BEEHIVE CARE GROUP
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £2,304,650, driven largely by a one-off transfer of reserves from Abbeyfield Ferring Society Limited. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds unrestricted free reserves of £2,291,667, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of £447,500 (three months of core running costs). The trustees confirm the charity is in a strong financial position with no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The number of employees whose emoluments fell within the following bands was: 2024 No 1 £60,001 - £70,000” — page 26
“The number of employees whose emoluments fell within the following bands was: 2024 No 1 £60,001 - £70,000” — page 26
“The trustees have established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed or invested in tangible fixed assets, ‘free reserves’, held by the charity should be a minimum of 3 months core running costs. Based on the costs for 2024, this stands at £447,500.” — page 7
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/10/2025)
Care Quality Commission ratings
- Cornwell House, Beehive Care: Good
- Support at Home, Beehive Care: Good
- Old School House, Beehive Care: Good
Trustees
- Andrew Thomson
- Betty Elsie McCann
- Christopher John Hayhoe
- Daphne Slator
- David Botting
- Jill Lancaster
- John Charles Gough
- SALLY MCDONALD
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £1.8m | £2.0m |
| 31/10/2024 | £4.1m | £1.8m |
Common questions
Is BEEHIVE CARE GROUP financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £2,304,650, driven largely by a one-off transfer of reserves from Abbeyfield Ferring Society Limited. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds unrestricted free reserves of £2,291,667, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of £447,500 (three months of core running costs). The trustees confirm the charity is in a strong financial position with no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by Hodson & Co.
What does the highest-paid employee of BEEHIVE CARE GROUP earn?
Per its FY2024 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £60,001 - £70,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.