2024-12-31-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 1 Jan 2024 To 31 December 2024

Charity name: First Blofield and Brundall Sea Scout Group

Charity registration number: 1018467

Objectives and Activities

	SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document	Para 1.17	The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. The Values of Scouting As Scouts we are guided by these values: Integrity- We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy and loyal. Respect- We have self-respect and respect for others. Care- We support others and take care of the world in which we live. Belief- We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes. Co-operation- We make a positive difference; we cooperate with others and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults, work together based on the values of Scouting: ● Enjoy what they are doing and have fun ● Take part in activities indoors and outdoors ● Learn by doing ● Share in spiritual reflection ● Take responsibility and make choices ● Undertake new and challenging activities ●Make and live by their Promise.

Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts.	Para 1.17 and 1.19	We are a Sea Scout Group and Recognised by the Royal Navy. Beavers and Cubs are given taster sessions on the water. Scouts and Explorers spend the summer months at our Water Base each week. They carry on through the School holidays to maximise their opportunities and make the most of the longer evenings and warmer weather. All our sections have the opportunity to attend a camp and take part in community and nature projects.
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit	Para 1.18	The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community development headings. The trustees have also received formal training to enable them to carry out their duties as required by the Scout Association Policy, Organisation and Rules (PORs).

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	SORP reference
Policy on grant making	Para 1.38	Grants are available to families suffering financial hardship to ensure Scouting is available to all. This year we helped families to keep their youngsters in Scouting who were furloughed or made redundant by waiving their subs.
Policy on social investment including program related investment	Para 1.38	The Group takes a risk averse approach to investment and any surplus funds are retained in an interest bearing account.
Contribution made by volunteers	Para 1.38	The Group is entirely dependent on volunteers to run with no remunerated posts. All the executive committee and leadership teams are made up of volunteers. Volunteers are essential to the continuation of the Group and to enable

the young people to learn skills for life and experience the opportunities and skills Scouting has to offer. The Group supports adult volunteer and Other leaders training, including financially, which enables the Group to promote scouting programs and provide a wider range of activities to the sections. The financial support is 50% of the course or qualification & out of pocket expense, where County and/or District meet the other 50%.

Achievements and Performance

	SORP reference
Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole.	Para 1.20	The Group has continued to meet its ambitions for the young people. Members have continued to learn Skills for Life and experience and live the Values of Scouting. Financial support has been made available to families that have needed it and it has been a privilege to be able to ensure that Scouting is accessible to all.

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Achievements against objectives set	Para 1.41	We are a Sea Scout Group and proud to be one of 105 Groups recognised by the Royal Navy. All sections are given the opportunity to spend time on the water, including the Beavers who are given taster sessions on the water with their parents and Cubs who incorporate water activities into their summer program. Scouts and Explorers spend the summer months at our Water Base each week. They carry on through the School

			holidays to maximise their opportunities
			and make the most of the longer
			evenings and warmer weather.
			All our sections have the opportunity to
			attend a camp and take part in
			community and environmental projects.
			Our main fundraising event (Village
			Summer BBQ) was a success, with good
	Performance of fundraising activities against objectives	Para 1.41	attendance and sell-out of food.
	set
			N/A
	Investment performance	Para 1.41
	against objectives
			N/A
	Other

Financial Review

Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period	Para 1.21	This year has shown a maintenance of income, with outgoings exceeding income due to investment in activity equipment. Capitation which was not included in the previous accounts due the change in accounting period also fell within this year. The group has incurred costs in the replacement and addition of key activity equipment including: ● Replacement of safety boat outboard engine which was paid for in full by a generous donation to the group for this purpose. ● Purchase of a new canoe trailer to replace the existing trailer to provide transport for paddlecraft to off-site locations. ● Purchase of two new canoes to supplement our existing fleet. ● Purchase of two new patrol tents. The group continues to be financially well placed with more than sufficient reserves going forward (minimum requirement of £4,500). Looking forward to 2025 there are some upcoming costs that the Group will need to meet. These include: ● Creating a drainage system at the Ward Room side of the HQ building to prevent any further flooding of the property, ● The replacement of the HQ heating system (due to its age and specification the annual servicing of it is difficult to procure and also costly). Fundraising, stage payments from parents and initial large expenditure (flights) for the international trip to Kandersteg in the summer of 2025 continued throughout this year. Income from RYA training courses was reduced in 2024 as the group was not able to run these courses over the Summer break.

Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held	Para 1.22	The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the group should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Group Executive Committee considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 3 months running costs, circa £4000. Taking into account inflation £4,500 would be a generous estimate. The Group holds sufficient funds in reserve to meet £4,500.00
Amount of reserves held	Para 1.22	£10,000
Reasons for holding zero reserves	Para 1.22	N/A
Details of fund materially in deficit	Para 1.24	N/A
Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern	Para 1.23	N/A

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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising)	Para 1.47	The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising. The Group holds a reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major reduction in income.
Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted	Para 1.46	The Group takes a risk averse approach to investment and any surplus funds are retained in an interest bearing account.
A description of the principal risks facing the charity	Para 1.46	The Group Executive Committee has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposed, these have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate against them. The main areas of concern that have been identified are: Damage to the building, property and equipment.

The Group has sufficient buildings and contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent loss. Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members. The Group, through the capitation fees, contributes to the Scout Associations national accident insurance policy. A further insurance policy is held to insure helpers who are not uniformed. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all activities. Reduced income from fund raising . The Committee could raise the value of subscriptions to increase the income to the group on an ongoing basis, either temporarily or permanently. A reserve fund is also maintained, equivalent to three months running costs. Reduction or loss of leaders. The group is totally reliant on volunteers to run and administer the activities of the group. If there was a reduction in the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particular section or the group as a whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario the complete closure of the Group. Reduction or loss of members . The Group provides activities for all young people aged 6 to 18. If there was a reduction in membership in a particular section or the group as whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario the complete closure of the Group.

The group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss, these include 2 signatories for all payments and insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered.

N/A

Other

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter)	Para 1.25	The Group's governing documents are those of The Scout Association. They consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The PORs of The Scout Association.
How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO)	Para 1.25	The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts.
Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees	Para 1.25	The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the PORs of The Scout Association.

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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees	Para 1.51	Members of the Executive Committee complete 'Essential Information for Executive Committee' training within the first 5 months of joining the committee as required by the Scout Association PORs.
The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works	Para 1.51	The Group is managed by the Group Executive Committee, the members of which are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout Group which is an educational charity. As charity trustees they are responsible for complying with legislation applicable to charities. This includes the registration, keeping proper accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate. The Committee consists of 3 independent representatives, Chair, Treasurer and Secretary together with the Group Scout Leader, individual section leaders (if opted to take on the responsibility) and parent’s representation. The committee meets every 2 months. The Group Executive Committee exists to support the Group Scout Leader in

		meeting the responsibilities of the appointment and is responsible for: ● The maintenance of Group property ● The raising of funds ● The administration of Group finance ● The insurance of persons, property and equipment and Group public occasions ● Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support ● Appointing any sub committees that may be required ● Appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected.
Relationship with any related parties	Para 1.51	The Scout Association 306101
Other		N/A

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name	First Blofield and Brundall Sea Scout Group
Other name the charity uses	1st Blofield and Brundall Sea Scout Group 1st Blofield and Brundall Sea Scouts 1st B&B
Registered charity number	1018467
Charity’s principal address	℅ The Treasurer 77 Norwich Road Salhouse Norwich NR13 6QQ

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity	Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity	Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity	Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity	Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (if any)
1	Alison Myers	Chair	Until 02/09/2024
2	Vicki Welin	Treasurer

3 ~~2o0~~	James Page ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~
4 ~~2o0~~	Ann Kelly ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~
5 ~~2o0~~	John Kelly ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~
6 ~~2o0~~	Kyle Hampshire-Smith ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~
7 ~~2o0~~	Simon Welin ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~
8 ~~2o0~~	Dr Sue Down ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	From 11/06/2024 ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~
9 ~~2o0~~	Dr Sarah Yeates ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~	From 11/06/2024 ~~2o0~~	~~2o0~~

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity N/A

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others N/A

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) N/A

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details N/A Other optional information N/A

Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s):

Full name(s): James Page

Position: Group Lead Volunteer

Date: 31 January 2026

	2024	2023
Income
Bank Interest	513.20	194.48
Donation	7,740.63	1,404.73
Events	3,354.96	573.40
Events - Beavers	705.00	60.00
Events - Cubs	271.20	1,904.34
Events - Explorers	1,088.50	1,085.00
Events - Scouts	5,965.00	2,691.00
Expense Repayment	330.00	0.00
Fundraising	1,705.37	1,261.06
Gift Aid	0.00	6,690.79
Grant	920.00	2,500.00
KISC 2025	7,161.15	1,100.99
Membership Fees	11,366.95	8,039.88
Rent	2,227.10	2,505.85
RYA - Royal Yachting Associati	500.00	2,888.00
Expense
Activity Equipment	13,460.10	5,675.32
Admin	209.71	201.96
Badges	629.71	405.42
Bank Fees	632.09	427.06
British Canoeing	47.00	0.00
Camping Equipment	2,718.23	883.79
Events	693.95	1,709.54
Events - Beavers	217.00	70.00
Events - Cubs	2,817.12	1,708.97
Events - Explorers	827.10	901.57
Events - Scouts	6,679.53	2,050.85
Fuel	442.09	533.50
Insurance	3,136.72	1,734.00
KISC 2025	7,160.00	2,000.00
Meetings - Beavers	718.05	171.37
Meetings - Cubs	157.17	184.35
Meetings - Explorers	0.00	64.99
Meetings - Scouts	370.85	288.04
Membership Costs	5,075.00	0.00
Rent	306.71	0.00
RYA - Royal Yachting Associati	482.00	607.23
Training	397.50	1,037.74
Utilities	1,207.83	758.29
Venue Maintenance	2,011.24	3,851.73
Account balances
Group	0.00	10,510.27
Beavers	191.35	3,508.24

Dreadnaught ESU	43.53	1,085.76
Cubs	1,141.31	0.00
Scouts	6,456.08	4,417.35
Savings 2	0.00	24,056.48
Expense Account	66.46	116.10
1st B&B Group	8,905.02	0.00
1st B&B Savings	17,494.53	0.00
1st B&B Dreadnought ESU	2,848.31	0.00
Summary
Account balance brought forward	43,694.20	36,060.40
Total income	43,849.06	32,899.52
Total expenditure	50,396.70	25,265.72
Net income	-6,547.64	7,633.80
Account balance carried forward	37,146.59	43,694.20

CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of First Blofield and Brundall Sea Scout Group On accounts for the year ended 31st December 2024 Charity no (if any) 1018467 Set out on pages lYemAmh•.r lo inr.IIKf• the p#g• TruM￿.f$ of 8ddilion•l sheelsi I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ('the Trust.) for the year ended )D I MM I YYYY. Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act.). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5){b) of the Act. I have completed my examination. I confim that no material matters have come to my attention (other than that disclosed below ') in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records Independent examiner's statement I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply. Signed: Date: 3010112026 Name.. Kirsty Craggs Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any): AAT Address: 27 Champneys Road Diss IP22 4PS IER October 2018

Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concem (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidance for examiners). Glve here brlef details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose. NIA IER October 2018