## STABLES CHRISTIAN CENTRE Old Rectory, Bolnhurst, Bedford MK44 2ES Website: www.stableschristiancentre.co.uk Tel. (01234)376237 Charity No. 327398 ## **Annual Report 2021** ## **Overview** Throughout 2021 the project continued to provide training and support to clients both face to face and remotely. Even though the challenges associated with the pandemic continued to affect everyone, the project was well attended throughout the year. During national lockdown, (between January and March), communication with clients was prioritised. Most clients were able to return to the project after the lockdown, however 1 Tuesday client moved house and decided to leave the project. ## **Governance and management** The trustees met twice during the year and were available for ongoing support and advice. The health and safety committee met twice and reported to the Trustees. Staff meetings were held monthly and continued to form the basis for the day to day running of the project. ## **Staff** One member of staff was employed in February as Client Supervisor and was subsequently promoted to Office Manager in July, following the resignation of the previous Office Manager. 1 new Client Supervisor was employed in June and a new role called “Office Support” was created to help with the extra workload incurred by the pandemic. The Office Support role was filled in August. One of the Trustees volunteered on the Thursday programme between March and May. Another Trustee continued to be a member of a committee set up to review Covid safe working procedures. 2 volunteers continued to help with administration jobs, one of them being a member of the Health and Safety Committee. ## **Seed Sowers Project** Both the Tuesday programme and the Thursday group averaged 11 attendees each, who were all involved in varying ways in the practical tasks of the project. 1 Thursday client, who had moved away, felt that he had benefitted so much from being at the Centre, he decided to travel from his new location to attend once a month. 1 new Thursday client started attending in August. During routine reviews, carers and clients expressed how much they valued the project. One Thursday client stated that coming to the Stables had helped them to feel part of a community. Another client stated that coming to the Stables was the only meaningful activity he participated in during the week. Another client was pleased that he had learned a new skill that he would not have otherwise learned elsewhere. ## **Sales and production** Customers were able to purchase preserves, plants, produce, handmade gifts and cards from the shop throughout the year. Many of the sales and events that staff usually attend were cancelled again this year, due to the pandemic. There were, however, 2 successful seasonal sales held on site. Fudge made by the Thursday team was sold at the Christmas sale and proved extremely popular. The Coffee Shop, which usually opens monthly between May and December, was closed. It is hoped that this will re-launch in Spring 2022. We supplied 3 local retail outlets. ## **External liaison** External liaison with local councils, charities, churches and care professionals continued, however this was mainly by remote communication. ## **Building and grounds maintenance, and capital resources** No significant changes were made to the buildings or grounds. ## **Summary** Throughout 2020 the project engaged 22 people in meaningful work. The first 3 months of the year were spent in lockdown due to the Covid 19 pandemic. During lockdown clients were contacted regularly. As Covid restrictions eased and clients returned it was evident how much they had missed the practical work and companionship. Some of the Thursday clients asked if they could bring their own “thought for the day” to share at coffee break, and this proved to be very successful, prompting positive discussion from all. New staff settled into their roles quickly and became vital members of the team, establishing positive working relationships with other staff members and clients. An increase in computer technology, including IT support from an external company, meant that staff had more flexibility to work from home when the need arose. Feedback from clients and their carers continued to be extremely positive in terms of how much they value the project. The self-worth that comes from participating in meaningful work is something that carers identified as one of the project’s most important aspects. Support by the local communities has continued. Local churches and individuals also continued to give generous donations. Grants were received from Bedford Borough Council and the Wixamtree Trust. CHARITY (OMMISSION. FOR ENGLANO A14D WALES Iri(iependent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of Bolnhurst Stables Trust On accounts for the year ended 31. December 2021 Charity no (if any) 327398 Set out on pages 3,4and5 I report lo the trustees on my examination ofthe accounls ofthe above charity ("the Trust") for Ihe year ended 3111212021 Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 Ilhe Act"). I report in resped of my examination of the Trust's accounls carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Acl and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charily Commission under section 145151(b) of the Act. Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examinerfs statement come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause lo believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act., or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records.. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements Con￿rning the fonn 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: Date: 3° February 2022 Name: David Dwyer Relevant professional qualification{s) or body lif any): Address: The Forge Keysoe Rd Riseley, Beds. MK44 1 DE IER Oct 2018 Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material mallers of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidan￿ for examiners). Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose. The prewous years, accounts balan￿ sheets had carry foward errors on lines al the bottom of the sheet which show how the Total Assets are Represented. This showed an imbalance between the Total Assets and how the funds were representèd for years 2019 and 2020. These errors have been corrected in the 2021 accounts. IER Oct 2018 Seedsowers. CofFee Shopand Tralnin% Dovdoprnént Proje£t Sumrnaryof IrKorne an&ExFenditureforthe ¥earefjdèd31st Dec*rnber 2021 2021 UnrestricTrd 2020 Tot31 Income 5.250 5.213 13.336 7.444 10.329 5,0 4.037 481 31,666 2.044 22.392 170 7,392 12.001 -36 33,748 2,029 624 1.037 Room Hrie HMRC Rec4very nk Interest 202 14 45 30 2.350 R5Claim 624 Wages Travol 0ft5uMbblt5to3id sa￿5 48.028 2.082 2.190 1.072 45.942 44.495 2.a63 421 1.039 337 1,977 2,942 2.912 452 421 524 $28 369 2.25Q Water Rates 394 Insurèhce 3.019 2.430 138 574 17 2.157 714 304 1.037 Course EquipmeTht -75 98 120 1.843 392 MRC 8anking Ft 5uppart 72 87 343 129 624 Surplu51deficlttor the year Nate5 Seedsowers, Coffee Shop and Training Development Project Balance Sheet 31st December 2021 Notes 2021 2020 2019 Flxed Assets: l Offi'ce Equipment l Fixtures and Fittings l Garden Tools and Equipment Current Asset5- I Stock 2 Debtors HMRC 3 Cash in hand and at bank 356 2,146 754 iii 10,228 34,486 18,723 20,869 Current Liabilities: 4 Creditors HMRC Payments in advance 1,038 270 43 1,850 1,038 313 1,850 Total Assets 33,804 20.556 9,243 Represented by.. General Reserve brought forward Restrittod Funds brought forward 20,556 9.243 9.265 Surplusldeficit on general funds 5 Surplu5/deficit on restricted fund5 11,681 1,567 11,161 1,976 Gener31 reserve carried forward 5 Restricted fund5 carried forward 32,237 1,567 20,404 11,242 33,804 20,404 11,242 Signed Ch3irtnan of the Trustees Name in Full Date Seedsowers, Coffee Shop and Training Development Projert N¢xes to ihe Ac¢ounts 31st December 2021 Flxed Assets All fixed assets and stock have been written off in the year of purchase Debtors Gillian Pritchard Rebecca Prentice Rebecca Prentice Rebecca Prentice Rebecca Prentice The Stodden Churches Disclosure & Barring Service T1764 T1767 T1768 T1769 T1770 R211024 190.00 Fees InvoSced 2.50 Fees Invoiced 10.00 Fees Invoiced 10.(K) Fees Invoiced 10.00 Fees Invoiced 120.83 Donation 13.00 DBS Payment t8ken in error 356.33 Czsh in hand and at bank Bank balance Cash in hand Cash waiting to cleared 8t bank 34,109.78 360.00 16.06 34,485.84 Creditors Bedford Borough Council Pat Moyce Pat Moyce Unpre5ented cheques The Friends of St Peter Pavenham HMRC 988.47 Grant Refund 17.50 Fees Overpaid 17.50 Fees Overpaid 2509 15.00 Payments in advance 1,038.47 Restricted Funds Grants for Infection Control Received frorn Bedford Borough Council Grants for Infection Control Refunded to 8edford 8oroueh Council - not spent 9,600.00 2.207.94 7,392.06 CHARITY (OMMISSION. FOR ENGLANO A14D WALES Iri(iependent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of Bolnhurst Stables Trust On accounts for the year ended 31. December 2021 Charity no (if any) 327398 Set out on pages 3,4and5 I report lo the trustees on my examination ofthe accounls ofthe above charity ("the Trust") for Ihe year ended 3111212021 Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 Ilhe Act"). I report in resped of my examination of the Trust's accounls carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Acl and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charily Commission under section 145151(b) of the Act. Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examinerfs statement come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause lo believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act., or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records.. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements Con￿rning the fonn 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: Date: 3° February 2022 Name: David Dwyer Relevant professional qualification{s) or body lif any): Address: The Forge Keysoe Rd Riseley, Beds. MK44 1 DE IER Oct 2018 Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material mallers of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidan￿ for examiners). Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose. The prewous years, accounts balan￿ sheets had carry foward errors on lines al the bottom of the sheet which show how the Total Assets are Represented. This showed an imbalance between the Total Assets and how the funds were representèd for years 2019 and 2020. These errors have been corrected in the 2021 accounts. IER Oct 2018 Seedsowers. CofFee Shopand Tralnin% Dovdoprnént Proje£t Sumrnaryof IrKorne an&ExFenditureforthe ¥earefjdèd31st Dec*rnber 2021 2021 UnrestricTrd 2020 Tot31 Income 5.250 5.213 13.336 7.444 10.329 5,0 4.037 481 31,666 2.044 22.392 170 7,392 12.001 -36 33,748 2,029 624 1.037 Room Hrie HMRC Rec4very nk Interest 202 14 45 30 2.350 R5Claim 624 Wages Travol 0ft5uMbblt5to3id sa￿5 48.028 2.082 2.190 1.072 45.942 44.495 2.a63 421 1.039 337 1,977 2,942 2.912 452 421 524 $28 369 2.25Q Water Rates 394 Insurèhce 3.019 2.430 138 574 17 2.157 714 304 1.037 Course EquipmeTht -75 98 120 1.843 392 MRC 8anking Ft 5uppart 72 87 343 129 624 Surplu51deficlttor the year Nate5 Seedsowers, Coffee Shop and Training Development Project Balance Sheet 31st December 2021 Notes 2021 2020 2019 Flxed Assets: l Offi'ce Equipment l Fixtures and Fittings l Garden Tools and Equipment Current Asset5- I Stock 2 Debtors HMRC 3 Cash in hand and at bank 356 2,146 754 iii 10,228 34,486 18,723 20,869 Current Liabilities: 4 Creditors HMRC Payments in advance 1,038 270 43 1,850 1,038 313 1,850 Total Assets 33,804 20.556 9,243 Represented by.. General Reserve brought forward Restrittod Funds brought forward 20,556 9.243 9.265 Surplusldeficit on general funds 5 Surplu5/deficit on restricted fund5 11,681 1,567 11,161 1,976 Gener31 reserve carried forward 5 Restricted fund5 carried forward 32,237 1,567 20,404 11,242 33,804 20,404 11,242 Signed Ch3irtnan of the Trustees Name in Full Date Seedsowers, Coffee Shop and Training Development Projert N¢xes to ihe Ac¢ounts 31st December 2021 Flxed Assets All fixed assets and stock have been written off in the year of purchase Debtors Gillian Pritchard Rebecca Prentice Rebecca Prentice Rebecca Prentice Rebecca Prentice The Stodden Churches Disclosure & Barring Service T1764 T1767 T1768 T1769 T1770 R211024 190.00 Fees InvoSced 2.50 Fees Invoiced 10.00 Fees Invoiced 10.(K) Fees Invoiced 10.00 Fees Invoiced 120.83 Donation 13.00 DBS Payment t8ken in error 356.33 Czsh in hand and at bank Bank balance Cash in hand Cash waiting to cleared 8t bank 34,109.78 360.00 16.06 34,485.84 Creditors Bedford Borough Council Pat Moyce Pat Moyce Unpre5ented cheques The Friends of St Peter Pavenham HMRC 988.47 Grant Refund 17.50 Fees Overpaid 17.50 Fees Overpaid 2509 15.00 Payments in advance 1,038.47 Restricted Funds Grants for Infection Control Received frorn Bedford Borough Council Grants for Infection Control Refunded to 8edford 8oroueh Council - not spent 9,600.00 2.207.94 7,392.06