GRAVENEY AND GOODNESTONE VILLAGE HALL
The Village Hall is hired to groups and individuals as well as providing a children's play area and field for the benefit of the community. The income generated helps to maintain and improve these facilities.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £5,736 and restricted reserves of £51,243 at the end of the period. The trustees' report indicates a policy to hold approximately £7,500 to cover two years of utility bills and insurance, noting that the unrestricted balance is adjusted for inflation. The charity reported a net surplus of £4,860 for the year, funded primarily by grants.
What the accounts disclose
“The principal income for the 2025/26 financial year was from Grants.” — page 6
“The Trustees continue to financially plan ahead and to hold funds to cover the costs of two years utility bills and insurances to the value of approximately £7.5K.” — page 6
Trustees
- Elaine Cooperchair
- Colin Relf
- JILLIAN SMITH
- Joan Howard
- Richard Kay
- Sarah Kay
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £87k | £82k |
| 31/03/2025 | £51k | £11k |
| 31/03/2024 | £45k | £33k |
| 31/03/2023 | £34k | £50k |
| 31/03/2022 | £40k | £52k |
Common questions
Is GRAVENEY AND GOODNESTONE VILLAGE HALL financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £5,736 and restricted reserves of £51,243 at the end of the period. The trustees' report indicates a policy to hold approximately £7,500 to cover two years of utility bills and insurance, noting that the unrestricted balance is adjusted for inflation. The charity reported a net surplus of £4,860 for the year, funded primarily by grants.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 28/07/2023 | £3k | Hearing Loop |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/07/2022 | £10k | Inclusive footpath |