WINCANTON RECREATIONAL TRUST
THE PROMOTION OF THE BENEFIT OF THE INHABITANTS OF WINCANTON AND THE SURROUNDING DISTRICT BY PROVIDING FACILITIES IN THE INTEREST OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION AND LEISURE-TIME OCCUPATION WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THE SAID INHABITANTS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £21,494 for the year ended 30 September 2025, driven by unrestricted income decreasing to £72,232 from £84,073 in the prior year. Per the trustees' report, free reserves (unrestricted funds excluding fixed assets) stood at £109,084, which is above the stated policy target of approximately £28,000 representing six months of operation without income. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable regulations.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the aim of the trustees that sufficient funds are held to operate the facilities for a period of 6 months without any income sources. This would amount to approximately £28,000.”
“On 1 November 2020, the wholly owned subsidiary of the charity, Wincanton Sports Ground Management Company Limited (“WSGMC”) (company number 05406944), transferred its trade and assets to the charity.” — page 10
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (04/09/2020)
Trustees
- Justin Frenchchair
- Alan James Waistell
- Andrew Chesterman
- Colin Pebworth
- Craig Stock
- Steven Darcy
- Stuart Matthews
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £84k | £85k |
| 30/09/2024 | £84k | £59k |
| 30/09/2023 | £52k | £64k |
| 30/09/2022 | £83k | £98k |
| 30/09/2021 | £86k | £104k |
Common questions
Is WINCANTON RECREATIONAL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £21,494 for the year ended 30 September 2025, driven by unrestricted income decreasing to £72,232 from £84,073 in the prior year. Per the trustees' report, free reserves (unrestricted funds excluding fixed assets) stood at £109,084, which is above the stated policy target of approximately £28,000 representing six months of operation without income. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable regulations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Community Foundation | 25/05/2022 | £10k | Business development, including capital investment in audio visual equipment, and volunteer development |