1ST OULTON BROAD SEA SCOUTS
The 1st Oulton Broad Sea Scout Group is one of one hundred groups recognised by the Royal Navy within the United Kingdom. All aims & activities are as directed within the Policy, Organisation and Rules (POR) of the Scout Association.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a financial surplus for the year, driven by a fivefold increase in fundraising income. The trustees report that unrestricted reserves of £15,480 are satisfactory against a policy target of £15,000, ensuring continuity of activities. The group maintains sufficient insurance and internal controls to mitigate identified risks such as reduced income or loss of volunteers.
What the accounts disclose
“Sundry Receipts 11,886” — page 1
“The Group Executive Committee considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months running costs, circa £15K.”
Trustees
- John Siddleschair
- ALAN JOHN GOSLING
- Callum Howard
- Liam Teahan
- Martin Sherry
- Paul Rice
- Samantha Hurren
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £29k | £27k |
| 31/03/2024 | £14k | £15k |
| 31/03/2023 | £11k | £16k |
| 31/03/2022 | £7k | £13k |
| 31/03/2021 | £24k | £9k |
Common questions
Is 1ST OULTON BROAD SEA SCOUTS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a financial surplus for the year, driven by a fivefold increase in fundraising income. The trustees report that unrestricted reserves of £15,480 are satisfactory against a policy target of £15,000, ensuring continuity of activities. The group maintains sufficient insurance and internal controls to mitigate identified risks such as reduced income or loss of volunteers. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/03/2006 | £4k | Disabled Toilets |