Company registration number 06653956 (England and Wales)
Charity registration number 1126961 (England and Wales)
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
CONTENTS
Page
Trustees' report
1 - 3
Independent examiner's report
4
Statement of financial activities
5
Statement of financial position
6
Statement of cash flows
7
Notes to the financial statements
8 - 13
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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The trustees, who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2026.The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)".

Objectives and activities

The charity’s objectives are to relieve persons who are in conditions of need or hardship related to negative lifestyle and a range of social and domestic problems and to relieve the distress caused thereby (particularly but not exclusively by the provision of accommodation and a recovery programme for persons who have a desire to change their lifestyle) in Calderdale and in such other parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees may from time to time think fit.

To advance education, training and employability of persons who are committed to developing their potential to live independently in Calderdale and in such other parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees may from time to time think fit.

Public benefit

In setting our objectives and planning our activities, our activities the trustees have given serious consideration to the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit and in particular for the relief of persons who are in conditions of need or hardship, and the advancement of education.

ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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Achievements and performance
Significant activities and achievements against objectives

This year has been one of continued commitment by Alpha House staff and volunteers to deliver a quality service to men with complex needs who wish to leave dysfunctional and negative lifestyles behind them and work towards reaching their potential. This is a long road for many residents but such a worthwhile and rewarding journey to make. Not only do residents acquire the tools they need to lead successful, fruitful and crime-free lives but they also start to achieve their goals, and they use their lived experience as well as their qualifications, individual skills and personalities to help in this process. A large percentage of residents achieve total abstinence from street drugs, alcohol and substitute medication. This encourage newcomers who realise that this achievement may also be within their grasp.

Yvonne Oliver CEO, has put in a great deal of hard work to continually improve the contents of courses. She has achieved accreditation for the courses with the Quality Licence Scheme Skills and Education group. There are now 10 accredited courses running which lead to a certificate of achievement for each participant, detailing the modules taken and level of pass. A further course has been introduced “Workability in Rehabilitation” which leads to a diploma. The courses and groups have a big impact on residents’ understanding of their behaviours and how to cope with emotions and various situations and challenges they face on a day-to-day basis.

This increase in accredited course has led to us employing a Head of Education – Daisy Preece – who has worked previously in the Prison Service. We have also completed the conversion into an additional training room and a 3 rd counselling space.

The residents continue to benefit from key working sessions as well as the opportunity for counselling, if required. This year, many residents have progressed into Stage 2 and 3 of the programmes and have started volunteering and going to college. Others have started volunteering within Alpha House. Some have moved into a community property where they continue to receive some support from Alpha House and others have moved into independent living.

Finally, I would like to thank everyone who has made the continuation and growth of Alpha House possible, especially the amazing staff team, volunteers, counsellors, residents and our faithful trustees. Thanks also go to funders and those who make individual financial contributions.

This report is compiled by Fran Nowell, founding trustee, and Hazel Beecham, chair, who has been a trustee since we began.

ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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Financial review

The net surplus for the year was £216,796, full details are shown on page 6 of the accounts.

Reserves policy

The charity's total reserves at 31 March 202 6 where £850,936 (2025: £645,549). The trustees aim to maintain sufficient reserves to operate effectively for as long as necessary.

Structure, governance and management

The charity is a private limited company, limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales. It is governed by a memorandum and articles of association. The liability of the members in the event of the company being wound up is limited to the a sum not exceeding £10.

Recruitment and appointment of trustees

The trustees of the charity are also directors for the purpose of company law and are appointed by the members at the Annual General Meeting.

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
06653956 (England and Wales)
Registered charity number
1126961
Registered office
22 Clare Road
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 2HX
Trustees
H Beecham Chair
K Brabbins Retired (resigned 16.5.25)
C L Stephens Business Manager For Civil Service
B M Bennett Peer Support Lead Hep C Trust West Yorks
C Storey
C Anderson Bridge Project
Approved by order of the board of trustees on 18 June 2026 and signed on its behalf by:
.......................................
F E Nowell - Trustee
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
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I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Alpha House Calderdale (the charity) for the year ended 31 March 2026.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the trustees of the charity (and also its directors for the purposes of company law), you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.

Having satisfied myself that the financial statements of the charity are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006 and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act 2011.

Independent examiner's statement

Since the charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000, the independent examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. I confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

1

accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 386 of the Companies Act 2006.

2

the financial statements do not accord with those records; or

3

the financial statements do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 other than any requirement that the financial statements give a true and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or

4

the financial statements have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities applicable to charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102).

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached.

Beldenn Ltd
Empire House
11 Mulcture Hall Road
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 1SP
23 June 2026
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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Unrestricted
Restricted
Other restricted
Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
Other restricted
Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
funds
funds
2026
2026
2026
2026
2025
2025
2025
2025
Notes
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
Income and endowments from:
Donations and legacies
289,563
579,516
1,815
870,894
98,446
455,536
26,815
580,797
Investments
2
2,181
-
-
2,181
2,105
-
-
2,105
Other income
3
-
10,500
-
10,500
-
4,704
-
4,704
Total income and endowments
291,744
590,016
1,815
883,575
100,551
460,240
26,815
587,606
Expenditure on:
Raising funds
4
-
310,347
-
310,347
-
218,778
-
218,778
Charitable activities
121,551
126,854
120,383
368,788
64,526
90,071
78,335
232,932
Total expenditure
121,551
437,201
120,383
679,135
64,526
308,849
78,335
451,710
Net income/(expenditure) and movement in funds
170,193
152,815
(118,568)
204,440
36,025
151,391
(51,520)
135,896
Reconciliation of funds:
Fund balances at 1 April 2025
84,440
433,096
128,202
645,738
48,415
281,705
179,722
509,842
Fund balances at 31 March 2026
254,633
585,911
9,634
850,178
84,440
433,096
128,202
645,738

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 31 MARCH 2026
31 March 2026
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2026
2025
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
9
585,790
339,782
Current assets
Debtors
10
10,410
10,475
Cash at bank and in hand
335,275
377,961
345,685
388,436
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
11
(7,789)
(7,157)
Net current assets
337,896
381,279
Total assets less current liabilities
923,686
721,061
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
12
(73,508)
(75,323)
Net assets
850,178
645,738
The funds of the charity
Restricted funds
14
595,545
561,298
Unrestricted funds
15
254,633
84,440
850,178
645,738

The charitable company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 31 March 2026.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime.

The financial statements were approved by the trustees on 23 June 2026
F E Nowell
Trustee
Company registration number 06653956 (England and Wales)
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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2026
2025
Notes
£
£
£
£
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations
17
210,240
138,126
Investing activities
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
(255,107)
(699)
Investment income received
2,181
2,105
Net cash (used in)/generated from investing activities
(252,926)
1,406
Net cash generated from financing activities
-
-
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents
(42,686)
139,532
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
377,961
238,429
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
335,275
377,961
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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1
Accounting policies
Charity information

Alpha House Calderdale is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is 22 Clare Road, Halifax, HX1 2HX.

1.1
Basis of preparation

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary a mounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2
Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity.
1.3
Income
Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.
1.4
Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement, and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges are allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.

ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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1.5
Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Freehold land and buildings
2% straight line basis
Fixtures and fittings
20% straight line basis
Computers
25% reducing balance basis
1.6
Taxation

The charity's activities fall within the exemptions afforded by the provisions of the Income and Corporation Taxes Act 1988. Accordingly, there is no taxation charge in these accounts.

1.7
Retirement benefits

Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.

1.8

Grants

Grants are recognised at fair value of the asset received or receivable. Grants are not recognised until there is reasonable assurance that the charity will comply with the conditions attaching to them and the grants will be received.

Grants related to assets are recognised in income on a systematic basis over the expected useful life of the asset. Where part of a grant relating to an asset is deferred, it is recognised as deferred income and not deducted from the carrying amount of the asset.

2
Income from investments
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
funds
funds
2026
2025
£
£
Interest receivable
2,181
2,105
3
Other income
Restricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2026
2025
£
£
Other income
10,500
4,704
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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4
Expenditure on raising funds
Restricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2026
2025
£
£
Fundraising and publicity
Other fundraising costs
310,347
218,778
5
Net movement in funds
2026
2025
£
£
The net movement in funds is stated after charging/(crediting):
Fees payable for the independent examination of the charity's financial statements
4,200
4,000
Depreciation of owned tangible fixed assets
9,099
6,507
6
Trustees' remuneration and benefits
None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year.
7
Employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

2026
2025
Number
Number
5
5
Employment costs
2026
2025
£
£
Wages and salaries
112,902
85,388
Social security costs
43,135
30,676
Other pension costs
38,152
20,108
197,939
139,980
There were no employees whose annual remuneration was more than £60,000.
8
Taxation

The charity is exempt from tax ation on its activities because all its income is applied for charitable purposes.

ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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9
Tangible fixed assets
Freehold land and buildings
Fixtures and fittings
Computers
Total
£
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 April 2025
363,851
9,957
1,718
375,526
Additions
253,338
1,000
769
255,107
At 31 March 2026
617,189
10,957
2,487
630,633
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 April 2025
26,598
7,921
1,225
35,744
Depreciation charged in the year
7,963
933
203
9,099
At 31 March 2026
34,561
8,854
1,428
44,843
Carrying amount
At 31 March 2026
582,628
2,103
1,059
585,790
At 31 March 2025
337,253
2,036
493
339,782
10
Debtors
2026
2025
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Other debtors
5,290
6,290
Prepayments and accrued income
5,120
4,185
10,410
10,475
11
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2026
2025
£
£
Other taxation and social security
2,734
2,102
Accruals and deferred income
5,055
5,055
7,789
7,157
12
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
2026
2025
£
£
Deferred income
73,508
75,323
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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13
Retirement benefit schemes
2026
2025
Defined contribution schemes
£
£
Charge to profit or loss in respect of defined contribution schemes
4,367
1,661

The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme for all qualifying employees. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the charity in an independently administered fund.

14
Restricted funds

The restricted funds of the charity compri se the unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be use d.

At 1 April 2025
Incoming resources
Resources expended
At 31 March 2026
£
£
£
£
Housing Benefit Restricted Funds
433,096
590,016
(437,201)
585,911
Other Restricted Funds
128,202
1,815
(120,383)
9,634
433,096
590,016
(437,201)
585,911
561,298
591,831
557,584
595,545
Previous year:
At 1 April 2024
Incoming resources
Resources expended
At 31 March 2025
£
£
£
£
Housing Benefit Restricted Funds
281,705
460,240
(308,849)
433,096
Other Restricted Funds
179,722
26,815
(78,335)
128,202
281,705
460,240
(308,849)
433,096
461,427
487,055
387,184
561,298
ALPHA HOUSE CALDERDALE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
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15
Unrestricted funds

The unrestricted funds of the charity compri se the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be use d. The se include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.

At 1 April 2025
Incoming resources
Resources expended
At 31 March 2026
£
£
£
£
General funds
84,440
291,744
(121,551)
254,633
Previous year:
At 1 April 2024
Incoming resources
Resources expended
At 31 March 2025
£
£
£
£
General funds
48,415
100,551
(64,526)
84,440
16
Related party transactions

During the year, services were provided to the charity by the CEO, Yvonne Oliver. The charge included in the accounts for such services amounts to £30,000 (2025 - £27,037).

The charity has connections to another charity called SWAP (Safe Welcome After Prison).

At 31 March 2026 the amount by SWAP to the charity on a set up loan was £1,000 (2025 - £2,000).

17
Cash generated from operations
2026
2025
£
£
Surplus for the year
204,440
135,896
Adjustments for:
Investment income recognised in statement of financial activities
(2,181)
(2,105)
Depreciation and impairment of tangible fixed assets
9,099
6,507
Movements in working capital:
Decrease/(increase) in debtors
65
(187)
(Decrease) in creditors
(1,183)
(1,985)
Cash generated from operations
210,240
138,126
18
Analysis of changes in net funds

The charity had no material debt during the year.

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