charity’s mission, prioritising projects that
improve facilities, expand programs, and
increase accessibility. All grants received are
managed transparently and allocated to
maximise community benefit.| |Policy on social investment
including program related
investment|Para 1.38|| |||| |---|---|---| |Contribution made by
volunteers|Para 1.38|Volunteers play a vital role in the charity’s
success, contributing their time and skills
to support events, maintenance, and
community programs. Their dedication
ensures the smooth operation of activities
such as fundraising events, youth
engagement programs, and facility
upkeep.
The charity remains committed to
recruiting, training, and recognising
volunteers for their invaluable
contributions.| |Other||| ## **Achievements and Performance** ||SORP reference|| |---|---|---| |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|As our committee continues to grow, we
remain committed to making a meaningful
impact within the community. We have
established the venue as a safe and
welcoming space for young people, a hub for
social inclusion to reduce loneliness and
isolation, and a vibrant setting for
celebrations, including parties, weddings,
and public events such as craft fairs.
Additionally, we provide a warm and
supportive environment for vulnerable
members of the community, fostering new
friendships and strengthening social
connections. Through these efforts, the
charity has enhanced the well-being of
residents and contributed to a more
connected and inclusive society.| **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: Over this financial period, the charity has made significant progress in achieving its Achievements against Para 1.41 objectives. Regular club bookings, objectives set including community events, and recreational activities, have strengthened local engagement. The successful hosting of monthly community parties. Ongoing improvements to facilities and increased volunteer participation further support the charity’s mission to enhance the wellbeing of the Great Blakenham community. |||| |---|---|---| |Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set|Para 1.41|The charity currently priorities reinvesting| |Investment performance
against objectives|Para 1.41|Funds into community programs and
facility maintenance rather than fnancial
investments. As a result, there are no
signifcant investment holdings to assess
against performance objectives.
However, any surplus funds are
strategically allocated to enhance the
charity’s services, improve infrastructure,
and support long-term sustainability. The
trustees continuously evaluate fnancial
opportunities to ensure funds are used
efectivelyto benefit the community.| |Other||| ## **Financial Review** |**Financial Review**||| |---|---|---| |Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period|Para 1.21|| |Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|At the end of the reporting period, the
charity remains in a stable fnancial
position, with income generated through
regular club bookings, fundraising events,
and community initiatives. Despite
economic challenges, the charity has
efectively managed its resources to
maintain operations and continue
providing essential services to the
community. The charity follows a prudent
reserves policy to ensure fnancial
sustainability. Reserves are maintained to
cover unforeseen expenses, support
future development projects, and provide
fnancial security in case of unexpected
reductions in income.
Holding reserves enables the charity to
continue delivering key services and
activities without disruption.| |Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|| |Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|| |Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|| |Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern|Para 1.23|The trustees have assessed the charity’s
fnancial position and, despite economic
pressures, believe it remains a going
concern. Ongoing fundraising eforts,
grant applications, and increased
community engagement will help ensure
long-term sustainability. However, the
trustees continue to monitor fnancial
performance closely and implement
strategies to mitigate any potential risks.| **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|The charity's primary sources of funding
include income from regular club
bookings, venue hire for private and
community events, and fundraising
activities such as seasonal fairs, rafles,
and sponsored events. Additionally, grant
funding and community donations play a
vital role in supporting the charity's
ongoing initiatives and operational costs.
The trustees actively seek new funding
opportunities viagrants to enhance| |---|---|---|---| |||fnancial sustainability and expand
services.| |---|---|---| |Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted|Para 1.46|However, should surplus funds become
available, the trustees will explore
responsible investment opportunities that
align with the charity’s mission while
maintaining financial security. Any
investment decisions will be made in
accordance with ethical guidelines and in the
best interests of the charity and its
beneficiaries.
• Financial Sustainability: Reliance on
external funding and donations A description
of the principal risks facing the charity
Para 1.46 requires diversification of income
sources.
• Operational Costs: Rising utility and
maintenance expenses necessitate
cost-saving measures.
• Volunteer & Trustee Engagement:
Ongoing recruitment and training are
essential for continuity.
• Regulatory Compliance: Regular
reviews ensure adherence to
governance and safety standards.
• External Factors: Economic
changes and policy shifts may impact
operations, requiring strategic
planning.| |A description of the principal
risks facing the charity|Para 1.46|Financial Sustainability: Reliance on external
funding and donations A description of the
principal risks facing the charity
Para 1.46 requires diversification of income
sources.
• Operational Costs: Rising utility and
maintenance expenses necessitate cost-
saving measures.
• Volunteer & Trustee Engagement: Ongoing
recruitment and training are essential for
continuity.
• Regulatory Compliance: Regular reviews
ensure adherence to governance and safety
standards.
• External Factors: Economic changes and
policy shifts may impact operations,
requiring strategic planning.| |Other||| ## **Structure, Governance and Management** |Description of charity’s
trusts:||| |---|---|---| |Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|Trust deed dates 18 JANUARY 1963| |How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|We are constituted as an unincorporated
association.| |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|The charity adheres to standard practices as
outlined by the Charity Commission for
England and Wales. Typically, this involves
the appointment of trustees through
resolutions passed at properly convened
meetings, such as Annual General Meetings
(AGMs). The charity ensures that trustee
selection aligns with its objectives and
complies with regulatory requirements.| |**Additional information (optional)**
You may choose to include further statements||where relevant about:| |Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees|Para 1.51|| |The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works|Para 1.51|The charity's organisational structure
includes an Executive Committee of
Trustees from the Parish Council, Church,
village and Cycle Speedway. There is a
recognised priority to recruit more
Trustees and Volunteers to enhance the
charity's operations.| |Relationship with any related
parties|Para 1.51|| |Other||| ## **Reference and Administrative details** Charity name Other name the charity uses Registered charity number Charity’s principal address **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity** |1
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**to appoint trustee(if any)**| |---|---|---|---|---| ||Kerrie Anne Vipond|Treasurer||| ||Emma Ford|Secretary||| ||Avril Hammond|Chair||| ||Janet Momoh
Jamesy|Trustee||| ||StaceyRunciman|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 ## **Additional information (optional)** ## **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)**
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Treasurer|| ||31/01/2026|| ||31/01/2026|| eere onG 'ill gL endcni Examiners Kepor¢ for period 01.04.2024 10 31.03.202i .. Nuinl r 3047$3 rers ou Inde 043 Ineome Hall Hire Hall Hire - De￿Sits Held Glass Rccveling Donation Fundraising Incom¢ Bar Incomc £12.174.50 £1.8iO. £I.IK)8.30 £98i.fA) £17.740.08 Total Ineome £N,686.48 Expenditure Utilities- Eleeiric l.lall Maintenance Cleaner Cleaning Material Ground Mainienance Insuranee Internet IT Athnin Utililles - Water Misc Exps Phone Bank Charges Bar Expendiiure £8.70?.04 £2.i97.99 £2.3 j4.7? £1.80i.46 £ii8.18 £472.4) £377.iO. £343.38 £234.37 £18.264.62 Total Expenditure Net Ineome Il%nk Balances confirmed 31103r25 Main Account Bar Account Fixed Tenn Depxisil Inlercst Account £18.4i8.ii £2.?(H).41 £11.629.7i £IW.41 98.1 rea roun an Vill ge Hall Chari Number 475 Ind pen ent Examine My examination has carried out a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeks explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts. In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements have not been met. Name: Samantha Brown Relevant Professional qualificationlprofessional body: AAT fully Qualified. ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business. Address: 44 Chapel Lane, Great Blakenham, Ipswich, IP6 oju. Date: 30/0112026 Signature: eere onG 'ill gL endcni Examiners Kepor¢ for period 01.04.2024 10 31.03.202i .. Nuinl r 3047$3 rers ou Inde 043 Ineome Hall Hire Hall Hire - De￿Sits Held Glass Rccveling Donation Fundraising Incom¢ Bar Incomc £12.174.50 £1.8iO. £I.IK)8.30 £98i.fA) £17.740.08 Total Ineome £N,686.48 Expenditure Utilities- Eleeiric l.lall Maintenance Cleaner Cleaning Material Ground Mainienance Insuranee Internet IT Athnin Utililles - Water Misc Exps Phone Bank Charges Bar Expendiiure £8.70?.04 £2.i97.99 £2.3 j4.7? £1.80i.46 £ii8.18 £472.4) £377.iO. £343.38 £234.37 £18.264.62 Total Expenditure Net Ineome Il%nk Balances confirmed 31103r25 Main Account Bar Account Fixed Tenn Depxisil Inlercst Account £18.4i8.ii £2.?(H).41 £11.629.7i £IW.41 98.1 rea roun an Vill ge Hall Chari Number 475 Ind pen ent Examine My examination has carried out a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeks explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts. In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements have not been met. Name: Samantha Brown Relevant Professional qualificationlprofessional body: AAT fully Qualified. ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business. Address: 44 Chapel Lane, Great Blakenham, Ipswich, IP6 oju. Date: 30/0112026 Signature: