Scouts
1st Kesgrave
ANNUAL REPORT
AND ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 March 2025

1st Kesgrave Scout Group
TRUSTEES REPORT
Annual Report 31 March 2025
REFERERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Registered Charity No.
Group Registration No.
Chan'ly contact name:
Charity contact address:
Charity main address:
Chan'ty website..
305662
L 246931
Mrs Celia Comber
7 Quantock Close, Rushmere St Andrew, Ipswich, IP5 1AS
The Scout Hall, Twelve Acre Approach, Kesgrave, Ipswich, IP5 1 JF
www.kesgravescouts.org.uk
Trustees who manage the charity (as per the old Executive Structure)
Date appointed Date r8slgned
1&Jul-2024
PRESIDENT
THE TRUSTEES
Chair
Group Lead Volunteer
Treasurer
Trustee
Tru51ee
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Truslee
Trustee
Mr Tony Smith
Mr Carl Gloess
Mr Jonalhan Ogden
Mrs Celia Comber
Mrs Karen Pringle
Mr Alan Comber
Mrs Sarah Linsell
Mrs Judith Francis
Mrs Melanie Clack
MT Garelh Cox
Mr Matlhew Cla(
17-Jun-2004
01-Sep-2023
01-Jul-1988
10-May-2000
01-Jan-1986
17-S8p-2018
01-Jun-1996
24-Ocl-2022
13-Jul-2024
13-Jul-2024
Cuslodlan Trustees
The Scout Association Trust Corporalion, Gllwell Park,
Bury Road. Chingford. London E4 7QW
Pmfesslonal Advisors
8anke
Sanlander, Bridle Rd. Bootle. Merseyside, L30 4GB
United Trust Bank Ltd. One Ropemaker St, London EC2Y 9AW
Cambridge and Counties Bank. Charnwood Court, New Walk. Leicestef LE18TE
Barclays Bank
Investments
M&G Charities, PO Box 9038, Chelmsford, CM99 2XF
Independent Examiner.
Christine Wade. Haslings Wade, 58-60 Stowupland Road.
Stowmarket, IP14 SAL

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STRUCTURE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing Document
The 1 st Kesgrave Scout Group is part of the Scout Association and belongs to the Deben Scout District. The
Group's governing documents are those of the Scout Association. They consist of a Royal Charter. which in turn
gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout
Association.
Constitution
The Group is a twst established under its rules. which are common to all Scouts.
Trustee selection
The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy. Organisation and Rules of the Scout Association,
Governance
The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board (formerly the Group Executive Committee) the members of
which are the 'Charity Trustees, of the Scout Group, which is an educational charity. As charity trustees they are
responsible for complying with legislation applicable to charities. This includes the ￿giStration, keeping proper
accounts and making returns to the Charty Commission as appropriate.
The Executive Committee consists of 12 trustees including the Group Lead Volunteer (GLV). and meets 3 times
a year,
Members of the Trustee Board need to complete training within the first few months of joining the committee,
This Group Trustee Board exists to support the Group Scout Leader in meeting the responsibilities of the
appointments and is responsible for:
The maintenance of Group property.
The raising of funds and the administration of Group finance.
The insurance of persons, property and equipment.
Group public occasions.
Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support.
Appolnting any sub committees that may be required.
Appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected.
Risk and Internal Contml
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:
Damage to the building, property, and equipment. The Group would request the use of buildings, property, and
equipment from neighbouring organisations such as the church, community centre and other Scout Groups. Th8
Group has sufficient buildings and contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent loss.
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters, and members. The Group through the capltation fees contributes to the
Scout Associations national accident insurance policy.
Reduced income from fund raising. The Group is reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising. The
Group does hold a reserve, which should ensure the continuity of activities. should there be a major reduction in
income. The Committee could raise the value of subscription5 to increase the income to the group on an
ongoing basis. either temporarily or permanently.
Reduction or loss of leaders. The group is totally reliant upon volunteers to run and administer the activities of
the group. If there were a reduction in the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particular section or
the group then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst-case
scenario, the complete closure of the Group.
Reduction or loss of members. The Group provides activities for all young people aged 6 to 14. If there were a
reduction in membership in a particular section or the group as whole then there would have to be a contraclion,
consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst-case scenario. the complete closure of the Group.
The group has in place systems of intemal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against
material mismanagement or loss; these include 2 signatories for all payments and comprehensive insurance
poliGies to ensure that insurable risks are covered.

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OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
The Purpose of Scoutlng
Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal developmenL
empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
rhe Values of Scouting
As Scouts we are guided by these values."
Integrity - We act with integrity; we are honest, trustrworthy 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.
Bellef - We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes.
Co-operatlon - We make a positive difference" we co-operate with others and make friends.
The Scout Method
Scouting takes place when young peop￿, 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
learn by doing
share in spiritual reflection
- take responsibility and make choices
undertake new and challenging activities
make and live by their Promise.
Volunteers
All the section leaders and helpers are volunteers and volunteers carry out all the fundraising. The only paid
employee of the charity is the cleaner who helps to look after the day-to-day running of the premises.
Publlc Beneflt
The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and
the advancement of citizenship or community development headings.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
The Group was formed in April 1927 and comprise5 Iwo Scout Troops, three Cub Packs and three Beaver
Colonies, In September 2024 a Squirrel Drey was opened and now extends our membership to include those
aged 4 and 5 years old. Membership has increased this year due to the re-opening of a Beaver Colony and the
new Squirrel Drey.
Chalmian's Address AGM 2025
Mr President, Honoured Guests, Leaders, Supporters. parents and young people - welcome to the Annual
Group Meeting for 2025 here at the Garden, our new annex to the group's HQ that we acquired in late 2023.
I hope that you have been enjoying this new space that has undergone many changes since we acquired this
plot of land in November 2023. It has been in limited but increasing use during the last year. It has taken a great
deal of effort to put this facility in place and with the recent addition of water. electricity and security monitoring,
we are now fully operationall The board is very grateful to all those who have worked on this project and
continue with its upkeep and as such I would like to now declare the Garden officially 'Open'! Thank youl
The Trustee Board continues to be busy with ensuring the right facilities are in place for the 'Scouting Team, by
fundraising in many guises and meeting the responsibilities and legal requirements for all our facilities and
equipment. I would like to thank them for their commitment to the group. The sad news that Jean Bridle had
passed away suddenly earlier this year was a shock to many. She was a stalwart member and supporter of the
group who was first a leader and then later on led fundraising activities especially at the monthly jumble sales
that have contributed greatly to the Garden purchase being made possible. We were glad to recognise many of
the present and past leaders and supporters with a 'Thank You, event last year that included Jean as well as
Carol Ball. another huge fundraiser who had left through ill health.
During the past year, the HQ Transformation Programme has been implernented and it hasn't gone quite as
smoothly as originally envisaged by HQ with many aspects of scouting management being affected- they have
apologised publicly- but whilst it will take time to get used to new things as they continue to evolve, it hasn't
stopped the programme of exciting activities that the leaders have put in place for the young people to enjoy. I
am very grateful to the Group Leadership Team for their resilience and dedication.
We continue to have 'waiting lists, of young people wanting to join in wrth Scouting, especially our new Squirrel
section for 4-6-year-olds and take part in the programme of activities to build up their own resilience and nurture
their own 'skills for life,.

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To meet that need, the group needs more adults to leam about the roles and requirements and become part of
the team to share the tasks involved in putting the programme into action across all the sections. If you would
like to know more, then please come and talk to the leaders about what's involved.
The￿ is no doubt that 'Volunteering' is a valuable activity to consider to not only help with running organisations
or clubslsocieties in numerous ways. but to also help ourselves sometimes too,. that's when we can fit it in with
any 'spare time, that we may have. l am very much aware that the pressures of today's lifestyles can limit this
but if you can put some time aside to help in some sort of capacity, whether in the 'scouting' team or behind the
scenes in a supporter role, it will be appreciated.
Our centenary year is in 2027 and it only through volunteers taking on the many tasks involved in managing the
group and its facilities and providing the Scouting Programme that this all happens. without them, it would all
literally crumble and to those volunteers and supporters currently in the group in their rnany guises, I say a really
HUGE 'THANK YOU. as it is YOU who continue to make this group achieve what it does for the young people
and community of Kesgrave.
Thank you ALL very much for your support!
Carl Gloess Chair
Group Scout Leader's Report
Kesgrave Scouts have had a successful year. highlighted by an 18°A increase in young members and a 13Yo
rise in adult participation, reflecting community spirit and the dedication of our leaders and volunteers.
After last year's AGM at our family camp. we launched our first Squirrel scout section for ages four to five, aimed
at instilling scouting values and skills early on. fostering a love for adventure and community engagement,
Despite initial concems from leaders about engaging such young participants, the experiences have shown that
these scouts are just as capable and enthusiastic as older groups. Their energy reminds us that scouting is
about exploration and growth at any 8ge. The Suc￿sS of this group has not only delighted participants but also
strengthened the Kesgrave Scout community.
All sections are benefiting from the group's new garden, providing opportunities for outdoor activitles and
enriching experiences. This space has encouraged spontaneous outdoor gatherings, deepening our community
bonds. Sleepovers at the hall have also enhanced our offerings, minimising indoor confinement.
This year, we welcomed many new leaders, mostly enthusiastic parents. Their involvement has been
instrumental in establishing the thriving Squirrel section and reopening the third Beaver section, thus expanding
our capacity and allowing more youth to enjoy scouting. We've also had to say goodbye to some long-standing
members, including Lesley, who dedicated over 50 years to scouting, leaving a cherished legacy.
At the recent remembrance parade. the unity among our members was heartwarming, with our youngest
proudly displaying the Squirrels, flag, symbolising our community's strength and our commitment to nurturing
future leaders.
Our main challenge remains the need for sufficient leaders to meet the growing demand for scouting in
Kesgrave. We are actively working on solutions through outreach and recruitment.
We are grateful to all the parents who volunteer their time, ensuring that our sessions and events run smoothly
and safely. Your support is essential to creating a positive experience for our scouts.
Looking ahead, we aim to strengthen our community presence and prepare for our 100th anniversary in 2027.
As we plan for this milestone, we invite everyone to share ideas to honour our history while innovating for the
future. This celebration will reflect our journey and encourage community contribution.
The remarkable achievements of the year stem frorn the unwavering support of our dedicated leaders and
volunteers. Their commitment and hard work are the backbone of our organization. I deeply appreciate those
who work tirelessly in planning events and ensuring compliance with Scouting HQ training requirements. Their
focus on safety and inclusivity. along with fundraising efforts. helps maintain affordable membership fees and a
high standard for our hall, creating a welcoming space for all..
Jonathan Ogden Group Lead Volunteer

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Squirrel Section Report
Celebrating Our First Year of Adventure
As we approach the end of our very first year of Squirrels. we're filled with pride. gratitude, and amazement at
how far we've come in such a short time.
How It All Began
It all started wilh a casual chat over dinner once-°I'll help out with Squirrels if you set it up"_ and just like that,
the spark was lit. With a few enthusiastic conversations a small group of us came together to bring the idea to
life. We took it to Jono, group lead volunteer{GLV), who gave us the green light, and after navigating the
paperwork, we officially welcomed our first young Squirrels in September 2024.
From the very beginning, our Squirrels impressed us with their energy. curiosity. and capability. We'd give them
a task. and before we could blink, they'd be asking, 'All done! what's nex￿.
And let's not forget they're the only section that can make a perfect circle!
Adventures & Achievements
Since September here is just some of what our squirrels have achieved:
Had their very first sleepover at the Scout Hall and slept better than we ever expected - we had to wake
them for breakfastl
Completed their Hike stage one badge
Earned their Emergency Aid Level One badge
Helped local neighbours with a super-hero litter pick, making bird feeders and singlng carols at their
home, spreading joy and community spirrt
Lead the remembrance parade and laid the wreath
Started their Gardening Badge, growing, carrots, tomatoes. pumpkins and lettuce in our Scout Garden.
Achieved the brand-new Earth Tribe Badge
Absolutely drenched Jono (GLV) in a recent water fighti
Represented us proudly with 9 Squirrels attending Deben District Camp - the first-time squirrels have
ever attended a district camp
Are preparing for their first camp in July--a joint adventure with the Beavers with 8 signed up to attend,
the first ever outside camp in tents for squirrels without their parentsl
Squirrels isn't just colouring in crafts, these squirrels have built camp fires, put up tents, bullt dens,
cooked on trangiers and firepits, whatever could be next!
Looking Ahead
We're incredibly proud of our pioneering Squirrels. They've shown resilience, teamwork, and a love for learning
that's made every session a joy. As we look to the future. we're excited to build on this strong foundation and
continue creating magical moments for our youngest Scouts.
Thank you to everyone who's been part of this journey from the leaders and volunteer5 to the parents and, of
course, our amazing Squirrels. Here's to many more years and paving the way to many more firsts.
Laura Driver (Nutkin) Cedar Drey '.!Jl
88aver Sectlon Report
We continue to introduce some great traditional scouting activities, as well as prioritising the 6 challenge
badges, and a few Beavers are near to achieving their Bronze award. We have completed some new badges
such as Earth Tribe, which was interesting and aSlowed for some youth led activities.
Throughout the year the Beavers have enjoyed many activities. such as cooking, fire lighting, building fires,
knots, pioneering, first aid, gardening, hikes, games. a VE party. where they made hats, flags, buntings, tried
Maypole dancing, and made some 1940's recipes. A visit to BT which was fun for the Beavers and adults alike,,
especially the robots. The Beavers have all seemed to enjoy the varied programme, and we look forward to
more this term.
We went to Claydon science centre. for a scieno and space themed sleepover, which most Beavers enjoyed.
We also held a sleepover in the hall, which was fun packed. with games, crafts, cooking, backwoods cooking,
learning new skills and making new friends.
Those Beavers who attended the district camp, enjoyed an outdoor camp. although many were very tired at the
end, as it was very busy with all the activities, the cave bus seemed to be a hit, for all, even for the Beaver on
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We are looking forward to our outdoor camp at Hallowtr* in July, where Beavers can leam some more skills
and fun.
We have been lucky to have some new leaders, who bring enthusiasm, energy and ideas. which strengthen the
Beaver section.
We are looking forward to another fun. action packed year of scouting, making good use of the garden. With
more learning new skills. sleepovers. working towards more badges, and making more friend5.
Thank you to all volunteers, parents, for your continued support, which is always needed to continue to deliver a
fun and challenging programme.
Mel Clack (Sunshine) Lark Beavers.
Cub Section Report
1st Kesgrave Cubs has had another successful year, and I'm pleased to report that we've awarded a good
number of Chief Scout's Silver Awards recently.
At the end of summer term 2024, after over 50 years of volunteering with Scouts, Lesley Creasey stepped back
from her Akela role of Bader pack and I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say thank you to her for all that
she's given over the years. Thank you also to those other leaders who have given their time over the past year,
and to all parents for supporting us along the way.
In September we welcomed several newlreturning leaders into the Cubs team. filling the gaps of those who
have stepped back. Leader numbers are healthy, but more support would still be beneficial and allow us to
expand capacity.
Since last April we have run many successful nights away activities including a Cubs camp, a sleepover and
taking part in District events such as Link Camp and a (very large) Who￿ District camp. This saw several young
people spend their first ever night away from home - an achievernent that we love to celebratel
As ever the weekly programme we've run this year has been hugely varied with highlights including soap
carving, learning about Diwali. Young Leader and even Cub led sessions. scarecrow making at Kiln Farm and
bowling trips at Christmas. Alongside this, we've still had time to fit in the more traditional Scouting activities,
and have made plenty of use of our new Garden space too.
We have also considered several other day trips, but in the present financial climate we've unfortunately felt that
the costs of these events would be prohibitive for many, making them unviable. Going foNard I hope that we
can come up with ways to make these events more cost effective. allowing us to offer an even broader range of
activities.
Planning for the next year has already started. and as ever we're looking forward to another yearjam packed
with Scouting.
Hayley Punchard- (Akela) Wolsey Cubs
Scout Sectlon Report
The Scout Troop have had another busy year starting with a District Survival Camp in April, where surviv81 was
the theme with a very rainy weekend, which meant that many of the shelters built to sleep in had to abandoned
due to the cold and wet conditions. The County Wet Weekend was also cancelled due to high winds making the
conditions on the river too hazardous.
However, conditions improved, and the scouts allended a very successful Family Camp at Vauxhall Farm and
then a weeks Summer Camp at Thriftwood Campsite at Brentwood. Highlights of this camp included a trip to
London to do the "monopoly challenge. a visit to the Kelvedon Nuclear Bunker, cycling in Epping Forest and a
visit to Gilwell Scout HQ, and finally a visit to the Lakeside AquapaTk and bowling and on the way home we
stopped at Southsea for a walk along the pier and an ice cream.
In September some scouts completed their outdoor challenge badge with a camp at Hsllowtree. and this was
followed at the end of the month by a District Link camp between the cubs and scouts. This year has started
with a District Phoenix camp which is the link be￿een scouts and explorers.
Weekly meetings are planned at the start of each term by the patrol leaders and the leaders and the patrol
leaders take it in turn to run the meeting and also to organise a patrol leaders challenge once each tem. We
have covered life skills such as fire safety and pioneering to build a raft along with lots of cooking. We had visits
to BT and the fire station and went to laser quest and go karting.
Over the year 294 badges were awarded including one chief scouts gold award.
Alan Comber- Thursday Scout Troop

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Th8 Scout Hall
The Hall has is now in its 21. year and continues to be widely used by tK)th our own section5 and other
community Groups and for private parties. The income from hirings helps us to cover a lot of the costs of
running the building. We are currently reviewing the hall to ensure that it meets all the necessary Health and
Safety requirements for a building that is open to the public and this has included upgrades to the fire alarm
system. The cladding on the outside of the building was also replaced during the year as it was wood and
needed regular wood stain treatment. It is now cement board and whi15t doing this work we also replaced all of
the upper windows in the building.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
This has been another sound financial year and a￿hOUgh overall we show a deficit for the year this can largely
be attributed to the replacement of the cladding and windows at the hall which cost £46.150.
Overall income is down slightly but taking into account the substantial donation of £20,000 that we received last
year then the main increase is due to the increase in 'event and activity. income This retlects the fact that we
ran a family camp last year and also it was a bigger Troop Summer camp along with extra activites for the cubs,
beavers 2nd the new squirrels.
Other increases in costs can be explained by a £3,000 increase in wages due to the employment of 2 new
caretakers with increased hours and the recent rises in minimum wage rates. There has also been an increase
in the costs associated with running all the extra scouting events and providing resources such as badges and
equipment. Also we have now started to write off the costs associated with the new garden such as the sheds,
fence etc as we are now using these resources and this will help us to recognise that they will need replacing in
the futtjre.
Reserves and Investments
It is the intention of the twstees to continue to keep a reserve for upkeep and repair of the hall and garden and
at least one year's expenses for the running of the Group. During the year the group has retained the
inveslments and used the deposit account to hold surplus cash to earn interest. This investment policy will be
reviewed in the Goming year when investments reach maturity.
Approved by
Group Leader Volunteer
Chairman
Treasurer
Date

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES SUMMARY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Total
rotal
INCOMING RESOURCES
2025
Income from..
Voluntary income
Charitable activities
Other trading activities
Investment income
2024
11,886
27,023
23.037
26.124
30,368
15,226
21,458
27,540
Total
£ 88,070
£ 94,592
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Raising funds
Investment management costs
Fundraising costs
Charitable activities
Other
76,525
5,636
38,753
17,345
26.306
5,011
25,819
11,916
Total
£ 138,259
£ 69,052
Net Income before Investment gainsl(losses
(50,1891
25,540
Gainsl(losses) on investments
11,160
3,696
Net movement in funds
(39,029)
29,236
Reconciliation of lunds
Fund balance brought foward
702,719
673,483
Fund balance carried forward
£ 663,690
£ 702,719
The annexed notes form an integral part of these accounts

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BALANCE SHEET
AT 31 MARCH 2025
Total
2025
Total
2024
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
Investments
468,775
115,004
471,842
160,393
583,779
632,235
CURRENT ASSETS
stock
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
10
11
12
420
18,467
84,700
458
13,716
72,405
Total current assets
Less,. Creditors
Amounts falling due within one year 13
103,587
86,579
(23,676)
(16,095)
Net Current assets
79,911
70,484
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES
£ 663,690
£ 702,719
FUNDS
General Fund
663,690
702,719
TOTAL FUNDS
£ 663,690
£ 702,719
Approved by
Group Lead Volunteer
Chairman
Treasurer
CEUA CLw£ÉIL.
Date
IE JiJwJC ￿2r
The annexed notes form an integral part of these accounts

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NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Basis of preparation
Basis of accounting
The ¢harMy constitutes a publtc benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The accounts have been
prepared in accordance with Aecounling and Reporting by Charities,. Statement of Recommended
Praetlee applicable to chariiies preparing their accoun15 in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic ol Ireland (FRS1021 issued in October
2019, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
IFRS102), the Charitiès Act 2011 and UK Generalty Accepted Accounllng Praclice.
The financial slalemenls have been prepared to give a 'tru8 and fair view, and have departed from
the Chèrllte$ (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only lo the exlenl requlred lo provide a
'tnJe and fairf vigw. The departure has invofved foll¢)wing the Accounllng and Reporting by
Charilies= Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charilles preparing their annual
aecounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Slandaid 8nd applicable In the UK and
RepubliG of Ireland IFRS102) issued in October 2019 rather than the Accounting and Reporting by
Charities: Slatemenl of Re¢ommended Practice effectNe from 1 April 2005 which has been
withdrawn.
The financial statements ap prepared on a going contem basis under the hi5101i¢al cost
convention. The financlal slatem8nt5 are presented in 51erling which is the funcllonal currency of
the Charity and found8d lo the neawst pound.
Change in 80$1$
TheR has been no change lo the accounllng pol¢cles or 6sllmale$ Ivalualion rule$ and methods of
aGcounllngl swice la51 year.
Accountlng policies
ReGognillon ol incon￿fig
Resources
These are induded in th8 Slalemenl ol Financial Act￿0t1•S {SoFAI when
- the chadty becom85 entilled lo Ihe resources..
- the trustee$ a￿ virtualty certain they will receiv8 the resources: and
- Ihe monetary value can be measured with $ufficlenl reliability.
Memberships subscription cdlected on behalf of other parts of the Scout Movement are reported
in the SOFA nel ol any amount paid out. Thls Is becaus8 these subs¢rlption5 are in effecl held as
agents before beSng paNY oul.
Membership subscrtptions
Offsetting
There has been no offsetting ol assets and liabili1183. or In¢om8 and expenses, unle8$ requlfed or
pemiStted by the FRS 102 SORP LY FRS 102.
Grants and donations
Gr8nls and donations are only In￿ded in the SOFA when the charity has uncondSllonal
enlillement lo Ihe resources
Tax reclalms on donations
8nd gifts
Inconlng resouices from lax re¢lalms are in the SOFA when they are re¢eived
Gifts in klnd
Gffts in klnd for sale or dislth)utiM are In¢lutJed in the a¢¢ounls a5 gffts only when sold or
distributed by Ihe charity. Gifts in kind for us8 by thg charity are not valued or included in the
accounts
Donated services and
Facilities
The value pla￿d on these Igsources Is not Included in the accounts
Volunleer help
Thg value of any volunlary help ￿CeIVed is not Induded In the accounts
Investment income
Thls Is Induded in Ihe a￿oUnt$ whgn recelved.
Inveslmenl gain5 and losses
This includes any gain or loss on the sale of Inveslmenl$ and any gain or1055 ro5ulling from
revaluing inveSth￿nIS to market value at the end of the year.
Liabllity recognition
Liabilities are recognised as soon as there is a legal or wnslruclive obligalion commlttlng the
charity lo pay out resources.
Governance and Support costs
Governance cosis ¢omprise all costs involving public ac£ovnlabllRy of the charity and its
compliance with regulalion and good practice. These costs have been induded in the charitable
activity costs.
Stocks and work in progre55
These are valued at th8 lower of cost or market value
Current asset investments
The charity has investments of cash and cash equivalents with a malurity dale of less than one
year held for inveslmnt puwoses rather Ihan to meel short lem cash ¢ommitments as they fall
due.
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NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Analysis of Incoming resources
2025
2024
Voluntary income
Membership subscriptions
Income tax recovered
Less.. Membership fees paid
16,926
2,936
(8,925)
15.265
3,010
(8,972)
10,937
949
Donations and Gifts
9,303
21,065
£11,886
£ 30,368
The Group also receives an 80 % reduction in rates as a charity and this year also received 500/0 relief period
Retail, Hospitality and Leisure discount scherne- the total of this relief was £3.594.24 (2024 - £3,789.74)
2025
2024
Charitable Activities
Group Family Camp
Troop income {camps etc)
Cub income
Beaver Income
Squirrels Income
Gas
Scarves and woggles
3,495
19,794
1,850
1,533
155
166
30
12,484
2,399
233
110
£ 27,023
£ 15,228
2025
2024
other Trading Aclivities
Jumble Sale
Christmas Craft Sale
Christmas Cards
BBQ
Firework Night
500 Club
Sundry Activities
8,841
6,851
3,082
1.614
1,685
780
184
7.571
6,281
2,833
2,010
1,784
742
237
£ 23,037
£ 21,458
2025
2024
Investment Income
Interest (gross) on bank accounts
Hall Rent
FIT Tariff Income
646
24.438
1,040
3,770
22,748
1,022
£ 26,124
£ 27,540
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1st Kesgrave Scout Group
Annual Report 31 March 2025
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Analysis of resources expended
2025
2024
Investment management costs - premises
Wages
Rates
Water rates
Electricity & Gas
Insurance
Cleaning
Waste disposal
Telephone and Til
Repairs and maintenance
Garden repairs and maintenance
Rupert Fison Centre Ltd Expenses
11,802
225
1,267
3,447
3,988
1,876
1,170
1,113
50.817
818
8,664
211
925
3.176
4,312
1,804
1,264
1,072
4,731
145
£ 76.525
£ 26,306
2025
2024
Fundraising costs
Jumble Sales
Christmas Craft Sale
Christma5 Cards
Firework Night
BBQ
500 Club
48
1,558
426
1,685
1,604
315
145
1,902
247
1,539
908
270
£ 5,636
£5,011
2025
2024
Charitable activities
Group Family Camp
Troop expenses (inc camps)
Cub expenses
Beaver expenses
Squirrel expenses
District camps
Camping equipment and repairs
Gas
Scarves and woggles
Uniform
Training
General Expenses
OSM & Quickbooks
Govemance costs
Photocopying, post and stationery
Supporterslemployers insurance
Independent examination
Card payment charges
Lottery registration
Donations
Miscellaneous
Website
6,608
20,797
2,687
2,546
432
16,127
547
2.916
763
533
448
108
460
45
952
597
572
267
567
1,128
42
308
679
644
555
210
511
20
763
555
210
464
20
245
123
57
59
£ 38,753
£ 25,819
13

1st Kesgrave Scout Group
Annual Report 31 March 2025
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Analysis of resources expended (cont)
2025
2024
Other reSoUr￿S expended
Depreciation
Loss on disposal of assets
16,804
541
11,916
£ 17.345
£11,916
Trustees and other relatedpartios
Trustee expenses reimbursed
2025
2024
Treasurer
Other trustees
13,159
514
13,563
138
£ 13,673
£13,701
All amounts paid were to reimburse expenditure on behalf of the Group to 2 trustees (2024., 2)
Trustee remuneration in the year ended 31 March 2025 was nil (2024 nil)
There were no related party transactions during the year.
Fees for examining the accounts
2025
2024
Independent examiners fees
210
210
£210
£210
Staff Costs
2025
2024
Gross wages
Employers National Insurance
Pension
11,011
8,226
791
438
£11,802
£ 8,664
Average number of full-time equivalent employees
Cleaning and caretaking
The Group has a pension scheme with NEST. No employee was paid more than £60,000
Fixed Assets
Garden
Building Improvements
Furnitu￿ &
Equipment
Land
Total
Cost
At 1 April 2024
Additions
Disposals
271,990
130
319,554
10,651
5,623
108,470
8,526
(4,969)
710.665
14,279
(4.969)
At 31 March 2025
£ 272.120
£ 319,554
£ 16,274
£ 112,027
£ 719.975
Depreciation
At 1 April 2024
Depreciation for year
On disposals
18,067
669
126.876
6,422
93,880
5,644
(4,4271
238,823
16,804
(4,427)
4.069
At 31 March 2025
£ 18.736
£ 133,298
£ 4.069
£ 95,097
£ 251,200
At 31 March 2025
£ 253,384
£ 186.256
£ 12,205
£ 16,930
£ 468,775
At 31 March 2024
£ 253,923
£ 192,678
£ 10,651
£ 14,590 £ 471,842

1st Kesgrave Scout Group
Annual Report 31 March 2025
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
8 Fixed Assets (cont)
Depreciation is calculated to write down the value of fixed assets over their expected useful lives. The rates
used are
Furniture and equipment
Lease premium
Building
Garden Improvements
over 125 years (SL)
over 50 years (SL)
over 25 years (SL)
In 1997 the Group acquired a lease for 125 years of a piece of land on which it has built a Scout Hall which
opened in 2004. The premium of the lease included the cost of providing the services to the site and the
communal infrastructure of square, car parks and paths that are shared by the other site users.
In September 2024 the Group had the opportunity to buy a piece of land near to the Scout Hall at the back
of one of the bungalows in Bell Lane which could be used as an outdoor space for scouting activities. As
the land was designated as a building plot the price was high, but as the Group had enough funds in the
bank to purchase the land at auction, the trustees took the decision that the land would be a good
investment opportunity and would make far better use of the money than just sitting in the bank.
The Group also has some camping equipment and furniture from the old hall that has historically been
written off as acquired. The assets have little or no open market value so the trustees have agreed that
they should be assumed to be fully depreciated for accounts purposes. Equipment for the new hall and new
camping and activity equipment costing more than £100 is capitalised at cost.
9 Investments
2025
2024
Cost at
1st April 2024
Gain on
revaluation
Transfer
Total
Total
M&G Charifund
United Trust
50,000
56.549
65.004
115,004
103,844
56,549
(56,549)
Market value at year end
£ 106,549
{56,549)
£ 65,004
£115,004
£ 160,393
Historical cost
£ 50,000
£ 106,549
Market value Gainl(Loss)
at year end
for year
Represented by:
M&G Charifund
115.004
11,160
£115.004
£11.160
10 Stock
2025
2024
At 1 April 2024
Added in the year
Expensed in ihe year
458
456
(494)
416
1,634
(1,592>
At 31 March 2025
£420
£458
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1st Kesgrave Scout Group
Annual Report 31 March 2025
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
11 Debtors
2025
2024
Membership fees- next year
Other debtors
Prepayments
11,505
4,290
2,672
9,486
1,494
2.736
£ 18,467
£ 13,716
12 Cash at bank and in hand
2025
2024
United Trust
Santander Current Account
Santander Current Account
Barclays Premium
Barclays Hall Hire
Barclays General Current
Barclays Fundraising
Cash
56.549
1.186
5.123
14,047
2,215
2,707
1,669
1,204
2,817
11,082
34,680
18,157
3,884
1.173
612
£ 84,700
£ 72,405
13 Current liabilities
Amounts falling due within one-year
2025
2024
Summer Camp
Archery Camp
Cycle camp
Cub camp
Activity equipment
Beaver Sleepover
District Camp
Hall- income in advance
Hall - gas, electricity, water and repairs
Cake stall money re SK run
General expenses
Examiners fee
Christmas post
Photocopier
Trustees, expenses
Rupert Fison Centre Ltd
Explorer account
Computer Club
Christmas dinner
5,798
1,020
3,540
1,326
345
200
120
30
626
395
4,377
72
23
420
100
10
1,071
1,798
913
687
42
106
7,736
1,367
2,141
210
232
1,791
3,233
42
£ 23,676
£16,095
14 Capital Commitments
In March 2020 the Trustee Board had approved quotes of £3,018 for the redecoration of the hall of which
£445 had been paid. £1.950 15 included in creditors for work done but not invoiced and £623 relates to work
still not carried out.

1st Kesgrave Scout Group
Annual Report 31 March 2025
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE
1ST KESGRAVE SCOUT GROUP
I report on the accounts of the 1s1 Kesgrave Scout Group ts the year ende(131 March 202fJ, which are sel out
an pages 2 10 16.
Respective respon5ibllities of trustees and examlner
As the charity trustees you are responsible for the preparation of Ihe accounts in accordance with the
requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {'The Acl.).
I report in respect of my examination of the Charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Acl and
in carrylng out my examination I have foll¢)wed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under section 145151(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's slatement
I have completed my examination. I confirm thal no material mallers have come to my attention in connection
with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
l. Accounting records were nol kept in respecl of the charity as required by section 130 of Ihe Acl.. or
The accounls do not accord with those records.. or
3. The accounts do not comply with the applicable requiremenls 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 'lrue and fairf which is nol a matter considered as part of an independent
examination.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matlers in connection wth the examination to which
attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of Ihe accounts lo be reached
Name
fhristine D Wade
Qliolificalion
Accountant
Address.
Haslings Wade
58-60 Stowupland Road
Slowinarkel
Suffolk
IP14 SAL
Dale.