BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE CANOE CLUB
The Club promotes the sport of canoeing and kayaking in and around Basingstoke. It owns a plot of land adjacent to the Basingstoke Canal and is work to develop a clubhouse to promote the sport.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted funds increased to £430,647.78, with cash reserves of £23,433.59 held at the end of the period. The trustees note that the charity relies heavily on volunteers, stating that without their services it would be difficult to class the charity as a going concern. The organization operates under an independent examination rather than a full audit, citing eligibility under the small companies regime.
What the accounts disclose
“The current operational budget indicates £5,000 per year being the target contribution for reserves and loan repayments, being 1% of the original estimated capital cost.” — page 9
“Indeed, without their services it would be difficult to class the charity as a going concern”
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- PETER ERNEST MANSELLchair
- ALAN FRANK MACDONALD
- Alexander Tilston Fleming
- Eleanor Suzanne Naomi Booth
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £44k | £39k |
| 31/10/2024 | £45k | £38k |
| 31/10/2023 | £43k | £37k |
| 31/10/2022 | £34k | £28k |
| 31/10/2021 | £37k | £19k |
Common questions
Is BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE CANOE CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted funds increased to £430,647.78, with cash reserves of £23,433.59 held at the end of the period. The trustees note that the charity relies heavily on volunteers, stating that without their services it would be difficult to class the charity as a going concern. The organization operates under an independent examination rather than a full audit, citing eligibility under the small companies regime. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 22/04/2014 | £50k | Colt Hill Clubhouse - Construction of Shell/boat store |
| Sport England | 04/02/2011 | £10k | Promoting Kayaking Progression for Young People |