KINGSTON AND DISTRICT UNIT 203 OF THE SEA CADET CORPS
Provision of help to young people in Surrey training in sailing, rowing, seamanship, navigation, drill,range shooting and related skills. Also training young people to carry out the military duties in connection with Remembrance and similar occasions.
Objects
The charitable purpose of the Unit (the Purpose) is to promote the development of young people in achieving their physical, intellectual and social potential as individuals and as responsible citizens by the provision of education and leisure time activities using a nautical theme and in accordance with the principles, ethos and practices of the Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC).
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an overall loss for the year of £12,733, driven by an operating loss of £8,266 and a loss on investments of £4,467. The Trustees maintain that reserves are not excessive and are likely to be required in the future to maintain the building and services. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £223,720, which provide a significant buffer against the reported financial deficit.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the Trustees to maintain sufficient reserves to enable the charity to continue to provide services to young people in accordance with the objectives of the charity and to maintain the fabric, equipment and services of the building to a high standard.” — page 7
“Mr Clive Barger receives a contribution towards the accountancy service he provides of £4,320 pa (2024 - £4,320 pa) . He is not a Trustee.)” — page 15
“Mr Edward Bentall and Mr. Tony Anstee are Trustees of The Rowan Bentall Charitable Trust and both make donations to the charity.” — page 6
“Mr Clive Barger receives a contribution towards the accountancy service he provides of £4,320 pa (2024 - £4,320 pa) . He is not a Trustee.)” — page 15
“Mr Edward Bentall and Mr. Tony Anstee are Trustees of The Rowan Bentall Charitable Trust and both make donations to the charity.” — page 6
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Conflicting interests
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Investing charity funds policy and procedures
- Investment
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- DAVID BROCK
- James Duffy
- Keith Lemon
- MR TIM HOPE-WYNNE
- Peter Reginald Mould
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £36k | £44k |
| 31/03/2024 | £26k | £35k |
| 31/03/2023 | £23k | £45k |
| 31/03/2022 | £21k | £51k |
| 31/03/2021 | £40k | £49k |
Common questions
Is KINGSTON AND DISTRICT UNIT 203 OF THE SEA CADET CORPS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an overall loss for the year of £12,733, driven by an operating loss of £8,266 and a loss on investments of £4,467. The Trustees maintain that reserves are not excessive and are likely to be required in the future to maintain the building and services. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £223,720, which provide a significant buffer against the reported financial deficit. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.