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2025-03-31-accounts

Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Section A Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees/ Saltdean Swim and Surf Club members of On accounts for the year 31[st] March 2025 Charity no 1199266 ended (if any) Set out on pages 2 & 3 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/03/2025.

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.

Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:

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.

Signed:
Name:
Relevant professional
qualification(s) or body
(if any):
Address:

 Samantha Pratt 20thJanuary 2026
Samantha Pratt
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
26 Woodland Way
Brighton
BN1 8BA

Saltdean Swim & Surf Club 1199266

Receipts and payments accounts For the period 1.04.2024 31.03.2025 To from

CC16a

Section A Receipts and payments Section A Receipts and payments Section A Receipts and payments
A1 Receipts Unrestricted
funds
to the nearest £		 Restricted funds
to the nearest £		 Endowment
funds
to the nearest £		 Total funds
to the nearest £		 Last year
to the nearest £
Donations - 8,419 - 8,419 17,160
Course fees 12,710 - - 12,710 11,529
Grant Income - - -
- - - - -
- - - - -
- - - - -
- - - - -
Sub total(Gross income for AR) 12,710 8,419 - 21,129 28,689
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
- -
- -
Sub total - -
Total receipts
A3 Payments
8,612

High viz Bibs,swim caps,rash vests		 561 - - 561 3,176
SLSGB Fees 2,617 2,617 1,766
Lifeguard costs - - - - 250
Pool Hire & swimminglessons 1,991 - 1,991 1,794
Legal and Professional fees 250 - - 250 250
Insurance 2,467 - - 2,467 2,015
Training 130 - - 130 -
Food and Drink for volunteers 459 - - 459 527
Travel 197 - - 197 128
Website 266 - - 266 265
Rent of storage 420 - 420
Repairs and Maintenance 298 - - 298 507
**Sub total ** 7,666 1,991 - 9,657 10,678
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
Manikins
Fins
Rescue boards 12,060
Choke vest
**Sub total ** - 12,060
Total payments
Net of receipts/(payments)
A5 Transfers between funds
A6 Cash funds last year end
Cash funds this year end
22,738
5,044 5,951
- -
5,185 3,030
10,229 8,981

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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
Categories
Signed by one or two trustees on
behalf of all the trustees
B1 Cash funds
B2 Other monetary assets
B4 Assets retained for the
charity’s own use
B5 Liabilities
B3 Investment assets		 Signature
Sarah Penrose
Details
Rescue Tubes
Rash Vests and Swim Hats
Details
Total cash funds
(agree balances with receipts and payments account(s))
Details
Details
Details
Other Equipment
Boards		 Unrestricted
funds
Restricted funds
to nearest £
to nearest £
10,229
1,062
-
-
-
-
10,229
1,062
OK
OK
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted funds
to nearest £
to nearest £
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Fund to which asset
belongs
Cost (optional)
-
-
-
-
-
Fund to which asset
belongs
Cost (optional)
3,063
22,152
400
1,960
-
-
-
-
-
Fund to which
liability relates
Amount due
(optional)
Print Name
Sarah Penrose		 Endowment
funds
to nearest £
-
-
-
-
OK
Endowment
funds
to nearest £
-
-
-
-
-
-
Current value
(optional)
-
-
-
-
-
Current value
(optional)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
When due
(optional)
Date of approval
Sarah Penrose Sarah Penrose 20.01.26

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Saltdean Swim & Surf Club Charity Report Saltdean Swim & Surf Club Charity Report l April 2024 - 31 March 2025 Registered Charity No. 1199266 2024-25

Saltdean Swim & Surf Club Charity Report

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Saltdean Swim & Surf Club

The trustees are pleased to present our annual report together with consolidated financial statements of the charity for the period 1 April 2024 through 31 March 2025.

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As Chair of Saltdean Swim and Surf Club, I am proud to present our Annual Report for 2024–2025. This year has been another period of posiGve growth, increased parGcipaGon, and deeper impact within our local community, reinforcing the club’s role as a vital part of coastal life in Saltdean and the surrounding areas.

Our membership conGnues to grow across all secGons of the club. Pool membership has reached 27 members, while our sea programme has expanded to 40 Nippers (up from 32 last year) and 20 Youth members, reflecGng strong demand for safe, structured water-based acGvity. Alongside this, our volunteer base has grown to 28 dedicated individuals, up from 24 last year, whose commitment enables the club to operate safely, inclusively, and consistently week aVer week.

A core value of Saltdean Swim and Surf Club is accessibility. During the 2024–2025 season, we were able to offer five fully funded places to children who may otherwise have been unable to take part, with two pool places and three beach places supported through grants and donaGons. We are extremely grateful to Telscombe Town Council for their contribuGon towards pool sessions and funded memberships, alongside a further donaGons enabling us to purchase of new boards. AddiGonal funding of £5,500 from The NaGonal Lo\ery Community Fund, together with a mix of further donaGons, has been instrumental in sustaining and developing our provision for members of our community.

This funding has allowed us to invest in essenGal equipment to support our growing membership, including 13 new rescue and nipper boards, addiGonal rescue tubes, and a new choking trainer rescue vest. These investments ensure our members benefit from high-quality training while maintaining the highest possible safety standards. We have also been able to widen our first aid and rescue training offer for both members and volunteers.

Community educaGon remains at the heart of what we do. This year, we delivered in-school training sessions, hosted a Saltdean Swim and Surf Club Day in partnership with the RNLI, and provided basic water safety training for local Scout, Beaver, and Rainbows groups. These sessions extend our impact beyond club members, helping to raise awareness and understanding of water safety across the wider community.

Our members’ conGnued progression through the GB Surf Life Saving pathway remains a source of great pride. Through structured training, encouragement, and strong role modelling from our volunteers, we are not only supporGng young people to develop confidence and resilience, but also nurturing future lifeguards and community role models who will help keep our coastline safer for everyone.

None of this would be possible without the dedicaGon of our volunteers, who give their Gme and energy every weekend, oVen behind the scenes, to ensure sessions are safe, welcoming, and enjoyable. Their commitment, alongside the generosity of our funders, donors, and supporters, enables Saltdean Swim and Surf Club to thrive.

As we look ahead to the coming year, we remain firmly commi\ed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supporGve environment for all our members, while conGnuing to strengthen our connecGons with the local community and partner organisaGons.

Thank you for your conGnued support.

Yours sincerely, Ma\ Coyne, Chair, Saltdean Swim and Surf Club

Our Purposes and AcDviDes

The objecGves of the Saltdean Swim & Surf Club is to advance the educaGon of the public through the provision of educaGon and training in lifesaving, life support, water safety, resuscitaGon and first aid - through parGcipaGon in the awards schemes of the Surf Life Saving Club of Great Britain (herein referred to as SLSGB) and such other acGviGes as are appropriate and thereby contribuGng to the preservaGon of lives.

Our Aims

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The aims of the Club shall be:

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Review of AcDviDes and Achievements

This secGon highlights our acGviGes and achievements over the past season.

The Power of Community with Saltdean Swim & Surf Club

Saltdean Swim & Surf Club was born out of the pandemic by a group of commi\ed volunteers and has conGnued to grow year on year. What began as the delivery of Royal Life Saving Society training to 15 children at Saltdean Lido has evolved into a thriving community club providing sessions, workshops and educaGon to over 900 children across Saltdean, Ovingdean, Woodingdean, Rofngdean, Peacehaven and Newhaven.

During the 2024–2025 season, we conGnued to deliver Surf Life Saving Great Britain Nipper, Rookie and Youth programmes both at Saltdean Beach and in Saltdean Lido. Alongside this, we supported schools, community groups and local iniGaGves through educaGon days, visits and water safety workshops, widening our impact beyond club membership.

Saltdean Swim & Surf Club remains commi\ed to culGvaGng a strong sense of safety, confidence and inclusion for everyone who takes part, regardless of background or circumstance. We acGvely promote environmental awareness and respect for the coastline, ensuring learning is engaging, pracGcal and fun. This work is made possible by a growing team of 28 dedicated volunteers, whose enthusiasm and commitment underpin every session we deliver.

As a member-focused club, we work closely with families, schools and community partners to promote health, fitness and water safety. Accessibility remains a priority, and we conGnually seek ways to ensure opportuniGes are available to as many young people in the local community as possible.

Ring-Fenced Funded Places & Boards

Saltdean Swim & Surf Club ring-fences a minimum of 20% of annual membership spaces to ensure children from disadvantaged backgrounds can parGcipate in our pool and sea-based lifesaving programmes. This includes financial support for memberships as well as access to essenGal equipment such as wetsuits and boards.

During the 2024–2025 season, we provided five fully funded membership places, including two pool places and three sea places, ensuring children who may otherwise have been unable to parGcipate could safely take part. In addiGon, our free community sessions at Saltdean Lido conGnued to a\ract significant a\endance, meaning our overall delivery exceeded the 20% access commitment.

This work has been supported through grant funding and donaGons, including £2,140 from Telscombe Town Council towards pool hire and funded places, alongside £5,500 from The NaGonal Lo\ery Community Fund and a further £778 from addiGonal donaGons. These contribuGons have enabled us to reduce financial barriers and maintain inclusive access across our programmes.

We also conGnue to work with local organisaGons and community partners to support corporate social responsibility iniGaGves, ensuring equipment and training remain accessible and safety standards remain high.

At Saltdean Swim & Surf Club, we believe strongly in the power of community. Our sessions not only teach vital lifesaving skills, but also foster a sense of belonging and equality — when you’re in the sea, we’re all equal.

“It’s the highlight of their week — they’re up early, excited, and already talking about gefng in the water before we’ve even leV the house.” shared one parent.

This feedback reflects the posiGve impact our sessions have on children and families, building confidence, moGvaGon and connecGon that extends beyond the beach and pool.

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Free Community Pool Life-Saving Sessions

In addiGon to our ring-fenced membership places, we conGnue to deliver free community lifesaving sessions at Saltdean Lido every Friday from May through to September, open to all local children of the appropriate age.

Through close working relaGonships with local schools, we acGvely encourage families who may benefit from addiGonal support to a\end these sessions. Schools communicate directly with families and liaise with the club to help remove barriers to parGcipaGon and ensure children most in need can access opportuniGes.

These free sessions play a vital role in promoGng water confidence, lifesaving skills and community cohesion, while also supporGng our wider mission of encouraging environmental awareness and respect for the coastline among young people from all backgrounds.

School and Community Group Sessions

Increasing engagement with schools and community groups has remained a key focus during the 2024–2025 season. Building on previous years, we conGnued to deliver water safety and lifesaving educaGon to children who may not otherwise access beach or pool-based acGvity.

This year, we delivered in-school and community group sessions for local schools and organisaGons, including Scout, Beaver and Rainbows groups, focusing on basic water safety, sea awareness and rescue principles. A highlight of the season was a Saltdean Swim & Surf Club Day delivered in partnership with the RNLI, providing a full day of sea safety educaGon and awareness for children at Saltdean Primary School.

All sessions are delivered by qualified volunteer coaches and our water safety team, ensuring consistent, age-appropriate and engaging learning experiences. By tailoring sessions to suit schools and community groups, we ensure children gain pracGcal knowledge, confidence and respect for the sea, regardless of background or prior experience.

Through this work, we aim to equip young people with skills that help keep them safe while also inspiring future lifeguards, volunteers and environmentally conscious ciGzens.

Equipment and Training Investment

To support our growing membership and increased community delivery during the 2024–2025 season, we invested significantly in new equipment and training resources.

This included the purchase of 13 new rescue and nipper boards, addiGonal rescue tubes, and a new choking trainer rescue vest, enabling us to widen our first aid and rescue training for both members and volunteers. These investments ensure sessions can run safely, with appropriate raGos and equipment in place as numbers conGnue to grow.

Funding support from Telscombe Town Council, The NaGonal Lo\ery Community Fund and individual donors has been instrumental in enabling these improvements, ensuring our club can conGnue to meet high safety standards while expanding access.

Membership and Volunteers

Membership growth conGnued across all areas of the club during the 2024–2025 season. Pool membership reached 27 members, while sea-based programmes grew to 40 Nippers (up from 32) and 20 Youth members, reflecGng increasing demand for structured, safe water acGvity.

Our volunteer team expanded to 28 volunteers, up from 24 the previous year. This growth has enabled us to maintain high levels of supervision, coaching and support across all sessions, while also invesGng in volunteer training and development.

Volunteers remain the backbone of Saltdean Swim & Surf Club. Their commitment, passion and consistency ensure the club operates safely and inclusively every weekend. With a growing waiGng list and increasing community interest, we are exploring ways to responsibly expand capacity in future seasons while maintaining quality, safety and accessibility.

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Community Partnerships

There has been a number of community groups working together to help make our sessions available and accessible to all young people in our local community. From our partnerships with our local primary school for example, where we have established a direct line of communicaGon with families who may require addiGonal support or opportuniGes to a\end our sessions to the Saltdean Community Charity which helped fund regular pool sessions at Saltdean Lido making it accessible to all in the community.

We aim to conGnue to work with and support Saltdean Lido CIC throughout the year and other community organizaGons over the next season to further develop our relaGonship with other local schools and community groups.

Through these partnerships, we hope to conGnue making a posiGve impact on the lives of young people in our community by providing them with opportuniGes for physical acGvity, water safety educaGon, and environmental awareness. By working together, we can create a stronger, more inclusive community that values the importance of both physical and mental well-being. We believe that by invesGng in our youth through these partnerships, we are creaGng a be\er future for everyone.

Training

This season, we conGnued to strengthen our in-house capability by invesGng in one of our trustees becoming a Surf Life Saving Great Britain (SLSGB) Trainer Assessor. This has enabled us to deliver training courses and qualificaGons internally, supporGng both our members and volunteer team.

Developing this capability has brought clear benefits to the club. It has reduced the need to pay for external assessors, allowing us to reinvest funds directly into safety, equipment and access. It also means we can tailor training to our specific needs — including supporGng the progression of our young members through their award pathways and building the skills and confidence of our volunteer water safety team.

Across the 2024–2025 season, we trained and supported our growing volunteer base (now 28 volunteers) and conGnued to deliver structured lifesaving educaGon through both our pool and sea programmes. Alongside regular sessions, we widened our first aid and rescue training using new resources, including a choking trainer rescue vest, helping ensure our delivery remains safe, consistent and aligned to best pracGce.

We remain commi\ed to developing both young people and volunteers through clear progression routes — from Nippers through to Youth awards and onward into future lifeguarding opportuniGes within our community.

Equipment & Maintenance

Secured funds enabled us to secure enough equipment so that we could grow the club this last season. We conGnued to invest in new or recycled equipment, ensuring our members had access to the best and safest gear for their water and land based acGviGes and ensure we are spending chariGes money appropriately.

In addiGon to acquiring new equipment, we also dedicated resources to maintaining and repairing our exisGng equipment which not only ensures the safety of our members but also allows us to extend the lifespan of our equipment, reducing unnecessary waste and promoGng sustainability.

We are commi\ed to conGnuously improving and invesGng in our equipment to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all members. This includes regular checks and maintenance, as well as upgrading equipment when necessary. Our goal is to provide the best possible resources for our members and volunteers while also being mindful of our impact on the environment.

Future Plans

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We remain commi\ed to creaGng a safe, welcoming environment where young people can learn about the sea, build confidence, and develop vital lifesaving skills.

Following another year of strong growth across both pool and sea programmes, our focus for the coming season is on sustainable expansion — ensuring that as demand increases, quality, safety and inclusion remain at the centre of everything we do. We will be reviewing our beach session numbers and structure to ensure we can conGnue to deliver efficient, effecGve training with appropriate supervision and equipment in place. Alongside this, we plan to further develop our pool sessions to be\er accommodate different ability levels, helping every young person progress at a pace that is right for them.

Accessibility will remain a core priority. We believe every child should have access to water safety educaGon and recreaGonal opportuniGes, regardless of background or financial circumstances. Building on the funded places delivered this season, we aim to dedicate even more Gme and energy to widening access in the years ahead — through funding, partnerships and pracGcal support such as equipment provision.

We also plan to conGnue strengthening our community impact by working closely with schools and local community groups, expanding our educaGon and awareness sessions and deepening partnerships such as our delivery alongside the RNLI. In parallel, we will conGnue to grow and develop our volunteer team through training opportuniGes, ensuring volunteers feel confident, qualified and well-supported.

To improve the reliability and efficiency of our delivery, a key pracGcal goal for the forthcoming season is to secure suitable storage with easy access to our equipment and training resources. This will support smoother session delivery, protect vital safety equipment, and make it easier for volunteers to access what they need to run safe, high-quality sessions.

Finally, we will conGnue our fundraising efforts to sustain and expand the resources required to meet growing demand. We are extremely grateful to all funders, donors and supporters who have enabled us to develop this season, and we look forward to building on this progress — promoGng water safety, environmental awareness and community development for the next generaGon.

Together, we can conGnue to make a posiGve impact and help create a safer future for young people across our local coastal communiGes.

Our Finances

The financial statements accompanying this report show net incoming resources for the club's acGviGes as from the accounGng period 01.04.24 – 31.03.25

Our principle source of income this last season was through donaGons, fundraising and club membership fees.

We also received generous donaGons from individuals and local businesses, as well as grants from community organizaGons. These contribuGons have allowed us to conGnue growing and providing valuable resources for our members.

We are commi\ed to being transparent with our finances and ensuring that all funds are used effecGvely towards fulfilling our mission. As a charity organizaGon, we strive to maximize the impact of every donaGon and make sure that our budget reflects our values and goals.

We are always looking for ways to increase our revenue streams, whether it be through fundraising events or partnerships with local businesses. We also work diligently to keep our expenses low, ensuring that the majority of our funds go directly towards supporGng our acGviGes and members.

Before any monies of value £500 and above are spent, a forum of at least three trustees must approve, to ensure responsible spending. Otherwise the Chair and / or Vice Chair can approve spend and both act as signatories.

Reimbursed expenses to trustees - this was £371 paid to David Collins

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Charity Structure, Governance and Management

The charity trustees are responsible for the overall management and control of the Saltdean Swim & Surf Club and meet monthly with breaks in summer and winter for our volunteers.

The work of implemenGng the club's policies is carried out by the trustees. No trustee or person connected with a trustee received any financial benefit from the club.

The charity is governed by a set of policies and procedures, including a safeguarding policy to ensure the safety and well-being of our members. We also have a code of conduct in place for all volunteers, members and families to uphold our values and create a posiGve environment for everyone.

We are commi\ed to regularly reviewing and updaGng these policies to ensure that they reflect best pracGces and align with our mission and vision.

In addiGon to the trustees, we also have a dedicated team of volunteers who help with various aspects of the club's operaGons. These volunteers play an integral role in helping us achieve our goals and make a difference in the community.

We are constantly looking for ways to improve our governance and management structure, as well as engage more individuals in key roles within the charity. We value diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique skills and perspecGves.

We believe that strong governance and effecGve management are crucial for the success of any charity and we are commi\ed to upholding these standards to ensure the sustainability and growth of our organizaGon and aim to further training of our trustees over the coming seasons.

Overall, we are a dedicated team working towards a common goal - to create a safe, inclusive, and sustainable community through water-based acGviGes and we are commi\ed to being a well-run and transparent charity that puts the needs of our community first. We welcome any feedback or suggesGons on how we can conGnue to improve and make a posiGve impact in our local communiGes.

Trustees

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Conclusion

The 2024–2025 season has been one of our busiest and most impacpul to date. From growing membership and an expanding volunteer team, to increased community delivery, investment in equipment, and strengthened partnerships, Saltdean Swim & Surf Club conGnues to evolve as a trusted, valued presence within our coastal community.

Our work goes far beyond teaching lifesaving skills or encouraging physical acGvity. We are building confidence, resilience and responsibility in young people, while fostering a culture of safety, inclusion and environmental respect. Every session delivered, every volunteer trained, and every child supported reflects our belief that access to water safety educaGon should be available to all, regardless of background.

As we look ahead, our focus is clear: to grow sustainably, widen access, strengthen our training pathways, and deepen our impact across schools and community groups. With the conGnued support of our volunteers, funders, partners and families, we are well posiGoned to meet the challenges and opportuniGes of the coming seasons.

Saltdean Swim & Surf Club is a community in moGon; busy, ambiGous and purpose-driven. Together, we are helping to create a safer, more confident and more connected future for the young people who live, learn and grow along our coastline.

Club Contact Details

30 CHICHESTER DRIVE WEST SALTDEAN BRIGHTON BN2 8SH Phone:07760168654

Email: info@saltdeanssc.org Website: www.saltdeanssc.org

Professional Advisors

Accountant

Samantha Pratt FCCA

Springtide Business Services Ltd

26 Woodland Way, Brighton, BN1 8BA

T: 07860 355528

springtidebrighton.com

Insurance Brokers

Endsleigh Insurance Services Limited Quadrangle, Imperial Square, Cheltenham GL50 1PZ

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t: 0333 234 1358

e: keyaccounts@endsleigh.co.uk

w: www.endsleigh.co.uk

Charity Report Signed on behalf of Saltdean Swim & Surf Club Trustee’s by:

Ma\ Coyne

Chair of Saltdean Swim & Surf Club

8 December 2025

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