LONGWELL GREEN MEMORIAL HALL AND PLAYING FIELD ASSOCIATION
SUPPORT THE PROMOTION OF COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN HEALTHY RECREATION IN OLDLAND AND HANHAM ABBOTS PARISHES AND THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY BY THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS AND SOCIAL INTERACTION CAPABLE OF PROMOTING FITNESS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH BENEFITS (FACILITIES MEANS LAND, BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT AND ORGANISING SPORTING ACTIVITIES).
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £(117) for the year, with total funds carried forward at £1,012,772. The trustees note that while activities performed well, there was intense pressure on costs due to increases in staff wages and goods, which were not fully recovered through income. The charity is self-funded with no income from local councils towards operating costs.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year ended 31 December 2025, the charity rented premises to and recharged utilities costs to Longwell Green Trading Limited, a company wholly owned by Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO, totalling £65,646.55 (2024: £63,312.52). Longwell Green Trading Limited also donated £700 to Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO.” — page 21
“During the year ended 31 December 2025, the charity recharged utility costs to Longwell Green Sports Limited, a company wholly owned by Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO, totalling £15,357 (2024: £20,145). Longwell Green Sports Limited also donated £30,150 (2024: £28,000) to Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO.” — page 21
“During the year ended 31 December 2025, the charity rented premises to and recharged utilities costs to Longwell Green Trading Limited, a company wholly owned by Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO, totalling £65,646.55 (2024: £63,312.52). Longwell Green Trading Limited also donated £700 to Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO.” — page 21
“During the year ended 31 December 2025, the charity recharged utility costs to Longwell Green Sports Limited, a company wholly owned by Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO, totalling £15,357 (2024: £20,145). Longwell Green Sports Limited also donated £30,150 (2024: £28,000) to Longwell Green Memorial Hall and Playing Field Association CIO.” — page 21
“Our three business groups, Longwell Green CIO, Longwell Green Trading Ltd, and Longwell Green Community Sports Ltd have all performed well” — page 4
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2021)
Trustees
- CHRISTOPHER WYRILLchair
- JOHN GIBBS
- LIANE REBECCA SAUNDERS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £247k | £247k |
| 31/12/2024 | £216k | £255k |
| 31/12/2023 | £270k | £291k |
| 31/12/2022 | £223k | £212k |
| 31/12/2021 | £852k | £181k |
Common questions
Is LONGWELL GREEN MEMORIAL HALL AND PLAYING FIELD ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £(117) for the year, with total funds carried forward at £1,012,772. The trustees note that while activities performed well, there was intense pressure on costs due to increases in staff wages and goods, which were not fully recovered through income. The charity is self-funded with no income from local councils towards operating costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.