PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
12156847 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 August 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 September 2023

End date: 31 August 2024

PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Community Interest Report

PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

2024 2023


£

£
Turnover: 36,179 1,481
Cost of sales: ( 36,703 ) ( 1,824 )
Gross profit(or loss): (524) (343)
Distribution costs: 0 0
Administrative expenses: 0 0
Other operating income: 0 0
Operating profit(or loss): (524) (343)
Interest receivable and similar income: 0 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: (524) (343)
Tax: 0 0
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: (524) (343)

PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Balance sheet

As at 31 August 2024

Notes 2024 2023


£

£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets:   0 0
Tangible assets:   0 0
Investments:   0 0
Total fixed assets: 0 0
Current assets
Stocks:   0 0
Debtors:   0 0
Cash at bank and in hand: 2,493 2,240
Investments:   0 0
Total current assets: 2,493 2,240
Net current assets (liabilities): 2,493 2,240
Total assets less current liabilities: 2,493 2,240
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year:   0 0
Provision for liabilities: 0 0
Accruals and deferred income: 0 0
Total net assets (liabilities): 2,493 2,240
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 2,493 2,240
Total members' funds: 2,493 2,240

The notes form part of these financial statements

PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 August 2024 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 6 May 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Sharon Price
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

    Turnover policy

    Turnover is recognised on a cash basis and represents income received during the year from sponsorship, ticket sales, and other commercial activities related to the delivery of Photo North's programmes. The organisation is committed to maintaining a mixed-income model, demonstrating both partner engagement and public-facing viability.

PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 August 2024

  • 2. Employees

    2024 2023
    Average number of employees during the period 0 0

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

PHOTO NORTH FESTIVAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company Number: 12156847 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 August 2024

Company activities and impact

Photo North Festival CIC operates an annual photography and visual storytelling festival that promotes social engagement, education, and emerging creative talent. The 2024 edition of the festival took place in April at The Carriageworks in Leeds. During the financial year 2023–2024, the company’s activities benefited the community in the following ways: Approximately 800 visitors, including local residents, students, and photography enthusiasts, attended the festival, engaging with exhibitions, talks, and workshops that encouraged social awareness, creative discussion, and community cohesion. The festival provided direct freelance opportunities for around 20 creative professionals, including photographers, curators, event producers, designers, and technicians, supporting employment within the cultural and freelance sectors. More than 1000 emerging artists and students received valuable professional development through free portfolio reviews, mentoring, and career advice sessions, helping them build confidence and industry connections. The programme featured a diverse range of exhibitions highlighting themes such as migration, identity, and social justice, giving a platform to underrepresented voices and prompting critical public engagement. Educational outreach included partnerships with local colleges and universities, enabling students to gain hands-on experience in curating, installing exhibitions, and running events. Photo North Festival CIC used all sponsorship income to deliver cultural events and exhibitions promoting documentary photography. These activities benefited the community by offering public access to talks, workshops, and visual storytelling, fostering cultural engagement and education.

Consultation with stakeholders

During the year, we maintained regular informal consultation with our stakeholders, including attendees, partners, sponsors, and community collaborators. Feedback was gathered through in-person conversations at the festival, post-event communications, and social media engagement. This input has informed the planning of future events, programming decisions, and partnership development. Given the small scale of our organisation, this approach remains the most effective and responsive method of engagement.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
6 May 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Sharon Price
Status: Director