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2023-12-31-accounts

HART VILLAGE HALL ASSOCIATION RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS 31 DECEMBER 2023

Charity Number: 510272

| CHARITY COMMISSION {gt} FOR ENGLAND AND WALES

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 01.01.2023 Period startdate To 31.12.2023 Period end date Charity name: HART VILLAGE HALL ASSOCIATION

Charity registration number: 510272

Objectives and Activities

a a
Summary ofthe purposes of Para 1.17
the charity as set out in its and maintenance ofa village hall for use
governing document by the inhabitants ofthe area of benefit
without distinction of political, religious
or other opinions, including use for:
a) meetings, lectures and classes, and
b) otherforms of recreation and leisure
time occupation
with the object of improving conditions of
life forthe inhabitants.” Governing
doc.2003
Summary ofthe main
activities in relation tothose
Para 1.17and
1-19
Hart Village Hall provides a state ofthe
artwell maintained, clean, comfortable,
purposes forthe public spacious and safe place fora variety of
benefit, in particular, the activities to take place. These range from
activities, projects or services exercise and well-being classes, to pre-
identified in the accounts. school activities and to specific interest
groups. In providing a variety of activities
the Hall provides a social hub that
supports the physical and emotional well-
being of a wide age group of inhabitants
from the local area. It provides a
convenient venue formany community
events in partnership with other local
groups such as Mary Magdalene Church ,
Hart Parish Council e.g.: Easter Fair,
Harvest Festival, Christmas Fair& Parish
Council meetings. In addition to joint
events the hall organises community
events such as Clairvoyant nights and
80’s music nights, providing a focus for
the local community to come together.
It is also a popular choice to celebrate
family events. Such as birthdays and
funerals
Statement confirming Para 1.18 In planning our activities, we kept in mind
whether the trustees have the Charity Commission guidance on
had regard to the guidance public benefit.
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Achievements and Performance

eres During 2023 the Hall provided a wide range of exercise, (Pilates, Dance Fit, Pilates and Tone) well-being, (Yoga, Tai Summary of the main a Chi) leisure, (W.1, Hartlepool Community achievements of the charity, , Singers, History Group, Whist) and preidentifying the difference the school (Parent and Toddler, Childminder charity's work has made to and Toddler) activities, supporting the the circumstances of its physical and emotional health and wellbeneficiaries and any wider being of the local community across a benefits to society as a broad spectrum of ages. In 2023 we whole. contracted with a new Church Group (AOC). The Hall continues to be in demand as a venue for family celebrations with children’s birthday parties particularly popular. Community events held here were also well attended by the local community, including: Christmas Heart for Hart, Clairvoyant night and 80’s Music Night.

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Financial Review

Review ofthe charity's Review ofthe charity's Para 1.21 2023was a comparable/ slightly better
financial position atthe end
ofthe period
financial yearcompared to 2022.
The Hall raises most of its incomefrom
the hiring out ofthe facilities for both
regular classes and casual hire (typically
Birthday Party) events. In 2023 income
from these areas met orwas close to our
budget.
Income from regular users totalled
£15,534 (2022 £12,706).This comprised of
£7,227 from leisure classes, £1,906 from
pre-school classes and £6,401 from
exercise classes.
Income from casual users which include
family celebrations and evening events
provided a further income of£5,936. This
was complimented by the availability of
the bar and kitchen, sales from which
provided an additional source ofincome
of£2,152.
At the end of December 2023 current
assets totalled £65,644 (2022-£62,531),
comprising ofbank balance of£10,060,
cash of£583 and reserves of£35,000
+£20,000 which have been invested ina
long term low risk investment plans.
Statement explaining the Para 1.22 Itwas agreed to increase our reserves by
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held
£20,000 to£55,000 which takes into
consideration a major interruption
causing loss ofincome and any large
unexpected outgoings such as major
repairs.
reserves
deficit
Explanation ofany Para 1.23
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern
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financial position
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any fundraising)
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financial position
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HVHA worked througha drastic drop in
Para 1.46 income during 2020. Cost control, the use
A description of the principal of reserves and cash at hand together
risks facing the charity with Grants ensured the ongoing
operation of the charity. The main risk
facing the charity would be a similar
event to the Covid Pandemic if we were
not supported with sufficient levels of
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Structure, Governance and Management

trusts:
How is the charity Para 1.25 Unincorporated association
constituted?
Trustee selection methods Para 1.25 The Trustees are appointed or
including details ofany reappointed annually at the Annual
constitutional provisions e.g. General Meeting held in March.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees

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adopted forthe induction and| Par 1-51|Policies and procedures
adopted forthe induction and| Par 1-51||| |---|---|---|---| |training of trustees|||| ||||At the end of 2023 there are 14 trustees| ||||appointed. Chairman; Vice Chairman;| |The charity’s organisational|||Secretary and Treasurer are part ofthe 14| |structure and anywider|paar||appointees. Wework closely with other| |network with which the|||village halls in the area through the Tees| |charity works|||Valley Village Halls Association.| |Relationship with any related | Para 1.51|||| |parties|||| |mee||ee|| |Reference and Administrative||details|| ||Hart Village||Hall Association| |Othernamethecharityuses||||| |Registered charity
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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

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ree eee Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets

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Prepared by: Andrew Elliott Trustee and Treasurer Hart Village Hall 10 March 2024

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04/06/2024

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HART VILLAGE HALL ASSOCIATION

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023

2023 2022
Unrestricted
funds
Totalfunds
Receipts
Leisure - Regular 7,227 7,227 5,176
Preschool - Regular 1,906 1,906 2,024
Exercise - Regular 6,401 6,401 5,506
Hall bookings and hire 5,936 5,936 7,523
Ticket sales 2,965 2,965 1,038
Donations
Bar and kitchen
118
2,152
118
2,152
290
2,531
General Income 88 88 =
Grants - = 8,245
Jubilee Grant - - 250
26,793 26,793 32,383
Payments
Insurance 1,414 1,414 1,676
Water
Electric
Gas
864
1,830
2,488
864
1,830
2,488
761
1,717
2,360
Repairs and maintenance 3,264 3,264 1,257
Cleaning and caretaking 3,693 3,693 2,172
Caretaker honorarium - - 1,200
General
Fundraising Expenses
839
-
839
-
1,149
543
Donation 650 650 696
Printing, postage and stationery 213 213 95
Bar and kitchen 1,643 1,643 973
Wi-Fi 586 586 556
Hall Events 2,059 2,059 -
Accountancy - - 250
Bank Charge 455 455 306
Jubilee Grant - - 250
Cash exchange difference 134 134 0
20,132 20,132 15,961
Receipts less payments 6,795 6,795 24,364
Asset purchases (3,548) (3,548) (6,778)
Receipts/Net (Expenses)
Net movement in funds 3,247 3,247 17,587
Bank and Cash Account
Brought forward 62,551 62,531 57,710
Carried forward 65,644 65,644 62531
Current Assets
Bank current account 10,061 10,061 26,516
Cash 583 583 1,015
Investment 55,000 55,000 35,000
65,644 65,644 62,531

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HART VILLAGE HALL ASSOCIATION

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023

Note of Fixed Assets

Net book Net book
value b/fwd Additions Disposals Depreciation value c/fwd
Hall and buildings 42,740 - - - 42,740
Improvements to hall
Fixtures and fittings
41,099
15,253
629
2,919
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-
(5,454)
(1,687)
36,274
16,485
99,092 3,548 - (7,141) 95,499

These accounts were approved by the Management Trustees at a meeting held on and signed on their behalf by:

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