CARLTON COLVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE
The Community Centre is the hub of the village, inasmuch as it provides for use of the community, a full size soccer pitch used by two local clubs, A children's play area comprising swings, slides and roundabouts, an area given over to youth sports. The Community Centre holds regular indoor activities which include toddlers and children's playgroups, dance classes, badminton, and bowls etc.
Objects
A COMMUNUTY CENTRE FOR THE USE OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE PARISH OF CARLTON COLVILLE IN THE COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF POLITICAL RELIGIOUS OR OTHER OPINIONS INCLUDING USE FOR MEETINGS LECTURES AND CLASES AND FOR OTHER FORMS OF RECREATION AND LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THE SAID INHABITANTS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that income increased during the financial year due to wider use of the centre. The trustees note ongoing issues with energy bills from a supplier change but confirm that sufficient funds have been set aside to cover potential backdated charges.
What the accounts disclose
“Their policy is to hold enough funds to meet 4 months operating costs of the centre plus floor renovation costs.” — page 5
“The accounts were found to be correct although the original invoices for the electricity charges made by Scottish Power were not seen.” — page 8
Policies the charity declares
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Risk management
Trustees
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £32k | £21k |
| 30/09/2024 | £35k | £32k |
| 30/09/2023 | £28k | £34k |
| 30/09/2022 | £30k | £34k |
| 30/09/2021 | £34k | £31k |
Common questions
Is CARLTON COLVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that income increased during the financial year due to wider use of the centre. The trustees note ongoing issues with energy bills from a supplier change but confirm that sufficient funds have been set aside to cover potential backdated charges. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Elaine Rogers.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/08/2012 | £4k | New CCTV Cameras |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/06/2010 | £8k | Kitchen/Catering Improvements |