Trustees Report to the 1st Chesham Scout Group
For the year ending 31st March 2025
Section A. Reference and Aclministration Details
Charity Name:
I", Chesham Scout Group
Registered Charity Number
270602
Charity's Principal Address
East Street, Chesham. HP5 1 DG
Trustees Name
Office
ifan
Dates Acted
if not whole ear
lain Lambert
Edwina Humphreys
Belinda Vasquez
Graham Eades
Jonathan Brownsell
Emily Khan
Daiiid RodgFers
chairn￿n
Treasurer
Secretary
Group Scout Leader
Section B. Performance, Challenges & Achievements
The l. Chesham Scout Group remains active in the local eommunity, providing opportunities
for young boys and girls to join one of its Squirrel, Beaver, Cub or Scout Sections.
As ever a big thank you to the leadership teams, both Scouting and Trustees, for their
continu¢d commitment to the group, without whom the opportunities we provide would not
be possible.
The health of the group in ternis of number of members continues to be strong, with all
sections maintaining a healthy number of members.
The annual Santa Float, Schools of Chesham Carnival and Scout Posl continue to be vital
fundraising activiti¢s for us.
I, Chesham Scout Group continues lo support the community by offering for hire, the Scout
Headquarters (SHQ) in East Street, for local clubs and activity organisations. The Trnstees
would like to thank the leaders & members of the Chesham All Girls Band for their continued
preference and support in using the SHQ facftlities. Thank5 again also, to the support of Ellie
Redding (line dancing), Ian Scott {First Aid Training) and Mountainwise (Duke of F,dinburgh
Award) for hiring the SHQ. Additionally, a big thank you to Sarah Eades for handling all the
bookings for the SHQ this past year. If you know of someone or a group which could make
use of the I, Chesham Headquarters. short term or longer please contact Sarah on (01494)
583314.

Trustees Report to the Isl Chesham Scout Group For the year ending 3151 March 2023
Section C. Structure, Governance and Mai)agement
l. The I st Chesham Scout Group governing documents are those of the Seoul Association. They
consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to Ihe Bye Laws of the Association
and The Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
The I st Chesham Scout Group is a trnst established under the Scout Asso¢iation rules which
are common to all Scouts.
The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules olThe
Scout Association.
4. The I st Chesham Scout Group is managed by the Board of Trustees. the members of which
are the 'Charity Trustees, of the Seout Group. As charity Irustees they are responsible for
complying with legislation applicable to chayities. This includes the registration, keeping
proper aLcounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate.
The Committee consists of 3 independent representatives, Chair, Treasurer and SecreÉary
together with the Group Scout Leader, individual seelion leaders and parent's representation.
The committee meets every month.
6. The I st Chesham Scout Group Board of Trustees exists to support the Group Scout Leader in
meeting the responsibilittes of the appointment5 and is responsible for..
The maintenance of I st Chesham Scout Group property.
The raising of funds and the administration of I sl Chesham Scout Group finance.
The insurance of persons, property and equipment.
I st Chesham Scout Group public occasions.
Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support.
Appointing any sub commitlees that may be required.
Appointing I st Chesham Scout Group Administrators and Advisors oth¢r than
those who are elected.
7. The I st Chesham Scout Group has in place, systems of int¢n)al controls that are designed to
provide reasonable assurance against mal¢ridl mismanagement or loss. These include two
signatories for all payments and ¢omprehensive insurance policies to ensure that insurable
risks are covered.

Trustees Report to the Isl Chesham Scout Group For the year ending 31.¥l Marcb 2023
Sectioi) D. Objectives & Activities
The objectives of the I. Chesham Scout Group are as a unit of the Scout Association.
The Aim of The Scout Associatioii is lo promote the development of yoiing people in
achieving their full physical, iiitellectual. Social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as
responsible citizens and as menibers of their local national and intemational communities.
The method of achievingJ the Aim of the Associalioii is by pi-oviding an enjoyable and
attractive scheme of progressive training. basld on the Scout Promise and Law aiid guided by
adult leadership.
Section E. Financial Review
I, Chesham accounts are published annually and presented at the AGM.
2. The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the Charitable
activities of the group should income and fundraising activities fall short. The14oard of
Trustees considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months running cosls.
The Group does not have SU￿1¢[ent funds to invest in longer tenn inveslments. The Group has
therefore adopted a risk averse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in
cash using only mainstream banks or building societies

Trustees Report to the 151 Chesham Scout Group For the year endlng 31sl March 2023
Section F. Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees
Signature..
Full Name:
lain Lambert
Graham Eades
Position..
Chair of Board of Trustees
Group Scout Leader
Date:
15, September 2025

Independent Examiners Report to the Trustees of the
1st Chesham Scout Group
I report on the accounts of the Group for the year ended 31 St March 2025,
which are set out on pages 6 to 8.
Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The charity's Irustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in
accordance with the Charities Act 2011.
The Gharily's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year
under section 14412) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that
an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to..
examine the accoLJnls under section 145 of the Charities Act,
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the
Charity Commission (under seclion 14515)Ib) of the Charities Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of Examiners Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given
by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the
accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts
presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual
items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the
trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not
provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and
consequently no opinion is given as lo whether the accounts present a 'true
and fair, view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the
statement below.
Independent Examiner's Statement
In connection with my examination, no Matter has come lo my attention
fj. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect,
the requirements..
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the
Charities Act., and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and
comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
have not been mel., or
2. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a
proper understanding oflhe accounts to be reached.
Christopher FB Hadley Bsc FCA CTA TEP
Parsonage House
Parsonage Lane
Begelly
Kilgetty
SA68 OYL
Dated
g/q/L
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1ST CHESHAM SCOUT GROUP
RECEIPTS & PAYMENTS ACCOUNT SUMMARY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Total R￿eipts for th8year
42.657.88
26,624.62
Total paym8nts for the yeaT
38.164 90
26.412.21
Net Re￿pts I (Payments) fortheyear
4,492.98
212.41
Cash, bank and sIm￿8r fund brought fonvard
27,991.71
27.779.30
Ca8h. bank and Smnilar fund Ca￿led forward
32,484.69
27,￿1.71
The above a¢count and accompanying slaten*nl of assets and Irabililks
We￿ approved by the ItU5tees on
and signed on their behaW ty
l LarnbertGroup ChaKm8n
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1ST CHESHAM SCOUT GROUP
RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS
10,150.50
BUILDING SOCIETY INTEREST
689.49
ACTIVITIES
Scouts Activities
Cub Aelivilies
BeaveTS Activities
RAF Trip
Jamboree Camp
2.176.00
1,874.00
2,456.35
585.00
2,883.00
9,974.35
FUND RAISING
Gift A￿d
Christmas Float
Carnival
Christmas Postage Stamps
Premises Hire
Other Donations and Fundraising
1,762.91
500.00
267.99
898.70
2,564.25
14,998.69
20,992.54
SUNDRY RECEIPTS
Handbooks and Sundries
Hoodies
Water Refund
Miscellaneous
0.00
851.00
0.00
851.00
TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR
42,657.88
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1ST CHESHAM SCOUT GROUP
PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
PREMISES
Rates and Water Rates
Light & Heat
Insurance
Repairs and Renewals
Cleaning
421.82
2,530.07
1.114.77
11,17920
646.80
15,892.66
DONATIONSIGRANTS
Chillern North
8,500 00
ACTWITIES
Scout Activities
Cub Eypenses
Beavers Activities
Squirrels Activities
RAF Trip
Jamboree Camp
Equipment
Tents + Tent repairs etc
2,529.36
1,478.72
2,738.45
35.08
550.00
2,876.81
342.13
59.98
10.61053
FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES
Scout Post
Other
317.75
25.00
342.75
ADMINIESTABLISHMENT EXPENSES
AGM and Meeting Expenses
Insurance
Telephone
121 97
52.00
284.74
458.71
OTHER EXPENSES
1.098.06
PURCHASE OF BADGES
1,262.19
TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR
38,164.90
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