BURY ST. EDMUNDS CRICKET CLUB
To promote community participation in healthy recreation through the provision of facilities for the playing of cricket.The provision and maintenance of a community pavilion for the use of the inhabitants of Bury St Edmunds and the surrounding areas without distinction of political, religious or other opinions.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's funds have reduced due to investment in new outdoor cricket nets, resulting in a small loss for the period. However, the trustees believe the long-term financial situation is secure and the club is not in deficit. The charity faces significant financial pressure if its annual grant from West Suffolk Council were removed.
What the accounts disclose
“The cricket club is represented on the Victory Sports Community Interest Company that operates the Victory Sports Ground. A key partner is Sporting 87 Football Club who play football on the ground from September to the end of March both charities work closely together to provide an excellent sporting venue.”
Trustees
- PAUL WHITTAKER ACIIchair
- DAVID ERIC BARKER MBE
- JOHN FREDERICK NUNN
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £69k | £72k |
| 30/09/2024 | £107k | £130k |
| 30/09/2023 | £81k | £83k |
| 30/09/2022 | £60k | £62k |
| 30/09/2021 | £72k | £48k |
Common questions
Is BURY ST. EDMUNDS CRICKET CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's funds have reduced due to investment in new outdoor cricket nets, resulting in a small loss for the period. However, the trustees believe the long-term financial situation is secure and the club is not in deficit. The charity faces significant financial pressure if its annual grant from West Suffolk Council were removed.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 11/12/2014 | £3k | New pitch - Climate covers |
| Sport England | 30/06/2014 | £7k | Victory Ground Cricket Project |