1ST GOXHILL AND BARROW UPON HUMBER SCOUT GROUP
Scouting activities as laid down by the Scouting Association
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held reserves of approximately £2,000 at year end, which is below the trustee policy target of £7,000 (nine months' running costs). The trustees attribute this shortfall to investment in a Scout Hut refurbishment, with funds expected to be recouped via a Gift Aid claim. The charity reports a net expenditure for the year, reducing its current account balance from £6,122.56 to £2,644.62.
What the accounts disclose
“The Group held reserves of approximately £2000 against this at year end. This is below required for operating expenses.”
Trustees
- Michael Hinchliffechair
- Andrew David McKinlay
- Andrew Tonkin Oliver
- Claire Hull
- David John Butler-Clark
- Kerry Ann Thompson
- Nicola Leanne Somerscales
- Rosie Maughan
- Samantha Strafford
- Selena Leaning
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £77k | £81k |
| 31/03/2025 | £49k | £86k |
| 31/03/2024 | £22k | £10k |
| 31/03/2023 | £15k | £16k |
| 31/03/2022 | £17k | £7k |
Common questions
Is 1ST GOXHILL AND BARROW UPON HUMBER SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held reserves of approximately £2,000 at year end, which is below the trustee policy target of £7,000 (nine months' running costs). The trustees attribute this shortfall to investment in a Scout Hut refurbishment, with funds expected to be recouped via a Gift Aid claim. The charity reports a net expenditure for the year, reducing its current account balance from £6,122.56 to £2,644.62.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/08/2023 | £10k | Making Our Facilities Accessible for All |