3RD WILNECOTE
SCOUT GROUP
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1092030
SCOUT ASSOCIATION REGISTERED NUMBER 38513
AGM &
PRESENTATION EVENING 2024
Simon Gilliver Group Scout Leader
FOREWORD
WE WELCOME EVERYONE TO OUR A.G.M & PRESENTATION EVENING
What another amazing year full of Adventure we have had here at 3rd Wilnecote Scout Group. Our young people have experienced some wonderful opportunities, all made possible by our hardworking team of Warranted Leaders, Section Assistants, Young Leaders and our group supporters. They have Volunteered vast amounts of their time and energy into our Group and I thank them all for their ongoing dedication to our Young Members and their scouting journeys.
Thankyou also to our Trustee Board, who continue to work hard behind the scenes, to ensure our Leaders get the tools and finance they need to effectively deliver their program of scouting activities.
The Group depends on the Loyalty and Longevity of its Leaders, Instructors and Trustees to ensure its continued success.
group. Our Squirrel Section is thriving and our younglings have had an Amazing time. Well done to everyone who have made this all possible.
During this period we have also welcomed a new Brownie Pack into our Headquarters. Brownies had ceased in Wilnecote and now, thanks to our hall as a base, they have been able to reform. We wish 3rd Wilnecote Brownies many years of Adventure too!
AGENDA
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INTRODUCTION BY GROUP SCOUT LEADER.
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MINUTES OF LAST ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.
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MATTERS ARISING.
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APPROVAL OF ANNUAL REPORT & ACCOUNTS.
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APPOINTMENT OF GROUP CHAIRPERSON.
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CHAIRPERSON'S COMMENTS.
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APPOINTMENT OF GROUP SECRETARY.
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APPOINTMENT OF GROUP TREASURER.
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TREASURERS COMMENTS.
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ELECTION OF MEMBERS FOR THE GROUPS TRUSTEE BOARD.
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APPOINTMENT OF AUDITOR.
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GROUP SCOUT LEADERS REPORT.
THE A.G.M. IS PRINCIPALLY A BUSINESS MEETING WHICH WILL BE CONFINED TO THE ABOVE AGENDA.
MEMBERS OF THE GROUP WISHING TO HAVE ANY MATTER CLARIFIED SHOULD CONTACT ONE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE GROUP EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AFTER THE A.G.M HAS FINISHED.
ANY BUSINESS ARISING FROM SUCH DISCUSSIONS WILL BE DEALT WITH AT THE VERY NEXT MEETING OF THE GROUPS TRUSTEE BOARD.
3RD WILNECOTE
SQUIRREL DREY
This year has been filled with tons of fun experiences with a lot of ‘firstsÕ.
The Squirrels attended their first ever group scout camp at Beaudesert! What a wild ride that was. It rained the entire time, but it did not dampen a single Squirrel spirit! I could not have been prouder of them; they threw themselves into every activity and were so brave. For most this was their first time away from home by themselves. They had an opportunity to have a go at Bivouacking, Fire lighting, Mini crossbows, Soft Archery, Soft fencing, and a nice run round on the mini assault course. It was a huge success, and they all went home happy and absolutely shattered!
In February our Squirrel section featured in the district award ceremony; where we had our very first Squirrel awarded with their Chief Scout Acorn Award. We were so proud, and he was very brave! Our Squirrel Drey had its First birthday on the 1[st of] March 2024. To celebrate we had a lovely little party, attended by our GSL kaa and our District Squirrel Leader, who awarded even more Chief Scout Acorn awards. For some this marked their 1[st] full year of scouting, earning them their first joining in award! The time has flown so quickly! Another first for our group, we had some Squirrels go up to Beavers. Very bittersweet moment but we wish them well with the next stage in their scouting journey!
The Squirrels have been very busy with their badge work too. We have completed out Be Active, Brilliant
Builder, Super Chef, Let it grow and Exciting Experiments activity badges; as well as out All around us and All about me, All together and All about adventure challenge badges. 9 Squirrels in total have been able to achieve their Chief Scout Acorn award. Also as an added bit of fun we did the ‘Young JediÕ award by celebrating Star Wars day. Huge congratulations to all the hard work.
The squirrels have been very engaged in District events this year. Thanks to our Queen Squirrel (Tara - Blount District Squirrel Leader) and the support of our fellow Squirrel leaders we have successfully pulled off multiple events that have been extremely well received by all Squirrels attending. We threw a Teddy bearÕs Picnic in the castle grounds, attended Kingsbury Waterpark for their Christmas train and held a Christmas party and an Easter event at the DAC featuring a visit from Santa the Easter Bunny. We have many more District events in the pipeline so stay tuned. 3[rd] Wilnecote Squirrels is going from strength to strength, and we are dedicated to providing an exciting and rewarding program whilst still achieving our badge requirements. It has been incredible to see the kidÕs confidence and ability grow, and we have had lots of positive feedback from both the children and bul a J Ny the parents.
Jessica Jeffrey (Pumpkin) Squirrel Scout Leader
3RD WILNECOTE
BEAVER COLONY
with many amazing adventures. Beavers have
Beavers have completed many badges. From cooking, gardening, safety, faith, builder and disability awareness (to name a few). Throughout the year Beavers have enjoyed a visit to our local church, making pizza and pancakes, played Bingo, made mothers day cards and special mugs for fathers day, took part in the District Paddle Sports event and attended Group camp at Beaudesert. Also over this last year Beavers have took part in the local act of remembrance, had a Halloween Party, enjoyed doing Christmas
3RD WILNECOTE
CUB PACK
their shoe laces.
Beavers also joined the rest of the group for a Sleepover in the HQ. This enabled them to
for a visit to Cosford Air Museum. Thanks to everyone who helped with Beavers throughout the year and given us support.
works in planning the badgework and to Ash (Sue Stonehouse) for coming back to our
Our year began with our first Group sleepover in our hall. It was an amazing weekend doing the Air Activities Staged badges. We finished with a trip to Cosford Air Museum.
As usual we have had a packed programme which covered Gardening; The Cubs helped to clear away some of the weeds at the back of the HQ and we had our own planter to look after. Green fingers all round!
Cubs made sandwiches with their feet as part of the disability awareness badge. For Animal Carer; we had an awesome meeting with a visit from Critterish Allsorts. They brought in a variety of cuddly and not so cuddly critters. We did Team building with ‘blind’ Lego; Backwoods cooking with some very strange pizza creations and Emergency Aid. Having the use of CPR dolls was an added bonus.
The Cubs were the first to try out the new archery equipment purchased for the Group. Some even hit the targets!
Joan Gilliver (Willow) Beaver Scout Leader
We’ve had a few parties throughout the year. These included a Royal celebration for the King’s coronation, a ghoulish party for
Halloween and a Merry Christmas one too. The Cubs have attended several district events such as the St George’s day parade in Tamworth and the paddle sports event. Even though the weather wasn’t great we had a good turnout and we were the smartest there.
Although we didn’t win the District Quiz, I was very proud of our team and what they achieved. Well done to everyone who came to the Remembrance parade as the weather was definitely against us.
Also nice to see Cubs joining in and showing support at the Wilnecote Fun Day, the Beetle Drive and the Christmas Fayre. Once again, all this would not be possible without the amazing team I have behind me. I would like to thank Pete (Baggy), Rebecca (Hathi), Evi (Ferao), and Jared (Pingu) for all their efforts. A big thanks to Katy (Stitch) for stepping in when I’m on shifts and generally lending a hand most weeks. Thank you all for your continuing, amazing work and commitment. >
3RD WILNECOTE
SCOUT TROOP
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In this period Dontai, Jackie Giles, Ethan Price, Sophie Young and Jacob Ferriday have all achieved their Chief Scouts Gold Award. This is the highest award any Scout can receive in the Group and we are extremely proud of all our members.
Camp in Lymington.
I am pleased to see the Scouts changing to become more
Philip Elston (Roo) Cub Scout Leader
anything. I was amazed at how our Scouts coped with the conditionsi and the hard work they put ini helpingi our leaders and helpers pack all the wet gear away. We have joined in many Group and District activities. These included the Remembrance parade; bowling;
St George’s Day Parade; Paddle sports; District Scout Quiz
= a &: OUR SCOUTING ADVENTURES! 7OR
In May we went on our Week Camp where the Scouts
enjoyed various activities like operating powerboats. Unfortunately we didn’t manage to take part in the planned
instead we took the opportunity to visit Portsmouth Docks and had a tour around HMS Victory and the Mary Rose. This was an excellent camp and I was very proud of all our Scouts as they faced all the Challenges Head on.
Looking forward to an even more fun filled adventurous program for the year ahead.
Katy Elston (Stitch)
Scout Leader
COME SHARE THE FUNI IFF
BEST SQUIRREL SCOUTS 2023/24
GABBY FRANKLIN (Joint 1st) JACOBY JEFFREY (Joint 1st) WILLIAM GREAVES
BEST BEAVER SCOUTS 2023/24
TAYLOR FRANKLIN ETHAN YOUNG LOGAN FRANKLIN BEST CUB SCOUTS 2023/24
PHOEBE TATTERTON (Joint 1st) CONNOR ALTOFT ( Joint 1st) CHARLIE WILKINS BEST SCOUTS 2023/24 ETHAN PRICE SOPHIE YOUNG ROBYN ELSTON
CHIEF SCOUT GOLD AWARD
IN ORDER TO GAIN THE HIGHEST TRAINING AWARD, SCOUTS MUST COMPLETE A WIDE VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES AND CHALLENGES. THESE INCLUDE EMERGENCY AID, FIRE SAFETY, SWIMMING, HIKING, CAMPING, CANOEING, SAILING, RAFTING, TARGET SHOOTING, CLIMBING AND MANY OTHERS. IN ADDITION TO THESE ACTIVITIES, SCOUTS HAVE ALSO TAKEN PART IN PATROL LEADER TRAINING COURSES AND HAVE TAKEN A LEADING ROLE IN THE RUNNING OF THE TROOP AND IN THE TRAINING OF YOUNGER SCOUTS.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR
LATEST CHIEF SCOUT GOLD AWARD HOLDERS
JACOB FERRIDAY
ETHAN PRICE SOPHIE YOUNG
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BERNARD EVANS MEMORIAL SHIELD - ASSISTANT SCOUT LEADER 1969 1986 CHIEF SCOUTS GOLD AWARD
1972 Martin Stockton 1973 Gary Evans 1974 Warwick Wilton 1975 Carl Mann Stephen Wainwright David Hubble 1977 Iain Baxter 1979 Arran Baxter 1980 Mark Ellison Michael Roe Alan Evans 1982 Lea McGreevy 1983 Michael Armstrong James Houghton Richard Archer Vincent Warren Steven Quick 1984 David Roberts 1987 Robert Wood 1988 Gary Wood Christopher Ellison 1991 Simon Gilbert “(ASS 1992 Simon Gilliver Andrew Curtis Leroy Garratt Richard Baker effi 2y 1995 Jonathan Baker 1998 Luke Wilcox 2001 Simon Wilson 2002 Ryan Powell Christopher Clarke 2003 Colin Stonehouse Kristopher Harris John O’Hara Bradley Wood Robert Brown Peter Brown 2004 Scott Haddon 2005 Jason Stonehouse Philip Wood Christopher Evans Jack Lunn Joshua Manning Ross Powell 2007 Daniel Bates Luke Kibble Ashley Hall 2008 Michael Evans Cameron Walden Nathan Hughes Bradley Leach 2009 Liam Chapman Jack Edwards 2011 Elliot Nicholls Bradley Giles Connor McCrum Marcus Blount 2012 Cameron Deavin 2013 Aiden Nicholls John Powell Emily Giles Phoebe Townsend 2014 Edward Fitzpatrick David Goodvin 2015 Thomas Banks Archie Davies Max Miles Emma Wilson Ryan Simkin 2017 Harvey Kelly
HONORARY SCOUTER RONALD STOCKTON MEMORIAL SHIELD - SCOUT LEADER 1931 2022 CHIEF SCOUTS GOLD AWARD
SCOUT GROUP
AT THE TIME OF THE CENSUS WE HAD THE FOLLOWING MEMBERSHIP
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2019 Olivia Austin
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2020 Samuel Tromans George Young 2022 Chloe Greaves Evi Ashby Grace Austin James Bolton Alexander Castle-Ennis
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2023 Harrison Lancaster Jared Elston Jackie Giles Dontai Davis-Cooper
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THE SCOUT GROUP IS A TRUST ESTABLISHED UNDER ITS RULES WHICH ARE COMMON TO ALL SCOUT GROUPS.
THE TRUSTEES ARE APPOINTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY, ORGANISATION AND RULES OF THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RULES OF THE CHARITY COMMISSION.
TRUSTEES EX-OFFICIO APPOINTMENT
Group Scout Leader Squirrel Scout Leader Beaver Scout Leader Cub Scout Leader Scout Leader
Mr S. Gilliver Mrs J. Jeffrey Mrs J. Gilliver
Mr P. Elston Mrs K. Elston
TRUSTEES NOMINATED APPOINTMENT
Chairman Secretary Treasurer
Mr A. Wharmby
Mrs J. Nicholls Miss L. Suter
TRUSTEE CO-OPTED Dr Karen Greaves
TRUSTEES ELECTED
Parent Representative (Scouts) Joanne Young Parent Representative (Cubs) Lynette Tatterton Parent Representative (Beavers) Position Vacant Parent Representative (Squirrels) Position Vacant
Joanne Young Lynette Tatterton Position Vacant
GROUP PRESIDENT
Mr David Davies
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SOLICITOR
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AUDITOR
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3RD WILNE¢OTE SCOUT GROUP FO YEA ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 RECEIPT 202312024 202212023 Sivul MEmbETshlp Funtt 2.090.97 1,377.16 MbehIP SubxAplon$ 9.976.29 6.254.05 AcbvitK8S Whitsun Camp Group Camp Wet Weekend Patrol LeaderTrnlnir Clrfl Lak•s Twross Dlstrict Camp Ash End Coslord eowllng Beavers Slo Tea Party Shootlng 5,289.69 2.810.73 840.69 372.13 179.21 174.33 980.57 1,385.22 831.78 10.1)0 28.80 95.20 48.20 28.02 351.63 120.00 9,915.68 .00 3.7t9.20 FUNJ Ra1 Easy Fundralslng Amazon Srnlle Chocolate 8itYJO Stslls Wilr*cott Fun Day Xrnas Falr Beelle Driv Easter Ralne Donation. Fortena t)onalion. Jodi Athby Donation- Mozars Donation- Anonymous Donallon. Anonymous Donation- In Memory of Sklp sWnsod SlayAwake Tamworth B C ComMuty Grant TSA AGM Raffle Donation- APM Audh Fee DoMUons- Misc 19.68 87.50 708.00 141.00 158.00 449.60 230.70 8eO.00 500.OD 172.55 500. 4,000.QO 5,000.QO 138.97 262.00 2,500. 5.000. 416.28 612.00 1.150.00 t.ooD.00 87.00 250.00 170.00 93.75 12.no.78 11.596.25 ITfI)MI Items Badges 237.19 25.40 35.00 980.00 212.91 140.00 200.00 Hlre ol HQ HMRC Gwt Ald 2021 2022 2023 214.50 1.788.49 1.573.13 1.573.13 2,002.99 ReGolpls for the Year 37,554.38 £ 25.432.56
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STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 RECEIPTS PAYMENTS Scoul Associa0 Membershlp Fund 2,090.91 Scout ASSl8110n Mtrmbership Fund 3,072.50 Aetiviti&s Sc£)ul$- Shooting Scouts. Coronation Celebralion Scouts- Cook Off Scout- Activities Cubs - Activities Bè8vèr8- Ash End Beavers- Activitles Squirrels A¢iivit4eS Whil Camp Wet Weekend Group Camp Group- Coslord Group- MSSC Actlwtles Tarnworth Di¥tri¢t Critterish Allsorts 15.00 41.16 38.29 282.04 55S.88 40.00 222.01 387.72 671.00 1,613.45 2,813.72 395.00 132.45 390.00 150.00 Membershlp Subscrfptions 9,976.29 Activititrs Whitsvn Camp G¥oup Camp Wet Weekend Palr¢l Lead$r Trainlftg Cliff Lakes Twycross District Camp Ash End Cosford BowlifYJ Beavers Slo T88 Party 5.289.69 2,810.73 840.69 372.13 179.21 174.33 38.68 10.00 28.80 95.20 48.20 28.02 7,747.72 9,915.68 Insurance- Buildlng 1.615.18 Fund R81slno Easy Fundral$in9 Amazon Smile Chocolate Bingo Slalls Wilnecole Fun Day Xmas Fair Beètle Driv& Easter Raffle Donaiion- Fortèrra Donation- Jodi Ashby Donatlon- Mazars Donation. Anonymou$ Donation- AnonyTnous Donations- Mlsc 19.68 87.50 Eleclricltyl Gas 1.675.90 141.00 158.00 449.60 230.70 660.00 500.00 172.55 500.00 4,000.00 5.000.00 93.7S Unrf¢Jttn 8adges Books Photocopies and Stationary Equlpmenl & Mainlenan¢e Trophiesl Presentation Items AGM Food OSM Camp Ovens Fire Securlty ank Charges Parades Audll (repaid by APM as donation) New HQ Expenses 251.20 1.348.21 519.42 7.807.70 666.55 169.65 12.720.78 480.00 516.00 63.20 139.80 Uniform Item8 Badges Books Hire ol HQ 237.19 2S.40 35.00 980.00 Fumilure Dlshwasher HMRC Gift Ald 1,873.13 Miscellaneous 88.90 Suwlu5 11.192.45 e 37.554.38
3RD WILNECOTE SCOUT GROUP RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT SUMMARY FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 202312024 202212023 Total Receipts for the Year Total Payments for the Year Net Receipts for the Year 37,554.38 (26,361.93) 11,192.45 25,432,56 22,090.14) 3,342.42 Gash, Bank and Similar Funds Brought Forward 15.922.45 12.680.03 Reverse Unpresented Chequesl Cash In Hand {100.00) Cash, Bank and Slmllar Funds Carried FoThvard 27,114.90 £ 15,9 The above accounts and accompanying statements of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees on: up Secretary
BANK RECONCILIATION STATEMENT AT 31ST MARCH 2024 BalanGe at 31st March. 2023 Treasurer Account 15,922.45 Plus Surplus 11,192.45 27,114.90 Balance at 31st March, 2024 Treasurer Account 27,114.90 Less: Unpresented Cheques £ 27. .90
3RD WILNECOTE SCOUT GROUP STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AT 31ST MARCH 2024 202312024 202212023 Monetary Assets Bank TreasurerA¢coLml Ilnd Unpresented Chq'sl 27,114.90 15,922.45 Cash in Harxl Beav8 100.00 Cash. 8ank and Slmllar Fund¥ Carrl•d Forward £ 27.114.9D 6,022A5 NONE MONETARY ASSETS: Assets fol Charitls own use Head Quarters Scouting Equipment- Totsl Valu¢ £ 225,000.00 10,000.00 LIAMILITIES: Thosg due within one year Whitsun Camp L&asg 4,621.51 5,000.00 CONTINGENT UABILITIES AND FUTURE OBLIGATIONS: Buildlngl Ctsnlents Insuranc Flre & Security Utilitles Gas Safe Ched( 1,736.68 350.00 4,000,00 IDO.00 TRUSTEES REMUNERATION AND EXPENSES: Signed-. Chairman Treasijrer
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE: 3RD WILNECOTE SCOUT GROUP I report on the accounts of the Group for the Year Ended 31 st March, 2024 Respect6ve responsibility of Twsteès and Independent Examiner. As the Groups Trustees you are responsible for thè preparation of the accounts; you consider that the independent examinallon requirements of Ihe Charities Act 2011 apply. It is my responsibillty without carrying out an audit to conduct an independent examination of the accounts and report to you BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT In accordance with the directions given in the Group's constitution, I have ndUC18d an examlnation of the records and accounts set out on the previous pages. INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT In my opinion the accounts are in accordance wilh the reports produced to me and comply with the constitution. Name.. M8 A. Pearson-myatt (B A Hons) F.C.C.A Address: The Garden House Sion Hill Court Wolvertey Worcestershire DY10 2YY Slgned: Date: Ms A Pearson-myatt