THE FERNHURST VILLAGE HALL
GENERAL SOCIAL ACTIVITIES TO THE BENEFIT OF THE RESIDENTS OF FERNHURST AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £4,699 for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by substantial equipment expenditure and increased utility costs. Despite this deficit, the charity held unrestricted reserves (cash resources) of £38,707, which is a reduction from the previous year's £43,406. The trustees note that the hall is run by volunteers and receives grants from the Parish Council to support specific upgrades.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Christine Marie Smalley
- Daphne Muriel Lawes
- Emma Buchan
- GLENYS MAY PARKHOUSE
- JOHN THOMAS SMITH
- Julian Clive Dixon Biggs
- MARY ODDI
- Terence John Parkhouse
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £28k | £32k |
| 31/12/2024 | £25k | £19k |
| 31/12/2023 | £22k | £22k |
| 31/12/2022 | £30k | £27k |
| 31/12/2021 | £19k | £14k |
Common questions
Is THE FERNHURST VILLAGE HALL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £4,699 for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by substantial equipment expenditure and increased utility costs. Despite this deficit, the charity held unrestricted reserves (cash resources) of £38,707, which is a reduction from the previous year's £43,406. The trustees note that the hall is run by volunteers and receives grants from the Parish Council to support specific upgrades.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/11/2022 | £7k | Project Vision |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 16/12/2005 | £5k | Village Hall Improvements |