THE LEEWOOD GOSPEL HALL TRUST
The Trust provides and maintains gospel halls for the religious activities of Christians often referred to as 'Brethren'. Details of the origins, teachings and way of life of the Brethren can be found on the website - www.plymouthbrethrenchristianchurch.org. Meetings held at these gospel halls include the Lord's Supper (Communion), Gospel preachings, Bible readings and Bible addresses.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a large surplus of income over expenditure, resulting in net assets increasing to £1,184,725. The trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Free reserves at the year-end were £60,552, which the trustees consider appropriate given the charity has no employees and minimal regular outgoings.
What the accounts disclose
“Contributions from the congregation” — page 9
“Accordingly, the Trustees have decided to adopt a policy of maintaining no significant reserves.” — page 7
“During the year the Trust purchased goods from Beacon Lights to the value of £9,025 (2024: £217), a business part owned by Michael Smith and Adrian Smith, Trustees. This was at arms length. It also paid for cleaning services from Damaris Smith, wife of Adrian Smith, Trustee.” — page 16
“There were donations in the year of £19,875 (2024: £4,645) from related parties and businesses controlled by them.” — page 16
“During the year the Trust purchased goods from Beacon Lights to the value of £9,025 (2024: £217), a business part owned by Michael Smith and Adrian Smith, Trustees. This was at arms length. It also paid for cleaning services from Damaris Smith, wife of Adrian Smith, Trustee.” — page 16
“There were donations in the year of £19,875 (2024: £4,645) from related parties and businesses controlled by them.” — page 16
Trustees
- Adrian Mark Smith
- Gregg Ward
- James Hutchins
- Michael James Smith
- Neil David Woodfield
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £206k | £53k |
| 05/04/2024 | £76k | £53k |
| 05/04/2023 | £61k | £55k |
| 05/04/2022 | £75k | £26k |
| 05/04/2021 | £74k | £37k |
Common questions
Is THE LEEWOOD GOSPEL HALL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a large surplus of income over expenditure, resulting in net assets increasing to £1,184,725. The trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Free reserves at the year-end were £60,552, which the trustees consider appropriate given the charity has no employees and minimal regular outgoings. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.