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l Hartford Scouts Group
Registered Charity Number 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ending 31 March 2025

I" Hartford Scout Group
Registered Charity 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
Contents
l Hartford Scouts Group......................................................................................................................
Trustees, Report.....................................................................................................................................
Reference and Administration Information......................................................................................
Structure. Governance and Management.........................................................................................
Objectives and Activities....................................................................................................................
Achievements and Performance........................................................................................................
Financial Review.................................................................................................................................
Declaration .........................................................................................................................................
Receipts and Payments Accounts..........................................................................................................
Receipts and Payments Summary.....................................................................................................
Statement of Assets and Liabilities....................................................................................................
Receipts for the year..........................................................................................................................
Payments for the year........................................................................................................................
Independent Examinerfs Report............................................................................................................

I" Hartford Scout Group
Registered Charity 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
Trustees, Report
Reference and Administration Information
Registered charity address:
19 Armstrong Close, Hartford, CW8 IGN
I" Hartford Scout Hut, Bradburns Lane, Hartford
Operating premises:
Names of the Charity Trustees who manage the Charity:
Jon Flatman- Chairman
Danny Clarke- GSL
Rory Innes- Membership
Caroline Weeks- Treasurer
Kate Harford- Secretary
Structure, Governance and Management
The Group's governing documents arethose 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.
The Group is a Trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts. The Trustees are
appointed in accordance with The Policy. Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board. 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 registration, keeping proper
accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate.
The Group Trustee Board consists of the Chair, Treasurer and 3 Trustees and typically meets every 3
months. It 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 gives young people skills for life.
The Group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance
against material mismanagement or loss. These include dual authorisation for online bank payments
and comprehensive insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered.
Objectives and Activities
The Purpose of Scouting
Scouting exists to actively engage and sUPPOrt young people in their personal development,
empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

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Registered Charity 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
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 co-operate with others and make friends.
The Scout Method
Scouting takes 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
learn by doing
share in spiritual reflection
take responsibility and make choices
undertake new and challenging activities
make and live by their Promise.
The main activities include:
Outdoor Adventures (Camping, Hiking, Survival Skills)
Community Service Projects
Leadership Training and Patrol System
Merit Badge Programs and Skill Development
Physical Activities and Challenges (Sports, Obstacle Courses)
Ceremonie5 and Traditions Ilnvestiture. Awards)
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 consists of a Squirrels settion. two Beavers sections, two Cubs sections and a Scouts
section, and in early 2025 the Group welcomed an Explorers section, which was previously affiliated
with District.
During the year, membership continued to be strong, with the leaders and volunteers delivering a full
and engaging programme.
Our youngest section, Squirrels, particularly enjoyed their vistt to the local allotments and a fire
station, as well as doing a mini hike and lots of craft activities and games.
Our Beavers sections have been busy learning basic climbing techniques and sailing. They have also
been supporting the community by collecting supplies for a local cat shelter and had interactive
evenings with the local police and Merseyside fire and rescue.

I" Hartford Scout Group
Registered Charity 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
Our Cubs sections have particularly enjoyed their annual Christmas sleepover and Pantomime, as well
as a summer trip to Wildshore water park. They have also been busy completing numerous hikes,
playing board games, learning to map read and doing lots of badge work.
Our Scouts section have had 12 nights away opportunities leading to 563 nights away,. completed 2
expeditions and have been represented at every District and County event run for Scouts in the last
year. Six Scouts have also completed their Gold Award. which is a great achievement.
Our Explorers section has enjoyed lots of activities in the year including Via Ferrata, climbing, the
Cheshire Hike, cooking and laser quest. as well as sUPPOrting community projects such as helping to
maintain the paths at Marbury Park.
46 of our young people made the trip to Kandersteg International Scout Centre in July 2025. and so
they were incredibly busy fundraising through various events such as wreath making, raffles, Ceilidhs
etc. During the year they raised approximately £30,000 {including some matched funding).
All of our sections came together for a Group Camp in May 2024, which was a fantastic weekend full
of activities and camping experiences.
The Group has plans to extend and modernise its building. To help fund this, the Group has also been
busy fundraisin& with another successful Bedding Plant sale and matched funding.
Financial Review
Financial Review
The Group made a surplus of £47,78212024.' deficit of
£1321 which increased ourtotal funds to £138,062 {2024:
£90,280). The m05t significant element of this being an
increase in restricted funds of £44,216 as the Group
fundraised for Scouts to attend Kandersteg International
Camp injuly 2025.
Finantial Highlights 2024-25
Receipts in year:
Payments in year-
Total Funds 31 Mar 25..
£103,357
£55,575
£138,062
£83,682
£54,380
o Unrestricted:
Restricted-
The full accounts are presented on pages 6 to 8 below.
Subscriptions. fundraisin& grants and donations
The Group is dependent upon membership subscriptions to fund its core activities. and additional
sources of income to SUPPOrt the programme and for the maintenance, renovation, refurbishment
and replacement of buildings and equipment. Net membership subscriptions retained after capitation
totalled £9,084.
All parents and supporters are encouraged to subscribe to Gift Aid to maximise the tax relief on
subscriptions and donations we can obtain through HM Revenue & Customs. During the year. the
Group submitted a Gift Aid claim in respect of 2021-22 and 2022-23. with £1.975 being received after

l Hartford Scout Group
Registered Charlty 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
Receipts and Payments Accounts
Receipts and Payments Summary
202425
202425
2024-25
Total
202>24
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Fund5
Total
Fund5
Funds
Total receipts for the year {page 7)
Total payments for the year {page 8)
44,545
58,812
103,357
(40.979) (14,596) (55,575)
59.653
(59,7851
Net surplus/(deficit) for the year
3,566
44.216
47,782
(132)
Balance brought forward at l April
80.116
10.164
90,280
90,412
Balan￿ carried forward at 31 Vorth
83,682 54380 138,062
90,280
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
2024-25
2024-25
Unrestrfcted Restricted
2024-25
202>24
Total
Totsl
Monetsryassets
Group current account
Group interest account
11,3(
72.377
11,305
126,757
40.584
49.696
54.380
Total cash funds
83.682 54.380 138,062
90.280
Non-monetary assets
Land and buildings
Equipment and other assets
388,263
110,875
388,263
110,875
369,775
102,455
Total non-monetary assets
499,138
499.138
471230
Restricted Funds
Group restricted funds comprised of money raised in respect of international camps, primarily
Kandersteg, Switzertand in July 2025.
The above re￿Ipts and payments account and statement of assets and liabilities were approved Ey
the Trustee5 on 06 October 2025 and signed on their behalf by
Caroline Weeks
Group Treasurer

1st Hartford Scout Group
Registered Charity 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
year end. The Group has not yet submitted the daim for 2023-24 and 2024-25 although claims may
be backdated 50 there is no overall dEtriment to our financial position.
The Group did not Teceive any donations from unknown sources or have any unusual artivity. The
Group did not receive any non-UK income. The Trustees did not receive any payments other than
reimbursement of expenses.
Ass ￿ and liabilities
In addition to the monetaryassets shown in the balance sheet representing bank balances, the Group
has non-monetary assets representing land, buildings and equipment, as well as three trailers. These
non-monetary assets have been recorded in the statement of assets and liabilities at their insured
value as at the most recent insurance renewal in March 2025.
Reserves Poli
The Group'5 policy on reserves is to hold suffiaent resources to continue the charitable artivities of
the Group should income and fursdraising activitiesfall short. The Group Trustee Board considers that
the Group should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months running costs, approximately £10,000.
The Group held unrestricted reserves of £83,682 at year end. This is above the level required for
operating expenses, as the fijnds will be used to extend and modernise the building in the coming
years.
Declaration
The Trustees declare that they approved the Trustees, report above.
Si8ned on behalf of the charitys Trustees
Caroline Weeks
Group Treasurer
Date: C6 October 2025

I" Hartford Scout Group
Registered Charity 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
Receipts for the year
2024-25
2024-25
Unrestricted Restricted
2024-25
Total
2023-24
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
Funds
Membership subscriptions
Membership subscriptions
18.074
18.074
18.074
18,074
16.702
16.702
Donations, legacies and gift aid
Donations
581
3.000
3,581
2,698
5,000
7,698
Grant
581
3,581
Fundraising income
Bedding Plant Sale
Matched funding
Easter Raffle
Wreath making
Ceilidh
Cheshire Hike Stalls
Other fundraising
3,858
3,858
3.000
2,728
2,583
2,575
1.680
14.486
30,910
3,375
2,750
3.000
2.728
2.583
2,575
1.680
14.316
26,882
2,264
170
4,851
13,240
4,028
Activities and events
Section activity income
Group camp
15,21)8
3,925
19.133
28,930
44,138
3,925
48.063
21,909
28,930
21.909
Investment and property income
Other income
Interest received
140
2,589
2.729
140
2,589
2,729
104
104
Total receipts for the year
44.545
58,812
103,357
59.653

I" Hartford Scout Group
Registered Charity 520202
Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
Payments for the year
2024-25
2024-25
Unrestricted Restricted
2024-25
Total
2023-24
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
Funds
Membership Fees
Capitation paid to District
{8.990}
(8.990)
18,990}
(8,990)
118,8901
(18,8901
Youth programme and artivities
Core meetings and activity expenses
Group camp
112.5671
12,7551
115.322)
15.8551 118,4221
12,755)
15.855) (21,177)
117,9641
(17,9641
Badges, uniform and training
Badges and uniform
Kit bags
Training
12,196)
(688)
12.5601
12,884}
12.560}
1328}
(5,772)
12,5871
(328)
(2,524)
11501
(2,737)
13,248)
Buildings and equipment
Building project costs
Activity equipment
13,0961
19971
14.093}
11,469)
(1.469)
11,469}
(1.4691
Runnin8 Costs
Insurance
12.551)
11.925)
11,0021
13,4061
{1.352)
1601
110,296)
12.4391
14.990}
11,925}
11,002)
13,406)
11.352}
{251
1851
12,464) (12,760)
12,5531
14,4821
11,0601
13,4021
11,4301
11041
(13,0311
Venue maintenance
Cleaning
Utilities Iwater, gas and electricity)
Other (broadband, accountancy fees)
Bank fees
Fundraising expenses
Bedding Plant Sale
Easter Raffle
Wreath making
Ceilidh
{2,051)
12,051}
1178}
1223}
1829}
12,126)
(5,407
12,1891
(178)
(223)
(829)
11,7991
13.029)
17061
Other fundraising
(327)
(2.378)
11751
(3,070)
Total payments for the year
(40,979) 114.596) (55,575
(59,7851

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Annual Report and Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2025
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