CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 268208 King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Unaudited financial statements 31 December 2025
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Financial statements Year ended 31 December 2025 Page Trustees. annual report Independent examinerfs report lo the trustees Stslemenl of financial aclivib.es Balance sheet Notes lo the financial statements
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Trustees, annual report Year ended 31 December 2025 The trustees present their report and the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2025. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in notes to the accounts and comply with the charity's goveming document, the Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable In the UK and Republic of Ireland published in October 2019. Reference and administrative details Registered charity name King George's Field, Caisler-on-sea Charlty reglstratlon number 268208 Prlnclpal offlce 18 Coleburn Road Norwich Norfolk NR12PA The trustees The trustees who served during the year and at the date of approval were as follows.. Miss Claire Thomson Mr Neil Bowman Mr Peter Sleet Mr Russell Ray Mr Kevin Wood Mr Patrick Hacon Independent examiner Mark Proctor FCA DChA Lovewell Blake LLP Chartered accountants Bankside 300 Peachman Way Broadland Busines5 Park Norwich NR7 DLB Bankers HSBC 181 King Street Great Yamioulh Norfolk NR30 1LS
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Trustees, annual report {¢onllnued) Year ended 31 December 2025 Objectives and activities The objects of the charity are to hold upon trust land designated as a recreation ground for the benefit of the inhabitsnts of the Parish of Caisler-on-sea in the County of Norfolk in such manner as the Committee of Management from time to lime shall think fil. Public benefit The Committee of Management have taken due regard of the guidance published by the Charity Commission. The Committee of Management consider the charity provides a public benefit through the provision of recreation Space for the public. Achievements and performance 11 has been a productive and revilalising year for the Caisler Playing Field. l am pleased to report that the field remains a central hub for our community's recreation, physical and mental well-being. Our focus this year has been on infrastructure resilien. inclusive play. and sustainable maintenance. The field continues lo be more than just a sports field, ils Caisterfs "Green Lung Sensory Garden.. This has been our main focus and SUC$$ this year raising funds and developing what was a spare piece of unused land at the north end of the field, in January 2025 we had a pathway put in, planting areas, a gazebo and the work began. The area has become an important asset for the village, not just for the volunteers bul for the young and old that have used the facility. The majority of our grants and donations this year have been put into this project. A special mention to Peter Sleet one of our Trustees who has raised all this funding single handed. Youth Club.. In July 2025 a youth club was opened, extensive training had been completed and this is something the village has needed for a long time. It is a place where 11 to 17 year olds can hangout, play pool, table tennis, football, music, arts and crafts or just be with their friends in a wami safe environment. Club Partnerships.. We've maintained strong ties wth local football and cricket dubs, hosting many matches this year. Event Highlights.. The summer community festival saw record attendance, raising vital funds for future equipment. The Lonely Larnmas childrens event was hugely successful in the summer holidays and we look lo repeat next year. Inclusion.. We introduced an accessible hut near the cricket and football pitches to ensure elderly residents and those wth limited mobility can enjoy the space comfortably. We now have established clubslgroups such as Menscraft, Mens Shed, Vision Norfolk, lawn bowls, scouts, walking football, netball, vikings, Knit and Naller, Norfolk and Waveney Mind and an inclusive sensory garden. Rabbit Hutch Coffee Shop." The onsite coffee shop has proved to eonlinue to be an asset for users of the field during all seasons. Chaiman's Note. The playing field is a reflection of Caisler ilself-resilienl, active, and welcoming. I want to extend my deepest gratitude lo the Trustees and volunteers who give their lime and efforts Flnanclal revlow The financial results of the charity for the year are set out in detail on pages 6 10 7. Reserves pollcy At 31 December 2025 free reserves within the general fund were £51,80512024.' £28,450).
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Trustees, annual report {¢onllnued) Year ended 31 December 2025 Plans for future periods Our primary challenge for 2026 will be to secure funding for the development of a new multi-use games area through the Football Foundation and local council, and to develop the old play area sile where equipment has been used. Structure, governance and rnanagement Governing Document The King George's Field Caister-on-sea was established on 31 Dember 1973 under a conveyance and registered a5 a charity with the Charity Commission on 20 September 1974. Recruitment and Appointment of Committee of Management and Organisational Structure The general management and control of the charity shall be vested in a Committee of Management, who are considered lo be Trustees for charity law purposes, consisting of not more than 24 members consisting of not more than 24 members. Ml bona fide Caisler organisalions are enlilled to have a representslive on the committee, providing application is made in writing one month before the AGM each year. In addition the Committee shall have the power lo co-opt not more than twelve members lo represent the interests of the parish, not elected by any organisalion. Of these twelve members, eight will be elected at the AGM and four will be elected by the Parish Council. Commlttee of Managgment Inductlon and Tralnlng On appointment to the Committee members are provided with.. ' The charity's governing document The latest accounts of the charity Details of Charity Commission guidance notes CC3 - 'The Essential Trustee, what you need to know, what you need to do" In addition, Committee members are encouraged lo read Charity Commission and other newsletters and lo attend courses designed ID keep them abreast of their duties and responsibilities. Risk Management The Committee are aware of the Charitie5 Commission's recommendations to review the risks applicable to the charity and consider the risks lo be minimal. True and fair override The financial slalements have been prepared to give a 'lrue and fair, view and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only lo the extent qUired lo provide a true and fair view,. This departure has involved following the Accounting and Reporting by Charities." Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republi¢ of Ireland issued in October 2019 rather than the Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Slalemenl of Recommended Practice effective from 1 April 2005 which has since been withdrawn. Indep9ndent Examlner A resolution lo reappoint Mark Proctor FCA DChA of Lovewell Blake LLP as independent examiner was approved by the Committee of Management.
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Trustees. annual report {¢onllnued) Year ended 31 December 2025 The trustees, annual report was approved on trustees by.. 25 March 2026 and signed on behalf of the board of Mr Russell Ray Committee Member
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Independent examiner's report to the trustees of King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Year ended 31 December 2025 I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2025 which are set out on pages 8 to 14. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordan with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 I'lhe Acl'l. I report in respect of my examination of the charity's financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Act and In carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. l confirm that no material matters have Come lo my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act,. or the financial statements do not accord with those records.. or the financial statements do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and ntent of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accoLJnts give a 'true and fair. view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concems and have come across no other rnatters in connection with the examination lo which attention should be drawn in this report in order lo enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Your attention is drawn lo the fact that the Charity has prepared the accounts (financial statements) in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 in preference lo the Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice Issued on 1 April 2005 which is referred to in the exLgnl regulations but has sin been withdrawn. l understand that this has been done in order for the accounts lo provide a true and fair view in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Practice effective for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2015. Il4A Prodo Mark Proctor FCA DChA Independent Examiner Lovewell Blake LLP Chartered accounlanls Bankside 300 Peachman Way Broadland Business Park Norwich NR7 OLB 271312026
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Statement of financial activities Year ended 31 December 2025 202S Restricted funds Total funds 2024 Unrestricted funds Total funds Note Income and endowments Donations and legacies Chantable activities Other trading activities Investment income 18,716 8,063 68,178 581 64,247 82,963 8,063 68,178 581 21,039 6,843 72,790 308 Total income 95,538 64,247 159,785 100,980 Expenditure Raising funds Costs of other trading activities Charitsble activities 11,4741 170,7091 172,1831 11,4741 1134.9561 1136,4301 12,8471 1102,5601 1105,4071 164,2471 164,2471 Total expenditure Net Incomellexpendlturel and net movements In funds before galns and losses on investments 23,355 23,355 14,427} Net Ilossesllgains on investments 10 12911 12911 297 Net Incomellexpondltur&l and not movamenl in fund$ 23,064 23,064 14,130} Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward 34,541 34,541 38,671 57,605 57,605 34,541 The statement of financial aclivib.es includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing acts"vities. The notes on pages 8 to 14 fomi part of these financial statements.
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Balance Sheet Year ended 31 December 2025 202S 2024 Note Fixed assets Investments 13 5,800 6,091 Current assets Stocks Cash at bank and in hand 14 3,332 50,573 2,302 29,892 53,905 32,194 Credltors.. Amounts falllng due wlthln one year 15 {2,1001 13,7441 Net current assets 51,805 28,450 Total assets less net current liabilities 57,605 34,541 Net assets 57,605 34,541 Funds of the charity Restricted fvnds Unrestricted funds 57,605 34,541 Total Charity funds 16 57,605 34,541 These financial statements were approved by the board of trustees and aulhorised for issue on 25 March 2026 and are signed on behalf of the board by.. Mr Russell Ray Committee Member The notes on pages 8 to 14 fomi part of these financial statements.
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Notes to the financial statements Year ended 31 December 2025 General infomiation The charity is a public benefit entity and a registered charity in England and Wales and is unincorporated. The address of the principal Offi is 18 Coleburn Road, Norwch, Norfolk, NR12PA. Statement of compliance The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Stslemenl of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable In the UK and Republic of Ireland Issued in October 2019, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021, the Charitie5 Act 2011 and UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice. The financial stslemenls have been prepared to give a Irue and fair, view and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only lo the extent required lo provide a true and fair view,. This departure has involved following the A¢¢ounling and Reporting by Charities." Statement of Recommended Pra¢lice applicable lo charities preparing their a¢¢ounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland issued in October 2019 rather than the Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice effective from 1 April 2005 which has since been withdrawn. Ac¢ountlng pollcles Ba$1$ of proparatlon The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis, as modified by the revaluation of certain financial assets measured at fair value through income or expenditure. Going concern There are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue. Fund accounting Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees to further any of the charity's purposes. Reslricled funds are subjected to restrictions on their expenditure declared by the donor or through the terms of an appeal. Income All income is included in the slalement of financial a¢livilies when entitlement has passed to the charity. it is probable that the economic benefi'ts associated with the transaction will flow to the charity and the amount can be reliably measured. The followng specific policies are applied lo particular ¢alegories of income.. income from donations or grants is recognised when there is evidence of entillemenl lo the gift, receipt is probable and ils amount can be measured reliably. income from playing field is recognised when due. income from fundraising activities is recognised in the year of event.
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Notes to the financial statements (contlnuedj Year ended 31 December 2025 Accounting policies (continued) Expenditure Expenditure is recognised on an accruals basis as a liability 15 incurred. Expenditure includes any VAT which cannot be fully recovered, and is classified under headings of the slalemenl of financial activities to which it relates.. expenditure on raising funds includes the costs of all fundraising aclivilies, events and non<harilable trading aclivilies. expenditure on charitable activities includes all costs incurred by a charity in undertaking ath"vities that further ils charitsble aims for the benefit of its beneficiaries, including those support Costs and costs relating lo the governance of the charity apportioned to charitable activities. All costs are allocated to expenditure categories reflecting the use of the resource. Direct costs attributable lo a single ath'vity are allocated directly lo that activity. Shared costs are apportioned beeen the activities they Contribute to on a reasonable, justifiable and consistent basis. Investments Listed investments are measured al fair value with Changes in fair value being recognised in profit or loss. Stocks stocks are measured at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost includes all costs of purchase, costs of conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the stock to its present location and condition. Financial instruments A financial asset or a financial liability is recognised only when the entity becomes a paty to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Basic financial Instruments are initially recognised al the amount receivable or payable including any related transaction cos15, unless the arrangement COn5tilules a financing Iransaclion, where il is recognised at the present value of the future payments dIOunted at a market rale of Interest for a similar debt insttumenl. Current assets and current liabilities are subsequently measured al the cash or other consideration expected lo be paid or received and not discounted. Debt instruments are subsequently measured al amortised cost. Donatlons and legacles Unrestricted Funds Restricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Donatlons Donations 18.716 20,341 39,057
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Notes to the financial statements (contlnuedj Year ended 31 December 2025 Donations and legacies (continuedj Unrestricted Funds Restricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Grants Grants receivable 43,906 43,906 18,716 64,247 82,963 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Total Funds Funds 2024 Donations Donations 5,519 5,519 Grants Grants receivable 400 15,120 15,520 5.919 15.120 21.039 The charity reiVed £9,500 of government ftjnding 12024.. £15,120) from Great Yamioulh Borough Council. Charitable activities Unrestrided Totsl Fund$ Unrestricted Total Funds Funds 202S Funds 2024 Playing field income 8,063 8,063 6,843 6,843 Other trading activities Unrestricted Total Funds Unrestricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Funds 2024 Fundraising events Cafe income 1,408 66,770 1,408 66,770 1,797 70,993 1,797 70,993 68,178 68,178 72,790 72,790 Investment Income Unrestricted Total Funds Unrestricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Funds 2024 Investment income Bank interest 170 411 170 411 308 308 581 581 308 308 10
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Notes to the financial statements (contlnuedj Year ended 31 December 2025 Costs of other trading activities Unrestricted Total Funds Unrestricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Funds 2024 Costs of other trading activities- Staging events 1,474 1,474 2,847 2,847 Expenditure on charitable activities Unrestricted Funds Restricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Honorarium Catering Repair work Fundraising events Planning application Film rights and equipment Electricity and gas Rates and water Bins Broadband and TV licence Insuran Cleaner Misc Bank charges and card machine Governance costs 702 42.331 4.523 702 42,331 67,970 63,447 1.650 8.268 2.437 827 1.107 1.800 3.260 224 1.480 2,100 1.650 9.068 2.437 827 1.107 1.800 3.260 224 1.480 2.100 800 70,709 64,247 134,956 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Total Funds Funds 2024 Honorarium Catering Repair work Fundraising events Planning application Film rights and equipment Electricity and gas Rates and water Bins Broadband and TV licence Insurance Cleaner Misc Bank charges and card machine Governance costs 49,548 11,965 15001 578 329 13,379 3.032 762 621 1.663 2.625 14 1,480 1,944 49,548 26,585 14,620 500 578 329 13,379 3,032 762 621 1,663 2.625 14 1,480 1,944 87.440 15,120 102,560 11
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Notes to the financial statements (contlnuedj Year ended 31 December 2025 Analysis of Govarnanca costs: 202S 2024 Independent examination- current year 2,100 1,944 10. Net Ilossesllgains on investments Unrestricted Total Funds Unrestricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Funds 2024 Gainslllossesl on listed investments 12911 12911 297 297 11. Stsff costs The charity has no employees and so no individual earned over £60,000. 12. Trustee remuneratlon and expenses No remuneration or other benefits from employment with the charity or a related enlily were received by the trustees. 13. Invgstments Other investments Cost or valuation At 1 January 2025 Addilions Fair value movements 6,091 1291) At 31 December 2025 5,800 Impaimient At 1 January 2025 and 31 December 2025 Carrying amount At 31 December 2025 5,800 At 31 December2024 6,091 All investments shown above are held al valuation. 14. Stocks 2025 2024 Café stock 3.332 2,302 15. Credltors.. amounts falllng due wlthln one year 2025 2024 Accruals 2,100 3,744 12
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Notes to the financial statements (contlnuedj Year ended 31 December 2025 18. Analysis of charitable funds Unrestricted funds At Gains and 31 December losses 2025 Al 1 January 2025 Income Expenditure General funds 34,541 95,538 172,1831 12911 57,605 At Gains and 31 December losses 2024 Al 1 January 2024 Income Expenditure General funds 38,671 85,860 190,2871 297 34,541 Restricted funds At Gains and 31 December losses 2025 Al 1 January 2025 Income Expenditure Car park repair fund Winter wonderland fund Sensory Garden fund Hot Spot ftjnd 63.447 800 163.4471 18001 164.2471 64.247 At Gains and 31 December losses 2024 At 1 January 2024 Income Expenditure Car park repair fund Winter wonderfand fund Sensory Garden fund Hot Spot fund 14,620 500 114,6201 15001 15,120 115,1201 Hot Spot fund community. represents funding received towards the costs of providing a warm space for the Sensory Garden fund- represents funding received towards the costs of the Sensory Garden. Car park repair fund- represents funding received towards car park repairs. Winter Wonderland fund - represents funding towards the cost of the Winter Wondedand event. 13
King George's Field, Caister-on-sea Notes to the financial statements (contlnuedj Year ended 31 December 2025 17. Analysis of net assets between funds Unrestricted Total Funds Funds 2025 Tangible fixed asse15 Current assets 5,800 51,805 5,800 51,805 Net assets 57,605 57,605 Unrestricted Total Funds Funds 2024 Tangible fixed assets Current assets 6,091 28,450 6,091 28,450 Net assets 34,541 34,541 18. Related partles There were no related party transactions in this or the previous year. 14