KINGSCLERE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
The Fieldgate Centre is a community centre located in the friendly village of Kingsclere, close to Watership Down. The centre has excellent facilities for hire and is also home to many local sports teams and clubs.The Fieldgate centre is managed by a committee of volunteers who are elected each year by Kingsclere Community Association.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £2,856 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income increasing to £78,951. The trustees report that the charity maintains a healthy financial position with net assets of £20,888, primarily held as cash reserves to cover up to six months of operating costs.
What the accounts disclose
“The association aims to hold sufficient reserves in cash to allow up to six months of operating costs to be covered if there is any shortfall in income.” — page 6
“The bar is operated separately from the association by Fieldgate Social Club Ltd. The trading operation of Fieldgate Social Club Ltd is solely for the benefit of Kingsclere Community Association and all surplus revenue made by Fieldgate Social Club Ltd is paid to the association.” — page 2
“The bar is operated separately from the association by Fieldgate Social Club Ltd. The trading operation of Fieldgate Social Club Ltd is solely for the benefit of Kingsclere Community Association and all surplus revenue made by Fieldgate Social Club Ltd is paid to the association.” — page 2
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (25/03/2018)
Trustees
- ANDY BATESchair
- Alison Ann Pusey
- Ian Bowes
- Jessica Craker
- Karen Columbo
- Kaye Denise Broom
- LESLEY LOUISE FAREY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £79k | £76k |
| 31/03/2024 | £58k | £56k |
| 31/03/2023 | £153k | £151k |
| 31/03/2022 | £122k | £120k |
| 31/03/2021 | £103k | £102k |
Common questions
Is KINGSCLERE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £2,856 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income increasing to £78,951. The trustees report that the charity maintains a healthy financial position with net assets of £20,888, primarily held as cash reserves to cover up to six months of operating costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds KINGSCLERE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name KINGSCLERE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION as a grant recipient include MISS W E LAWRENCE 1973 CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MISS W E LAWRENCE 1973 CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT | FY2025 | £2k | |
| MISS W E LAWRENCE 1973 CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT | FY2024 | £2k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/03/2006 | £5k | Replacement furniture and carpet |