Trustees' Annual Report For the period
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Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name
1st Thornton Cleveleys Scout Group
Other names the charity is known by
Registered charity number (if any)
HQ registration number
Charity’s principal address
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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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Trustee Name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
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| Mr K Smart | Chair | ||
| Mr M Wright | Group Lead Volunteer | ||
| Mrs C M Minshull | Treasurer | ||
| Mr M Wyatt | Parent | 22/09/24–31/03/2025 | |
| Mrs K Hill | Group Assistant Lead Volunteer | ||
| Mr A Smart | Lead Volunteer (Cubs) | ||
| Mr A Campbell | Lead Volunteer (Scouts) | ||
| Miss L Rigby | Volunteer (Scouts) | ||
| Mrs E Pelham | Lead volunteer (Squirrels) |
Names and addresses of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice) (These will be published in the annual report of the charity)
Type of advisor Name Address
| Section B | Structure, governance and management | |
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| Description of the charity’s | ||
| trusts | ||
| Type of governing | ||
| document | ||
| The Group's governing documents are these of The Scout | ||
| Association. They consist of the Royal Charter, which in turn gives | ||
| authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The Policy, | ||
| Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. | ||
| (e.g. trust deed, | ||
| constitution) | ||
| How the charity is | ||
| constituted | The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to | |
| (e.g. trust, association, | all Scouts. | |
| company) | ||
| Trustee selection | ||
| methods | The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, | |
| (e.g. appointed by, | Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. | |
| elected by) | ||
| Additional governance issues (optional information but encouraged as best practice) | ||
| You may choose to include | The Group is managed by the Trustee Board, the members of which | |
| additional information, where | are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout Group which is an educational | |
| relevant, about: | 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 Committee consists of 2 independent representatives, Chair, | ||
| Policies and procedures adopted for: | Treasurer together with the Group Lead Volunteer, individual section volunteers (if opted to take on the responsibility) and parent’s |
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| a) the induction and training of | representation and meets every 2 months. | |
| trustees; b) trustee' consideration of | ||
| major risks and the systems and | Members of the Trustee Board complete training within the first 5 | |
| procedures to manage them | months of joining the committee. |
This Trustee Board exists to support the Group Lead volunteer 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 volunteer leaders and other adult support; Appointing any sub committees that may be required; Appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected.
| Section B | Structure, governance and management (continued) |
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| Risk and Internal Control The 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. 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 Committee 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 18. 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 .
Risk and Internal Control
The group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss, these include 2 signatories for all payments and a comprehensive insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered.
| Section C | Objectives and activities |
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| 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 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 |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects Public benefit statement |
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 |
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| ~~- make and live by their Promise.~~ | ||
| 1st Thornton Cleveleys Scout Group offers Scouting to young people between the ages of 4 and 18. The programme of activities allows the young people to achieve badges and in doing so learn the purpose of and demonstrate the Scout Method. All volunteers in the group also ensure that the Scout Method is followed in all aspects of managing and facilitating the group. During all activities and meetings all the members of 1st Thornton Cleveleys Scout Group uphold the values of Scouting. |
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| 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. |
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| Achievements and performance | ||
| Section D | ||
| Summ ary of the main achiev ements of the charity during the year |
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| The Group continues to run 1 Squirrel Section, 2 Beaver Sections, 2 Cub Sections and 1 Scout Section. We are still holding a waiting list in some sections. Maintenance has continued around the building with the installation of a new boiler and radiator from grants received. New emergency lighting has been installed Grants have been received for the work to be carried out on the upgrade of the main hall roof. This will now been fully insulated and completely recovered in fibreglass material in late spring. |
Fundraising activities including Smarties Woggle sales, Raffle, eBay sales, uniform sales and Wyre lottery which was put towards camp subsidies.
Successful grants from The Walney Community Fund, Bernard Sunlay, Lesley Sell and the Co-op have been received for the payment of the roof and camping equipment.
Sections have been on various trips throughout the year with a group camp at Waddecar campsite.
Section E
Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves
Financial Review
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 Trustees consider that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months running costs, circa £12K.
The group held reserves of approx. £39772.00 against this at year end. This is above the level required for operating expenses.
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Investment Policy
The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer term investments. The Group has therefore adopted a risk adverse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies.
The bank account is with Co-operative Bank and the £12k reserves and additional funds are held in a separate savings account.
Section F Other Optional Information Plans for future periods (details of We are running a varied programme and are planning more trips and any significant activities planned to camps. 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) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair) Date |
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| Matthew Wright Kevan Smart Group Lead Volunteer Chair 0 8 07 2025 |
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| Group Lead Volunteer |
Chair | |||||
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1st Thornton Cleveleys Scout Group (Charity no. 521682) Receipts and Payments Account
| Year start date Year end date |
Year start date Year end date |
Year start date Year end date |
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| For the year from |
2024 | To | 2025 | |
| Receipts and payments | ||||
| Receipts | 2025 Unrestricted funds £ |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ |
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| Donations, legacies and similar income | ||||
| Membershipsubscriptions | 14541.45 | 14457.20 | ||
| Less: Membershipsubscriptionspaid on(National/County/District) | 5819.50 | 0.00 | ||
| Camps & Activities | 8444.50 | 8219.74 | ||
| Donations | 0.00 | 225.00 | ||
| Gift Aid | 3211.59 | 2543.30 | ||
| Uniform Income | 602.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Sub total | 20980.04 | 25445.24 | ||
| Grants | ||||
| Co-opWinner Shares It All Grant | 5000.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Co-opCommunityGrant(Coach) | 500.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Leslie Sell(Roof) | 1000.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Bernard Sunley (Roof) | 5000.00 | 0.00 | ||
| WalneyCommunityTrust(Roof) | 16284.00 | 1050.00 | ||
| Grants 2024 | 0.00 | 2500.00 | ||
| Restricted Funding Grants 2024 | 0.00 | 2900.00 | ||
Sub total |
27784.00 | 6450.00 | ||
| Fundraising events(gross) | ||||
| AGM | 120.00 | 117.70 | ||
| Wyre Lottery | 280.00 | 245.00 | ||
| Income From Uniform Sales | 210.00 | 83.25 | ||
| Tombola | 192.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Ebay | 105.85 | 349.31 | ||
| Woggles | 14.00 | 120.00 | ||
| Tuck Shop | 16.29 | 0.00 | ||
| Football Cards | 940.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Misc | 10.00 | 34.00 | ||
| Raffle/Smarties Challenge | 0.00 | 1224.50 | ||
| Sub total | 1888.14 | 2173.76 | ||
| Scout hut income | ||||
| Hire of building | 5990.00 | 4636.00 | ||
| Sub total | 5990.00 | 4636.00 | ||
| Investment income | ||||
| Bank interest | 486.88 | 293.15 | ||
| Sub total | 486.88 | 293.15 | ||
| Total Gross Income Asset and investment sales, etc. Total receipts |
57129.06 0.00 57129.06 |
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| 38998.15 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 57129.06 | 38998.15 |
1st Thornton Cleveleys Scout Group (Charity no. 521682) Receipts and Payments Account
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Year start date Year end date |
Year start date Year end date |
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| For the year from |
2024 | To | 2025 | |
| Receipts and payments | ||||
| Payments | 2025 Unrestricted funds £ 15421.70 350.00 304.20 2273.63 2643.60 96.54 252.99 31817.11 1722.13 449.20 247.62 139.98 913.38 447.97 187.58 368.14 0.00 57635.77 108.05 0.00 108.05 57743.82 0.00 57743.82 -614.76 40386.71 39771.95 |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ |
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| Charitable Payments | ||||
| Youthprogramme and activities | 15421.70 | 10892.89 | ||
| Adult support and training | 350.00 | 277.15 | ||
| Water and Sewerage | 304.20 | 333.73 | ||
| Electricityand Gas | 2273.63 | 2193.58 | ||
| Insurance | 2643.60 | 2071.89 | ||
| Council Rates | 96.54 | 91.01 | ||
| Fees | 252.99 | 0.00 | ||
| Repairs and Renewals | 31817.11 | 1359.06 | ||
| Cleaning& Waste | 1722.13 | 1304.24 | ||
| Equipment | 449.20 | 2672.53 | ||
| Printing,Postage &photocopying | 247.62 | 193.02 | ||
| Uniforms | 139.98 | 2416.30 | ||
| Badges & Neckers | 913.38 | 830.24 | ||
| Garden | 447.97 | 273.98 | ||
| Misc | 187.58 | 123.59 | ||
| Internet | 368.14 | 498.22 | ||
| Signs & Notice Boards | 0.00 | 130.14 | ||
| Sub total | 57635.77 | 25661.57 | ||
| Fundraising expenses | ||||
| AGM | 108.05 | 457.30 | ||
| Other fundraisingcosts | 0.00 | 85.00 | ||
| Sub total | 108.05 | 542.30 | ||
| Total Gross Expenditure Asset and investment purchases, etc. Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
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| 26203.87 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 26203.87 | ||||
| -614.76 | 12794.28 | |||
| 40386.71 | 27592.43 | |||
| 39771.95 | 40386.71 |
1st Thornton Cleveleys Scout Group (Charity no. 521682) Receipts and Payments Account
| Receipts and 1st Thornton Cleveleys |
Payments Account Scout Group(Charity no. 521682) |
Payments Account Scout Group(Charity no. 521682) |
Payments Account Scout Group(Charity no. 521682) |
Payments Account Scout Group(Charity no. 521682) |
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| For the year from |
2024 | To | 2025 | |
| Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year | ||||
| 31st March 2025 Unrestricted funds £ Cash funds Bank current account 8771.95 Bank deposit account 31000.00 Buildingsocietyaccount 0.00 Cash/Floats 0.00 39771.95 Non monetary assets for charity's own use Badge stock 150.00 Shopstock 1000.00 Other stock 0.00 Land and buildings 658953.00 Scoutingequipment,furniture etc 30000.00 Other 0.00 Sub total 690103.00 Liabilities Accounts notyetpaid(Capitation) 0.00 Expenses incurred but not invoiced 0.00 Subscriptions notyetpaid 0.00 Other liabilities 0.00 Sub total 0.00 Total net assets 729874.95 Total cash funds |
31st March 2024 £ Unrestricted funds |
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| 10386.71 | ||||
| 30000.00 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 40386.71 | ||||
| 200.00 | ||||
| 1500.00 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 658953.00 | ||||
| 30000.00 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 690653.00 | ||||
| 5819.50 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 36.00 | ||||
| 0.00 | ||||
| 5855.50 | ||||
| Total net assets | 729874.95 | 736895.21 |
NOTES
There are restricted funds in the savings account of £12000 which are held for 12 months running costs.
The above receipts and payments account and statement of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees on 08/07/2025 and signed on their behalf by
| Signature | Print Name |
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| Kevan Smart CHAIR | |
| Michelle Minshull TREASURER |
Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees/ Charity Name members of 1[st] Thornton Cleveleys Scout Group
On accounts for the year 31[st] March 2025 Charity no 521682 ended (if any) Set out on pages 1-12 (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/03/2025
- Responsibilities 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 (“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 the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come to my attention (other than that disclosed below *) in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
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the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
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 a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
- Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply.
Signed: R Dawson Date: 17/07/25 ~~Po |~~ Name: Mr Russell Dawson ~~Cs~~ Relevant professional ACIB qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: 14 Vernon Road Lytham St Annes Lancs FY8 2RQ
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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).
Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
October 2018
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