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2026-04-30-accounts

CHELTENHAM WHEELCHAIR RUGBY CLUB

TRUSTEES REPORT AND ANNUAL ACCOUNTS

FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 APRIL 2026

CHARITY NUMBER: 1212297

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

CONTENTS

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT 2
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT 5
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT 6
BALANCE SHEET 7
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS 8

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT

The Trustees have pleasure in presenting their annual report and the accounts of Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club for the period ended 30 April 2026.

Administrative Details

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club is registered in the UK with the charity commission, reference 1212297. Its principal address is Newlands Park, Southam Lane, Southam, Cheltenham, GL52 3PE.

Structure, Governance and Management

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation governed by a constitution dated 1 January 2025. The charity is structured with a Board of three Trustees overseeing the operations of the club.

As of 30 April 2026, the trustees were: T Denmead

R Harris S Ratcliffe

The Trustees hold regular meetings. All meetings are properly minuted.

Objectives

The objects of the charity are:

1) The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation in particular by the provision of facilities for the playing of wheelchair rugby in Gloucestershire and surrounding area.

2) The relief of disabled people in Gloucestershire and the surrounding area by bringing them into contact with the sport of wheelchair rugby and other sports and leisure activities in order to improve their conditions of life.

Activities and Performance

This has been a significant and successful first year for Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club as a registered charity. Since achieving charitable status in February 2025, the Club has continued to develop as an inclusive sporting organisation, providing opportunities for disabled athletes to participate in wheelchair rugby, compete at a high level, and benefit from the wider physical, social and wellbeing impacts of the sport.

During the year, the Club achieved strong sporting success across its teams. The First Team competed at the highest levels of domestic wheelchair rugby, achieving a third-place finish nationally in its first Premiership appearance and continuing this success during the 2025/26 season with a fourth-place league finish and another third-place national championship result. The team also represented the Club internationally, competing in Prague at Rugby Mania and finishing fourth in the top division of a highly competitive European tournament.

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

The Second Team continued to grow and develop, finishing fifth in Division 2 and gaining valuable experience through international competition, including success at the Bernd Best Tournament in Cologne, where the team won the Advanced League. The Club’s Wheelchair Rugby 5s programme also continued to progress, winning a friendly tournament in Worcester and building the foundations for future league participation.

The Club has also supported individual player development, with members achieving recognition beyond the Club environment, including international selection opportunities. These achievements reflect the Club’s commitment to creating pathways for players of all abilities and supporting participation in wheelchair rugby at every level.

Beyond competitive results, the Club has continued to deliver significant community benefit by providing an inclusive environment that helps build confidence, improve physical and mental wellbeing, and create a strong sense of belonging for players, volunteers and supporters. This work has been made possible through the dedication of the Club’s volunteers, coaches, support team, sponsors and funding partners.

Financial Review

The accounts for the period ending 30 April 2026 have been prepared and submitted on the accruals basis. They indicate an excess of income over expenditure of £17,346. The year-end fund balance was £17,346 held primarily in the form of assets. The charity aims to hold sufficient reserves to allow the Club to field a successful team for the foreseeable future.

Future plans

The Trustees’ aim is to continue developing Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club as a sustainable and inclusive charity, increasing participation and ensuring that wheelchair rugby remains accessible to those who wish to take part.

Over the coming year, the Club plans to expand opportunities for new and existing players through additional training sessions, including more accessible Saturday sessions and summer taster activities to introduce more people to the sport. The Club will continue to grow its Wheelchair Rugby 5s programme, supporting participation pathways and encouraging wider involvement.

The Club will also continue working with partners to improve facilities and reduce barriers to participation, including collaboration with Cheltenham Rugby Club regarding future sports hall developments. Alongside this, the Trustees will focus on maintaining financial sustainability, developing fundraising opportunities, and ensuring that players continue to receive support with the costs associated with taking part in wheelchair rugby.

The Trustees remain committed to building on the strong foundations established during this first year of charitable operation, growing the Club’s reach, and continuing to deliver meaningful sporting and social impact for disabled athletes and the wider community.

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities

The Trustees’ are responsible for preparing a Trustees’ Annual Report and Accounts in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity’s transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

18/06/2026

Approved by the Board of Trustees on…………………………………… and signed on its behalf:

Thomas Denmead Trustee ………………………………………… ………………………………………… ………………………………………… Signature Name Position

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT

To the trustees of Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club

I have examined the accounts of Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club (the “Charity”), charity registration number 1212297, for the period ended 30 April 2026.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity's Trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (the “Act”).

I report in respect of my examination of the Charity’s 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:

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 order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

15 June 2026 …………………………………………… …………………………………………… Robert Harris FCA Date Kingscott Dix (Cheltenham) Limited 7 Rockfield Business Park, Old Station Drive, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL53 0AN

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

Note
INCOMING RESOURCES
Donations:
Donations
Grants
Charitable:
Sponsorship
Membership
Other:
Sundry income
Interest received
4
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Charitable:
League entry costs
Training & playing kit
Training equipment &
consumables
Accommodation
International travel
National travel
Venue hire
Support:
Printing & stationery
Subscriptions
Professional fees
Sundry costs
Bank fees
Depreciation
4
Net incoming /
(outgoing) resources
Fund at start of year
Fund at end of year		 2026
2026
2026
2026
Unrestricted
Restricted
Restricted
Fund
Fund
Capital
TOTAL
£
£
£
£
3,101
-
-
3,101
55,017
6,457
16,096
77,570
4,200
-
-
4,200
4,212
-
-
4,212
2,272
-
-
2,272
78
-
-
78
68,880
6,457
16,096
91,433
14,804
-
-
14,804
546
3,457
-
4,003
940
-
-
940
16,407
-
-
16,407
12,766
-
-
12,766
9,209
-
-
9,209
1,842
3,000
-
4,842
87
-
-
87
17
-
-
17
5,902
-
-
5,902
3,613
-
-
3,613
145
-
-
145
367
-
985
1,352
66,645
6,457
985
74,087
2,235
-
15,111
17,346
-
-
-
2,235
-
15,111
17,346

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

BALANCE SHEET

Note
FIXED ASSETS
Wheelchairs
Computer equipment
2
CURRENT ASSETS
Bank accounts
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Creditors
3
NET ASSETS
FUNDS
Unrestricted fund
Restricted fund
Restricted capital fund
TOTAL FUNDS
4		 2026
2026
2026
2026
Unrestricted
Restricted
Restricted
Fund
Fund
Capital
TOTAL
£
£
£
£
5,133
-
13,374
18,507
-
-
1,037
1,037
5,133
-
14,411
19,544
102
-
700
802
102
-
700
802
(3,000)
-
-
(3,000)
(3,000)
-
-
(3,000)
2,235
-
15,111
17,346
2,235
-
-
2,235
-
-
-
-
-
-
15,111
15,111
2,235
-
15,111
17,346

18/06/2026

Approved by the Board of Trustees on ………………………………… and signed on its behalf:

Thomas Denmead Trustee ………………………………………… ………………………………………… ………………………………………… Signature Name Position

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

1 Accounting policies

Basis of preparation

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice (Charities SORP – FRS 102).

Going concern

The trustees have reviewed the charity's expected income and expenditure for a period of at least twelve months from the date of approval of these financial statements and are satisfied that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Accordingly, the financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis.

Significant judgements and estimations

The principal estimates used in preparing these financial statements relate to:

The trustees do not consider that there are any significant judgements or key sources of estimation uncertainty that have a risk of causing a material adjustment to the financial statements.

Income

Income is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, performance conditions attached to the income have been met, it is probable the income will be received, and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party, it is probable that settlement will be required, and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

Fixed assets

Depreciation is charged on fixed assets: Wheelchairs 20% straight line basis Computer equipment 20% straight line basis

Creditors

Creditors and provisions are recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.

Fund Accounting

General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.

Restricted funds are funds subject to specific conditions imposed by donors. Expenditure from restricted funds is charged against the fund to which it relates.

Restricted capital funds represent restricted income received for the acquisition of fixed assets. Such assets are included within fixed assets and are used in furtherance of the charity's objectives. Depreciation on such assets is charged against the restricted capital fund.

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

2 Fixed assets


Cost brought forward
Additions
Disposals
Cost carried forward
Accumulated depreciation brought forward
Charge for year
Eliminated on disposal
Accumulated depreciation carried forward
Net book value brought forward
Net book value carried forward		 Computer
Wheelchairs
equipment
£
£
-
-
19,765
1,131
-
-
19,765
1,131
-
-
1,258
94
-
-
1,258
94
-
-
18,507
1,037		 Total
£
-
20,896
-
20,896
-
1,352
-
1,352
-
19,544

3 Creditors

Creditors
Accruals 2026
£
3,000
3,000

4 Funds

2026
Unrestricted
Restricted
Restricted capital		 B/fwd
Income
Expenditure
Transfers
C/fwd
£
£
£
£
£
-
68,880
(66,645)
-
2,235
-
6,457
(6,457)
-
-
-
16,096
(985)
-
15,111
-
91,433
(74,087)
-
17,346

Unrestricted – comprises the funds available to the trustees for the general purposes of the charity and to support its ongoing activities.

Restricted – comprises grants received for support towards training equipment and venue hire. All restricted income received during the period was applied for its intended purpose.

Restricted capital funds – comprises grants received towards the purchase of wheelchairs and other equipment, less depreciation on such assets.

Cheltenham Wheelchair Rugby Club Annual accounts for the period ended 30 April 2026

5 Related party transactions

A trustee received payments of £5,902 during the year for services provided in connection with the identification, preparation and administration of grant funding applications on behalf of the charity.

The arrangement is authorised by the charity's constitution. The trustee concerned took no part in the discussion of, or decision regarding, their remuneration. The unconflicted trustees consider the remuneration to be reasonable and in the best interests of the charity.