Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 1 March 2024 To 29 February 2025
Charity name: 1[st] Weaverham Sea Scout Group
Charity registration number: 520269
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | 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. 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. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
Each section within 1st Weaverham Sea Scout Group (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers) follow elements of the programme laid down by the Scout Association. This includes activities carried out within the Scout Hall, camps and various water activities such as canoeing and sailing. |
| Statement confirming | Para 1.18 | The trustees confirm that they have had |
whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit
regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | We have continued to build on the success of the group.. Scouting activities in terms of section meetings continued, combining a mixture of games and activities towards scouting awards as described on the scouting website scouts.org.uk. For the younger section these included craft work, communication skills, internet safety, team work and road safety. Outdoor boating activities also continued and members were able to sail and kayak throughout the summer months. During the year we purchased a number of paddle boards and these have been used to augment the usual water-based activities. Group fund-raising activities carried on, including two Quiz Nights held in the Hall and another successful Burns Night supper, which was held in the local Community Centre . In addition we staged |
two more events sponsored by Cheshire Rural Touring Arts, which is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and presents a diverse mix of professional theatre, music, dance, and family shows to bring novel social experiences to Weaverham. In addition, many of our young people have embarked on additional fund-raising activities to finance the proposed 2025 summer camp to Norway. This will be the first Group camp that the group has held outside the UK for many years The group also funded the installation of sound-absorbing panels to reduce levels of noise when the Hall is in use. This is of particular benefit during the Beaver and Cub section metings, and also to the external group who use the Hall (for instance, a local choir). All this is representative of a thriving asset to the local community.
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Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 |
See above |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | See above |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | Total funds at the end of the year were £27,479.84. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Just under £13,500 of these funds have been raised in aid of the 2025 Norway camp, and the remaining reserves are held in order to finance the ongoing activities of the Group. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £27,479.84 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | n/a |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | None |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | none |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | 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. |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts. |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | |
| Other |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | 1stWeaverham Sea Scout Group |
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| Other name the charity uses | |
| Registered charity number | 520269 |
| Charity’s principal address | Scout Hall Church Street Weaverham CW8 3NJ |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Mr Robert Lloyd | GroupLead Volunteer | |||
| Mr Geoff Hornby | Chairman | From June 2023 | ||
| Mr Brian Williams | Treasurer | |||
| Mrs Victoria Rushton | Secretary | From June 2023 | ||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets None held in this capacity Name and objects of the None charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for None safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
None
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
| Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date |
Robert Lloyd | Brian Williams |
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| Robert Lloyd | Brian Williams | |
| Group Lead Volunteer | Treasurer | |
| 13/08/2025 13/08/2025 |
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| 13/08/2025 |
1st WEAVERHAM SEA SCOUT GROUP SCOUT HALL CHURCH STREET. WÉAVÉAHAM NORTHWICH. CHESHIRE CHARITY REG No 520269 Scouts ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2025 BALANCE SHEET 2025 2024 CURRENT ASSETS Bank current account NSB Cash in hand TOTAL ASSETS 24,008.68 3,420.75 50.41 27,479.84 10,003.52 6,369.54 61.16 16,434.22 REPRESENTED BY: OPENING BALANCES Bank current account National Savings Bank Cash in hand TOTAL OPENING BALANCES 10,003.52 6,369.54 61.16 16,434.22 6,009.88 6,320.64 78.53 12,409.05 SURPLUSIDEFICIT FOR THE YEAR (CARRIED FROM REVENUE ACCOUNT) 11,045.62 4,025.17 TOTAL FUNDS 27,479.84 16,434.22
1st WEAVERHAM SEA SCOUT GROUP SCOUT HALL CHURCH sfREET. WEAVERHAM NORTHWICH. CHESHIRE CHARITY REG No 520269 Scouts INCOME 2025 2024 rants etc: CWAC grants WPC Grant Other grants and donations 500.00 500.00 5.00 500.00 505.00 Fund raisin Bums Night Quizzes CRTA events AmazonlEasyfundraising Norway camp 3,278.90 2,178.20 555.00 48.18 19,312.99 3,384.00 1,597.00 1,014.00 65.62 25,373.27 8,524.28 791.11 51.21 4,676.57 27.50 6,078.48 46.022.42 6,060.62 5,669.44 320.45 48.90 5,951.84 1,493.87 5,867.30 25,917.42 Membership Gift Aid Interest on savingslcurrent alc Camps and other section outings Miscellaneous Halllmarqueelcrockery hire TOTAL INCOME EXP Scout Hall running costs.. Gas & electricity Insurance Maintenance Telephone and broadband Water 3,249.24 1,812.87 5,399.19 425.07 283.00 3,563.15 1,667.10 2,801.05 411.74 263.65 11,169.37 8,706.69 Fund raising: Bums Night Quizzes etc Transfer to NOaY funds CRTA events 1,089.20 717.49 647.85 734.05 1,223.79 704.27 579.89 3,188.59 2,507.95 Scout equipment & expenditure Camps and other section outings Miscellaneous Training and sailing fees Nor¥vay camp 7,192.39 2,312.14 1,074.40 5,875.00 4,125.96 2,460.69 1,015.39 16,453.93 3.850.00 7,602.04 3.000.00 Scouts membership Building costs Miscellaneous TOTAL EXPENDITURE 314.91 34,976.80 75.57 21,892.25 SURPLUSIIDEFICIT) FOR THE YEAR 11.045.62 4,025.17
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND ANO WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trustsesl members of 1" Weaverham Sea Scout Group On accounts for the year ended 28 February 2025 Charlty no (If any) 520269 Set out on pages l port to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ('Ihe Trust") for the year ended Responsibllltles and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('Ihe Act.). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention (other than that disdosed below ') in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect: accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records Independent examiner's statement I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. ' Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply. Slgned: Dats: 10. É 202r Name: Mrs l Hulme Relevant profosslonal quallfication(sl or body Ilf any): Address: 28 Brownsville Road Heaton Moor Stockport SK4 4PE IER October 2018
Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidance for examiners). Nsb l L Glve here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose. IER October 2018