BASCHURCH VILLAGE HALL TRUST
Running of the village hall for the benefit of the local community.The hall is used by a number of local groups on a daily basis . Without this facility both young and old would have nowhere to meet.
Objects
A VILLAGE HALL FOR THE USE OF THE INHABITANTS IN THE BENEFICIAL AREA WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS OR OTHER OPINIONS INCLUDING USE FOR MEETINGS, LECTURES AND CLASSES AND OTHER FORMS OF RECREATION AND LEISURE TIME OCCUPATIONS WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THE CONDISTIONS OF LIFE FOR THE SAID INHABITANTS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a net profit of £4,748.19, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £20,400.72. The trustees have established a contingency fund target of £10,000 to cover 18 months of shutdown costs, which is currently held within the charity's accounts. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were found that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records.
What the accounts disclose
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- Alison Bowen
- David Grierson
- Emma Owen
- Helen Frances Spencer
- Michael Parker
- Rachel Greenley
- Samuel Luke Spencer
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £30k | £27k |
| 31/03/2024 | £18k | £26k |
| 31/03/2023 | £16k | £22k |
| 31/03/2022 | £17k | £18k |
| 30/04/2021 | £22k | £6k |
Common questions
Is BASCHURCH VILLAGE HALL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a net profit of £4,748.19, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £20,400.72. The trustees have established a contingency fund target of £10,000 to cover 18 months of shutdown costs, which is currently held within the charity's accounts. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were found that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/03/2021 | £5k | Toilet installation and Access |