Trustees' Annual Report For the period
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| Section A | Reference and administration details | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Charity name | First | Duffield Boy Scout Group | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Other names the charity is known by | First | Duffield | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Charity’s principal address | Scout Hut | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Eaton Court, Hall Farm Road | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Duffield, Derbyshire | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Postcode | D | E | 5 | 6 | 4 | F | T | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
(These will be published in the annual report of the charity and the Charity Register if reporting for a Registered Charity with a charity regulator)
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Dates acted if not for
Trustee Name Office (if any)
whole year
1 Richard Morton Chair
2 James Bell Treasurer from 01/05/2025
3 Ying Qian Treasurer to 01/05/2025
4 Nitesh Patel
5 Deborah Osman Group Lead Volunteer
6 Karen Furness to 01/05/2025
7 Sian Skerritt Secretary from 01/10/2025
8 Jessica Slack Secretary to 30/09/2025
9 Simon Adams from 01/01/2026
10 Katie Burrows from 01/01/2026
11 Neil Hartley
12 Elizabeth Remedios from 01/01/2026
13 Dave Butterworth to 31/11/2025
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Names and addresses of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice) (These will be published in the annual report of the charity)
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| Section B | Structure, governance and management | |||||||||
| Description of the charity’s trusts | ||||||||||
| Type | of governing document |
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| (e.g. trust deed, constitution) How the charity is constituted (e.g. trust, association, company) Trustee selection methods (e.g. appointed by, elected by) Additional governance issues (optional informa You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about: Policies and procedures adopted for: a) the induction and training of trustees; b) trust |
The Group's governing documents are those of the 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. |
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| The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts. |
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| The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. |
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| 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 Trustee Board meets every 2 months. Members of the Trustee Board complete Being a Scouts Trustee learning 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 gives young people skills for life. |
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| Section B | Structure, governance and management (continued) | ||
| Risk and Internal Control The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks to which |
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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 Parish Council, church, community centre and other Scout Groups. Similar reciprocal arrangements exist with these organisations. The 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 capitation fees contributes to the Scout Associations national accident insurance policy. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all activities. Reduced income from fund raising. The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising. The group does hold a reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major reduction in income. The Board could raise the value of subscriptions 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 was a reduction in the number of leaders to an unacceptable 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 closure of the Group. Reduction or loss of members. The Group provides activities for all young people aged 4 to 14. If there was a reduction in membership in a particular section or the group as whole 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.
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
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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. A range of indoor and outdoor activities as part of the community.
Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects A range of indoor and outdoor activities as part of the community. Additional details of the objectives and activities (optional information but encouraged as best practice)
You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about: • policy on grantmaking; • contribution made by volunteers; • policy on investments. Public 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 headings. Section D Achievements and performance Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year
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Another full year of activites and outdoor pursuits for every section.
| Another full year of activites and outdoor pursuits for every section. |
Another full year of activites and outdoor pursuits for every section. |
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| Section E | Financial Review | ||
| Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves Quantify and explain any designations Details of any funds materially in deficit (circumstances plus steps to eliminate) Further financial review details (optional inform Youmay chooseto include additional information, where relevant, about: • the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising); • how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity; • investment policy and objectives; |
Reserves Policy The Group's policy on 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 considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 24 months running costs, circa £40k. |
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| Investment Policy The Group's Income and Expenditure is very 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 funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies. The Group Trustee Board regularly monitors the levels of bank balances and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maximum value and income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may involve using an account that requires a period of notice before funds may be withdrawn, before doing so the Group Trustee Board considers the cash flow requirements. Investment Policy The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer term investments. The Group has therefore adopted a risk averse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies. |
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| Section F | Other Optional Information | ||
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Plans for future periods (details of any significant activities planned to achieve them)
Section G Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
| Signature(s) | By email 08/05/2026 | |||||||||||||||||
| Full name(s) | Richard Morton | |||||||||||||||||
| Position (eg | Secretary, Chair) | Chair | ||||||||||||||||
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1st Duffield Scout Group
Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2025
| Chair: | Richard Morton |
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| Group Lead Volunteer: | Deborah Osman |
| Trustees: | Neil Hartley |
| James Bell | |
| Simon Adams | |
| Nitesh Patel | |
| Elizabeth Remedious | |
| Katie Burrows | |
| Sian Skerritt | |
| Bank: | Lloyds |
| Group Registration Number: | 28308 |
| Charity Registration Number: | 520655 |
1st Duffield Scout Group
Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2025
Major activities and achievements in the year
The Group took ownership of the land on which the Scout hut was built, thanks to the generous gift by the executors of the late owners estate. This helps to secure the future of the hut for the long term.
The Jean Birkenshaw Trophy for Enthusiasm has been introduced for the Scout/Cub/Beaver who demonstrates the most enthusiasm to towards scouting. The award will be presented annually from January 2026.
The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Groups.
Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation & Rules of The Scout Association
The accounts have been drawn up on the receipts and payments basis which is consistent with the previous year.
Approved by the trustees (subject to the report of the Independent Examiner) and signed on their behalf by:
R Morton 08/05/26 by email
1st Duffield Scout Group
Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2025
Trustees report for the year ended 31st December 2025
Objectives and Activities
The Charity's Objectives
To promote the development of young people in achieving their physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential , as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of the local, national and international community.
The Charity's main activities
The charity provides an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law, guided by adult leadership.
Achievements and performance
The charity has provided weekly term time activities for two beaver colonies, two cub packs and three scout groups, as well as frequent weekend activities and camps. The young people have engaged in individual, group and community activities ranging from outdoor cooking, litter picking, archery and sailing.
1st Duffield Scout Group
Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2024
| Total receipts for the year (see page 4) Total payments for the year (see page 5) Net receipts (payments) for the year Cash, bank and similar funds brought forward Camp deposits Cash, bank and similar funds carried forward |
2025 £ - 42,710- - 44,163- |
2024 £ - 37,273- - 38,495- |
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| (1,452) - 67,497- - - - |
(1,222) - 68,718- - - - |
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| - 66,045- |
- 67,497- |
The above accounts and statement of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees (subject to the report of the Independent Examiner) and signed on their behalf by:
R Morton
1st Duffield Scout Group
Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2025
Income for the year ended 31st December 2025
| Membership Subscriptions (Gross) | 2025 £ 14,207 |
2024 £ 16,650 |
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| Less Capitation Fees Paid Net Membership Subscriptions Interest income Property and equipment rents Donations and grants Gift Aid Activities (Gross) Fund Raising (Gross) Plant sale Raffle Other Fundraising Other receipts (uniform/badges) TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR |
-7,287 | -7,078 |
| 6,920 696 4,349 21 |
9,572 758 6,275 35 |
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| 2,678 22,287 1,874 725 1,171 1,989 |
6,887 9,769 1,461 0 1,472 1,044 |
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| 42,710 | 37,273 |
1st Duffield Scout Group
Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2025
Expenses for the year ended 31st December 2025
| 2025 | 2024 | |
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| Premises Rates and Water rates Electricity Insurance Repairs and Renewals Cleaning Camps and other activities Fund Raising Plant Sale Raffle Other Fundraising Admin/IT expenses Legal expenses for land purchase Purchase of Capital equipment Other costs (uniform/badges) TOTAL COSTS FOR THE YEAR |
£ 850 1,108 1,504 2,435 3,502 23,269 |
£ 1,249 4,430 1,441 6,048 2,548 19,298 |
| 1,270 40 869 595 2,410 5,117 1,194 44,163 |
1,169 0 590 269 0 614 839 |
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| 38,495 |
1st Duffield Scout Group
Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2025
Statement of assets and liabilities year ended 31st December 2025
| 2025 £ |
2024 £ |
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| Current assets Bank Current accounts Bank deposit accounts Fixed assets (insurance values - as at Feb '26) Property Contents TOTAL ASSETS |
19,652 46,392 |
36,747 30,749 |
| 66,044 66,044 |
67,497 | |
| 67,497 | ||
| 356,821 86,264 509,129 |
291,749 98,326 |
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| 457,572 |
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent ExaMineS Report Report to the trustees First Duffield Scout Group On accounts for the year ended 3111212025 Charity no {if any) 520655 Set out on pages IfemÈmber to inr.Iiide the page Tr"mb._ I report to the trustees on my examination ofthe accounts of the above charity ("the Trust") for the year ended Responsibilities and basis As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation ofthe of report accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act"). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 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 I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have statement come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that disclosed below ") which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were not kept in accordan with section 130 of the Charities Act., or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records,. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements conceming 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 Irue and fair, view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concems 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 understanding ofthe accounts to be reached. Signed: Ll->L Date: 23.* 1 Name: Relevant professional qualification{s) or body lif any): Fcpt CIcACkv) Address: IER Oct 2018
Sectlon Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts". directions and guidance for examiners). Give here brief details of any items that the examinerwishes to disclose. IER Oct 2018