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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Trustees’ Annual Report
The Trustees are pleased to present their annual report together with the accounts for the year ended 31 October 2025.
Reference and administration details
Charity name Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Registered charity number $C052139 Charity's principal address 7 Wellpark, Alloway, KA7 40A
Charity Trustees on date of approval of Trustees’ Annual Report
Ronald Ireland - Chair
Shelagh McLachlan - Secretary
Raymond Sykes - Treasurer
William McKinlay
Stuart Bates
Lewis Connor
Christopher Waddell
Andrew Moynihan
Tracy Moynihan
George Weir
John Hannah
Sathish Srinivassan
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Trustees’ Annual Report
Structure, Governance and Management
The Board of Trustees are all Ayrshire residents with a shared interest in creating a stunning art installation in the disused Alloway Railway Tunnel which is on an active and well-used pathway. The Trustees have a diverse range of qualifications, experience and expertise to manage the charity and deliver on the charity's objectives. The Board of Trustees was strengthened during the year with the addition of new Trustees who bring complementary skills to the team.
The Board of Trustees is the governing and management body responsible for the control and management of all the charity's activities. The Board meets monthly.
The Board has a strong understanding of the key risks facing the charity and the underlying project and has developed a Risk Management Framework which details the risk culture, risk appetite and risk management and mitigation process within the organisation.
The control of donated funds and expenditure is a key consideration for the Trustees, and this is tightly monitored with all expenditure being authorised by two appointed personnel. A finance report is provided at every Trustee Board meeting, to provide further control and oversight.
Constitution
The charity is a Single-Tier Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (a SCIO) and was registered on 21 November 2022. The charity's purposes and administration arrangements are set out in it's Constitution. The charity's Trustees are responsible for decision making, management and administration of the charity.
Trustee recruitment and appointment
The Constitution allows the charity to have up to twelve Trustees and there are currently twelve Trustees on the Board. New Trustees are appointed based on the skills they will add to the management of the charity and will be made following an introduction and recommendation from an existing Trustee followed by a meeting with the Chair of the charity.
Trustees are formally elected at the charity's annual general meeting. There must be a minimum of three and a maximum of twelve Trustees.
Objectives and Activities
The charity's Mission is to..."Facilitate the celebration and longevity of Ayrshire's rich social, cultural, economic and industrial heritage, centred on the Alloway Railway Tunnel, through the creation of a purposeful, community-led artistic composition."
The tunnel is 150 metres long and it was previously close to the Alloway station on the Maidens to Dunure light railway.
The aspiration for the charity is to create a mural to turn what was a threatening, grim, eyesore and a blight on a busy route used by pedestrians, cyclists and horse-riders into an attractive destination venue.
The project is transforming the tunnel into a spectacular great hall, an engaging, informative and fun space celebrating Alloway and Ayrshire history and culture.
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Trustees’ Annual Report
Charitable purposes
To summarise the charity's Constitution, the main objectives are: the advancement of education, community development, the arts and culture and the enhancement of recreational facilities.
To further these objectives, through the creation and ongoing maintenance of artworks, the charity will support regional education, whether in schools, colleges, or other community groups through holding practical art or interpretation classes with a focus on Ayrshire's rich culture and heritage.
The aim is to promote the health and well-being of the people of Ayrshire and visitors through the joyful creation and eventual use of a bright, welcoming, and feel-good artwork on an established active-travel route.
Achievements
The Trustees are pleased to report that the year ended 31 October 2025 has been one of exceptional progress and impact for Alloway Railway Tunnel ART. Significant advances have been made across artistic delivery, community engagement, fundraising and the increasing public use of the Alloway Railway Tunnel, further strengthening its role as a vibrant cultural and community asset.
Completion of Stage 3 of the Tunnel Mura! : A major milestone was achieved with the completion of Stage 3 of the mural installation. This phase represents a substantial step forward in the realisation of the project's overall artistic vision and has further transformed the tunnel into a striking and immersive public artwork. The standard of work delivered has been exceptionally high and has been widely praised by visitors, partners and members of the local community.
Development of an Online Shop : During the year, the charity successfully created an online shop, launching just after the financial year end. This will provide an additional platform to promote the project, extend its reach beyond the immediate locality and generate valuable supplementary income. The shop supports both fundraising objectives and public engagement, offering supporters a meaningful way to contribute to and connect with the charity's work.
Marketing, Communications and Profile Raising : The charity achieved outstanding success in marketing and communications, significantly raising its public profile. There was strong growth in social media engagement, increased press and broadcast coverage, and production of short films and blogs documenting the project's progress. These activities have played a vital role in broadening awareness of the project, attracting new supporters and reinforcing its reputation as a leading example of community-led public art.
Community Engagement : Community engagement has remained at the heart of the project, with continued and enthusiastic participation from local residents, schools, volunteers and partner organisations. The mural, associated films, workshops and creative activities have fostered a strong sense of ownership and pride, reinforcing the project's role as a unifying and inclusive community initiative.
Fundraising : The Trustees are delighted to report continued fundraising success, with strong support from grantmaking bodies, individual donors and the wider public. This financial support has enabled the charity to maintain momentum, complete Stage 3 of the mural, expand its engagement activities and plan confidently for the next phases of development.
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees' Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Trustees’ Annual Report
Achievements continued
Increased Public Use of the Tunnel : As a direct result of the improvements made, there has been a notable increase in public use of the tunnel. Pedestrians, cyclists, families and visitors are increasingly choosing this route, reflecting growing confidence in the space and its emerging reputation as a destination in its own right.
improvement to the Tunnel Environment : Perhaps the most striking achievement has been to the improvement in the tunnel environment. What was once perceived as dark and unwelcoming has been transformed into a brighter, safer and more inviting space. This transformation has been further enhanced by the dedication of volunteers, predominantly college students, who planted bulbs and hardy colourful shrubs at the tunnel entrance, softening the approach and creating a more welcoming, attractive environment that reflects strong community care and stewardship. The combined impact of the mural, increased activity and community presence has delivered tangible benefits for wellbeing, accessibility and local pride.
Strategic Partnership and Pathway Improvement : Througha strategic partnership with Ayrshire Roads Alliance and Paths for All, the charity successfully secured funding for, and delivered, a significantly upgraded pathway along the full length of the mural. This important development represents a major enhancement to both the function and appearance of the space.
The installation of the new pathway has transformed the tunnel into a more accessible, welcoming and vibrant environment, substantially improving the experience for pedestrians, cyclists and visitors of all ages and abilities. It has enhanced safety and ease of movement, while also contributing to a marked improvement in the overall look and ambience of the tunnel.
This collaboration has further strengthened the tunnel's role as a walkable cultural destination, complementing the mural and wider artistic vision by creating a cohesive and high-quality public realm. The Trustees regard this improvement as genuinely transformative, both visually and practically, and as a significant step forward in realising the project's long-term ambition of establishing the tunnel as a landmark community asset.
Acknowledgement of Donors and Funders
The Trustees wish to place on record their sincere thanks to the charity's generous donors, funders and supporters, without whose continued commitment this work would not be possible. We are deeply grateful to the grant-making bodies, community partners, businesses and individuals who have provided financial support, materials, services and encouragement throughout the year. Their confidence in the project has been instrumental in enabling the successful completion of Stage 3 of the mural and in sustaining the charity's wider programme of artistic and community activity.
in conclusion, these achievements reflect the dedication, creativity and hard work of everyone involved in Alloway Railway Tunnel ART, including Trustees, artists, volunteers, partners, funders and the wider community. The Trustees believe the charity is exceptionally well placed to build on this progress and to continue delivering a lasting cultural and social legacy for Alloway and Ayrshire.
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Trustees' Annual Report
Financial review
The charity's financial results for the year are detailed in the Statement of Receipts and Payments on page 9. The charity raised total funds of £133,802 in the year and made payments totalling £32,357 resulting in a surplus for the year of £101,445.
The charity's accounts are prepared on the Receipts and Payments basis and the large surplus arises due to a timing difference, with Paths for All grant funding of £100,000 received in the year but the charity's contribution towards the upgrade and improvement of the path of £100,000 being paid out after the year end. This liability is disclosed in the Statement of Balances on page 10 as a creditor at the year end.
Bank balances at the year end totalled £154,683 including £113,800 of Restricted Funds as detailed in note 15 on page 14. As previously noted, £100,000 grant funding received from Paths for All in the year was disbursed shortly after the year end.
The total estimated cost of the project has been revised from £200,000 to £300,000 - the increase of £100,000 relating to the upgrade and improvements to the path which were not included in the original budget and we are grateful to our funders for the opportunity to undertake these improvements. We estimate we will need to raise a further £20,000 in 2026 to complete the entire project. Thereafter we will need to raise around £10,000 per annum to keep the mural looking bright, fresh and vibrant.
Our main source of income was from grants and charitable donations including those from the public through our website and other social media outlets.
Funds are raised through a pro-active approach to organisations who we feel would be supportive of our charity and its purpose. Further information on the source of donations and grants is provided on pages 11 and 12 of the accounts. A high proportion of donations from the public were enhanced by gift aid.
The majority of expenditure during the year has either been directly related to the charitable activities or fundraising.
Payments totalling £26,142 were made directly in relation to charitable activities and comprised mainly costs relating to the payment of our Lead Artist and Project Manager, filmmaking costs, school transport and materials. Payments totalling £2,651 were made relating to fundraising costs. Payments totalling £2,664 were made in respect of trading, being initial stock of merchandise and set up costs for our online shop which launched just after the year end. Governance costs totalled £900 for the year.
The charity's policy continues to be to keep running costs as low as possible, allowing us to direct all other funds raised towards the actual cost of installing the artwork. Administration costs during the year were maintained at a low level due to the provision of services and incidentals on a voluntary and donated basis.
Reserves policy
The Trustees' policy is to always retain a minimum bank balance of £5,000 to meet commitments and cover any unexpected expenditure. All expenditure associated with the artwork installation is raised in advance of the work being undertaken.
Donated facilities and services
In addition to receiving cash donations and grants, the charity was also very grateful to receive further assistance from supporters through the provision of equipment hire, paint and other materials essential to the project, either free or at heavily discounted prices. These generous donations continue to have a high value and help preserve cash resources.
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Trustees’ Annual Report
Conclusion
As we reflect on our third year as a charity, we are grateful for the tremendous support we have received from our community, volunteers, donors and partners. We are continually encouraged by this enthusiastic support and that provided by representatives from South Ayrshire Council, The National Trust for Scotland, Ayrshire College, South Ayrshire Thriving Communities Team, Criminal Justice Team, local councillors and our MSP. We are delighted to have reached three quarters of the way to installing our mural artwork and the completion of the mural is now in sight. We wish to thank our Lead Artist and Project Manager, Chris Rutterford, for his creative excellence which goes a long way in telling the story of Ayrshire's rich history and culture. We are very grateful for the help and support of Ayrshire Roads Alliance, and Paths for All for their very generous support on the transformational element of the project pathway. We are confident the mural, when completed, will be a positive and lasting legacy for the communities we serve. Looking ahead, we are excited about seeing the mural completed during 2026.
Signed on behalf of the Trustees by:
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Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCiO
{ report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 October 2025 which are set out on pages 9 to 14.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the terms of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended). The charity trustees consider that the audit requirement of Regulation 10(1)(d) of the Accounts Regulations does not apply. It is my responsibility to examine the accounts as required under section 44(1)(c) of the Act and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's statement
My examination is carried out in accordance with Regulations 11 of the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended). An examination includes 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 ail the evidence that would be required in an audit and, consequently, | do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
Independent examiner's statement
In the course of my examination of the accounts for the year ended 31 October 2025, no matter has come to my attention
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to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 44(1)(a) of the 2005 Act and Regulation 4 of the 2006
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Accounts Regulations (as amended), and * to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with Regulation 9 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations (as amended) have not been met, or
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Marguerite B Roos Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland
Galbraith Pritchards CA 20 Barns Street Ayr Ayrshire KA7 1XA
Date: Ayre Pore
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Statement of Receipts and Payments
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|Note|funds|funds|Total|funds|Total|funds|
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|Receipts|
|Donations|7|4,930|-|4,930|16,840|
|Grants|8|9,750|113,800|123,550|72,322|
|Gross trading|receipts|9|473|-|473|-|
|Gross|receipts from|other charitable|activities|10|4,849|-|4,849|394|
|Total|receipts|20,002|113,800|133,802|89,556|
|Payments|
|Expenses|for fundraising|activities|11|2,651|-|2,651|5,571|
|Gross trading|payments|12|2,664|-|2,664|-|
|Payments|relating directly to|charitable|activities|13|12,083|14,059|26,142|77,562|
|Governance|costs|14|900|-|900|980|
|Total payments|18,298|14,059|32,357|84,113|
|Net|receipts / (payments)|1,704|99,741|101,445|5,443|
|Transfers|to /|(from) funds|-|-|-|-|
|Surplus /|(deficit) for year|1,704|99,741|101,445|5,443|
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Statement of Balances
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| As at | 31 October 2025 | 2024 | |||
| Unrestricted | Restricted | ||||
| Note | funds | funds | Total funds | Total funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| Cash funds | |||||
| Cashand bank balances atthe start ofthe year | 39,179 | 14,059 | 53,238 | 47,795 | |
| Surplus/ (deficit)shown on receiptsand | 1,704 | 99,741 | 101,445 | 5,443 | |
| payments account | |||||
| Cash and bank balances atend ofyear | 15 | 40,883 | 113,800 | 154,683 | 53,238 |
| Other assets | |||||
| Stock of merchandise | 1,215 | - | 1,215 | - | |
| Debtors | - | - | - | 4,000 | |
| 1,215 | - | 1,215 | 4,000 | ||
| Liabilities | |||||
| Creditors | 332 | 101,200 | 101,532 | 240 | |
| Accruals | 5,960 | 10,200 | 16,160 | 4,710 | |
| 6,292 | 111,400 | 117,692 | 4,950 |
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Notes to the Accounts
1 Basis of accounting
These accounts have been prepared on the Receipts and Payments basis in accordance with the Charities & Trustees Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
2 Nature and purpose of funds
Unrestricted funds are those that may be used at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the objects of the charity. The Trustees maintain a single unrestricted fund.
Restricted funds may only be used for specific purposes. Restrictionsiarise when specified by the donor or funder or when funds are raised for a specific purpose. Details of the nature and purpose of each restricted fund are given in note 15 to these accounts.
Trustee remuneration
No remuneration was paid to the Trustees of the charity for their services.
Trustee expenses
Total Trustee expenses, for mileage, of £527 were paid by the charity during the year to one Trustee.
Transactions with Trustees and connected persons
Other than the payment of expenses, there have been no transactions during the year between the charity and any charity Trustee or person connected to a charity Trustee.
Stock
Stock of merchandise is stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value.
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| Yearended | 31 | October | 2025 | 2024 | ||
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| funds | funds | Totalfunds | Total funds | |||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| Donations | ||||||
| AllowayWI | 50 | - | 50 | - | ||
| InnerWheel Ayr | 50 | - | 50 | - | ||
| Ayr PhotographyGroup | 50 | - | 50 | - | ||
| Donationsfrom individuals | 4,530 | - | 4,530 | 9,690 | ||
| Gift aid claims | 250 | - | 250 | 1,850 | ||
| The Hugh FraserFoundation | - | - | - | 2,000 | ||
| McDonalds InTheCommunityFund | - | - | - | 1,000 | ||
| The Mickel Fund | - | - | - | 2,000 | ||
| H&J Begg | - | ~ | - | 200 | ||
| Charities Trust | : | - | ; | - | - | 100. |
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees' Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Notes to the Accounts
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| 31 October | |||||
| Year ended | 31 October | 2025 | 2024 | ||
| Unrestricted | Restricted | ||||
| funds | funds | Tota! funds | Total funds | ||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| 8 | Grants | ||||
| South Ayrshire Council | - | 2,000 | 2,000 | 10,000 | |
| National Lottery Community Fund | - | 6,800 | 6,800 | 20,000 | |
| Foundation Scotland -The Longstone Fund | 500 | 5,000 | 5,500 | 5,396 | |
| Sustrans Artroots | 6,000 | - | 6,000 | - | |
| The JTH Charitable Trust | 250 | - | 250 | - | |
| Paths for All | - | 100,000 | 100,000 | - | |
| The Hugh Fraser Foundation | 3,000 | - | 3,000 | - | |
| People's Postcode Trust | - | - | - | 21,453 | |
| Grantscape Scotland Ltd - | |||||
| SUEZCommunities Fund Scotland | - | - | - | 2,000 | |
| Groundwork -TescoCommunity Grants | - | - | - | 1,000 | |
| The William Syson Foundation | - | - | - | 4,000 | |
| SAC Coastal Communities Fund | - | - | - | 5,270 | |
| NCCBCGrantAid | - 9,750 |
oe 113,800 |
- 123,550 |
3,203 72,322 |
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| 9 | Grosstrading receipts | ||||
| Sale ofmerchandise | 462 | - | 462 | - | |
| Postage paid bycustomers | 11 | - | 11 | - | |
| 473 | = | 473 | - | ||
| 10 | Gross receiptsfrom other charitable activities | ||||
| Feefor Key Mural Portraits | 4,000 | - | 4,000 | - | |
| Easyfundraising cashback | 57 | - | 57 | - | |
| Bank interest | 792 | - | 792 | 394 | |
| 4,849 | - | 4,849 | 394 | ||
| 11 | Expenses forfundraising activities | ||||
| Design, artwork, production for | |||||
| communications | 624 | - | 624 | 1,207 | |
| Social media support | 450 | - | 450 | 150 | |
| Advertising | - | - | - | 1,007 | |
| Just Giving fees | 282 | - | 282 | 327 | |
| Website and email costs | 773 | - | 773 | 1,786 | |
| Ayrshire Chamber ofCommerce - | |||||
| Subscription and events | 504 | - | 504 | 870 | |
| Ayrshire Arts Guild -Annual fee | 18 | - | 18 | - | |
| The National Trust - | - | - | |||
| ‘Fit forthe Future’ membership | - | - | - | 180 | |
| Othermembership and events | - | - | - | 44 | |
| 2,651 | - | 2,651 | 5,571 |
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees' Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Notes to the Accounts
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| Year ended | 31 October | 2025 | 2024 | ||
| Unrestricted | Restricted | ||||
| funds | funds | Total funds | Total funds | ||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| 12 | Grosstradingpayments | ||||
| Purchase ofmerchandise | 1,486 | - | 1,486 | - | |
| Other costs incl packaging | 135 | - | 135 | - | |
| Payment processing costs | 1 | - | 1 | - | |
| Set up costs - | |||||
| Product design | 125 | - | 125 | - | |
| Ecommerce integration | 750 | - | 750 | - | |
| Online payments device | 167 | - | 167 | - | |
| 13 | Payments relating directlyto charitable activities | ||||
| Artists costs | 5,452 | 4,548 | 10,000 | 66,055 | |
| Artists accommodation | - | - | - | 230 | |
| Filmmaking costs | 1,000 | 3,200 | 4,200 | 400 | |
| Community engagement - | |||||
| Guided walks | - | - | - | 1,450 | |
| Schoo} transport | 350 | 2,090 | 2,440 | - | |
| Plant hire | 433 | - | 433 | 1,902 | |
| Training | - | - | - | 216 | |
| Materials, tools etc | 994 | 4,221 | 5,215 | 3,222 | |
| Horticulture and associated costs | 738 | - | 738 | - | |
| CCTV installation | - | - | - | 2,015 | |
| Signage | 1,841 | - | 1,841 | 728 | |
| Insurance | 748 | - | 748 | 656 | |
| Meetingexpenses and mileage | 527 | - | 527 | 688 | |
| 12,083 | 14,059 | 26,142 | 77,562 | ||
| 14 | Governance costs | ||||
| Independentexamination | 900 | - | 900 | 480 | |
| Legal costs | - | - | - | 500 | |
| 900 | - | 900 | 980 |
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Alloway Railway Tunnel ART SCIO Trustees’ ' Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2025
Notes to the Accounts
15 Restricted funds
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|Balance of Restricted funds|b/fwd|4,228|3,370|1,065|5,396|-|-|14,059|-|
|Receipts|
|Grants|6,800|-|-|5,000|100,000|2,000|113,800|44,869|
|Total|receipts|6,800|-|-|5,000|100,000|2,000|113,800|44,869|
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|Payments|relating directly to|
|charitable|activities|4,228|3,370|1,065|_|[5,396]|—|:|-|14,059|28,810|
|Total|payments|4,228|3,370|1,065|5,396|-|=|14,059|28,810|
|Net receipts/|(payments)|2,572|(3,370)|(1,065)|{396)|100,000|2,000|99,741|16,059|
|Transfers to|Unrestricted|funds|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|(2,000)|
|Balance of Restricted funds c/fwd|6,800|-|-|5,000|100,000|2,000|113,800|14,059|
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Nature and purpose of funds
1 National Lottery Community Fund Grant funding brought forward of £4,228 relates to unspecified stage 3 costs and has been disbursed in the year. Further grant funding of £6,800 was received in the year for stage 4 costs, specifically film production costs and materials costs.
2 SAC Coastal Communities Fund
Grant funding brought forward of £3,370 relates to stage 3 school transport and film costs and has been disbursed in the year. 3 NCCBC Grant Aid Grant funding brought forward of £1,065 relates to stage 3 school transport and film costs and has been disbursed in the year. 4 Foundation Scotland - The Longstone Fund Grant funding brought forward of £5,396 relates to stage 3 costs and has been disbursed in the year. Further grant funding of £5,000 was received in the year towards the costs of community participation in film-making and art workshops.
5 Paths for all Grant funding of £100,000 was received in the year for the upgrade and improvement of the pathway through the tunnel, in partnership with South Ayrshire Roads Alliance and Paths for All. The work was largely completed at the year end, with outstanding work completed in November. The charity's contribution to the upgrade and improvement of £100,000 was paid out in November 2025. 6 South Ayrshire Council Participatory Budgeting Fund 2025/2026 Grant funding of £2,000 was received in the year towards general costs associated with stage 4 of the project.
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