LANGFORD BUDVILLE VILLAGE HALL FUND
The village hall was completed in 2012 and opened by HRH The Earl of Wessex on 15 October 2012. It is used on a daily basis by all age groups and by various organisations within the parish and surrounding district. There is a wide range of activities available from art, drama, dance and fitness classes to sporting activities and community events. It is also a popular venue for weddings and parties
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a £4k deficit for the year after expensing capital works, despite an ordinary surplus of £8k. The bank balance decreased to £36k, which includes £7k held in separate restricted funds. The document does not disclose a reserves policy or independent audit.
What the accounts disclose
“In the year to December 2025 income from hire was £24k (2024: £20k) with sundry income from Budvue, the bar, events and bank interest contributing a further £4k (2024: £6k).” — page 1
Trustees
- Michael Huntingfordchair
- ANDREW PRITCHARD
- Albi Anderson
- Dominique Lloyd
- HEATHER COTTRELL
- Josh Wedderkopp
- Juliet Shrimpton
- Nick Mitchell
- Patricia Webb
- Tim Wyatt
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £28k | £32k |
| 31/12/2024 | £26k | £24k |
| 31/12/2023 | £27k | £27k |
| 31/12/2022 | £27k | £22k |
| 31/12/2021 | £31k | £10k |
Common questions
Is LANGFORD BUDVILLE VILLAGE HALL FUND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a £4k deficit for the year after expensing capital works, despite an ordinary surplus of £8k. The bank balance decreased to £36k, which includes £7k held in separate restricted funds. The document does not disclose a reserves policy or independent audit.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/09/2008 | £495k | Langford Budville Village Hall |