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Fylde District

Annual Report 24/25

SkillsForLife

Chair’s Report

This has been another strong year for Scouting in Fylde, with young people continuing to enjoy exciting programmes, adventurous camps, and opportunities that build confidence and skills for life.

Thank You to All Our Volunteers & Supporters

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our incredible volunteers for their unwavering commitment, generosity, and the countless hours they dedicate to Scouting across Fylde.

Without their passion and support, a generation of young people would miss out on the adventurous activities, friendships, experiences, and life-shaping skills that Scouting provides. It is through their enthusiasm and dedication that we continue to inspire, challenge, and empower young people to reach their full potential.

One of our key priorities has been ensuring that all young people can access the widest range of opportunities. I am particularly proud of the significant financial support provided for international trips, helping to remove barriers for those who might otherwise miss out. Looking forward, we are especially excited that many young people from Fylde will be attending Red Rose Canada, a remarkable opportunity to make lifelong memories and friendships on a global stage.

Behind the scenes, the Trustee Board has worked to keep our finances secure, maintain our facilities, and support leaders across the District.

We are always looking for fresh ideas and skills, so if you know someone who could give a little time to support Scouting in this way, we would be delighted to welcome them.

Finally, I would like to thank every volunteer, leader, supporter, and parent. Your dedication ensures that Scouting in Fylde continues to thrive, offering young people the very best start in life.

Derek Wright

The Briefing: Updates

Nights Away Report

It has been a good year for Nights Away Permits, in the District we have a total of 43 permits, Indoor 3, Campsite 33, Greenfield 4 and Lightweight 3.

All the Scout Groups have leaders with a permit from Oakfield with 1 to 1st Clifton and 2nd Kirkham with 6. Network and Young Leaders have leaders with permits, and one of the two Explorer Units have leaders with a permit.

During the year there have been 8 renewals of permits and 5 new permits, in addition there are 3 new permits in the pipeline.

District Bonfire Night – Fylde Activity Centre

District Lead Volunteer Report

Another year has passed, and it is time to reflect on the last 12 months of brilliant Scouting within our District. There has been a lot of hard work both at the coal face from our dedicated volunteers, and behind the scenes from our Trustee Boards. Through this report you will see an exciting blend of modern and traditional Scouting activities that we provide, with increasingly adventurous themes as we progress through the sections.

Third, I am proud of the improvements we have made to our Activity Centre and activity provision. In the Activity Centre, we have soundproofed the hall and replaced most of the bunk beds. For the activity provision, we have begun systematically replacing our District kayaks, purchased several canoes, and replaced our archery equipment, to name just a few.

Finally, I am extremely proud of our growth in membership. We have now surpassed pre-pandemic membership numbers with 924 members, welcoming almost 200 new members over the last five years. More details can be found in the Growth section of this report. This is in part due to the opening of Oakfield House School Group, which provides for autistic children aged 4 to 12 with a range of additional needs. Scouting is for everyone, and a provision at this school couldn’t be more in the spirit of what we are about.

I am specifically proud of four things this year. First, our increased sense of togetherness; we have expanded our District-based events and activities, from our Bronze and Silver Awards evenings to the Sandcastle competition.

Second, the international experience participation and financial support. Through a combination of District funds generated by our Activity Centre and external grants, we have, through the Trustee Board, supported young people on international trips to the tune of £20,000, which will support trips to Belgium, Kandersteg, and Canada, to name but a few.

As I said it has been a good year and the District is in a very good place to provide the nights away experience to young people which is such an important element of the skills for life that Scouting provides.

Duncan Cairns

Our Transformation process has progressed significantly this year. We now have a full complement of team leads and the sub-teams are filling up slowly but surely.

Looking to the future, we have much work to do. This year will see us open a new Group in Wrea Green with County development support, which will go a long way to tackling the still large waiting lists in the area. We also aim to have another Explorer Unit and an increase in our Squirrel provision by this time next year.

None of this would be possible without our incredible volunteers, whose time, energy, and dedication make Scouting in Fylde thrive. Together we are giving young people skills, adventures, and friendships that last a lifetime, and I look forward to building on this success in the year ahead.

Ross Kelly

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Squirrels Report

2025 has been a great year for

Squirrels within Fylde District. We now have 3 well established Squirrel Dreys at 1st Clifton, 1st Warton and 1st Kirkham and Wesham.

All 3 groups now had young people achieve their acorn awards with over 30 being awarded since the dreys opened. A fantastic achievement! Both 1st Clifton and 1st Warton attended the County Squirrels Day at Waddecar where they got to do some brilliant activities including axe throwing, bouldering and archery.

Our Squirrels at 1st Warton have enjoyed a beach night, a Ribby Hall nature hike, a visit from a paramedic and were community champions when they did some litter picking at Freckleton park. Squirrels at 1st Clifton have celebrated their 1st birthday with a brilliant birthday party, been on a Newton Park hike to do some litter picking and see the sensory garden and been to a Squirrels own polytunnel. Squirrels at 1st Kirkham Squirrels and Wesham have done 3 sleepovers, visited Eureka and Blackpool Zoo and taken part in caving and crate stacking.

Moving forward into the next year, all 3 Drey’s have some great things planned and are looking forward to more Squirrel Drey’s opening across the district to provide more young people in Fylde with amazing opportunities. There are plans for a district Squirrels activity day and some great programmes in place.

Beavers Report

What a busy year we have had in

the Beaver Scout Section. A good number of our Colonies attended the District Bonfire night at DHQ in November. A fantastic evening of wide games, smores (quickly made, quickly eaten), sparklers and hotdogs. With over 150 of our young people from across the sections singing together round the campfire, a wonderful time and a true reflection of Fylde Scouting.

At the end of November, we hosted our first Bronze and Silver awards night to celebrate all those who had achieved their awards in 2024. With over 60 Beavers getting Bronze certificates and specially made Bronze woggles. It was superb to see so many family members in attendance who have supported the young people as they travel through their scouting journey. In 2025, we have split the evening into two, with 20 further certificates presented in May from 6 different colonies.

Early December brought our District Beaver Christmas

Sleepover. Split over two nights, we had over 75 Beavers attend, with Christmas crafts, glowstick skeletons and a glow in the dark disco on the programme.

This year’s winners of the Lancaster Trophy (awarded annually to the Colony and leadership team that has attended the most district events) was 1[st] Warton. Well done to Amber and the team, and all the Beaver Scouts at 1[st] Warton.

In March, we took over half of our Colonies to Blackpool Zoo. Here, the Beavers were given a notebook and colouring pencils to make brass rubbings as they went along. District days out are something we want to explore more next year.

In June we held our Annual Beaver and Cub Sandcastle competition, boasting representation from every group, with over 200 young people attending. When we arrived, we discovered our Lead Volunteer, Ross, had sculpted a throne for himself in the middle of the beach. This year, 1[st] LSA were the winners for the biggest sandcastle.

Our last event of the year took place in June in the form of our summer sleepover. We had Beavers under canvas and indoors, enjoying an adventurous programme of archery, catapults, shooting, axe throwing, pioneering, knots, biscuit decoration, backwoods cooking and badge making.

We are now looking forward to the next 12 months of adventure, ending with a huge thank you to all leaders, young leaders, and support teams that Fylde Beaver Scouts an amazing section to be part of.

Cath Newburn Fylde District Beaver Lead

I’d just like to take this opportunity to thank all our Squirrels leaders in Fylde for doing a fantastic job, our Squirrels are getting amazing opportunities because of you!

Kim Wane

Fylde District Squirrel Lead

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Cubs Report

What an incredible year it has been for our Cub Scouts in Fylde. Packed with adventure, discovery and unforgettable moments, our Cubs have continued to grow in confidence, skills and teamwork, while building strong friendships and developing a sense of belonging in the Scouting family.

Throughout the year, our Cubs have embraced the spirit of fun and adventure. They have taken part in a wide range of activities—from exciting hikes and energetic camps to creative evenings and team challenges. Each experience has given them the opportunity to try new things, step outside their comfort zones, and, most importantly, have fun!

Community service has once again been at the heart of our programme. Our Cubs have shown incredible generosity and compassion by supporting local food banks, taking part in community litter picks, and visiting care homes to bring a smile to the elderly. These projects have not only made a real difference to others but have helped our young people understand the value of kindness and service.

This year, we have celebrated some fantastic events as a district. The St. George’s Day Parade brought Cubs from across Fylde together for an afternoon of promise renewal, games, and celebrations. It was wonderful to see so many young people proudly wearing their uniforms and taking part in this traditional Scouting event.

Looking ahead, we are excited for another year full of opportunities. Coming up in September, we have our Fylde Cub Activity Day, which promises to be an action-packed event with new challenges, skills sessions, and plenty of fun for all our Cubs. Alongside this, plans are already in place for more adventurous outings and exciting activities that will continue to inspire and engage our members. Our goal remains the same: to provide every young person with the chance to learn new skills, make friends, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

None of this would be possible without the incredible dedication of our leaders, volunteers, and parents. Week after week, they give their time and energy to ensure our Cubs have an amazing experience. From running weekly meetings to organising camps and supporting badge work, their commitment is second to none. A huge thank you to each one of you for making this year so successful.

Here’s to another fantastic year ahead filled with fun, friendship, and adventure!

Sarah Bennet

Fylde District Cub Lead

Another huge highlight was the Cub Monopoly Run. Cubs worked together in teams to race around St. Anne’s completing challenges and collecting as many “properties” as possible. It was a brilliant mix of problem-solving, teamwork, and fun, with plenty of laughter and a little friendly competition thrown in. The enthusiasm and energy from everyone involved made it a truly memorable event.

We also saw fantastic creativity and teamwork at the District Sandcastle Competition, held on the beautiful beach at St. Anne’s. It was an evening of imagination and collaboration, with Packs competing to build the biggest sandcastle. The atmosphere was fantastic, and it was great to see so many young people take part.

We are especially proud of the incredible achievements of our Cubs who have earned their Chief Scout Silver Award this year. This prestigious award represents months of effort, learning, and commitment, and we are thrilled to celebrate the success of all those who reached this milestone. Their hard work and determination truly embody the values of Scouting.

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Scouts Report

The district has grown its Nights away permit holder pool by 2 this year, well done to Phil and Richard. The actual number of nights away across the district must surely be on the increase with most groups running at least one, often more, opportunity for Scouts to experience the great outdoors this year.

The Older Scouts Weekend runs every October, and we hope it rates as one of the highlights of young person's time as a Scout. Adventurous activities are the order of the day; it currently resides at Great Tower on Windermere. Last year we took a full complement along for the challenge, hiking, mountain biking, climbing and kayaking, sleeping indoors and enjoying the excellent catering.

The Annual District Football competition in January was won by 1st Warton, with a good deal of support and camaraderie from the other groups who loaned them their star players for the night, a fine example of the Scouting family in practice.

February saw Fylde's Younger Scout weekend at our own DHQ, well attended by many of the groups, this weekend introduces the youngest scouts to a busy, fun filled weekend. Backwoods cooking, learning to use a stove, a night hike, knives, axes and saws, grappling with some big tents, a few wide games and a trading post on the Sunday. It is always an excellent well-run event.

Plenty of Fylde’s Scouts entered the county run Bowlander Hiking Competition in April, and the training weekend in March, some teams were made up of scouts from different groups which is great to see. It’s a great event and offers the chance to achieve the expedition challenge part of the Chief Scout Gold award. It clashed with the St Georges day celebrations at DHQ this year, so Scouts and their leaders were a little thin on the ground for that event. They did us proud with a sterling 4th place overall for the team from 2nd Kirkham.

In August, two minibuses full of Fylde Scouts set off for Derbyshire for what’s become an annual district summer camp. Leaders from 5 of the district’s groups banded together to plan, organise, and risk assess a 6 night, quite traditional, patrol camp where the Scouts cooked mostly for themselves, slept under canvas and had a fantastic time. We visited Nottingham and the Heights of Abraham, spent days onsite climbing, abseiling, shooting, doing archery, orienteering, learning to track, tackling the assault course, throwing tomahawks, playing chess, singing badly round a campfire and expertly performing skits, chucking frisbees and then ourselves down a slip’n’slide in the sunshine. It was epic and they laughed a lot.

September will see the return of weekly meetings and planning for the next 12 months of madness. Many of the districts' Scouts will be going to watch 17th LSA’s production of The Wizard of Oz. There is also an opportunity for Scouts to go and experience an international camp – Wings, in Windsor Great Park next summer and perhaps a shorter district summer camp somewhere new.

We are very lucky in Fylde to have such a dedicated team of Scout leaders, young leaders and all-round good eggs supporting us. Without their tireless efforts and good humour, it wouldn't be such a wonderful place to Scout. So, to all the scout section leaders and supporters out there “You are amazing, thank you!” Having agreed to take on this District role must also say a wholehearted thank you to Steve Crosland for his tireless work keeping the ship running and his willingness to carry on looking after the Chief Scout Gold awards for us. He tells me there were a bumper crop of 35 this year, BRAVO scouts and all your dedicated leaders

Nichola Rhodes

Fylde District Scout Lead

In May, some of the District Scout leaders took the opportunity to view a new location for the District summer camp and firm up a few plans for the week at Drum Hill in Derbyshire. Then it was on to County Rally at our second home, Waddecar, where many of the scouts had another great weekend camping out in the sunshine and trying tonnes of new activities and making new friends.

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14-25 Report

This year has been a busy and rewarding one for both Tarka & Trogz Explorer Scouts, our Young Leader programme and Network. Current membership numbers are Trogz 36, Tarka 38, Young leaders 40 and Network around 20 active members. Both Explorer units continue to offer a varied and adventurous programme for young people aged 14–18. The Young Leader Programme meets once a month with a different training module being delivered. We are supported by a dedicated leadership team who have worked hard to provide opportunities for growth, adventure, and service. Network continues to show growth despite the transient lifestyle 18 – 24-yearolds currently live.

Over the past year we have delivered a balanced programme, mixing fun, adventure, and skill development. Highlights include:

• Red Rose 24, where we took a mixed unit of Explorers, predominantly from Fylde, but also from other Districts and Counties.

• Trogz have supported 1st Kirkham & Wesham on numerous occasions, including their annual Duck Camp.

• County Explorer Camp was attended by 41 Explorer Scouts from both Trogz & Tarka, the most we’ve taken for a while! All had a great weekend of various activities, ending on a high note as they won the Kamikaze Challenge, a team-based competition that involves a variety of challenges (most are very messy).

• Members from both units have participated in County events including Snow & Ice in the Cairngorms, the Explorer Belt in the Baltics and the Kandersteg Trip to Switzerland, International trips to Malawi. Caving in real caves, as well as events closer to home including Moonlight and Crew Challenge. Explorers have shared their hobbies such as martial arts and music with the group, in addition to global issues, awareness, hikes, survival skills and leadership, with 13 different badges earned within the past year.

• Our young leader programme continues to thrive with training modules being held once a month & an average of 14 young people attending. Numerous explorers are young leaders providing support to many groups and sections across the district.

• Network saw many members attend the District Dinner Dance which created a new spark for this section.

• Boxing Day was a popular get together for 20 network members and adult volunteers in our district.

• Network Gathering a County Lead event just for Network. Saw Fylde Network take 16 members the best attended district in the Country. This also included members of our network who were on the organising committee managing the entertainment. The event was enjoyed by all.

Looking ahead, we have many exciting plans:

• First Christmas Camp

• Continued focus on DofE and Top Awards

• Expanded collaboration with Network and Scout troops

• Development of our leaders, focusing on permits

• Continue to develop a more “Explorer-led” programme and mentality

• Increase our District presence and support, with service days and weekends

• Increase our Young Leader programme and Network section.

• Increase the Explorer provision with a new Unit.

I am proud of what the 14-25 section has achieved this year. Many thanks go to the leadership teams of our units, our Young Leaders and parents, but mostly, to the Young people whose energy and enthusiasm continue to make this section thrive.

Lynne Mellors Fylde District 14-25 Lead

• Both units plan their programme with the young people, this results in an exciting and youth lead programme. It includes activities such as: Kayaking , climbing, helping clean up the Marsh, supporting District Bonfire & St Georges Day events, Shopping & supporting the local Food bank by completing an A-Z Shopping list , Ice skating, learning about electronics, bowling, completing their First Aid badge, competing in the Challenge Trophy against Tarka, Solstice games on the beach, cardboard box baking and pizzas, Lazer tag, crazy golf & even some site service.

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Financial Summary FYLDE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL Scouts Fylde Summarised Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 March 2025 2024/25 (E) 2023/24 (£) INCOME Activity Centre Scouting activities, training and sections District events All other income Total Income 64,589 37,358 3,103 7,943 112,994 48,384 20,155 10,276 78,815 OUTGOINGS Activity Centre operating costs Activity Centre depreciation Scouting activities, training and sections District events Management, administration and other costs Total Costs Total surplus for the year ASSETS Buildings and equipment used for Scouting Bank and cash balances Debtors and other assets Total Assets 45,307 10,275 43,223 2,883 8,755 110,443 2,551 Summarised Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2025 2024/25 (E) 424,369 195,807 2,938 623,113 - 43,195 10,275 22,526 331 6,630 82,958 4,143 2023/24 (E) 435,948 170,176 11,315 617,438 LIABILITIES Deposits held for future events Creditors and all other liabilities Total Liabilities Operating surplus for the year 10,382 2,821 13,203 609,911 8,894 1,185 10,079 607,360 Statement of the Trustees These summarised financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 were approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf on 27/08/2025. The statutory Trustees Report and Audited Financial Statements, which contain the full details of the financial affairs of the charity, will be submitted to the Charity Commission after the Annual General Meeting. These will be available to download as a PDF either from the Charity Commission website or the Fylde District website after the AGM. Signed on behalf of the Trustees 27/08/2025 R A Johnson District Treasurer D D Wright District Chair

Growth

Between 2021 and 2025, membership within the district has shown a strong and positive upward trend. The resilience of our groups is clear, with total membership rising steadily each year to reach 924 members by 2025, surpassing pre pandemic numbers (2018, 921). Youth membership has followed a similar path, climbing from 512 in 2021 to 699 in 2025, demonstrating the continuing appeal of Scouting to the young people across the area. Overall, the district has welcomed nearly 200 members over the last five years, a testament to the dedication of our volunteers and the strength of the Scouting in our communities. This positive momentum gives us a great confidence as we look to the future and continue working towards our long-term growth targets.

Fylde District Scouts 100 Club Winners 2024-2025

Month	£10	£5	£5	£100
June	74	21	22
July	63	30	96
August	29	18	14
September	72	31	90
October	64	88	76
November	77	21	8
December	63	77	29	74
January	47	96	53
February	28	18	85
March	25	45	63
April	90	17	49
May	85	34	55

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Fylde District Scout Council

Registered Charity Number: 70174

Governing Instrument: The policy, organisation and rules of the Scout Association by the authority by a royal charter dated 4[th] January 1912.

Aims: The aims of the association is to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities. The method of achieving the Aim of the Association is by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law and guided by acult leadership

Principal Bankers : The Co-operative Bank, PO Box 250, Delf house, Southway, Skelmersdale, WN8 6WT Principal Address : Fylde Scout Activity Centre, Heyhouses Lane, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, FY8 3RN

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FYLDE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 701174

Scout Association Registered Number: 10001900

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025

INCOMING RESOURCES	RESTRICTED TOTALS TOTALS UNRESTRICTED
	FUNDS FUNDS 2025 2024
Membership
Membership subs - Groups Membership subs - Units Less Memb' subs paid on Net Memb' subs retained Adult Support and Training Accounts District Beaver Section District Cub Section District Scout Section Explorer Scout Units International Receipts Activity Centre Grants & Donations Facilities Activities Tuck Shop Solar Panels Equipment Hire Events	29,808.00 1,552.50 31,360.50 26,576.00 2,880.00 150.00 3,030.00 2,068.00 32,688.00 - 32,688.00 - 27,016.50 - - 1,702.50 1,702.50 1,627.50 - - - 4,469.00 4,469.00 5,005.00 - - - 7,765.00 7,765.00 4,205.00 25,124.21 25,124.21 10,945.18 - - 4,135.04 10,640.00 10,640.00 6.00 45,525.86 45,525.86 37,984.80 3,253.06 3,253.06 4,217.00 3,704.46 3,704.46 4,683.05 1,390.96 1,390.96 1,410.67 75.00 75.00 82.50 == SS= ===/=
Dinner Dance Bonfire Fundraising	2,484.00 2,484.00 - 619.18 619.18 - ———
100 Club Donations HMRC Gift Aid Sales	918.00 918.00 838.00 44.49 44.49 650.18 625.51 625.51 - ———
Wood District Jackets Investment Income Bank Interest	600.00 600.00 - - - - 4,052.90 4,052.90 3,024.97 Se
Total Gross Income	111,291.63 1,702.50 112,994.13 78,814.89

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025

EXPENDITURE		UNRESTRICTED RESTRICTED		TOTALS TOTALS
	NOTES	FUNDS FUNDS		2025 2024
Key Funds
District Beaver Section District Cub Section District Scout Section Explorer Scout Units International / Jamboree Activity Centre	4 Sub total 2	4,850.41 4,850.41 5,305.43 - - - 6,455.24 6,455.24 3,930.18 31,612.30 31,612.30 13,080.61 4,650.00 - 4,650.00 1,220.00 Sub total 47,567.95 - 47,567.95 23,536.22 ===
Insurance Utilities Cleaning & Hygiene Maintenance Tuck Shop Administration Ground Rent Fixt & Fittings Depreciation Building Depreciation Fundraising Expenses 100 Club Event Costs	Sub total Sub total	7,048.50 7,048.50 6,684.20 9,175.73 9,175.73 12,533.82 10,918.22 10,918.22 7,977.38 7,267.44 7,267.44 6,825.14 2,735.19 2,735.19 2,544.72 225.00 225.00 180.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 7,916.90 7,916.90 6,430.00 10,274.98 10,274.98 10,274.98 Sub total 45,306.98 10,274.98 55,581.96 53,470.24 363.00 363.00 345.00 Sub total 363.00 - 363.00 345.00 ——
Dinner Dance Bonfire Other events Sub total Purchases Challenge Trophy Media Resources Equipment Maintenance CSA Badges & Certificates Sub total District Adult support and training Write offs District Section Budgets District Administration 3 AGM Expenses Online Scout Manager Total Gross Expenditure:		2,351.20 2,351.20 250.00 327.13 327.13 205.13 205.13 81.16 Sub total 2,883.46 - 2,883.46 331.16 72.00 72.00 - 31.98 31.98 - 56.94 56.94 717.06 717.06 528.26 Sub total 877.98 - 877.98 528.26 305.00 305.00 210.00 619.02 619.02 2,169.50 - - 220.00 1,275.53 1,275.53 1,266.04 137.40 137.40 157.70 831.60 831.60 723.60 - - Total Gross Expenditure: 100,167.92 10,274.98 110,442.90 82,957.72 === ==	= ——
Net of receipts/(payments):		Net of receipts/(payments): 11,123.71 8,572.48 -		2,551.23 4,142.83 -
Fund Balances Brought Forward
AT 1ST APRIL 2024	6	180,246.85 427,112.68		607,359.53 611,502.36
Fund Balances Carried Forward
AT 31ST MARCH 2025	6	191,370.56 418,540.20		609,910.76 607,359.53

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BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025

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||||| |---|---|---|---| |NOTES|2025|2024| |FIXED ASSETS| |TANGIBLE ASSETS|5|424,369.13|435,947.61| |[Ld|Cd| |CASH Accounts| |District Current Account|30,619.73|26,245.48| |District Savings Accounts|143,049.87|119,024.97| |District Sections' Accounts|577.03|1,251.54| |Explorer Units' Accounts|20,122.13|22,347.29| |Cash / Floats|1,437.77|1,306.57| |Sub total|195,806.53|170,175.85| |DEBTS DUE| |Training|0.00|0.00| |Pre-payments|661.07|7,698.31| |Sub total|661.07|7,698.31| |STOCKS| |Tuck Shop|1,768.80|2,489.90| |Jackets|159.79|159.79| |Badges (old stock)|619.02| |Neckers|348.00|348.00| |Sub total|2,276.59|3,616.71| |Total|198,744.19|181,490.87| |[Ld|Cd| |LIABILITIES| |Activity Centre Deposits|-10,381.96|-8,894.40| |Gen Green Grant|-1,920.00|0.00| |Accruals|0.00|0.00| |Network Fund|-22.18|-306.13| |Osprey Fund|-878.42|-878.42| |Total|-13,202.56|-10,078.95| |NET CURRENT ASSETS|185,541.63|171,411.92| |LY|Cd| |NET ASSETS|609,910.76|607,359.53| |LY|Cd| |FUNDS :| |UNRESTRICTED FUNDS|6|191,370.56|180,246.85| |RESTRICTED FUNDS|6|418,540.20|427,112.68| |TOTAL FUNDS|609,910.76|607,359.53|

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The above receipts and payments account and statement of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees on 27/08/2025 and signed on their behalf by

Signature Print Name

Chair

Treasurer

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NOTES FOR FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025

1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of Accounting

The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102 2nd Ed) (effective 1 January 2019).

Tangible Fixed Assets and Depreciation

Depreciation is calculated to write down the cost or valuation of all tangible assets other than Land on a straight-line basis over their expected useful lives

The rates generally applicable are as follows:-

Activity Centre Building, fixtures and fitt	2% per annum
Activity Centre & District Equipment	20% per annum
Explorer Scout Unit Equipment	20% per annum

Investments

Investments are valued at market value at Balance Sheet date

Reserves

The District's Policy on reserves is to hold an amount sufficient to enable it to provide the facilities in order that the District is able to carry out its duties. The objectives of the District are described in the 'Purpose of Scouting' , P.O.R. Chapter 1, Page 1

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2 ACTIVITY CENTRE EXPENDITURE

ACTIVITY CENTRE EXPENDITURE
	2025		2024
Insurance	7,048.50		6,684.20
Heat, Light, Cooking	6,437.98		10,286.84
Water Charges	2,118.01		1,745.60
Telephone and Internet	619.74		501.38
Cleaning and Waste Removal	9,196.73		6,467.89
Hygiene Disposal Service	1,013.75		967.20
Hygiene and Cleaning consumables	707.74		542.29
General Maintenance	6,411.46		4,917.85
Climbing, Archery, Shooting	855.98		1,907.29
Tuck Shop	2,735.19		2,416.51
Discount/Refund	120.00		-
Ground Rent	20.00		20.00
IT, WebSite, Booking System	105.00		180.00
Fixt & Fittings Depreciation	7,916.90		6,430.00
Total:	45,306.98		43,067.05

3 DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION

		2025		2024
365 Migration		-		337.07
Postage, Stationery		41.53
Bank Charges		53.00		-
Travel Expenses		78.50		-
Lotteries Act		40.00		-
Depreciation		1,062.50		928.97
	Total:	1,275.53		1,266.04

4 ESU EXPENSES

ESU EXPENSES
	2025			2024
Membership Fees	3,030.00			2,068.00
Minibuses Hire	-			-
Premises and Insurance	-			252.00
Camps	15,987.92			4,312.93
Competitions	135.00			119.00
Other Activities	1,673.38			968.21
Training	-			200.00
Fund Raising	-			-
Admin	90.00			79.40
Badges and Scarves	635.76			811.70
Materials and Consumables	426.76			338.54
Correction to Trogz accounts	5,787.72			-
sub total	27,766.54			9,149.78
ESU Depreciation Total:	3,845.76 31,612.30 —		3,930.83 13,080.61 oo

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FYLDE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL

NOTES FOR FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025

5	TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS	DHQ BUILDING	LAND	EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE AND FITTINGS TOTAL	EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE AND FITTINGS TOTAL
	COST
	At 1st April 2024	513,749.00	3,770.00 110,241.25		627,760.25
	Additions			11,521.66	11,521.66
	Disposals				-
	At 31st March 2025	513,749.00	3,770.00 121,762.91		639,281.91
	DEPRECIATION At 1st April 2024	113,024.78		- 78,787.86	191,812.64
	Provision this year	10,274.98		- 12,825.16	23,100.14
	At 31st March 2025	123,299.76		- 91,613.02	214,912.78
	NET BOOK VALUE
	At 31st March 2025	390,449.24	3,770.00 30,149.89		424,369.13
6	STATEMENT OF FUNDS Unrestricted Funds Designated Funds	AT 1st April 2024	INCOME Transfers EXPENDITURE		AT 31 March 2025
	Provision for Future Maintenance	110,156.42		- - 6,480.00	116,636.42
	Generation Green 2 Grant	-	10,640.00 - -		10,640.00
	Neverest District Camp	1,612.11		- - -	1,612.11
	New Group Fund	1,339.83		- - -	1,339.83
	Outdoor Climbing Equipment	500.00		- - -	500.00
	Non designated Funds
	Accumulated/Reserve Fund	66,638.49	103,030.57 102,546.86 6,480.00 -		60,642.20
	Total Unrestricted Fund	180,246.85	113,670.57 102,546.86 -		191,370.56
	Restricted Funds
	International Fund	7,005.89	1,702.50 - -		8,708.39
	DHQ Insurance Claim	174,523.47		- 10,274.98 -	164,248.49
	DHQ Rebuild Fundraising	245,583.32		- - -	245,583.32
	Total Restricted Funds	427,112.68	1,702.50 10,274.98 -		418,540.20
	TOTAL FUNDS	607,359.53	115,373.07 112,821.84 -		609,910.76

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Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees of Fylde District Scout Council

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Fylde District Scout Council for the year ended 31[st] March 2025

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity trustees of the Fylde District Scout Council, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).

I report in respect of my examination of the Fylde District Scout Council 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 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:

1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Fylde District Scout Council as required by section 130 of the Act; or

2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning 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 ‘true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.

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:

Relevant professional qualification or membership of professional bodies (if any):

Address: Date: