BROOKFIELD GOSPEL HALL TRUST
Provision and maintenance of gospel halls for religious activities of Christians known as 'Brethren'. Meetings held at gospel halls include the Lord's Supper (Communion), Gospel preachings, Bible readings and Bible addresses. A number of preachers spread the Christian gospel, in word and deed, on the streets and in the halls. Food and gospel literature is donated for homeless and needy persons.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of incoming resources over expenditure for the year ended 5 April 2025, with total voluntary income increasing to £180,225 from £117,965 in the prior year. Per the trustees' report, free reserves stood at £189,280, and the trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern despite increased energy costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Accordingly, the Trustees have decided to adopt a policy of maintaining no significant reserves although currently surplus funds are being saved for a proposed new hall due to the increase in the size of the congregation.”
“Total donations received from connected persons was £70,930 (2024 £38,460). The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75). The trust acquired supplies from Vista4 Limited of which the brother of Robert Farrant trustee is a director for £458.41 (2024: £233.04). The trust funded £500 (2024: £900) to 4 Sight Construction Ltd of which Robert Farrant is a director.” — page 15
“The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75).”
“Total donations received from connected persons was £70,930 (2024 £38,460). The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75). The trust acquired supplies from Vista4 Limited of which the brother of Robert Farrant trustee is a director for £458.41 (2024: £233.04). The trust funded £500 (2024: £900) to 4 Sight Construction Ltd of which Robert Farrant is a director.” — page 15
“The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75).”
“Total donations received from connected persons was £70,930 (2024 £38,460). The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75). The trust acquired supplies from Vista4 Limited of which the brother of Robert Farrant trustee is a director for £458.41 (2024: £233.04). The trust funded £500 (2024: £900) to 4 Sight Construction Ltd of which Robert Farrant is a director.” — page 15
“The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75).”
“Total donations received from connected persons was £70,930 (2024 £38,460). The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75). The trust acquired supplies from Vista4 Limited of which the brother of Robert Farrant trustee is a director for £458.41 (2024: £233.04). The trust funded £500 (2024: £900) to 4 Sight Construction Ltd of which Robert Farrant is a director.” — page 15
“The Trust acquired services from Millway Projects Limited of which Malcolm Taylor is a director for £6,344.97 (2024: £5,598.75).”
Trustees
- GARY ASKEWchair
- Adam Moodie
- Lloyd Cooper
- ROBERT FARRANT
- Robin Watney
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £207k | £170k |
| 05/04/2024 | £129k | £341k |
| 05/04/2023 | £133k | £188k |
| 05/04/2022 | £106k | £97k |
| 05/04/2021 | £362k | £81k |
Common questions
Is BROOKFIELD GOSPEL HALL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of incoming resources over expenditure for the year ended 5 April 2025, with total voluntary income increasing to £180,225 from £117,965 in the prior year. Per the trustees' report, free reserves stood at £189,280, and the trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern despite increased energy costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.