STO8SWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
REGISTERED CHARITY NO: 522143
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

STOBSWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
INDEX
CONTENTS
PAGE
Lègal and Admininslralive Details
Trustees, Report
Independent Examinerfs Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Finanaal Statements

STOBSWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
CHARITY REGISTRATION NO: 522143
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
TRUSTEES:
I Walson
K Batson
S Townsley
J C Wiggett
S Douglas
S Pringle (Resigned August 2023)
J Stewart
P Mcpherson
D King
SCHEME ADDRESS:
Stobswood
Morpelh
NE615QA
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER:
J Wallage FCA
CISWO (Trading) Limited
The Old Rectory
Rectory Drive
Whislon
Rotherham
S60 4JG

STOBSWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
The Trustees present their report along with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March
2024. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in Note 1
to the accounts which can be found on page 7.
Constitution and Objects
The charity is governed by a scheme dated 19 November 2004. and is registered as a Charity on 2 December
1963 under the number 522143.
Ils objective is the provision of a recreation and welfare centre for the benefits and inhabitants (and in particular
but not exclusively, such of the said inhabitants are members of the mining comrnunity) of the area of benefit
wilhoul distinction of political, religious or other opinions with the object of improving the conditions of life for the
said inhabilanls.
The Iruslees have referred lo Ihe guidance given by the Charity Commission on public benefit when reviewing
the charity's aims and objectives and details of the activities thal have taken place during the year can be found
later in this report.
Oryanlsational Structure
The trustees who have served the charity during the year are shown on page 1.
The charity is responsible for maintaining the premises and grounds in a suitable stale of repair for use by those
who live in the surrounding area. 11 raises income through various charitable activities, grant income and
investment income. In addition to this, the connected trading company, Slobswood Miners, Welfare Recreation
Centre Social Club Limited. pays an annual Occupational Licence Fee to the charity in addition lo gift-aiding its
taxable profits to the Charity for ¢haritable usage.
Trustee vacancies are advertised and interested parties are asked to apply in writing. Interviews will be held and
suitable candidates are then notified to their nominating body being either CISWO, trade union or members.
Financial Review
The charity had net incoming resources of £1,261 {2023 net outgoing resources £18,929). This improvement is
mainly due lo a decrease in repair costs. The balance sheet remains very healthy with total nel assets of
£117.364.
Review of Activities and Public Benefits
The trustees have referred to the guidan￿ given by the Charity Commission on Public Benefrt when rewewing
the aims and objectives and resulting activities are outlined below.
The trustees wish to note the sad passing of former ¢hairman. Mr Edward Conroy. Eddie was chairman for many
years and continued to support the trustees with advice and guidance after his retirement from the committee.
He will be sadly missed by the trustees. all his family, friends and members alike.
During the year we have been represented by the following sports teams..
Indoor
2 Domino teams, 2 Pool teams, 1 super league darts team. 2 men's dart5 teams on Fridays.
Outdoors
2 Saturday Cricket teams. 1 midweek cricket team, 2 senior football teams, various ages junior football teams.
We try to secure grant funding to update and maintain both interior and exterior facilities. Special thanks go lo
David King, who has worked hard lo secure funding for the gents toilet refurbishment and some emergen¢y
drainage work. Plans are in place lo refurbish the ladies and accessible toilets and to seek funding to improve
further areas of field drainage. The trustees would like lo note that they have never seen the Welfare looking so
good, many compliments have been passed on by opposing teams and general members of the public. We
currently hire out our mobile bar, and thanks to those who help lo Iransport it.

STOBSWOOD MINERS. WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
CONTINUED
Review of Activities Icontlnuedl
The trustees would like lo thank all our staff and committee for their continuous hard work and determination in
striving to keep the welfare going. Special thank5 once again to Fiona and Kevin, we are really lucky lo have
them both involved. The hard work Fiona puls in cannot be underestimated. In closing our biggest thanks go lo
the members for their conlinued support and the volunteers who work behind the scenes. It's great lo have
extra hands willing to help out when needed.
Investment Policy
The trust deed aulhorises the Trustees lo make and hold investments using the general funds of the charity.
Investments are managed by an investment company who report regularly lo the Trustees.
Reserves Policy
It is the policy of the trustees to maintain unrestricted funds which are the free reserves of the charity, al a level
to provide sufficient funds lo cover anticipated administration and support costs for a period of 12 months.
Risk Management
The Iruslees are aware of the operational and financial risks which the charity faces and regularly reviews those
risks to mitigate against any impact thèy may have on the charity. The major risks facing the charity are Ihe
continued success of the social club from which it derives its main funding. the support of individuals and the
community in using the facililies and the introduction of Ihe younger generation lo provide for the future. The
Trustees work closely with the directors, committee and members to address these risks.
ststement of Trustees, Responsibilities
Law applicable to charities in England and Wales required the Trustees lo prepare financial statements for
each financial year which give a true and fair view of the charity and of the incoming resources and application
of resources of the charily for that period. In preparing those financial statements. the trustees are required lo..
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.,
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP:
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent..
state whether applicable accounting stsndards have been followed subject to any material
departures disclosed and explained in the financial stalements.,
prepare the financial statemenls on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to
presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The Trustees are also responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable
accuracy al any time Ihe financial position of Ihe charity and which enable them to ensure that the financial
statements comply with the Charities Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the
charity and hence for laking reasonable steps for the prevention of fraud and other irregularities.
The Trustees are carefully managing the Gharity's finances and are satisfied that it will be able to continue to
meet its obligations for Ihe foreseeable future.
Signed- Trustee
Print Name- Trustee
Date..

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF
STOBSWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
I report to the Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above named charity (registered no.
522143) for the year ended 31 March 2024, set out on pages 5 to 9.
Res
onsibilities and basis of re
ort
As the Charity trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the
requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (the Acti.
I report in respect of my examination of The Trustees, accounts carried out under section 145 of the
2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the
Charity Commission under section 145{5)(b} of the 2011 Act.
Inde
endent Examiners Statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in
connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect..
(1) accounting records were not kept in respect of the Charity as required by section 130 of the act.. or
(21 the accounts do not accord with those records., or
(3) the accounts 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
quirement 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.
J Wallage FCA
On behalf of CISWO (Trading) Ltd
The Old Rectory
Rectory Drive
Whiston
Rotherham
S60 4JG
Date

STOBSWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Unres-
tricted
Funds
Endow-
Res-
tricted
Funds
Desi
nated
Funds
ment
Funds
2024
Total
2023
Total
Note
Income and Endowments
Investment in¢ome
Grants
Sundry
Charitable activities
Donations
Oc¢upalional licence
Gift aid
Sections movements
1,576
1,576
20,149
1,278
24,288
223
872
90
3,600
2.934
133
20.149
1,138
1,138
3,600
1,971
3,600
1,971
8,700
8.700
Total Incoming Resources
8,285
20,149
8,700
37,134
33,418
enditure
Direct Charitable Ex
enditure
Repairs and maintenance
Machine running cosls
Rates and water
Insurance
Donations
Sundry expenses
Bad debt
Depreciation
15,678
1,417
1.940
2,862
230
150
5,429
21.107
1,417
1,940
2,862
230
150
32,198
967
1,146
2,601
967
150
485
10.466
10,502
10,502
32,779
5,429
38.208
48,980
Administration
Accountancy
Officials expenses
682
900
682
900
656
900
her ex
endi
ure
Sections movements
Total expendlture
34,361
5.429
39.790
50,536
Gains l (Losses) on investment assets
3,917
3,917
(1,811)
NET MOVEMENT OF RESOURCES
{22,1591
14,720
8,700
1,261
118,929)
Balance broughl forward at 1 April 2023
93.377
19,022
3,704
116,103
135,032
Transfers betsveen funds
19.022
{19,022)
Balance carried forward at 31 March 2024
90,240
14,720
12,404
117,364
116,103

STOBSWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Notes
2024
2023
Flxed Assets
Tangible assets
Investments
24.169
44,870
29,641
40,953
Current Assets
Debtors and prepaid expenses
Cash al bank and in hand
Balances held by sections
4.008
34.480
12,404
5.283
37,178
3,704
50,892
46.165
Less: Currant Liabilities
Creditors falling due wthin one year
12,567)
{6561
Net Current Assets
48.325
45,509
TOTAL NET ASSETS
117,364
116.103
resented b
Endowment Funds
Unrestricted Fund
Restricted Fund
Designated funds - Sections
19.022
93.377
90,240
14,720
12,41J4
3.704
117.364
118,103
The financial slate
ents were approved by the trustees and signed on their behalf by..
Signed - Trustee
Print Name - Trustee
1,3.10
Date

STOBSWOOD MINERS, WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
al Basis of preparation and assessment of going concern
The financial slalements have been prepared under the historical cost convention unless olherwsse
staled in the relevant notes to these accounts. The financial statements have been prepared in
in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by
Charities {FRS1021 and the Financial reporting Standard (FRS1021 and the Charities Act 2011.
The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the Trust's ability to continue
as a going concern. The trustees have a reasonable expectation the Trust has adequate resetves
to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Accordingly, the trustees continue
to adopt the going concern basis in the preparation of the attounts.
b) Income Recognltlon
Income is recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income
11 be re￿iVed and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.
¢) Expendlture Recognition
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation
committing the charity to that expenditure. it is probable that settlement wll be required and the
amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Ail expenditure is accounted for on an
accruals basis.
Grants are recognised when they are approved and the intention has been communicated lo the
recipient.
dl Depreclatlon
Depreciation is provided lo write off the cost or valuation less estimated residual of fixed assets
over their expected useful lives.
Land and buildings
Buildings alleralions
Furniture. fittings and equipment
10% straight line basis
1 Oyo straight line basis
209A straight line basis
2. GRANTS RECEIVED
Revenue grants are recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities on a received basis and are
matched with the expenditure towards whith they are intended to contribute.
During the year £9,690 has been received from the Community Foundation for relurbishment of the
gents WC. This remains unspent at the year end and the expenditure wll fall in lo next year.
The sections have received grants for dug outs £5.359 and for cncket covers £5,100.
The cricket covers wll be capilalised and depreciated over five years.

STOBSWOOD MINERS. WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Continued
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Furniture
Land and
Fittin
sand
Bulldin
Bulldin
s ￿￿ment Alteratlons
Total
3. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Cost
At 1 April 2023
Additions
70,169
46,183
5,030
76,089
192,441
5,030
At 31 March 2024
70.169
51,213
76.089
197,471
reciation
At 1 April 2023
Charge for the year
65,377
1.233
21.334
9,269
76,089
162.800
10,502
At 31 March 2024
66.610
30,603
76.089
173,302
Net Book Value
At 31 March 2024
3,559
20,610
24,169
Al 31 March 2023
4,792
24.849
29.641
2024
2023
4. FIXED ASSETS INVESTMENTS
Charlties Official Investment Fund - COIF
44.870
40,953
2024
2023
5. DEBTORS AND PREPAID EXPENSES
Prepayments
VAT
Amount owed by Stobswood Miners, Welfare
Recrealion Cenlre Social Club Ltd
2,037
1.843
506
1,971
2,934
4.008
5,283

STOBSWOOD MINERS. WELFARE RECREATION CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Continued
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
2024
2023
6. CREDITORS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
Trade creditors
VAT
Accruals
363
1,522
682
656
2,567
656
Brou
ht Movement
Forward
In Year
Carried
Fotward
7. BALANCES HELD BY SECTIONS
Cricket Club
Stobswood Welfare AFC
3.051
653
7,109
1,591
10,160
2,244
3,704
8.700
12.404
8. TRANSFER BETWEEN FUNDS
Historically depreciation on restricted assets has been Charged as unrestricted assets. These
assets are now fully depreciated therefore this transfer between funds now recognises the fact.