Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and Communitycentre
Chalrman's Report
Forthe Year Ending202￿2o25
Introduction
l am pleased to presentthe Ch2irman's Reportfor Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and Community
Centre for the year ending 202&￿2025. This year has been one of consolidation and cautious
progress following the significant challenges of the previous period. The charity has continued
to focus on f inancial resilience while maintaining its role at the heart of the local community.
Our Purpose and Activities
The charity exists to provide a vibrant and accessible space for the community, delivering
cinema screenings. supporting community activities. and fostering soci81 connections.
Throughout the year. the hall, cinem8, and community facilities have continued to be used by
local groljps, residents. and visitors.
KeyAchievements
During 202£￿2025, the charity delivered a number of important initiatives that directly benefite(J
the local community, including..
Children's communityfilm screenings, funded by Cyngor Cymunedol Llannon
Community Council, providing f ree. family-friendly cinema experiences for the local
community.
Sllver Screen fllm showlngs, presenting classic films and aimed primarily, though not
exclusively, at a more mature audience, helping to encourage social interaction and
community engagement.
The establishment ofa localfood bank, respondingto community need and
supporting individuals and families experiencing hardship.
Bi-monthly comedy nighls, helping to increase foottall, strengthen community
engagement, and generate income for th8 charity.
Providing volunteer opportunities for young peopl8, supporting skills development,
confidence, and community involvement.
Securing grant funding Irom Tesco, contributing tOW8rds the charity's operational and
programme costs.
A community talent night, showcasing local performers and encouraging wider
community participation.
The introduction ofthemed evenings, designed to boost attendance and increase
income generation.
These initiatives demonstrate the charity's commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and supporting
the community during challenging times.
Financial Overview

The charity's finances were closely monitored throughout the year. While financi81 pressures
rem2in. the charity has operated within its means and taken steps to improve resilience and
forward planning. Trustees remain mindful of the need to balance affor(Jability for the
community with the requirement to meet rising operating and maintenance costs.
Full financial details are set out in the accompanying accounts.
Governance and Management
The Trustees continue to take their responsibilities seriously and have worked collaboratively to
ensure the charity is well governed and compliant with Charity Commission requirements. The
Board and committee have focused on maintaining strong oversight, managing risk, and
supporting the ongoing development of the organisation.
Challenges and Risks
The charity continueg to face challenges. including rising costs, the need for ongoing
maintenance of the building, and the wider economic environment. Trustees actively review
these risks and seek to mitigate them through careful planning, fundraising, and community
engagement.
LookingAhead
In the coming year, the Trustees aim to:
Continue strengthening the charity's financial position.
Develop further fundraising and income-generating opportunities.
Maintain and, where possible, exp8nd community and cinema activities.
Ensure the hall and cinema remain welcoming, safe, 8nd accessible for all users.
Review and rewrite the charity's governing document to ensure it is up to date and
fit for purpose.
Thanks and Appreciation
I would like to thank my fellow Trustees, Committee members, volunteers, and all those who
support Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and Community Centre. Yourtime, skills, and
commitment remain vital to the charity's continued operation and success.
Conclusion
The Trustees believe the charity is moving forward in a positive and responsible manner. With
continued community support and c8reful management, Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and
Community Centre is well placed to continue serving the community in the years ahead.
Jerzy Bilski
Chairman
Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and Communitycentre
2024-2025

## **Profit and Loss** 

Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and Community Centre For the year ended 30 September 2025 


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2025 2024<br>Turnover<br>Advertising income 828.33 550.00<br>Cinema Film Sales 30,899.88 25,186.00<br>Donations 6,244.50 11,118.00<br>Hall Hire 321.25 150.00<br>Pearl & Dean advertising 1,285.80 815.00<br>Rental Income 18,450.00 15,772.00<br>Reclaimed costs (charged to tenant) 0.00 11,902.00<br>Shop sales - cinema 12,536.22 6,682.00<br>Stage Shows - Culture 3,266.67 0.00<br>Total Turnover 73,832.65 72,175.00<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## **Cost of Sales** 


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Direct Expenses 446.67 0.00<br>Film transport 2,160.00 2,340.00<br>Films 10,568.44 9,083.00<br>Performers / Acts 1,582.00 0.00<br>Shop purchases 7,196.92 4,587.00<br>Total Cost of Sales 21,954.03 16,010.00<br>Gross Profit 51,878.62 56,165.00<br>Administrative Costs<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>



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Advertising & Marketing 776.03 460.00<br>Audit & Accountancy fees 530.50 463.00<br>Bank Fees 288.41 58.00<br>Cleaning 3,395.09 3,576.00<br>General Expenses 551.04 326.00<br>Insurance 11,422.46 10,772.00<br>IT Software and Consumables 377.05 0.00<br>Legal Expenses 100.00 0.00<br>Light, Power, Heating 14,215.31 19,354.00<br>Pemises Expenses 3,445.27 3,888.00<br>Pensions Costs 90.56 543.00<br>Postage, Printing & Stationery 757.33 154.00<br>Rates 205.86 173.00<br>Repairs & Maintenance 3,500.82 1,908.00<br>Salaries 13,881.54 13,657.00<br>Subscriptions 104.00 0.00<br>Telephone & Internet 1,563.55 1,464.00<br>Travel  40.83 0.00<br>Total Administrative Costs 55,245.65 56,796.00<br>Operating Profit / (Loss) (3,367.03) (631.00)<br>Fund  Balance b/f 01.10.2024 13,292.00 13,923.00<br>Net Movement in Funds (3,367.03) (631.00)<br>Fund Balance @ 30.09.2025 9,924.97 13,292.00<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>




CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Independent examiner's
report on the accounts
Report to the trusteesl
members of I Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and Community Centre
On accounts for the year
ended
30. September 2025
Charity no
lif any)
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S9t out on pages
I report lo the Iruslees on my examination of the accounts of the above
charity I'the Trust") for the year ended 3111012024.
Responsibilltles and As the charity Iruslees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation
basis of report of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act
2011 I'lhe Art").
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out
under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I
have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under section 14515llbl of the Act.
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have
come lo my attention (other tha
'} in connection with
the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material
respect..
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of
the Act or
the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
Independent
examiner's statement
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection
with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a
proper understanding of the accounts lo be reached.
Please delete the words in the brackets if th&y do not apply.
Signed:
Date:
312e*2 L
Name:
TrFJZC
Relevant professional
qualifi¢ation{sl or body
lif any):
Address:
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IER
October 2018

Only complete if the examiner needs lo highlight matters of concern (see CC32,
Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidance for
examiners).
Give here brief details of
any items that the
exarniner wishes lo
disclose.
IER
October 2018

Profit and Loss
Cross Hands Hall, Cinema and Community Centre
For the year ended 30 September 2025
2025
2024
Tumovor
Aclverti$in9 Income
Cinema F￿lM Sales
Donations
Hall Hir8
828 33
30.899.88
6.244.50
321.2S
1,285 80
18,450.00
D.00
12,536 22
3.266.67
73,832.68
5SO.OD
25.186.00
11.118.00
15000
815.00
15.772.00
11,902.00
8.682.00
P88rl & Dean adverts8ing
Rental Inceme
Recl8ime4 costs l¢har9ecJ lo len8nti
Shop $ale$. cinema
Siage Shows- Culture
Tolal Tumov•r
72.176.00
Cost ol Salos
Direct Expen5e8
Fllm Iransport
Film$
Pgrfcrm6r8 l Acts
Shop purch8888
Total Colt ol S¥1•#
446.67
2,160.IX)
10,568.44
1.$82.00
7,196.92
21.954.03
2.340.00
9.083.00
4,587.00
16,010.00
Gro•• Proflt
61,678.62
66,165.00
Admlnistrallvg Cos1$
Advertising & MarKeling
Audit & Accountancy fee
Bank Feel
Cleaning
General Exp•n$•$
Insur8n¢e
IT Software and Consumatyle8
Legal Expenses
Li9hl, Power, Healing
Pemi$¢s Expenses
P8n5ion5 Costs
Po$lage. Prinling & Si8lionery
Ralej
Repairs & Maintenance
Salaries
Subscription5
Telephone & Intern¢¢
Travel
Total Admini&lr¥tlve CoBt8
776.03
530.50
288 41
3,395.09
551.04
11,422.46
377.05
100.00
14.215.31
3.445.27
90.56
757.33
460.00
463.00
58.00
3.576 00
326.00
10,772.00
19.354.00
3,888.00
543.00
154.00
173.00
205.86
3.500.82
13.881.54
104.00
1.$83 55
40.83
1,908.00
13,657.00
0.00
1,464.00
000
56.796.00
66,246.65
Opevatin9 Profit I ILosil
13,367.031
1631.001
Fund Balanc? bll 01.10.2024
Net Movement in Funds
Fund Ba13nce
30.09.2025
13.292.00
3.367.03
9,924.97
13,923.00
631.00
13.292.00