CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees. Annual Report for the period From 1st July 2022 To 30th June 2024 Charty name: Wickford Town F.C. Charity registration number: 1149597 Objectives and Activities SORP fferen Para 1.17 Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation by the provision of factlities for the playing of football in a managed and safe environment. providing opportunities for recreation and competition for all members of Ihe communi The dub provided faolities to allow over 300 young people from the local communty to enjoy football in a well supervised and trained environment. The dub has continued to support the ongoing promotion of Women, s and Girls football. In the clubs ongoing commitsnent to promoting participation in healthy recreation we have tinancially supported a number of members. The club continues to pather with Beauchamps Sch?1 to provide football activilies including and after School times. A club 'Open day. was held at Bartlett Park. During the day all teams had the end of season presentation and enjoyed the entertainment that was provided. Bartlett park was used throughout Ihe summer for training and as the ho round for teams U12 and below. The Tnjstees confinn that they have had due rward to the Charity Commission's guidance on public tsnefit during the year. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benelit, in partIClar. the activities, projects or services identifd in the accounts. Para 1.17 and 1.19 Staiement confimiing whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18
Achievements and Performance RP refererte "Little lfjckers. has continued to grow and provided a(klitional teams this season. This development squad provides a fun introduction into football for ages 4 8 5. This is organised by existing volunteers within the club and is very much Goie to the ongoing devek)pment and growth of the dub. All foott)all was played in the correct rnanner in accordan with the Football Associations Respect Campaign with no disciplinary issues enuntered. All winter training was consolidated to a single k)cation at Beauthamps School. This ensures an all-weather training facilty throughout the winter months. 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. Paya 1.20 Financial Review Review of the tharity's financial position at the end of the riod Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held Pa121 At 30 June 2024 the club held (ash at bank of £38.580 all of whith is unrestricted funds. The dub holds resepS in order to meet any planned and unforeseen expenditure that may occur and to allow for the develo ment of the club. The combined reserves at 30 June 2024 were £537,469 Not appIlble. Para 1,22 Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund matsrially in deficit Explanation of any unrtaIntieS about the charity continuing as a going concern Para 122 Para 124 Not appli(able. Para 1.23 There are no uncertainties regarding the club continuing as a going concern. Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: The dub's main Sour of funds during the year ended 30th June 2024 has (ntinued to be subscriptions of £71 ,416. This was supplemented by other income from Ihe dub's café of £46,058 and other fundraising (including kit sales) of £8,912. The club also received an Insuran claim of £17,511 as a result of an equipment theft. No local authori The charity's principal SoUrS of funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.47 rants were ceiVed.
Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity's trusts: Type of goveming doCunt tiusi deed, ro JI =naner How is the charity constitutsd? le g uriiricorporated associalior,. CIO Trustee selection Methods including details of any constitutional provisions e. election to posi or name of any person or Ix)dy eniitled to appoint one or rnote trustees Para 125 COnltUtion adopted 10 August 1987 as amended on Jul 2016 Unincorporated associati Para 1.25 Para 1.25 Trustees are appointed are apFX)inted by the board of Trustees. Additional information (optional) You ma choose to indude further statements where relevant about: Child Protection Policy - A Child Welfare Officer is appointed. All players and parents are aware of the Club's Child Protection Policy. All volunteers are subject to an interview and Disclosure and Barring Service thecks. Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees Para 1.51 The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works P¥a 1.51 Membership of Organisations - The club is a member of the Essex Football Association. The following football leagues are belonged to: Southend & District Junior Foolball League South East Essex Primary League Essex County Girfs Football League Association of Essex Boys and Girls Club's The Sce tre Lea ue Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Other Reference and Administrative details name Other name the cha ' uses Re istered cha number Chariws principal address Wid(ford Town F.C. 11497 39 Southend Road Wickford Essex SS118BA
Names of the charty trustees who manage the charity Dates acted rf not for whole Tru8te8 nam• Offlce (If any) Name of pèrson (or body) entitled int trustee Ifan Clive Lodge Mark Neller Alan Payne John Bartlett Chairman President 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 orate trustees - names of the directors at the date the r Dlrector name ortwasa Name of trustees holding title to propety belonging to Ihe charity Tru*ee name Dates acted rf not for who
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of Ihe assets held in this capacity None Namè and objects of thè charity on whose behalf the assets a held and how this falls within the cusl(Jdian charity's objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report abova. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signature(s) Full name(s> Posltlon (eg Secretary, Chair. etc) ItsA-SE>IL¥L . Date 121,,Ib¥
WICKFORD TOWN F.C. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30th JUNE 2024 Registered Charity Number 1149597
WICKFORD TOWN F.C. INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO TrIE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2024 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charTty 1.the Trusv) for the year ended 30th June 2024. which are set out on pages 2 and 3. Responsibilities and basls of report As the charity's trustees, you are responsible forthe preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Art 2011 (-the Acf). I report in respect of my examination of the Trusvs accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying Out my examination. I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect: the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act: or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records: or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirement5 COnmIng the fomi and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true ond fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent exarninatn. 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 orderto enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Alan Brading FCA Date: Sygma Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor I Sopwith Crescent Wickford Essex Ssll 8YU
WICKFORD TOWN F.C RECEIPT5 AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ml JUNE 2024 Year ended 30th June 2024 Year ended 30th June 2023 Recelpts Insurance claim Membership fees Kit, equipment and sponsorship Bartlett park café Social events and fundraising {net of costs Bank interest received Total receipts 17,511 71,416 6,438 46.058 2.474 831 144,728 74,615 16,918 34,869 87,102 90 213,594 Payments Training and equipment expenses Kit expenses Bartlett café stock and associated costs Bartlett park equipment expenses Bartlett park works Pitch maintenance Official coaches training and costs Referee fee5 Hire of pitche5 Premises maintenance and cleaning I nsurance Team fvnds (Trophies and prizes) Utility costs Rent and rates General admin costs Membership and affiliation fees Club fines Loan account interest Accountancy Sundry expenses Total payments Net (deficitl / surplus for the year 5344 6.521 29,469 6.751 38.474 25.559 2.456 7,878 28,586 36.324 4.489 2.581 8,452 1,344 3.001 1,946 1.285 1,201 1.200 159 3,582 16,523 30,384 414 15,420 17,174 3,610 5,347 28,031 17,808 3,520 4,765 5,951 1,410 3,976 3,759 397 1,491 1.200 158 213,020 £ {68,292) 164,920 48,674 Appllcatlon of surplus: Repayment of loan capitsl Total applications Remaining (deficit) / surplus for the year 2,847 2,557 £ (71,139} 46,117
WICKFORD TOWN F.C. STATEMENT OF ASSEfs AND LIABIUTIES AS AT 30TH JUNE 2024 30th June 2024 30th June 2023 Fixed assets Land, property and improvements Fixtures and fittings Equipment 492,850 11,546 3.200 492,850 11,546 3,200 507.596 507,596 stock held 766 766 Cash at bank and In hand Lloyds current account Lloyds deposit account Cash in hand 13,585 24,995 413 26,435 83,284 413 38,993 547,355 110,132 618,494 Total Assets Less: Liabilities and creditor5 Accruals Bank loan 12,733 9,886 537,469 12,733 605,761 Net Assets Funds and Reserves Balance brought forward IDeficit)/Surplus for the year 605,761 168,292) 537,469 557,087 48,674 605.761 Approved by the Trustees on nd signed on their behalf by: CLIVE LODGE Chairman MARK NELLER Trustee
WICKFORD TOWN F.C. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30th JUNE 2024 Registered Charity Number 1149597
WICKFORD TOWN F.C. INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO TrIE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2024 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charTty 1.the Trusv) for the year ended 30th June 2024. which are set out on pages 2 and 3. Responsibilities and basls of report As the charity's trustees, you are responsible forthe preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Art 2011 (-the Acf). I report in respect of my examination of the Trusvs accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying Out my examination. I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect: the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act: or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records: or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirement5 COnmIng the fomi and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true ond fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent exarninatn. 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 orderto enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Alan Brading FCA Date: Sygma Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor I Sopwith Crescent Wickford Essex Ssll 8YU
WICKFORD TOWN F.C RECEIPT5 AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ml JUNE 2024 Year ended 30th June 2024 Year ended 30th June 2023 Recelpts Insurance claim Membership fees Kit, equipment and sponsorship Bartlett park café Social events and fundraising {net of costs Bank interest received Total receipts 17,511 71,416 6,438 46.058 2.474 831 144,728 74,615 16,918 34,869 87,102 90 213,594 Payments Training and equipment expenses Kit expenses Bartlett café stock and associated costs Bartlett park equipment expenses Bartlett park works Pitch maintenance Official coaches training and costs Referee fee5 Hire of pitche5 Premises maintenance and cleaning I nsurance Team fvnds (Trophies and prizes) Utility costs Rent and rates General admin costs Membership and affiliation fees Club fines Loan account interest Accountancy Sundry expenses Total payments Net (deficitl / surplus for the year 5344 6.521 29,469 6.751 38.474 25.559 2.456 7,878 28,586 36.324 4.489 2.581 8,452 1,344 3.001 1,946 1.285 1,201 1.200 159 3,582 16,523 30,384 414 15,420 17,174 3,610 5,347 28,031 17,808 3,520 4,765 5,951 1,410 3,976 3,759 397 1,491 1.200 158 213,020 £ {68,292) 164,920 48,674 Appllcatlon of surplus: Repayment of loan capitsl Total applications Remaining (deficit) / surplus for the year 2,847 2,557 £ (71,139} 46,117
WICKFORD TOWN F.C. STATEMENT OF ASSEfs AND LIABIUTIES AS AT 30TH JUNE 2024 30th June 2024 30th June 2023 Fixed assets Land, property and improvements Fixtures and fittings Equipment 492,850 11,546 3.200 492,850 11,546 3,200 507.596 507,596 stock held 766 766 Cash at bank and In hand Lloyds current account Lloyds deposit account Cash in hand 13,585 24,995 413 26,435 83,284 413 38,993 547,355 110,132 618,494 Total Assets Less: Liabilities and creditor5 Accruals Bank loan 12,733 9,886 537,469 12,733 605,761 Net Assets Funds and Reserves Balance brought forward IDeficit)/Surplus for the year 605,761 168,292) 537,469 557,087 48,674 605.761 Approved by the Trustees on nd signed on their behalf by: CLIVE LODGE Chairman MARK NELLER Trustee