LITTLE DOWNHAM VILLAGE HALL
A village hall available for all local people. Regular groups include Brownies, a Youth Theatre Group, U3A music and scrabble, dancing groups, special sessions for people with disabilities, Carpet Bowls, local conservation group and other local interest groups. The hall runs a Book Cafe two days a week and is a designated Warm Hub. The hall is also available for hire for parties, wakes and events
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted cash funds of £25,395 at the year end, which is described as a 'more acceptable level' following a third consecutive year of operating surplus. The trustees manage the revenue budget on a self-financing basis, with hiring charges set to achieve this goal. While the charity faces ongoing major repair costs for the building fabric, it relies on fundraising and grants for such works rather than loans.
What the accounts disclose
“Hall Hire Regular 24,011”
“The charity held unrestricted cash funds of £25,395 at the year end of the financial year.” — page 6
“On reviewing the Reserves Policy, it was agreed that the amount of cash held as a designated reserve be increased to £10,000” — page 6
Trustees
- Alan Witts
- Amber Marie Collins
- Carol Hebbard
- Dale Parson
- Daniel Godsmark
- Joanne Louise Waters
- Linda Hutchinson
- Mark Dean
- Mark Winters
- Michael Shearer
- Sarah Louise Winters
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £79k | £72k |
| 31/08/2024 | £72k | £64k |
| 31/08/2023 | £52k | £43k |
| 31/08/2022 | £29k | £42k |
| 31/08/2021 | £24k | £17k |
Common questions
Is LITTLE DOWNHAM VILLAGE HALL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted cash funds of £25,395 at the year end, which is described as a 'more acceptable level' following a third consecutive year of operating surplus. The trustees manage the revenue budget on a self-financing basis, with hiring charges set to achieve this goal. While the charity faces ongoing major repair costs for the building fabric, it relies on fundraising and grants for such works rather than loans. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 16/09/2022 | £9k | Little Downham Night and Day project |