RAF WITTERING OFFICERS' MESS
The promotion of military efficiency by the provision of social, sporting and other facilities for the benefit of Servicemen and women. Esprit de corps and team work is promoted by enabling serving Mess members to mix together in both formal dining situations and informal social activities so as to help keep service traditions alive and encourage the well being of the mess community.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of approximately £67,300, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover anticipated costs for 7.1 months against a policy target of three months. The charity reported a net expenditure for the year, but the independent examiner noted material limitations in their scope, including an inability to confirm bank balances and discrepancies in the governing document.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity aims to hold reserves to cover its anticipated costs for at least three months, currently 7.1 months (4.9 months).”
“As Trustee of all Service Funds at RAF Wittering, the Station Commander also has responsibility for several others separately run Service Funds charities, most of which are excepted charities. Transactions between these charities are carried out on normal commercial terms.”
“b) The scope of the examination was limited because the examiner was not provided with copies of the minutes of meetings for the full year as he had reasonably requested.” — page 9
“The examiner was unable to obtain sufficient and appropriate information to confirm the charity’s bank balances shown within the accounts.” — page 9
“b) The scope of the examination was limited because the examiner was not provided with copies of the minutes of meetings for the full year as he had reasonably requested.” — page 9
“The examiner was unable to obtain sufficient and appropriate information to confirm the charity’s bank balances shown within the accounts.” — page 9
Trustees
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £109k | £113k |
| 31/05/2024 | £140k | £159k |
| 31/05/2023 | £136k | £149k |
| 31/05/2022 | £101k | £101k |
| 31/05/2021 | £39k | £25k |
Common questions
Is RAF WITTERING OFFICERS' MESS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of approximately £67,300, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover anticipated costs for 7.1 months against a policy target of three months. The charity reported a net expenditure for the year, but the independent examiner noted material limitations in their scope, including an inability to confirm bank balances and discrepancies in the governing document. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.