13¥1y&B cubs SCOUTS SEhVEt Our latest session was bouldering at the depot,. chiLdren overcame their fears about doing a new activity and had a briLLiant time. February 2025 - Sleepover at the HUL. We also had a sLeepover at the scout huL On the Saturday we got the train to Halifax and spentthe day at Eureka. The next day we walked to top jump and had a great time on the bouncy obstaclesl Leslie Rochester Beaver Lead Volunteer {with lots of help from Claudia Richards) Leaders, Reports: Cubs This year has been nothing short of extraordinary, packed with adventure, learning and unforgettabLe experiences. Cubs and Leaders aLike embraced new challenges, weLcomed fresh faces and created Lasting memories. We were deLighted to weLcome severaL new Cus into the pack, with 11 dedicated members earning the Chief Scout SiLver Awards - a fantastic achievementl From creative chaLLenges to outdoor adventures, this year has truly showcased the spirit of Scouting. Under Christie's expert guidance, the Cubs transformed recyclabLes - boxes. newspapers and anything they could find - into jaw-dropping outfits, cuLminating in a fashion show to remember. We also revisited essential Scouting skilLs, honing our knot-tying. sheLter-buiLding and fire-Lighting expertise. Beyond the basics, we expLored a range of exciting activities. We got our hands dirty with gardening, raced through Meersbrook Park in our own mini-OLympics, and had insightful sessions on mentaL health and first aid. A fascinating walk through SheffieLd with Adrian brought the city s history. Local celebrities, and the stars outside Town HaLL to Life. Creativity and innovation were at the heart of many of our endeavours-buiLding and racing chariots, experimenting with Raspberry Pi, and even having a go at pickLing. Our Cubs also contributed to Oak Street's gorgeous mosaic project. Leaders, Reports: Cubs ALongside the weekly meeting, we attended several camps starting with district camp in May, where Cubs took on thriLLing activities like zip-Lining and whittLing. We finaLLy made our Long-awaited trip to CaLderdrift, which incLuded a visit to the Miners, Museum and a much-enjoyed sLip-and-sLide session. Some Cubs also embarked on the Sixerlseconder camp, earning fixed badges in skiLLs such as science, DIY, backwoods cooking, and astronomy. Winter brought its own excitement with our annuaL sleepover, featuring the highly anticipated Bug BaLI, where we danced the night away before heading to Magna for a day of rockets. volcanoes, and hands-on science experiments None of this would be possible without the unwavering support of our incredibLe Leaders, parents. and volunteers. Whether running meetings, organizing special events. or stepping in atthe Last minute to save the day. their dedication ensures our Cubs experience a diverse and engaging programme. We also extend our thanks to those working tireLessLy behind the scenes-wrapping, chopping. coordinating. and handling the vital tasks that keep everything running smoothly. Together. we've built a year fiLled with adventure. Learning, and camaraderie. Thank you all for making it so speciaLI Yvette Lavelle Cub Team Leader Leaders, Reports: Scouts The Scout section has continued to grow, with up to 40 scouts being on our books now. We've tried to maintain a Lively programme, balancing deveLoping skilLs. creative crafts. fun and plenty of outdoor action: hiking, camping and playing in the woods. The artivities needing greater supervision have relied on parent voLunteers coming along for the evenings, as weLL as on camps- and we are gratefuL for all the support that everyone has put in to make scouts at Oak Street what it is. On some nights we've needed to spLit the troop, such as a set of 3 evenings in the Autumn when each week, one group went bouLdering at the CLimbing Works, one group went model building atthe Warhammer Store in town, and one group practiced cooking a delicious meal. which was then given a score {as was the cleaning up} in our own mini-masterchef tournament. Leaders, Reports: Scouts More recentLy we spLit the troop to enable them to go kayaking. Our usuaL spot at WhirLow Pond wasn't possible this year. so we empLoyed the skiLls of PleaseLy Canoe CLub, who put on a great session of paddLeboarding, kayaking and canoeing. Seeing how many scouts can fit in an open canoe was briLLiant (more than you think- with Alex baLanced cross-Legged on one endl and you probably can guess how this ended. ALSO fun was seeing the scouts Launched off a point near a canal lock- giving the kayaks some airtime before they hit the water. Skill buiLding, we've had a set of sessions of kickboxing, Led by Mr Joel from Pride Gym. The scouts started out practising kicks and pucnhes in the air, then to my surprise, were paired up to practise on each other. Mr Joel taLked about controL and respect and the scouts did us proud in demonstrating all of this. Other skiLL nights this year have included a guest speaker teaching us some British Sign Language, and of course what's scouts without a night at some point doing some knots? That was back in September when we borrowed some chariot making kit from the Explorer unit and the scouts square-lashed together their chariots prior to racing each other around the grounds of the scout huL Some of the chariots heLd together perfectly. Linking up with ExpLorers. we visited the unit in October for a night of archery and rifLe shooting. They have Lots of great kit up there. and it'll be something our oLder scouts WILL be abLe to benefit from as thy move up next September. Leaders, Reports: Scouts We've often got the scouts working in patroLs or smaLL groups- such as on our Task Master chaLLenge night. practising putting up the canvas patrol tents or a games night at the hut. il We've been out and about, waLkinglhiking a few times over the year. The Burbage Night Hike in January was given a wiLder feel as the cloud and fog roLLed in to come close to a white-out. It was dark and our torches wouLd Light up a few metres of the Peak District around us before everything was swirling fog. It was great! Another nice walk was a planned sunset walk in April around Surprise View, MiLLstone Edge and OwLer Tor. The sunset never happened. but again. it's nice to be out We scrambLed up and down the path beneath MiLLstone, and got a Lovely group photo on a wide Ledge with other photos Looking Like future band aLbum cover shots. ROCK.MUSIC. My favourite and most edifying walk was Alex's Local Knowledge Hike. Starting and finishing at the hut. the scouts were given a number of Locations to find and questions to answer. The scouts were tasked with finding the founder of modern footbaLL. a historic sweet factory, a horse-drawn tram shed, a historic poop-powered street Lamp and the remaining cornerstone of the burnt-down church that used to house a scout group on a road caLLed Oak Street: and aLL of these within a short walk of the hut. Leaders, Reports: Scouts We've had a heaLthy sprinkLing of creativity throughout the year, from the scouts putting on some hilarious shadow-puppet theatre back in December. to a craft night that spanned 2 sessions offering needLe-felting (sheep and eyebalLs, mostLyl, wood carving (spoons and gnomes, obvs), soap sculpting and mosaic-making. The Oak Street mosaic is a thing of beauty and WILL be on display once grouted and framed). And of course, camps. We did SurvivaL Camp in September. The scouts built and slept in their shelters in a woodland near HoLmesfieLd. They gathered wood, cooked for themselves on open fires and pLayed amongst the trees. In October we went to WatersLacks camping barn for Scarefest Weekend, which included a fuLI-day at ALton Towers, and rained off intention to visit Thor's Cave. Leaders, Reports: Scouts Freezer Camp was at HesLey Woods, as always. in February. The weather was glorious this year. We camped jointLy with our Meersbrook friends. St PauL's Scouts. It was reaLLy nice, reLaxed camp but with aLL the activities on offer.. quad bikes, segway, Laserquest, infLatabLes, games, the cube maze and more. District Camp was in May with a spy school theme. is year at Bradley wood near Huddersfield. Whilst there were Lots of activities on offer, I think the draw for a Lot of our scouts remains chiLLing out by the fire and whittLing sticks... or 2 foot taLI wooden bears. Once again, thanks to aLL the parents who come and volunteer - from the chefs to the washing up queen, and the marquee pack-downers - you help to make it what it is. FinaLly coming up on the horizon soon is a new one for us, Hesfest which promises a weekend of camping with Live music, paddLeboarding, dodgems and a burger bar. We'll let you know how it goes! Hugh Baker Scout Lead Volunteer Section A: References and Administration Charity Name 74th Oak Street Scout Group Registered Charity No. 524801 Charity's Principle Address 74th Oak Street Scout Group Canterbury Road SheffieLd South Yorkshire S8 9QD Trustees Trustee Name Martyn Foster Helen Damon Appointed 7 March 2024 LesLie Rochester Volunteers Yvette LavelLe Hugh Baker Keith Endean Christie Young JILL Endean MichelLe Black Laura Pascoe Claudia Richards Matthew Mullin Section B: Structure Governance and Management Description of the Charity's Trusts Type of governing document 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, Organization and RuLes of The Scout Association. How the charity is constituted The Group is a trust estabLished under its rules which are common to aLL Scouts. {e.g. trust. association. company) Trustee selection methods The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the PoLicy. Organization and Rules of The Scout Association. Additional governance issues 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 consists of Chair. Treasurer and Trustees including two Ex Officio Trustees and meets every two months. 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. Section B: Structure Governance and Management Risk and Internal Control 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. 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 fundraising. 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 redurtion 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 6 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: Structure Governance and Management Objectives and Activities The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young peopLe in their personal deveLopmenL 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 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 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 Activities of the group Leaders, parents and other members of the community provide support at meetings, events and nights away. along with financial support at fundraising events. We believe in bringing peopLe together. We celebrate diversity and take a stand against intoLerance. aLways. We're a worldwide movement. creating stronger communities and inspiring positive futures. Section C: Structure Governance and Management Public Benefit Criteria 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. The benefits of Scouting are further demonstrated throughout this report. Achievements and Performance Beavers. Cubs and Scouts continue to operate a wide range and varied programme offering exciting and adventurous activities for young peopLe. AduLt and young Leaders are enthusiastic and display a wide range of skiLLs. The Group is weLI supported by parents and other members of the community. Accounts: Receipts and Payments Receipts and Payments Accounts Year start date Year end date For the year from 1st April 2024 to 31 March 2025 2024-2025 2023-2024 Unrestricted Funds Unrestricted Funds Income Donations, legacies and similar income Membership subscriptions Less.'Membership subscriptions paid on Nation al/County/Area/District Net membership subscriptions retained Donations Activities Gift Aid Camps 11,737.00 10,921.00 5,074.00 4,536.00 6,663.00 1,233.50 2,885.00 0.00 8,066.00 18.847.50 545.00 6,385.00 loo.00 2,088.45 8,169.65 7,766.50 24,509.60 Sub total Grants Other Grants 0.00 545.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 Sub total Fundraising (Grossl Bonfire event Other fundraising activities Co-o Fund 6,234.54 3,850.74 0.00 10.085.28 4,721.14 2,034.53 0.00 6,755.67 Sub total Investment Income Bank Interest Property Rent Income Sub total 115.78 17,234.30 17,350.08 121.51 14,125.00 14,246.51 Total Gross Income 46,827.86 46,511.78 Asset and investment sales etc 0.00 0.00 Total receipts 46,827.86 46,511.78 Accounts: Receipts and Payments Yea r start d ate Ye3r end date For the year from 1st April 2024 to 31 March 2025 2024-2025 2023-2024 Unrestricted Funds Unrestricted Funds Expenditure Charitable Payments Programme and Activities Water and Sewage Electricity and Gas Insurance Repairs and Renewals Materials and Equipment Printing and Photocopying Cam s (Fees, Food a nd Activities Camping equipment Uniforms (Scout Shopl and Activity Uniforms AGM ar)d Trustee Ex Council Bins Gardener Fees Cleaner IT software Website Fees Motor vehicle expenses Motor Vehicle Insurance Payment transaction fees Rentals Phone and Broadband Sub total Fundraising expenses Bonfire Night Event Other fundraisin activities Sub total 4,508.92 529.43 3,007.46 815.75 13,573.11 380.39 3,094.96 417.21 4,037.09 746.80 6,681.16 786.15 344.75 6,763.34 8,954.49 1.017.37 0.00 246.20 848.00 1.204.00 684.04 264.00 2,801.27 995.04 1,994.74 895.28 233.60 391.00 1,200.00 595.86 244.80 2,926.23 964.65 enses 237.77 0.00 757.68 40,824.92 265.12 0.00 704.40 33.287.14 3.331.48 994.96 4.326.44 1,924.54 298.35 2.222.89 Total Gross Expenditure 45.151.36 35.510.03 Asset and investment purchase5 5.012.38 1,578.96 Total payments 50.163.74 37.088.99 Net receipts / (payments) Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end -3,335.88 13,585.87 10,249.99 9,422.79 4,163.08 13,585.87 Receipts and Payments Account Statement of Assets and Liabilities at the end of the year 2024-2025 2023-2024 Unrestricted Funds Unrestricted Funds Cash Funds Bank Current Account Bank Reserve Account Electronic Transaction Account Total Cash Funds Other Monetary Assets Debts due 1,848.70 8,252.03 149.26 10,249.99 2,148.81 11,318.76 118.30 13,585.87 -119.00 -119.00 -105.50 -105.50 Sub total Non-monetary Assets for Charity's own Use Motor Vehicles 6,500.00 Camping Equipment 8,964.54 Computer Equipment 628.97 Sub total 16,093.51 6,500.00 4,118.65 242.48 10,861.13 Liabilities Accounts not yet paid Other liabilities Sub total 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 74th Oak Street had no contingent liabilities or future obligations at the 31 March 2025. The above receipts and payments account and statement of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees on the xx xxxxxxxx 2025 {the date of the Group Trustee Board meeting that approved the accounts) Signature Name Helen Damon (Chairl Section E: Financial Review Treasurer's Report FinancialLy we have had another good year at Oak Street.. We have been able to afford the continuation of our ongoing hut renovations. Our hut rentals are stiLL thriving with both regular and ad-hoc bookings. 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 Executive Committee considers that the Group shouLd hold a sum equivaLent to 2 months running costs, circa £1,500. The Group held cash reserves of £10.250 at 2025 year end. This is above the level required for operating expenses, as we are currently saving to complete building renovations and the purchase of a second minibus. Principal Sources of Income These are monthly subscriptions from aLL members which covers most activities and some maintenance of the property. Fundraising activities events like bag packing and bonfire night aLso raise money to subsidies some activities and allow us to maintain and improve the buiLding and the artivities we offer. Renting the buiLding to the community groups and parties aLLows us to coLLect further funds. The Group Executive regularly monitors the Levels of the bank balances and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maximum vaLue and income from its banking arrangements. 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 funds. AIL funds are heLd in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies. Section E: Financial Review Plans for the Future The continuation of current activities and fundraising. Further fundraising WILL enable us to improve disabled access to the building and its facilities. to ensure our sustainable renting activities can be continued. Basis of Accounting The accounts have been drawn up on the receipts and payments basis which is consistent with the previous year. In Line with the Charity Commission Statement of Recommended Practice and the Scout Association rules non-monetary assets do not need to be vaLued and shown within the accounts. 74th Oak Street's non-monetarv assets predominantLy consist of a large quantity of camping equipment, computer equipmenL the minibus and other items used in providing activities for the Scouts, Cubs and Beavers. Items are replaced as and when they reach the end of their serviceable Life. The current vaLue of all items of equipment is in the region of £20000.00. ALL of these assets are fuLLy insured with Unity Insurance Services on the basis of their current vaLues (with the exception of tents which are insured on a new for old basis regardLess of their ages). Donations and Grants During the Last financial year, the Group received grants and donations totaLLing £1,779.00, incLuding a grant of £545 from the Brian SelLars Fund, £800.00 from Creative Peaks and £75 from IPSOS Mori UK Limited. Section E: Financial Review Gift Aid This Group is registered with HMRC as a Community Amateur Sports Club ICASCI. Where possible Gift Aid is gathered at source le.g. via online payment of subscriptions). Declaration The trustees decLare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees: On behaLf of the Group Trustee Board Signed Name Helen Damon Date 7 JULY 2025 Independent Examiners, Report Independent examiner's report to the trustees of 74th Oak Street I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the 74th Oak Street Scout Group for the year ended 31 March 2025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the 74th Oak Street Scout Group you are responsibLe for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {'the Act'l. I report in respect of my examination of the 74th Oak Street Scout Group 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 14515llb) of the Act. Independent Examiner's Statement I have compLeted my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any materiaL respect: accounting records were not kept in respect of the 74th Oak Street as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. I have no concerns 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 of the accounts to be reached. Signed: Name: Joanna Dobson Professional QuaLification: Chartered Accountant Date. 2210812025 OAK STREET ENCOURAGING ADVENTURE SINCE 1915 www.74thoakstreet.com 74th Oak Street Scout Group, Canterbury Road, SheffieLd, 58 9QS. Registered Charity Number.. 524801