ACCESSIBLE BOATING ASSOCIATION
To provide boating for people with disabilities in two boats equipped for the disabled and their carers.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds net assets of £147,291, with a specific 'New boat fund' of £70,946 and a general float of around £30,000 for maintenance. The trustees report that funds are not in deficit and reserves are held towards the long-term cost of replacing boats. The charity generated a surplus of £20,775 for the year, indicating stable financial health.
What the accounts disclose
“A 'float' of around £30,000 is held in case of urgent maintenance or repairs required by either of the boats. The remaining reserves are held towards the cost of replacing the boats in the longer term.” — page 2
Trustees
- JOHN RANSONchair
- Annette Keith
- Brian Drew
- Cheryl Richards
- Derek Green
- Gordon Keyte
- MILDRED STOCKS
- Steve Lavender
- WG CDR DAVID JACKSON WG CDR
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £45k | £24k |
| 31/10/2024 | £31k | £22k |
| 31/10/2023 | £26k | £19k |
| 31/10/2022 | £20k | £19k |
| 31/10/2021 | £35k | £22k |
Common questions
Is ACCESSIBLE BOATING ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds net assets of £147,291, with a specific 'New boat fund' of £70,946 and a general float of around £30,000 for maintenance. The trustees report that funds are not in deficit and reserves are held towards the long-term cost of replacing boats. The charity generated a surplus of £20,775 for the year, indicating stable financial health. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.