EIGHTH CHRISTCHURCH (BURTON) SCOUT GROUP
The Aim of Scouting 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. We do this by providing young people with a wide variety of activities, both indoor and outdoor.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the group remains in a strong financial position, having carried out necessary maintenance on its premises. However, total payments exceeded total receipts by £2,935 for the year, resulting in a decrease in cash reserves from £31,257 to £28,322. The group holds significant non-monetary assets valued at £197,050, primarily land and buildings, with no outstanding liabilities at year-end.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- john bedfordchair
- JOHN WILLIAM DOWNER
- JULIE PORTER
- Rosemary Bedford
- alison hughes
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £40k | £43k |
| 31/12/2023 | £34k | £29k |
| 31/12/2022 | £35k | £43k |
| 31/12/2021 | £30k | £18k |
| 31/12/2020 | £21k | £31k |
Common questions
Is EIGHTH CHRISTCHURCH (BURTON) SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the group remains in a strong financial position, having carried out necessary maintenance on its premises. However, total payments exceeded total receipts by £2,935 for the year, resulting in a decrease in cash reserves from £31,257 to £28,322. The group holds significant non-monetary assets valued at £197,050, primarily land and buildings, with no outstanding liabilities at year-end.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/04/2018 | £10k | Burton Scouts HQ Re-build |