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Reporting Period: 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025
Section A
Reference and Administration Details
Charity name: 1st Keynsham Scout Group
Registered charity number: 305626
Charity's principal address.. 1st Keynsham Scout Group HQ,
Mayfields,
Keynsham,
BS31 1BW
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity:
(rhese will be published here in the annual report of the charity and also in the UK Gov Charity Register)
Trustee Name
Office (if any)
Dates acted if not
for whole year
lan Carter
Group Lead Volunteer (GLV)
Chair
Len Bridges
Nicky Sanders
Alan Glasgow
Alan Sanders
Treasurer
IT & Compliance
GLV - Activities
Tony French
Lee Lodder
GLV- Scouts
GLV- Beavers & Cubs
Dan Sawyer
John 8alcombe
KESU LV (opted in)
Mayfields HQ Estates
Under 25 yrs representative
Under 25 yrs representative
10
Matty Jackson
Deon Lowe
11
12
Names and addresses of advisers:
Type of advisor
Name
Address
Audited Accounts
Mike Smith
2 Avon Road, Keynsham, BS311 LJ
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Section B
Structure, Governance and Management
Description of the Charity's Trusts:
Type of Governlng Document:
The Group's goveming documents are those of The Scoul Association. They consist of a Royal
Charter, which in tum gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The PoliGy, Organisation
and Rules of The Scout Association.
The Group lias its constitution based upon The Scout Association template and this is reviewed and
approved at the AGM annually.
How the Charity is Constituted:
The Group is a trust established under its rules which are cofflmon to all Scouts.
Trustee Selection Methods:
The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy. Organisation and Rules of The Scout
Association.
Additional Governance Issues:
The Scout Group is managed by the Trustee Board, the members of which are the'charity
Tru5tees' of the Scout Group which is an educational charity. As charity trustees they are
responsible for complying with legislation applicable to charities. This includes registration,
keeping proper accounts and making retums to the Charity Commission as appropriate.
The Trustee Board consists of:
Chair- Len Bridges
Treasurer- Nicky Sanders
Group Lead Volunteer- lan Carter
GLV Activities Lead - Alan Sanders
GLV Beavers & Cubs Lead - Lee Lodder
GLV Scout Lead - Tony French
IT & Data Compliance- Alan Glasgow
Explorers - Dan Sawyer
HQ Maintenance Lead - John Balcombe
Under 25- Deon Lowe
Under 25 - Matty Jackson
10.
11.
During the year Pete Tamblin agreed to be Co-opted to the Trustee Board in support of
Special Projects such as the building of the new Activity Bam at Chetwood and the Chair
and GLV look to formalise his position on the Groups Trustee Board at the next AGM.
1st Keynsham Scout Group is a trust established under Scout Association and charity rules.
which are common to all Scout Groups. Trustees are appointed in accordance with the
Policy, Organisation & Rules (POR) of the Scout Association. POR rules state that all
operational committee members I trustees and adults working closely with young people
must be checked through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), before working with
young people. Every person involved in Scouting in Keynsham is an unpaid volunteer who
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gives their time, life skills and expertise in providing guidance, leadership and inspiration to
the young people of Keynsham.
1st Keynsham is one of the largest Groups in Ihe UK and our success is due to the
contribution made by our dedicated team of volunteers, the enthusiasm of its members,
parents, guardians and supporters. To continue providing the best possible scouting
experience we need to continually altract new parents I volunteers to actively support the
Group.
Keynsham Explorer Scout Unit (KESU) is part of the Wansdyke District and is based at the
Scout HQ in Mayfields. Although they have no liability for any financial or asset management
(their accounts are submitted separately) they are an integral and very important part of the
Group. Scouts move on to Explorers who develop Young Leaders to assist with Beavers,
Cubs and Scouts and they also play an essential part in events such as the Auction.
Explorers make a financial contribution to the group to assist with running expenses and the
use of facilities and equipment.
The Scout A55Dciation (TSA) TranSfo￿natiOn program has come to an end and this changed
the way many Scout Groups recruit volunteers and structure their teams although due to
previous 1 st Keynsham restructures and recruitment methods this had a very rninor impact
on our structure and operations.
The Trustee Board meets approximately every 2 months and reviews reports and updates
from its primary Group Leadership Team members. Members of the Trustee Board complete
'Being a Scouts Trustee. leaming within the first 6 months of joining the Board.
This Group Trustee Board exists to make sure the charity is well-managed, risks are
assessed and mitigated, buildings and equipment are in good working order. and everyone
follows legal requirements and the organisation's policies and rules. Their support helps
other volunteers run high-quality and safe programmes that give young people skills for life.
The Trustee Board is supported by an operations team covering the myriad of requirements
in managing a large Scout Group Charity, many of whom have dedicated many years,
service to 1st Keynsham Scout Group.
The Trustees and Operational Leadership Team regularly reviews the risks, health & safety
and weffare requirements of its operations, membership and third parties.
A budget is drafted annually by the finance subcommittee, (lan Carter, Len Bridges, Nicky
Sanders and Alan Sanders) and this is considered and approved by the Trustee Board. The
income and expenditure is reviewed at each Trustee Board meeting. The accounts for the
year are attached and we would like to thank our treasurer Nicky Sanders for managing the
Group financials during the year and preparing the year end accounts. We would also like to
record our thanks to Mike Smith for the Independent Examiners Report produced at year
end.
Risk and Internal Control:
The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is
exposed, these have been reviewed. and systems have been established to mitigate against
them. The main areas of concern that have been identified are:
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Severe damage to the rnain HQ buildings, property and equipment. The Group would utilise
its other location in Clielwood, install temporary accommodation within the HQ grounds and
or request the use of buildings, property and equipment from neighbouring Scout Groups or
other organisations in the Keynsham area. Similar reciprocal arrangements exist with these
organisations such as the Town Council. The Group has sufficient buildings and contents
insurance in pla￿ to mitigate against permanent loss.
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members. The Group through the capitation fees
contributes to The Scout Association's national accident insurance policy. Risk Assessments
are undertaken before all activities.
Reduced income from fundraising. The Group has multiple income streams which spreads
the risks and means it is not totally reliant upon income from one activity.
The primary income streams for the Group are as follows:
Members subscription
Letting HQ premises
Letting ChelwDDd Campsite
Annual Auction
Clay Pigeon Shooting
HMRC Gift Aid
Other Donations or Grants
The Group prevtously held a significant reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should
there be a major reduction in income. However. the Group committed to utilise this reserve
during this financial year for the investment of building a new all-weather activity bam at its
Chelwood campsite and this cost c.£135,000. The Board has secured a £30.000 loan from
the Scout District to assist with the new bam cost and to ensure it retsined sufficient fvnds
for the on-going financial management of the Group.
In the event of considerable additional unforeseen and budgeted cost to the Group it could
raise additional loan(s) from Scout District or County to cover the risk. Additionally, the
Group could raise the value of subscriptions to increase the income to the Group on an
ongoing basis, either temporarily or pemanently.
Reduction or loss of leaders. The Group is totally reliant on volunteers to run and administer
the activities of the Group. If there was a reduction in the number of leaders to an
unacceptsble level in a particular section or the Group as a whole then there would have to
be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario, the
complete dosure of the Group. The Group has a substantial team of volunteers and
therefore currently considers this a manageable risk with the flexibility of resources available
across the Group.
The Group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable
assurance against material mismanagement or loss. These include regular financial reviews
of income and expenditure, Trustee Board approvals of budget and additional expenditure
outside of budget and control limits, risk reviews of the HQ & Chelwood properties and
comprehensive insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered. The Scout
Association provides insurance cover as part of the annual capitation for scouting activities
including public liability. 1 sl Keynsham Is responsible for any additional insurance cover for
buildings and contents and equipment. Requirements are reviewed annually, and cover is
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provided by Unity Insurance Brokers (Part of The Scout Association). Note: Because of
accounting practices, the book value of equipment and buildings will be signrficantly lower
thali the valuation for insurance purposes due to write down policies. The Chair is the
gatekeeper for review of the policies and all insurance claims through Unity Insurance.
Our Mayfields HQ buildings and facilities are kept in pristine condition by a team of
volunteers wlio have grown in numbers over the past few years, and their contribution is
greatly valued. This group of dedicated volunteers led by John Balcombe and Dave Hopkins
has saved the Group thousands of pounds in maintenance charges. To comply with relevant
legislation and the conditions of our premises licence the Group employs professional and
qualified trades people in key areas.
Chelwood is located a few miles south of Keynsham where the Group owns a 30-acre
campsite and nature reserve. It is a fantastic facility used for several events and activities
throughout the year. It provides a very important incorne stream from the facilities and
increasingly from events, and we are lucky to have a very professional and dedicated team
of volunteers led by Wilf Harrison managing this facility with Christine Harrison and other
supporters. The campsite is an important asset for members, activities and an income
stream, and it is hoped that building the new Activity Bam on site will make camps and
activitie5 easier to manage and further enhance the income from letting this site.
One of the main on-going risks at Chelwood is managing the trees and woodland around the
campsite. The Group arranges specialist Tree surveys every two years for the Campsite
and HQ trees. This survey looks at the physical and environmental risk the trees can have
upon the Group. Apart from physically unsafe trees the immediate risk prevails from "Ash
Dieback Disease" (ADD). However, our specialist also highlights Larch as a dominant tree
species within the woodland and is at threat from Ramorum disease (Phytophthora
Ramorum). Suspected cases of Ramorum disease on trees or other woodland plants must
be reported to the Foresty Commission who may issue a Statutory Plant Health Notices
(SPHN) on the owners or managers of affected woodland. These notices require infected
and nearby larch trees to be destroyed, nearby trees are included in nOti￿S because even
though they might not show symptoms of the disease, experience has shown that in many
cases some of them are in fact infected. Failure to comply with a notice can resutt in
enfor￿ment action and prosecution.
Due to the risk from ADD, infected trees are being felled as a priority along with trees
identified at risk of falling. particularly those in more public areas. Due to the future risk the
larch are being thinned out and felled. The woodland at Chelwood has a good volume of
native trees that self-populate and we have found a number of smaller new growth trees
including oak that will benefit from clearing out the larch and ash trees and that will fill the
gaps over time.
Data management and GDPR compliance are seen as crucial for managing the Scout
Group. The Group has been fortunate to have the experience of Alan Glasgow who has
continued to progress the improvement and control of our IT systems. website and
cofflmunication systerns. The Group has provided its managemenl team with a centralised
online Google email and electronic dats management platforrn, and we are grateful for
Alan's contribution in these areas. This now provides us with a plattorm for marketing,
fundraising, selling activities, keeping present and past members apprised of group
developments and raising our profile in the community.
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Tlie seiiior maiiagenient team are gatekeeper5 for vetting content of websites to ensure
compliance with copyriglit, infringement of personal rlghts, defamation and dala protection.
Emails containing hamiful content. malware and ransomware are potentially damaging to the
Group and all officers and managers sending confidential informalion are required to use
appropriate antiviruslanti-malware protection software. To allow leaders and managers, time
to concentrate on Scouting activities record keeping has now been computerised using TSA
central website and Online Scout Manager (OSM). Both systems are externally managed
with the appropriate levels of security.
Section C
Objectives and Activities
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document:
The Purpose of Scouting
Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal developmen(
empowering them to make a positive contribution to the community and wider society.
The Values of Scouting
As Scouts we are guided by these values:
Integrity
We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy and loyal.
Respect
We have self-respect and respect for others.
Care
We support others and take care of the world in which we live.
Belief
We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes.
Co-operation We make a positive difference; we cooperate with others and make friends
The Scout Method
Scouting tskes place when young people. in partnership with adults, work together based on
the values of Scouting and:
- Enjoy what they are doing and have fun
- Take part in activities indoors and outdoors
Leam by doing
Share spiritual reflection
Take responsibility and make choices
Undertake new and challenging activities
Make and live by their Promise
Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects:
Scoutsng is the very essence of our being and everything we do is geared to providing the
young people, and young at heart of Keynsham with the very best experiences possible.
With over 100 years of history the alumni is full of success stories of young people who have
gone on to lead successful and fulfilling lives, some currently working and living in countries
right across the globe.
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The Group had Beavers, Cubs and Scout sections running for many successful years and at
tl)e very end of March 2025 8 new Squirrels Drey was èstablished ￿th flfteen 4 6 year
olds. Tliis new Drey and set of volunteers will be given tim8 to settle in and understand the
nuances of running this section. Once the team and GLV are comfortable with the stability
being strong enough to expand, consideration will be given to, either starting another small
D￿Y or increasing member numbers to the existing Drey.
The Group has key activity teams to support the Groups, Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs and
Scouts in having cliallenging and fun experiences. These teams cover Air Rifle & Pistol
Shooting, Water Sports, Caving, Climbing, Survival, Pioneering, Clay Pigeon shooting.
Archery, Entertaining, ExpEdition. Outdoors Skills, Nature and Crafts.
There is strong demand from parents to enrol their children (boys and girls) into Scouting,
and there are waiting lists for Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts.
The numbers shown at the census fluctuate through the year. Reducing the waiting list is
desired, however this depends heavily on new adult volunteers and young leaders coming
forward. The fact that parEnt5 are pa55i0nate abDUt their children being involved in ScDUting
is a testament to the quality and diversity of the opportunities on offer by 1st Keynsham
Scout Group. Parents are advised that Scouting at local level is run entirely by unpaid
volunteers and there are strict criteria on the ratio of leaders to children in their care. The
only way in which we can reduce the waiting list is to increase the number of leaders and
assistant leaders.
Our premises are used every evening and at weekends. There is also a vibrant activity
programme taking Scouting off site including the use of the group owned activity site and
campsite at ChelwoDtI. The Group is exploring various options tD amend, build or extend the
current HQ premises in Keynsharn. It is now running at high capacity and it is difficult to
accommodate additional Dreys. Colonies, Packs and Troops. However this may involve
substantial cost and the Group no longer holds the reserves it had in previous years.
Therefore, any further major building plans could involve substsntial fundraising efforts and I
or loans to achieve the desired outcomes.
Additional details of the objectives and activities:
The Group was founded in 1909 and it is with great pride we acknowledge the generosity of
those early pioneers in presenting the Group with land and assets and in so doing laying the
foundations of one of the largest and most successful Groups in the UK. This report is a
representative view of 1 st Keynsham Scout Group, its activities, its place in the community.
but more than that through the combined efforts of all in and out of uniform, the Group has
provided young people with skills which have evolved over the years to meet 21st Century
needs so they can embrace opportunities in future life.
The Trustees would like to express their appreciation to all the unpaid volunteers for their
contribution over the last twelve months.
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Publlc benefit statement:
The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the
advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community development.
1 st Keynsliam Scout Group is a community-based organisation dedicated to providing young
people with a wide range of activities and life skills and a safe environment in which to
develop their contribution to the community and wider world in the years to come. The
Group is heavily involved in supporting Keynsham in Bloom and enters the RHS "In your
neighbourhood" annually. The Group also allows lettings of the Keynsham Mayfields HQ &
Chelwood woodland campsite premises while not in use for Scouting to allow the wider
community to benefit from these excellent facilities. The Keynsham HQ premises are
registered for emergency use as part of the Keynsham Council / BANES Business Continuity
Plan. The Group let the HQ to the Department of Health & Social Care during the Covid19
Pandemic to Use as a testing centre and the local health centres also use the HQ for mass
vaGGinations for the community such as for Covid19 and Flu.
Section D
Achievements and Performance
Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year:
en
227
Total
Male
42
25
17
Female
11
Other
BEAVERS
K2
ROCKY
28
26
CHILTERN
COTSWOLD
QUANTOCK
26
28
29
20
24
26
SCOUTS
AXE
FROME
CHEW
AVON
90
28
20
20
22
227
15
22
18
18
17
187
TOTALS
39
SQUIRREIS
BEAVERS
CUBS
SCOUTS
11
38
21
30
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Tlie Group 1i8s contiiiued to provide outstanding scoutlng for Its Keynsham youth.
Menibershlp nunibers liave dècre8sed slightly from the previous reportlng period by 13
nienibers, primarily in the Scout section. however, this isn't a concern.
SAdly we niust also reflect on the loss of people in the year who played a part in Scouting in
1st Keynsliam Scout Group.
We lost Cliarles S8nders, more commonly known as "Skip., who will be very sadly missed
by family. friends and our Scout Group. Skip played a massive role in Keynsham Scout5 for
over 50 years. Skip had previously been a member of Scouts in Coventry, where he had
progressed through the sections and into leadership before moving to Keynsham. Upon
moving his family to Keynsham back in early 1970's he got involved in helping the Group as
a Cub Leader and brought in his two sons Alan and Keith. Later Skip Moved to Scouts,
starting up a new troop which he ran for many years. In the 1990s, our Scout HQ required
rEplacing, and Skip played a major role in shaping the building that was opened in 1996.
Thanks to his perseverance and attention to detail, we achieved the right result. Skip brought
3 generations into Scouting with many still involved in Keynsham Scout Group as Leaders
helpers or Trustees. During his time with us Skip also organised the Keynsham Fun Run for
many years and enjoyed running himself. There are many stories of Skip and as people
remember Charles, we are Sure they will be shared. In 2009 Skip was awarded by the Chief
Scout the highest Leader Award, the 'Silver Wolf for his exceptional service. He completed
well over 50 years of service to Scouting in many roles. an amazing achievement, latterly as
our treasured President.
We also lost Len Honeker who was a Leader with the Scout Group during the 80's and 90's.
Len joined the group to support his sons Doug and Tony and never left. After he stepped
down as a Leader, he continued to support all of the fundraising clay shoots bringing not just
himself but large groups and encouraging others to get involved. His love for Chelwood and
everything ScDUttng never diminished. He will be remembered by many of his old scouting
colleagues, always willing to give support and advice with a laugh, a smile and above all with
a big heart.
Graham Robins was also sadly lost during the year. Graham was Avon Troop leader, led our
Venture Unit to Norway in 1986 and went on to be an overseas Commissioner. He served in
the Group from the late 1970's until he moved away in the late 1980's but always stayed in
touch.
We're continually amazed at the resilience and passion of our Group volunteers. We must
thank the Scout Trustees and Leadership Team for all their fantastic efforts, such as their
enthusiasm and innovation to keep Scouting alive for all the units and our young members.
Plus everyone behind the scenes who manage our propety, lettings. finances, equipment,
fundraising, 4ettings, Chelwood, subscriptions, IT, administration and so much more.
Our strength as a Group lies with the amazing leadership and operational leadership teams
sharing the load of managing this very large Scout Group and delivering great Scouting for
Keynsham's youth.
We had another highly successful year of fundraising activities, and this is essential for
minimising the members subscription charges and also investing in the Group's future.
Our leadership and executive teams had considered initial growth and investment plans and
agreed that this should start with the building of a new activity bam at Chelwood and this
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was completed during tlie year. I would like to record my appreciation to our Project Team
supporting tl)Ss slgnificant development to ensure all went to plan. The project came at a
high fiiiancial cosl to the Group due to inflationary and other cost pressures, however, the
project stayed within Ihe agreed tendered cosl plan and no additional charges were incurred.
Section E
Financial Review
Brief statement of the charity's pollcy on reserves:
Reserves Policy
The Group previously held reserves of approximately £70,000 against future development of
the new activity bam at Chelwood. This was spent during the year on the project and current
reserves are approximately £30,000.
The Group's policy Dn reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable
activities of the Group should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Group Trustee
Board reviewed the requirements prior to contracting the new barn and considered the
Group should hold a sum equivalent to 3 months running costs. circa £15,000 as
minimum.
Details of any funds materially in deficit
The Group needed to take a £30.000 loan from the District Scouts in order to complete the
building of the new activity barn development at Chelwood. The loan commenced in August
2024 and will be for a 10 year period with repayments in December each year. The Group
made the first repayment in December 2024. The Group will look to exceed the payment
schedule and repay the loan early if possible, as the Group has a record of doing so on
previous loan arrangernents. The Group will balance this desire with the on-going running
costs and holding sufficient operating funds.
Further financial review details:
Investment Policy
The Group's Income and Expenditure is relatively small and as a consequence does not
have sufficient funds to invest in longer-term investments such as stocks and shares. The
Group has therefore adopted a low risk strategy to the investment of its funds. All fvnds are
held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies.
1st Keynsham has an annual budget of approximately seventy thousand pounds all of which
must be raised by the Group membership subscriptions and from fundraising activities,
grants and donations. Additional to this is the cost of activities outside the membership fees
such as summer camp.
Fundraising is only made possible due to the numbers of volunteers who rur) the various
events and the support from local businesses. The Group has strong financial governance
with contingencies in place to cover unplanned changes in income or expense. Cash tk)w is
managed throughout the year to ensure financial stability. We are a non-profit rnaking charity
with all funds being re-invested in the Group. Funds raised are used predominantly to pay for
insurance, running costs, purchase equipment, improve facilities, and to provide leader
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trainiiig which in tum enhances the Scouting experience for our young people
coniniensurate witl) modem Scouting.
The Group's main income streams beyond subscriplions includes the hiring of our
Keynsham HQ and Chelwood campsite for various events and activities. We have music
and p￿MiseS liCen￿S for the HQ and can accommodate a range of events; the Group
normally runs an annual scout auction and clay pigeon shoots to raise funds.
How Èxpèndlture has 5UPPOrtÈd the kèy objèctlvès of the charity:
The Group prioritises its expenditure on ensuring the Scout rnembers have the resources
required for a safe and exhaustive activity programme. The Group's successful fundraising
has enabled significant investment in its Own activity equipment and dedicated substantial
premises in Mayfields Keynsham and Chelwood Campsite.
The previous substantial Group financial reserves have been used to further develop the
Chelwood campsite with a large activity barn. This has enhanced the Group facilities for its
members activities and also should help secure additional income lettings for the campsite.
Investment policy and objectives:
Banking is moving away from cheques and cash towards online banking systems which are
now widely used. We could not operate a Group of this size and complexity without
embracing online banking. Trustees have agreed guidelines on the operating procedures
within the Group but there is always a risk whatever steps we tske that extemal fraudulent
activity could take place.
Intemal fraud prevention measures include dual monitoring of bank accounts and the
availability of bank accounts for inspection at Trustee Board meetings.
We have within the Group, Trustees with significant finan￿ and banking experience and
together with the Groups, bankers we have tried to mitigate financial risks.
The Group monitors its income and expenses on a regular basis and takes measures to
adjust these to ensure the Group cash balances are managed for the long term sustainability
ofthe Group.
Section F
Other Optional Information
Plans for future periods
To cary on the traditions and ethos of the Group we are engaging with parents and
supporters to find the future inspirational leaders and supporters to take the Group forward.
To reduce waiting lists the Group is actively looking at ways in which we can use additional
facilities to create new Colonies, Packs and Troops which will need additTonal adult
volunteers.
The Group will look to the expansion of the newly formed first Drey of Squirrels section in the
coming years to fall in line with the Group and TSA desires.
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Section G
Declaration
The Group Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustees, report above
Signed on behalf of the Charity's Trustees
Signatures:
Full names:
Leonard (Len) Bridges
lan Carter
Position:
Group Chair
Group Lead Volunteer
Date:
3" June 2025
3" June 2025
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endent Examiners R
ort to the Trustee
Of1￿Ke
istered Chari
no 305626
nsham Scout Grou
I report on the accounts of the I" Keynsham Scout Group for the year ended 31 March 2025 which
are set out on pages Iwo to five of this document.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the 1° Keynsham Scout Group 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 I" Keynsham Scout Group accounts carried out under
section 145 of the 201 l 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 COnf￿M that no material matters have come to 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 1° Keynsham Scout Group as required by
section 130 of the Act; or
2. the accounts do not accord with those records. or
3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and
content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other
than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view which is not a rnatter
considered as part of an independent examiJ]ation.
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 understsnding of the
accounts to be reached.
Mike Smith ACMA, CGMA
Associate Chartered Management Accountant
2 Avon Road, Keynsham, BS31 ILJ
14 June 2025
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Receipts and payments
accounts
CC16a
For the
period
from
ri(-.f! P['('
(HARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENCIlAN'D ANID IVALES
11412024
311312025
Section A
Receipts and
payments
Unrestric Restricted Endowme
ted funds
funds
nt funds
tothe
to the
to the
nearest £
nearest £
nearest £
Total
funds
to the
nearest £
Last year
tothe
nearest £
A1 Receipts
Chelwood
12,632
3.620
30,995
11632
3,520
30,995
Donations
1,745
31,972
Events
Group expenses
Fund Raising
Garage Let
Gift Aid
Grants
Leth'ngs
maintenan￿ (Grounds)
subs(￿PtIons
Training
Explorers
Equipment Maintenan
(Activity)
Sects'on allowan
Loan from Distnct for bam Build
12,694
1700
5.688
4.200
9,108
12,694
1700
6,688
4,200
9,108
17,451
2,250
5,641
1.100
9,042
365
25,181
330
26.181
330
26,040
2.161
2.161
1,423
130
130
1,161
30,000
1,161
30.000
715
Sub total(Gross
income for AR)
140,r)00
140.600
106.322
A2 Asset and investment
sales, (see table).
Sub tota
Total receipts
140,600
140,500
106,322
Pagie ? of 5

A3 Payments
Badges l Books
Capitation
Computers
Chelwood
Events
Group Expenses
Insurance
Maintenance {Building5)
Maintenance (Grounds)
Equipmenl Maintenance
(Stores)
Equipment Maintenan
(Activity)
Equipmenl Maintenan
(Furniture)
Rales
Section Allowance
Training
Utilities
Loan repayment
Fund Raising
2,478
13.053
732
4,098
35.015
8,148
231
2,478
13.053
732
4,098
36,015
8,148
231
6,903
3.110
3.036
13,200
761
6,042
22,873
7,853
6.989
8,956
3,838
6,903
3,110
713
713
1,442
2,146
2,146
1,580
276
737
3,357
297
5,078
719
719
907
907
4,317
3.311
4389
4.317
3.311
4.389
4.288
90.449
Sub total
94.667
94,667
A4 Asset and
investment purchases,
(see table)
Equipment
Land and Buildings
6.327
129.023
135,350
6,327
129.023
135.350
5,731
Sub total
6,731
Total payments
230,017
230.017
96,180
Neto
receipts/(payments)
A5 Transfers between
funds
A6 Cash funds last year
end
Cash funds this yea
en
- 89,617
- 89,617
10,141
139,906
139.906
129.765
60,389
60,389
139,906
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Sectioii 8 Stateineiit of Assets aiid Llabillties at the end of the period
Unrestrlct Restricted Endowm
ed funds
funds
ent funds
to nearest £
to near•st £ to nearest £
ry(eooi'jeq
l)et,iils
B1 Cash funds
Cuffent Accounl
14,355
Chelwood ALxx>unl
5,652
Reserve Account
30,482
rotal cash funds
60,389
(agree balan￿$ with receipts and
payments account{s))
Unrestrict Restricted Endowm
ed funds
funds
ent funds
to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £
Details
B2 Other monetary
assets
Fund to
which asset
belongs
Cost
(optional)
Current
value
(optional)
Details
B3 Investment assets
Fund to
which asset
belongs
Unrestricted
Cost
(optional)
Current
value
(optional)
12.903
Details
Equipment
B4 Assets retained for
the charity's own use
9,727
Che￿ood
Endowmenl
68.000
Ashton Way Land
Endowment
20.000
20,000
Ashton Buildings
Unrestricted
318,707
112.2S2
Chelwood New Bam
Unrestricted
129.023
129.023
Fund to
whlch
Ilabillty
relatss
Unrestricted
Amount due
(optional)
When du•
(optlonal)
Details
Loan fr(Kn District for Bam
Build
86 Liabilities
26,689
31
December
2033
Signed by one or two
trustees on behalf of all the
trustees
Signatur
Print Name
Date of
approval
IAA
Pagie 4 of 5

I ' Keynsham Scout Group
Registered Charity no 305626
Notcs to the Accoiints for the year ended 31 March 2025
Trllstee remiineration and benefits. None of the trustees have been paid any remuneration or
received aiiy otlier benefits froin employment with the charity.
Fees for examination or audit of the accounts. No fees were paid in respect of professional
services or to the independent examiner.
Land and Building Asset5
The che]￿rOod c￿llps1te, consisting of approximately 28.01 acres situated at Chelwood, near
Keynsham, was valued in September 2001 by Dreweatt Neate, Chartered Surveyors. The open
Market Value placed on the freehold, with vacant possession, is £68,000.
The Land and Buildings used as the Scout Headquarters in Keynsham, was valued in October 2001
by Countr)ryvide Commercial, Chartered Surveyors. The Land was valued at £1 0,000, and the
building at £70,000; but the valuers note that, with approval of planning consent for commercial
developmenL the property could be valued at £350,000 (on an Open Market Value basis). As the
building M'as constructed a number of years ago, the Trustees are of the opinion that the building
should be included in the accounts at its construction cost of £107,260 and the land at a value of
£20,000.
The title deeds to the properties at Chelwood and Mayfields are held in safe keeping by the Scout
Association Trust Corporation, free from any lien or charge.
Additions to Buildings
During 2010 12011 an extension to the Mayfields HQ was constructe(L The value of the extension
is shown in the accounts at its construction cost of £154246.19. The value for insurance pun)oses
is £155,000.
During 2013 12014 the ceiling in the main hall at Mayfields HQ was soundproofed to reduce sound
reverberation. During 2014 12015 the ceiling of the Explorer Room was similarly soundproofed.
The ceiling is expected to last the lifetime of the main structure of the building. The value of the
ceiling has been capitalised and is shown in the accounts at its construction cost of £9,103.80 (Main
Hall) and £7,068.62 (Explorer Room).
During 2017/18 the main hall floor was re-laid using funds raised via the "Under the feet of giants"
campaign at a cost of £20,269.38.
An activity barn was constructed at the Chelwood Campsite during financial year 20?41?5 at a cost
of £129,023. The project was in part funded by a loan of £30,000 from the Scout Association
repayable in installments by 31 st December ?033.
Page5of 5

endent Examiners R
ort to the Trustee
Of1￿Ke
istered Chari
no 305626
nsham Scout Grou
I report on the accounts of the I" Keynsham Scout Group for the year ended 31 March 2025 which
are set out on pages Iwo to five of this document.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the 1° Keynsham Scout Group 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 I" Keynsham Scout Group accounts carried out under
section 145 of the 201 l 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 COnf￿M that no material matters have come to 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 1° Keynsham Scout Group as required by
section 130 of the Act; or
2. the accounts do not accord with those records. or
3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and
content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other
than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view which is not a rnatter
considered as part of an independent examiJ]ation.
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 understsnding of the
accounts to be reached.
Mike Smith ACMA, CGMA
Associate Chartered Management Accountant
2 Avon Road, Keynsham, BS31 ILJ
14 June 2025
Page l of S

1st Koynsham Scouts
Receipts and payments
accounts
CC16a
For the
period
from
ri(-.f! P['('
(HARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENCIlAN'D ANID IVALES
11412024
311312025
Section A
Receipts and
payments
Unrestric Restricted Endowme
ted funds
funds
nt funds
tothe
to the
to the
nearest £
nearest £
nearest £
Total
funds
to the
nearest £
Last year
tothe
nearest £
A1 Receipts
Chelwood
12,632
3.620
30,995
11632
3,520
30,995
Donations
1,745
31,972
Events
Group expenses
Fund Raising
Garage Let
Gift Aid
Grants
Leth'ngs
maintenan￿ (Grounds)
subs(￿PtIons
Training
Explorers
Equipment Maintenan
(Activity)
Sects'on allowan
Loan from Distnct for bam Build
12,694
1700
5.688
4.200
9,108
12,694
1700
6,688
4,200
9,108
17,451
2,250
5,641
1.100
9,042
365
25,181
330
26.181
330
26,040
2.161
2.161
1,423
130
130
1,161
30,000
1,161
30.000
715
Sub total(Gross
income for AR)
140,r)00
140.600
106.322
A2 Asset and investment
sales, (see table).
Sub tota
Total receipts
140,600
140,500
106,322
Pagie ? of 5

A3 Payments
Badges l Books
Capitation
Computers
Chelwood
Events
Group Expenses
Insurance
Maintenance {Building5)
Maintenance (Grounds)
Equipmenl Maintenance
(Stores)
Equipment Maintenan
(Activity)
Equipmenl Maintenan
(Furniture)
Rales
Section Allowance
Training
Utilities
Loan repayment
Fund Raising
2,478
13.053
732
4,098
35.015
8,148
231
2,478
13.053
732
4,098
36,015
8,148
231
6,903
3.110
3.036
13,200
761
6,042
22,873
7,853
6.989
8,956
3,838
6,903
3,110
713
713
1,442
2,146
2,146
1,580
276
737
3,357
297
5,078
719
719
907
907
4,317
3.311
4389
4.317
3.311
4.389
4.288
90.449
Sub total
94.667
94,667
A4 Asset and
investment purchases,
(see table)
Equipment
Land and Buildings
6.327
129.023
135,350
6,327
129.023
135.350
5,731
Sub total
6,731
Total payments
230,017
230.017
96,180
Neto
receipts/(payments)
A5 Transfers between
funds
A6 Cash funds last year
end
Cash funds this yea
en
- 89,617
- 89,617
10,141
139,906
139.906
129.765
60,389
60,389
139,906
Page3 of 5

Sectioii 8 Stateineiit of Assets aiid Llabillties at the end of the period
Unrestrlct Restricted Endowm
ed funds
funds
ent funds
to nearest £
to near•st £ to nearest £
ry(eooi'jeq
l)et,iils
B1 Cash funds
Cuffent Accounl
14,355
Chelwood ALxx>unl
5,652
Reserve Account
30,482
rotal cash funds
60,389
(agree balan￿$ with receipts and
payments account{s))
Unrestrict Restricted Endowm
ed funds
funds
ent funds
to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £
Details
B2 Other monetary
assets
Fund to
which asset
belongs
Cost
(optional)
Current
value
(optional)
Details
B3 Investment assets
Fund to
which asset
belongs
Unrestricted
Cost
(optional)
Current
value
(optional)
12.903
Details
Equipment
B4 Assets retained for
the charity's own use
9,727
Che￿ood
Endowmenl
68.000
Ashton Way Land
Endowment
20.000
20,000
Ashton Buildings
Unrestricted
318,707
112.2S2
Chelwood New Bam
Unrestricted
129.023
129.023
Fund to
whlch
Ilabillty
relatss
Unrestricted
Amount due
(optional)
When du•
(optlonal)
Details
Loan fr(Kn District for Bam
Build
86 Liabilities
26,689
31
December
2033
Signed by one or two
trustees on behalf of all the
trustees
Signatur
Print Name
Date of
approval
IAA
Pagie 4 of 5

I ' Keynsham Scout Group
Registered Charity no 305626
Notcs to the Accoiints for the year ended 31 March 2025
Trllstee remiineration and benefits. None of the trustees have been paid any remuneration or
received aiiy otlier benefits froin employment with the charity.
Fees for examination or audit of the accounts. No fees were paid in respect of professional
services or to the independent examiner.
Land and Building Asset5
The che]￿rOod c￿llps1te, consisting of approximately 28.01 acres situated at Chelwood, near
Keynsham, was valued in September 2001 by Dreweatt Neate, Chartered Surveyors. The open
Market Value placed on the freehold, with vacant possession, is £68,000.
The Land and Buildings used as the Scout Headquarters in Keynsham, was valued in October 2001
by Countr)ryvide Commercial, Chartered Surveyors. The Land was valued at £1 0,000, and the
building at £70,000; but the valuers note that, with approval of planning consent for commercial
developmenL the property could be valued at £350,000 (on an Open Market Value basis). As the
building M'as constructed a number of years ago, the Trustees are of the opinion that the building
should be included in the accounts at its construction cost of £107,260 and the land at a value of
£20,000.
The title deeds to the properties at Chelwood and Mayfields are held in safe keeping by the Scout
Association Trust Corporation, free from any lien or charge.
Additions to Buildings
During 2010 12011 an extension to the Mayfields HQ was constructe(L The value of the extension
is shown in the accounts at its construction cost of £154246.19. The value for insurance pun)oses
is £155,000.
During 2013 12014 the ceiling in the main hall at Mayfields HQ was soundproofed to reduce sound
reverberation. During 2014 12015 the ceiling of the Explorer Room was similarly soundproofed.
The ceiling is expected to last the lifetime of the main structure of the building. The value of the
ceiling has been capitalised and is shown in the accounts at its construction cost of £9,103.80 (Main
Hall) and £7,068.62 (Explorer Room).
During 2017/18 the main hall floor was re-laid using funds raised via the "Under the feet of giants"
campaign at a cost of £20,269.38.
An activity barn was constructed at the Chelwood Campsite during financial year 20?41?5 at a cost
of £129,023. The project was in part funded by a loan of £30,000 from the Scout Association
repayable in installments by 31 st December ?033.
Page5of 5