CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Trustees, Annual Report for the period
From 0110412024 to 3110312025
Charity name: 151 Westgate-on-sea Scout Group
Charity registration number: 303420
Ob'ectlves and Activities
Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set otjt in its
overnin
document
Summary ol the main activities
in relation to those purposes
for the public benefit. in
particular, the aclivilies,
projects or services identified
in Ihe accounts.
To prepare local young people with skills lor life, 5UPPOrted by
leaders, delivering an inspiring programme In line with the Scout
Association Poli¢
anisational Rules.
Scoutlng Actlvltlos
1 Westgate-on-S8a Scout Group is made up of the followng
sections..
Squirrgls lage 4-6 yearsl
Beaver518ge 6-8 years)
Cubs lage 8-10.5 ye8rsl
S¢oiJls110.5-14 years)
Each of the sections provides an a9e appropTiats, fun, educational
and varied programme ol events with a focus on badgework and
Chief Scouts Awards. They meet once a week at the Scout Hut to
deliver this programme.
As well as the regular meetings that look pla¢e at the Scout Hut,
this year the se¢lions attended other organised events. such as
camping al Marshside and trips to Revolution Climbing Centre and
Chessinglon. They also entered District events such as the Chess
Competition and fishing day. They also lake part in organised
fundraising aclivilies. such as the Tesco Charity Bag Pack.
Statement confirming whether
the trustees have had regard
to the guidance issued by the
Charity Commission on public
benefit
Activities for the year were planned in accordance with the
guidance issufjd by Ihe Charity Commission on public benefit and
in line with the S¢out Association Policy Organisational Rules.
Contribution made by
volunteers
We appreciative of all our voluntary leaders and their continued
efforts to deliver an engaging, and fun program. Without their lime,
we would not be able lo offer such a varied programme of events
to the young paople in our group and we would not be able lo play
such an aGtive role within the communi
Achievements and Performance
Summary oflhe main
Fundraising
achievements of the charity.
Fundraising includes the Thanet Lotto & Amazon. as well as
identifying the differen￿ the
section fundraising events. Fundraising at a group level continues
¢harity's work has made to the
lo be aimed al improvements lo the hut. whilst individual sections
Circumstances of ils
fundraise for furth&r resources.
beneficiaries and any wider
Hut Improvements
benefits to society as a whole.
The focus of d8velopmgnt this ygar has been external
improvements lo the grounds of the hut. A local gardener was
employed lo clear the overgrown gaiden and maintain it, offering a
safe Spa￿ for the Scout Group lo use. Other external projects
planned included levelling and repair of drivewaylexternal
pathways. the repair of the existing extemal stores. the removal of
the old perimeter fence and gales and the erection of replacernent
fencing and gates. This will increase the $8curity and safety of the
premises.
Butterflies Nursery
Butterfiies Nursery make use of the hul during the week and offer
regular donations lo cover the Cost of energy used. This mutually
agreeable practice prowdes them with a valuable space to deliver
nursery provislon to the cornmunity and the locality offers places lo

oun
er siblin
s of the infant school n8xt door.
Financial Review
Review of the charity s
rinancial p051tion at the end of
the period
The main financial risk lo the group would be any unknown or
unexpected issues arising with Ihe Scout Hut.
The SqLtirrèl Section, sel up in July 2023 and achievgd income of
£1.510, with a closing balance of £495. Th& Beavèrs had income of
£3,616 and a closing balance of £2,117. Th8 Scouts income was
£5.734 and their closing balance wa5 £4,482. Trips and events are
processed by the Cub leadeT, thus elevalin9 the income and
expenditure through their account. Income of £16,790 was off59t
by oulgoings of £14,053, leaving them with a closing balance of
£3,133.
The individual section 8¢counls are managed by the respective
seclion leaders and submitted to the grotjp treasurer annually lo be
included in the Charity Commission submission.
Income exceeded expendilurts in all the seGtion ac¢ounls this year.
However, the group account's expenditure exceeded their incomè.
This was predominantly due Its huvground maintenance and
ui
ment cosls.
The Group Accounls conlinue to be monitored with oulgoings
relating lo the expenses ol running the hul, such as energy costs
and insurances. Maintaining and improving the Scout Hut lo ensure
safety and efficiency ¢onlinues lo be the main priority. The closing
balance in Ihe
rou
account at 3110312025 was £10.007.
1. Westgate-on-sea Scout Group is an important part of the local
community with active volunteers playing a vital role in ils
continued success. There was a fall in numbers last year which led
lo a review and increase to the cost of subs to maintain viability
and protect the Group.
This year numbers have started to rise again. with the addition of
the Squirrel section last year offerin9 greater access for the
community and providing additional income for the gfOUP, as wèll
as engaging children younger, who will potentially continue their
scouting journey with the group.
The continued success of the website increases accessibility lo the
group and provides 8 valuable platfomi lo advertise its existence
and promote ils work.
Overall, the Scout Groups collective accounts remain in good
order. with positive closing balances to carry forward for 2025-2026
and we a￿ oplimislic that the group will Continue lo thrive, offering
a varied, en
in
and educational
ramme.
Group Accounts
Explanation of any
uncertainties about the Charity
continuing a5 a going concern
Additional infomiatlon
The charity's principal sources
of funds (including any
fundraisin
The group's principal source of funds this year has been from
membership fees and donations.
Structure, Governance and Management
Type of governing document
As a local Scout group, we do not have a governing documenl of
our own but act in accordance with the Scout Association Policy
anisalional Rules.
Unincor
orated or
anisalion
S¢oul Association
Our Irustees are elected on appointment al AGMS. During
this financial year the Trustees were..
Chalrman- Tony Ay￿ard
Scout Leader- Peter Farbrace
Cub Leader- Gavin Wallis
Beaver Leader- Beckany Moffis
Treasurer- Helen Ling.. reS￿nIng March 2025
Secreta
Emma Dadds.
How Is the chari
constituted?
Trustee selection methods
induding details of any
Constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name ot any
person or body èntitled to
appoint one or more twstees
Thè charity's organisational
strudure and any wider
n6twork wilh which the charty
W&stgatg-on-Se8 Scout Group exists wilhln the wider
organisational structUT8 01 Scoutin9 Association. in collaboration
with the Dislrlct and County.

works
Reference and Administrative details
Chari
name
Other narne the chari
ses
Re
islered charit
number
Charity's principal address
1" Wesl aleaon-sea Scoul Gro
303420
The Bilabong (Scout Hull Sl Crispin's RoadWeslgat8-on-S88CT8 8
EB
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approvod tha trusto08' report above.
Slgnod on b•half of tho charlty's Irustees
Slgnalure(s)
Full namels)
Posltion
Date
22. 12.2o&S

1st Westgate-on-sea Scout Group
Receipts and Payments Account
For y•ar
from
Receipts and payments
2022123
202312024
202412025
Unr•itrlct•d lund•
Unr••trl¢t•d fund•
Unr•itrlctqd fund•
R•ulpt¥
Donallon•. l•94cl4• ana slmlllr Ih¢om•
M*rnbDrthp subscnpih)n$
0,402
10,500
3.887
4,213
4.701
Nèt mombbtsNPSub4cnpUoMrwaln•d
4.212
4.210
4.100
5.2e8
1,409
GIIIAHI
Ow1￿Me I￿p￿￿tI￿￿￿￿￿niIQIrnh1h•T
10.643
12,877
Sub totlll
I9,￿5
22.412
Gr•nts
01￿1 gilro
Sub ¢ot•l
F¥ndr4l•lni l•ro••l
Otsil 1
•112
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J,JP5
1.120
bA75
Sub lolal
75
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TM sMrtT•mi IrbWStmgr* Serylce
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Sub total
rotol Gm55 Income
Yd.910
23,532
32,023
Total r8celpts
22,WO
32.023
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1st Westgate-on-sea Scout Group
Receipts and Payments Account
For the ￿ar
from
To
Receipts and payments
2022123
202312024
202412025
Unr*strl¢t•d ftsnd*
Unr••lrlclod lund•
Unr•strlct•d funds
Paymants
Chafitabl•
wpport tra￿1
RatÈs
97
W•i¢r#rwy S*werage
Ekntjtyarf G¥5
319
212
4•2
Irw¢r
2,Y4
2.93$
702
829
RepaITs¥￿ Rtrewals
1.035
908
15.Sf6
2,429
Pmtity at** plvtocopyiWadmin¢tssts 05M
cDrth￿ty0nto Camp c￿S
1,479
1.#24
2.182
2J16
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Top*￿￿¥111es
T.800
16.078
11243
Otr*rc051s Wee￿Y A￿￿￿eSNeethr
4.237
3.574
3,499
Sub total
1•212
4OM72
Fundral$lng eip6nso$
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Oètsil )
Sub lotal
Tot81 Gmss Expendifvre
11,112
40.072
Ass•t ond inv•¥tment pu￿h•*￿$. •tc.
rotal paymen¢s
19.212
40,on
Net of rec•ipts/(paymenls)
Cash funds lastygar end
Cash funds this year end
B,050
7.TrJ7
8.050
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Statement of assets and Ilabllltles at the end of the year
3110312023
3110312074
Unt••trlcl•d lund•
31ILIJ12024
Unr••trl¢i•d lund¥
Unr••trl¢i•d lund•
C•sh funds
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J.•75
4.U2
Cub &&nk
J.7F4
1.214
93U
495
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IQ,007
203
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Contlng•llt Ilobllili•B and futur• •bll9ations
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Print Name
Chaff. T￿Y Afv8rd
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CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR I NCII ANU WAI I
1st West ate-on-sea Scout Group
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To
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ments
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Cubs
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10.494
138
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## **Independent Examiner’s Report** 

## **1[st] Westgate-on-Sea Scout Group** 

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the 1[st] Westgate-on-Sea Scout Group for the year ended 31[st] March 2025. 

## **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 and the Charity Commission’s guidance. 

I have carried out an independent examination of these accounts in accordance with section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. My examination was conducted in line with the Charity Commission’s Directions, which require me to review the accounting records kept by the charity and to compare the accounts presented with those records. 

The examination provides a limited level of assurance and does not constitute an audit. Accordingly, I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts. 

## **Independent Examiner’s Statement** 

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: 

1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the accounting requirements of the Charities Act 2011 and the Charity Commission’s guidance have not been met; or 

2. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. 

## **Conclusion** 

> [st] March 2025 present a fair summary of the Group’s financial activities and position, and that proper accounting records have been kept. 

**Signed:** ___________________________ 

**Name:** Philip Rapley 

## A.A.T.Q.B. 

**Address:** 4 Frognal Gardens, Teynham, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 9SB 

**Date:** 7[th] November 2025