MAYFIELD CRICKET CLUB
The main activity of the charity was the provision of facilities and the organisation and playing of competitive and friendly cricket. The trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £1,088 for the year ended 31 October 2025, following a deficit in the previous year. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted funds (represented by the net assets of £348,942) are maintained to cover cash flows for a rolling 12-month period, with a closing cash balance of £9,831. The charity holds significant fixed assets valued at £422,673 but carries long-term liabilities of £51,045, primarily consisting of interest-free loans.
What the accounts disclose
“The closing cash balance is £9,831 (2024: £3,728).” — page 5
“£5,000 is an interest free loan from a Trustee.” — page 13
“The investment represents 100% of the equity share capital of Wellbrook Social Club Limited, which operates bar and catering facilities at the Wellbrook Ground” — page 11
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- BRYAN BLUNDELLchair
- ANDREW PARKER
- Carl Shankland
- MARTIN JAMES HARDY JOHNSTON M.A.,F.C.A
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £64k | £63k |
| 31/10/2024 | £43k | £45k |
| 31/10/2023 | £48k | £54k |
| 31/10/2022 | £44k | £45k |
| 31/10/2021 | £53k | £49k |
Common questions
Is MAYFIELD CRICKET CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £1,088 for the year ended 31 October 2025, following a deficit in the previous year. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted funds (represented by the net assets of £348,942) are maintained to cover cash flows for a rolling 12-month period, with a closing cash balance of £9,831. The charity holds significant fixed assets valued at £422,673 but carries long-term liabilities of £51,045, primarily consisting of interest-free loans. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 02/03/2026 | £14k | Hybrid wickets for Mayfield Cricket Club |
| Sport England | 30/05/2022 | £3k | Jubilee Fund - Creating a Sporting Community Hub |
| Sport England | 23/04/2020 | £1k | COVID-19 CEF |