COVENTRY AND NORTH WARWICKSHIRE SPORTS CLUB
Promote community participation n healthy recreation, in particular by the provision of facilities for playing Cricket, Squash, Tennis, Netball and Bridge.Provision of gym and other facilities to support community participation in other sports and activities to promote physical and mental fitness.
Objects
THE OBJECTS OF THE CIO ARE, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC:TO PROMOTE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE INHABITANTS OF COVENTRY AND NORTH WARWICKSHIRE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH FACILITIES BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE, INFIRMITY OR DISABLEMENT, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC CIRCUMSTANCES OR FOR THE PUBLIC AT LARGE IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE AND WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THE CONDITION OF LIFE OF THE SAID INHABITANTS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £7,177 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted funds of £1,079,932. The trustees confirm that reserves are maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months of expenditure, which they consider sufficient to continue activities in the event of significant funding drops. The charity is a going concern with adequate resources to continue operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“Total income 194,976 45,270 240,246” — page 9
“It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month's expenditure.” — page 6
“At the balance sheet debentures of £26,000 (2024 - £26,000) were owed to 2 (2024 - 2) trustees. The interest due on these debentures during the year amounted to £1,040 (2024 - £1,040) but these amounts were waived.” — page 23
“A wholly owned subsidiary trading company — Coventry Sports & Functions Ltd —- was incorporated to continue the commercial activities of the former members club.”
“At the balance sheet debentures of £26,000 (2024 - £26,000) were owed to 2 (2024 - 2) trustees. The interest due on these debentures during the year amounted to £1,040 (2024 - £1,040) but these amounts were waived.” — page 23
“A wholly owned subsidiary trading company — Coventry Sports & Functions Ltd —- was incorporated to continue the commercial activities of the former members club.”
“A wholly owned subsidiary trading company — Coventry Sports & Functions Ltd —- was incorporated to continue the commercial activities of the former members club.”
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Joseph Gaffneychair
- Ann Ridgway
- Bernard Blundell
- DAVID ROBINSON
- David McLanaghan
- Joy Margaret McLanaghan
- Kevin Burrows
- Naomi Davies
- Peter Morgan
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £240k | £247k |
| 31/03/2024 | £202k | £171k |
| 31/03/2023 | £181k | £205k |
| 31/03/2022 | £204k | £187k |
| 31/03/2021 | £148k | £91k |
Common questions
Is COVENTRY AND NORTH WARWICKSHIRE SPORTS CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £7,177 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted funds of £1,079,932. The trustees confirm that reserves are maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months of expenditure, which they consider sufficient to continue activities in the event of significant funding drops. The charity is a going concern with adequate resources to continue operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 16/02/2026 | £20k | Upgrade lighting and plumbing to save energy and water |
| Sport England | 05/05/2021 | £0 | COVID19 - Active Together (Crowdfunding) |
| Sport England | 29/05/2020 | £10k | COVID-19 CEF |