FUTURE LEISURE IN COXHOE (FLIC)
To benefit the inhabitants of Coxhoe and the surrounding areas, to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure-time occupation with the objective of improving the conditions of life for the residents. To establish and secure the establishment of a leisure centre for activities promoted by the charity in furtherance of the above objects.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £288 for the year ended 31 December 2025, following a surplus in the prior year. The trustees note that spiraling operating costs have resulted in trading losses, but attendance figures and membership numbers are improving, bringing the charity close to break-even. The charity maintains unrestricted reserves of £277,716, which the trustees describe as providing financial strength to move forward with confidence despite the challenging economic environment.
What the accounts disclose
“The board of directors have given consideration to a Reserves Policy. The importance of building reserves is understood and is constantly under review. At the end of 2025 our Reserve Account had a balance of £85,551.74. In addition, a balance of £44,715.78 was in the main daily business account.” — page 6
Funders the charity credits
- Coxhoe Parish Council
- LEADER
- County durham community foundation
- Sport England
- Area action partnership - east durham rural corridor
Trustees
- Amy Katherine Harden
- Candace Gilbert
- Derek Hodgson
- Gill Cairns
- MICHAEL JAMES LAVELLE
- MR STUART DUNN
- Stephen Ragg
- Susan Pyner
- WENDY LAVELLE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £340k | £341k |
| 31/12/2024 | £328k | £339k |
| 31/12/2023 | £281k | £338k |
| 31/12/2022 | £309k | £311k |
| 31/12/2021 | £305k | £268k |
Common questions
Is FUTURE LEISURE IN COXHOE (FLIC) financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £288 for the year ended 31 December 2025, following a surplus in the prior year. The trustees note that spiraling operating costs have resulted in trading losses, but attendance figures and membership numbers are improving, bringing the charity close to break-even. The charity maintains unrestricted reserves of £277,716, which the trustees describe as providing financial strength to move forward with confidence despite the challenging economic environment. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/05/2012 | £10k | Active Life Community Activities |