1ST/4TH ADDLESTONE (ST PAUL'S) SCOUT GROUP
The objectives of the group are as a unit of the Scout Association to promote the development of young people as responsible citizens by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted cash funds of £103,775.98, which exceeds the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £45,000 (24 months of running costs plus emergency reserves). The trustees report that the group has sufficient resources to continue its charitable activities and has identified no material uncertainties regarding its ability to operate.
What the accounts disclose
“The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the Group should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Group Trustee Board considers that the Group should hold a sum equivalent to 24 months running costs, circa £30,000 plus an additional £15,000 to cover emergencies relating to the building (£10,000) or equipment (£5,000).” — page 4
Trustees
- GEORGE BARTRAN KERRchair
- Dr Penelope Ann Lympany
- KEVIN COOMBS
- Lawrence Caradoc Way
- MR STEVE BARRET-JOLLEY
- PETER JOHN REYNOLDS
- Peter John Reynolds
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £35k | £41k |
| 31/03/2024 | £51k | £39k |
| 31/03/2023 | £45k | £38k |
| 31/03/2022 | £34k | £18k |
| 31/03/2021 | £62k | £49k |
Common questions
Is 1ST/4TH ADDLESTONE (ST PAUL'S) SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted cash funds of £103,775.98, which exceeds the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £45,000 (24 months of running costs plus emergency reserves). The trustees report that the group has sufficient resources to continue its charitable activities and has identified no material uncertainties regarding its ability to operate. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.