HYNDBURN GREEN SPACES FORUM
Community groups work together to secure external funding for community projects and to provide help and assistance to each other on community consultation and community events. We work with Hyndburn Borough Council to secure 'Green Flag' status for our parks and as a forum for raising concerns and sharing best practice for the way our green spaces are managed.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted reserves increased to £834 by year-end 2025, while total funds rose to £54,257. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity has a policy of retaining reserves sufficient for its short to medium term requirements.”
Trustees
- Catherine Lorraine Holmeschair
- ANN WARRINGTON
- Alison Edmundson
- Fiona Bradley
- Gavin James Crossley
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £35k | £7k |
| 31/12/2024 | £7k | £32k |
| 31/12/2023 | £30k | £158 |
| 31/12/2022 | £30k | £62k |
| 31/12/2021 | £34k | £3k |
Common questions
Is HYNDBURN GREEN SPACES FORUM financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted reserves increased to £834 by year-end 2025, while total funds rose to £54,257. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds HYNDBURN GREEN SPACES FORUM?
Funders whose own accounts filings name HYNDBURN GREEN SPACES FORUM as a grant recipient include LANCASHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL FUND LIMITED, DUCHY OF LANCASTER BENEVOLENT FUND.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LANCASHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL FUND LIMITED | FY2021 | £30k | Lowerfold Park MUGA |
| DUCHY OF LANCASTER BENEVOLENT FUND | FY2024 | £5k | Miscellaneous causes |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/11/2025 | £15k | Incredible Edibles Accrington ... Carry On Growing |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/06/2011 | £10k | Blooming Lovely |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/03/2009 | £9k | Coppice Centenary Celebration |