# CIO Number **1210739**
## **BUCKINGHAM LITERARY FESTIVAL CIO**
Financial Statements for the period 1/9/2024 - 31/8/2025
## **DIRECTORS' REPORT**
## **Year ended 31 August 2025**
The directors present their report and the unaudited financial statements for the company for the period 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2025.
## **PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES**
The Buckingham Literary Festival is a registered charity dedicated to promoting literary arts and fostering community engagement through various literary events, workshops, and educational programs. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the charity's financial activities and operational achievements for the fiscal year ending 31st August 2025.
## _Introduction_
The festival aims to enhance cultural literacy, support local authors, and provide accessible literary experiences to diverse audiences. As a registered charity, it operates under the guidance of a trusteeship and adheres to the regulations stipulated by the Charity Commission.
## _Objectives and Activities_
- Organize annual literary festivals featuring renowned authors and speakers.
- Conduct workshops and seminars to promote writing and reading skills.
- Support local schools and community groups through outreach programs.
- Publish and promote local literary works.
## _Financial Overview_
## **Income**
The primary sources of income for the festival include ticket sales, sponsorships, grants, and donations. In 2025, the total income amounted to £19,378, representing a 19% increase compared to the previous year, primarily driven by increased sponsorship and donations.
## **Expenditure**
Expenses covered venue hire, artist fees, marketing, educational outreach, and administrative costs. Total expenditure for the year was £17,340, with the largest costs associated with event organization and artist fees.
## _Financial Position_
As of 31st August 2025, the charity's net assets stand at £4,766, reflecting a healthy financial position. The reserve policy ensures sufficient funds are maintained to support future events and unforeseen expenses.
## _Achievements and Impact_
Successfully hosted the annual festival with over 2,000 attendees.
- Retention of basic ticket price at £10
- Increased community engagement through social media and local partnerships.
- Received positive feedback from participants and stakeholders, emphasizing the festival's role in enriching local cultural life.
## _Future Plans_
The charity intends to expand its educational programs, increase its outreach to underserved communities, and enhance digital engagement platforms.
## _Conclusion_
The Buckingham Literary Festival continues to fulfill its mission of promoting literary arts within the community. With sound financial management and strategic planning, the charity is well-positioned to sustain and grow its activities in the coming years.
## **DIRECTORS**
The directors who served the company during the year were as follows: CE Woodhead
C M A Woodhead V Wordley
L Foden
Registered office: Yeomanry House Hunter Street Buckingham MK181EG
Approved by the directors on 14th May 2026 Signed on behalf of the directors
C M A Woodhead Director
## BUCKINGHAM LITERARY FESTIVAL CIO
Accounts for the period 1[st] September 2024 to 31[st] August 2025
|Revenue
Advertising revenue
Ticket sales
15,428.
47
Sponsorship and donations
3,950.
00
Total Revenue
Expenditure
Authors Fees
9,909.
21
Venue costs
126.
00
Book purchases
390.
82
Website etc
761.
40
Food and accommodation
1,138.
55
PR and Marketing
716.
81
Design and Printing
2,899.
06
Insurance
147.
15
Bank and Paypal charges
70.
00
Professional fees
800.
00
Sundry Expenses
381.
06
Total Expenditure
Surplus/(Defcit)|2025
19,378.
47
17,340.
06
2,038.
41|2024
15,620
750|
|---|---|---|
|||16,370|
|||5,936
972
192
2,293
2,156
180
3,236
142
52
1,250
299|
|||16,708|
|||- 338|
## BUCKINGHAM LITERARY FESTIVAL CIO
Balance Sheet as at 31[st] August 2025
|Balance Sheet
Cash at Bank
Paypal account
Debtors
Creditors
Net Current Assets
Share Capital
Surplus brought forward
Prior year's adjustment - Tax
Surplus/(Defcit) for year
Surplus carried forward|2025
8,911.5
8
3,075.2
1|4,766.3
6
2.0
0
2,725.9
5
2,038.4
1
4,766.3
6|2024
6,687
3,087|
|---|---|---|---|
||11,986.7
9
47.0
0
- 7,267.43||9,774|
||||-
- 7,047|
||||2,727|
||||2|
||||5,071
- 2,008
- 338|
||||2,725|
||||2,727|
For the period ending 31 August 2025 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
## **Directors' responsibilities:**
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;
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and for the preparation of financial statements;
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the micro-entity provisions. These financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 14 May 2026, and are signed on behalf of the board by:
C M A Woodhead Director
The company is a charitable interest organization limited by shares, registered in England and Wales. The
address of the registered office is Yeomanry House, Hunter Street, Buckingham, MK18 1EG. Charity registration number: **1210739**