ST IPPOLYTS PARISH HALL
The Charity ensures that the Parish Hall is maintained to the best possible standard and is available for local residents and organisations for hire.
Objects
THE PROVISION AND MAINTENANCE OF A PARISH HALL FOR THE USE OR BENEFIT OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE PARISH OF ST IPPOLYTS HERTFORDSHIRE AND THEIR ENVIRONS (HEREINAFTER CALLED "THE AREA OF BENEFIT") WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS OR OTHER OPINIONS INCLUDING USE FOR MEETINGS LECTURES AND CLASSES AND OTHER FORMS OF RECREATION AND LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THE SAID INHABITANTS.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £12,229 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds from £63,709 to £51,480. The trustees note that reserves are carried forward to fund ongoing maintenance of the Parish Hall, which included a £20,989 reconstruction of the Disabled Car Park. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with the Act.
What the accounts disclose
Policies the charity declares
- Conflicting interests
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Investing charity funds policy and procedures
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
Trustees
- BARBARA ANNE THOMAS
- Michael Graham Fisher
- PAMELA JOAN SKEGGS
- PHIL BYFORD
- Rebecca Robson-Elliot
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £32k | £44k |
| 31/12/2023 | £24k | £17k |
| 31/12/2022 | £25k | £17k |
| 31/12/2021 | £30k | £18k |
| 31/12/2020 | £17k | £15k |
Common questions
Is ST IPPOLYTS PARISH HALL financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £12,229 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds from £63,709 to £51,480. The trustees note that reserves are carried forward to fund ongoing maintenance of the Parish Hall, which included a £20,989 reconstruction of the Disabled Car Park. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with the Act. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 28/10/2010 | £2k | Hearing Loop and Sound System |