BARWELL SPORTS TRUST
The charity's objectives are for the public benefit generally but with particular reference to the inhabitants of Barwell and its surrounding areas 3.1 to promote the community participation in recreation by providing facilities for the playing of sports capable of improving fitness and health.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit for the year, primarily driven by depreciation charges on its tangible fixed assets, although its operational running costs generated a surplus. Unrestricted reserves stood at £27,727, while total funds carried forward decreased to £423,198 from the previous year's £461,574. The trustees maintain a designated sinking fund for future pitch resurfacing, with a stated policy to allocate £25,000 annually.
What the accounts disclose
“A clear policy by the trustees is to hold funds for the future resurfacing of the facility estimated in 10 years time, it has been suggested by the football foundation that £25,000 per year needs to be allocated into a sinking fund.” — page 4
“During the year, the charity received £1,875 (2024: £500) in donations, and £NIL (2024:£NIL) in sponsorship income, from Barwell Cricket Club towards the electricity costs of the charity as they use the facilities during the winter.” — page 18
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2022)
Trustees
- David Laingchair
- ROBERT GUEST
- Simon William Mathieson
- craig trapps
- thomas Wright
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £56k | £94k |
| 31/03/2024 | £68k | £95k |
| 31/03/2023 | £47k | £87k |
| 31/03/2022 | £591k | £78k |
Common questions
Is BARWELL SPORTS TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit for the year, primarily driven by depreciation charges on its tangible fixed assets, although its operational running costs generated a surplus. Unrestricted reserves stood at £27,727, while total funds carried forward decreased to £423,198 from the previous year's £461,574. The trustees maintain a designated sinking fund for future pitch resurfacing, with a stated policy to allocate £25,000 annually. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.