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STRATEGIC REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
The Directors present their strategic report for the year ended 31 October 2024.
The Company is required by the Companies Act to set out in this report, a fair review of the business of the Company during the financial year ended 31 October 2024, and its position at the end of the year along with a description of the principal risks and uncertainties facing the Company. This review is prepared solely to provide additional information to shareholders to assess the Company's strategies and the potential for those strategies to succeed, and the business review should not be relied upon by any other party or for any other purpose.
The results for the year and financial position of the company are as shown in the annexed financial statements. We aim to present a balanced and comprehensive review of the development and performance of our business during the year and its position at the year end. Our review is consistent with the size and nature of our business and is written in the context of the risks and uncertainties we face.
During the year, we continued to provide guided walking holidays for small groups to the UK, Europe and to worldwide destinations, capitalising on our proven record of success in this area and developing a range of new destinations for our clients. We also operate a country house hotel called Hassness House at Buttermere in the Lake District and have an investment portfolio consisting of properties and listed stocks. This financial year saw the effects of the Ramble Worldwide rebrand, both positive and negative. This single brand allowed better communication of our worldwide range of holidays and has allowed us to appeal to a new slightly younger market. However, some traction was lost on organic search to our website following this change and it took the best part of the year to regain but now we have surpassed where we were with our old website with the previous brand. Tour Operation The financial year ended 31 October 2024 turnover was comparable with the prior year at £14.8m. This is the blended result of changing the product mix and pricing for a similar number of traveling clients. With this being a year of transition, the marketing team focussed on improving our message to new and existing clients while the operational team continued to focus on creating excellent client care and a positive client experience overall. The Gross Profit margin of 26.61% is a small reduction compared to the prior year of 28.22% partly due to tour activity and product mix but also due to a write back of some historic creditor balances that improved the costs of sales in 2023 accounts and which did not repeat in 2024. This financial year saw an increase in overhead expenditure across all cost lines as there was planned investment back into all areas of the business. Employment costs higher in line with recruitment levels, an increase in Marketing spend due to a rebrand project, planned development in IT infrastructure as well as improvements to the properties owned. Overall, the Company has made an Operating loss in this financial year but has used the year to invest in its people, marketing, IT and premises in order to allow future growth and scalability. The Executive team has undergone some changes in the year and the Company’s future projections are looking more positive. The Product & Commercial team continue to monitor individual and regional tour performance alongside the Senior Management team who continue to monitor budgets set in all other areas of the business to ensure activity is aligned with tour performance. Cashflow is monitored weekly and remains healthy. Supplier payments continue to be made promptly for both direct cost of sale suppliers and overhead contract suppliers.
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STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
Business review (continued)
Investment properties All three of the Mill Race units continue to be fully occupied for the whole financial year. Looking ahead The travel market has performed well during the year and forward bookings are stronger for FY24-25 than at the same time last year for FY23-24. The Group continues to react to the changing client demands in terms of destination, grading and duration of the product mix. The Executive closely monitor and ensure compliance over our key regulations, for example; the changing European TOMS VAT landscape, ATOL and ABTA requirements. The regulatory bodies review the financial statements and business activity with scrutiny and the Board is confident that the Group is meeting all necessary requirements. The Group has remained competitively priced and with an increase in holidays and diversification of products on sale, we are confident that we can build the business back up and increase our market presence. The key performance indicators used by the Directors to monitor the progress of the Company are set out below, being those that communicate the financial performance and strength of the Company, these being turnover, gross margin, overall profitability and cashflows:
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STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
The following risk factors may affect the Group's operating results and its financial position. The risk factors described below are those which the directors believe are potentially significant but should not be regarded as a complete and comprehensive statement of all potential risk and uncertainties facing the Group.
Economic conditions The demand for holidays is affected by local economic conditions. The current levels of inflation and the cost of living crisis will undoubtedly impact the holiday market as a whole both as an absolute decision as to where to travel and also the lead time for booking. We believe we continue to offer good value exciting holidays which satisfy our clients desire to travel, which we believe will provide us with more stability in potentially volatile market conditions. There are external factors over which we have little control such as the recent pandemic, the invasion of Ukraine and the conflict in the Middle East which result in global impacts on prices and the affordability and ability to travel, but we believe our recent experience of reacting to these issues leaves us in a strong position. Market Risk the Group is exposed to movement in valuation of tradeable investments held in the company’s investment portfolio. Regulatory risk The Group is exposed to various regulators, including the Civil Aviation Authority ("CAA"), which issues an Air Travel Organisers Licence ("ATOL"), which is required in order for the Group to operate. This licence is renewed in March each year and is subject to assessments of fitness and financial criteria, the framework of which is available on the CAA's website (www.caa.co.uk). Interest rate risk The Group finances its operations through retained profits. The Group's exposure to interest rate fluctuations on its cash deposits are managed by using short term, fixed and floating deposits. Competition risk The Group operates in a highly competitive market featuring innovation in the travel products and the methods by which it is marketed, as well as price pressures. In autumn 2023 the Group rebranded as Ramble Worldwide to increase public awareness, as well as offer an increased selection of products which we believe will deliver an increased market share. The Group monitors competitor activity closely. Foreign exchange rate exposure The Group faces transactional exposure primarily relating to the cost of contracting accommodation for tours both in Europe and worldwide, which is required many months in advance of the tour occurring. To manage this risk, a policy of forward buying foreign currencies at a percentage of future forecast requirements has been used. Supplier failure risk The Group has well established and close relationships with customers and suppliers and risk is spread by not placing over-reliance on any one supplier in any particular area. However, if a relationship were lost or damaged with a major supplier this could have a detrimental effect on the business. The management team meets regularly with suppliers to maintain good working relationships and to understand the supplier's financial position. Technology risk The Group is heavily reliant on the uninterrupted operation of its IT systems. These systems are vulnerable to power loss, fire, computer viruses and other events. Loss of these systems would impair the ability of the Group to carry on its business effectively. The Group has made arrangements to mitigate this risk including having multiple leased lines into its main office, moving to hosted solutions for its key systems and having employees working across multiple locations. Additionally, the Group has in place cyber security measures such as firewalls subject to periodic penetration testing, data security policies and cyber security training for all employees.
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STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
Principal risks and uncertainties (continued)
Commercial risk The nature of the business exposes the Group to various commercial risks which may affect the trading performance of the Group. These include: - acts of terrorism, particularly in key tourist destinations - epidemics in key tourist destinations which threaten the health of tourists - wars or other international uncertainty which affects air travel - natural disasters in key tourist destinations - weather conditions, both in the UK and key tourist destinations - changes in customer behaviour and preferences - increases in government taxes Marketing Risk In autumn 2023 the Group rebranded as Ramble Worldwide to increase public awareness. Establishing Ramble Worldwide on digital channels (e.g. Google) requires time and investment and results are dependent on several external factors including competitor and market forces. These factors may affect the Group by causing potential customers to cancel or postpone travel plans, reducing the earnings potential of the Group. The Group seeks to minimise such risks by operating a flexible limited commitment business model with the ability to shift capacity amongst a variety of destinations where necessary. In the case of a global shut down of the travel industry, as was experienced due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Group seeks to mitigate risk by substantial cost cutting, while protecting its ability to effectively compete in the future.
This report was approved by the board on 20 March 2025 and signed on its behalf.
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DIRECTORS' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
The directors present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 October 2024.
The directors are responsible for preparing the Strategic Report, the Directors' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
In preparing these financial statements, the directors are required to:
∙select suitable accounting policies for the Company's financial statements and then apply them consistently;
∙make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
∙state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
∙prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Company will continue in business.
The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the Company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Company and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The directors are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the corporate and financial information included on the Company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements and other information included in Directors' Reports may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.
The profit for the year, after taxation, amounted to £745,467 (2023 - £117,707).
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DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
The directors who served during the year were:
During the next accounting period, there is anticipated growth in passenger numbers with a key objective to reach new and a boarder range of clients. There is a new Senior Leadership team with new initiatives to drive growth, for example, new channels to market, including trade relationships and international source markets. There is a broader product mix with new destinations and a revision to existing itineraries.
The directors have disclosed, in line with the Companies Act 2006, additional performance data for the Company in the strategic report which is included within this set of financial statements. This includes a review of the performance of the business and the key performance indicators, as well as the main risks faced by the business.
There have been no other significant events affecting the Company since the year end.
During 2025, the Company will continue to operate as outlined in the principal activity note above.
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DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
The auditors, White Hart Associates (London) Limited, will be proposed for reappointment in accordance with section 485 of the Companies Act 2006.
This report was approved by the board on
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF RWH TRAVEL LIMITED
We have audited the financial statements of RWH Travel Limited (the 'Company') for the year ended 31 October 2024, which comprise the Statement of Comprehensive Income, the Statement of Financial Position, the Statement of Cash Flows, the Statement of Changes in Equity and the related notes, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors' responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the Company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the United Kingdom, including the Financial Reporting Council's Ethical Standard and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.
Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the Company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.
Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the directors with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF RWH TRAVEL LIMITED (CONTINUED)
The other information comprises the information included in the Annual Report other than the financial statements and our Auditors' Report thereon. The directors are responsible for the other information contained within the Annual Report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.
We have nothing to report in this regard.
In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:
∙the information given in the Strategic Report and the Directors' Report for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared is consistent with the financial statements; and
∙the Strategic Report and the Directors' Report have been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF RWH TRAVEL LIMITED (CONTINUED)
In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the Company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the Strategic Report or the Directors' Report.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF RWH TRAVEL LIMITED (CONTINUED)
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an Auditors' Report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.
Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:
- We exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit; - We identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the deliberate override of internal control; - We obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of internal control; - We evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made; - We assess the risk of management override of controls, including testing journal entries and other adjustments for appropriateness, and evaluating the business rationale of significant transactions outside the normal course of business; - We review the scope of the Company's compliance with The Package and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 (“PTRs”) and sample test relevant documentation to assess this and the effectiveness of its control environment; - We request and review the minutes of management meetings, and assess any matters identified not already provided for or disclosed that may materially impact the financial statements; - We review the Company's relationships with related parties, identifying and disclosing transactions during the year and balances at year-end with such parties.
A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council's website at: www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our Auditors' Report.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF RWH TRAVEL LIMITED (CONTINUED)
This report is made solely to the Company's shareholders, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the Company's shareholders those matters we are required to state to them in an Auditors' Report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Company and the Company's shareholders, as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
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Chartered Accountants and Statutory Auditors
2nd Floor, Nucleus House
2 Lower Mortlake Road
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STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 31 OCTOBER 2024
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION (CONTINUED)
AS AT 31 OCTOBER 2024
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board and were signed on its behalf by:
The notes on pages 19 to 40 form part of these financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
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ANALYSIS OF NET DEBT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
As disclosed in the Directors' Report, the principal activity of the Company in the year under review was that of a tour operator specialising in guided walking tour holidays.
The Company is a private company limited by shares and is incorporated in England. The address of the Company's principal place of business and registered office is Lemsford Mill, Lemsford Village, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 7TR.
2.Accounting policies
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention unless otherwise specified within these accounting policies and in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006.
The preparation of financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgment in applying the Company's accounting policies (see note 3).
The following principal accounting policies have been applied:
The Board and management meet regularly during the year and continue to review the Group’s financial position, budgets and forecasts in order to neutralise the potential financial impact from any significant downturn in trading.
As a result of these reviews and projections, the Board and management have a reasonable expectation that the Group has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, being at least the following 12 months from the signing of these financial statements. This is supported by the strong balance sheet with a healthy mix of fixed assets and net current assets, the recent trading performance and the current bookings already taken for 2025. The Company is well placed to meet and service the additional volume. Consequently, the directors believe that it is still appropriate to apply the going concern basis for the foreseeable future.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
2.Accounting policies (continued)
Functional and presentation currency
Transactions and balances
Turnover is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the turnover can be reliably measured. Turnover is measured as the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, excluding discounts, rebates, value added tax and other sales taxes. All turnover relating to tours with departure dates after the financial year end are treated as advanced receipts as at the Statement of Financial Position date and are separately disclosed under other creditors. Payments made to suppliers in respect of future departures are treated as advanced payments and are separately disclosed under other debtors.
The cost of loyalty points are treated as deferred income, with deferred turnover equal to the estimated fair value of the points issued, recognised when the original transaction occurs. On redemption, the cost of the redemption is offset against the deferred income balance.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
2.Accounting policies (continued)
All intangible assets are considered to have a finite useful life. If a reliable estimate of the useful life cannot be made, the useful life shall not exceed ten years.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
2.Accounting policies (continued)
Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, using the straight-line method.
Depreciation is provided on the following basis:
The assets' residual values, useful lives and depreciation methods are reviewed, and adjusted prospectively if appropriate, or if there is an indication of a significant change since the last reporting date.
Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are recognised in profit or loss.
Fair values are determined from market based evidence normally undertaken by professionally qualified valuers.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
2.Accounting policies (continued)
Provisions are measured as the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation, taking into account the related risks and uncertainties.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024
2.Accounting policies (continued)
The Company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 “Basic Financial Instruments” of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the Company's Statement of Financial Position when the Company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include trade and other receivables, cash and bank balances, are initially measured at their transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at their amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any provision for impairment, unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest.
Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial. The Company's cash and cash equivalents, trade and most other receivables due with the operating cycle fall into this category of financial instruments.
Other financial assets
Other financial assets, which includes investments in equity instruments which are not classified as subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures, are initially measured at fair value, which is normally the recognised transaction price. Such assets are subsequently measured at fair value with the changes in fair value being recognised in the profit or loss. Where other financial assets are not publicly traded, hence their fair value cannot be measured reliably, they are measured at cost less impairment.
Financial liabilities
Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instruments any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the Company after the deduction of all its liabilities.
Basic financial liabilities, which include trade and other payables, bank loans and other loans are initially measured at their transaction price after transaction costs. When this constitutes a financing transaction, whereby the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at their amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.
Trade payables are obligations to pay for goods and services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Trade payables are classified as current liabilities if the payment is due within one year. If not, they represent non-current liabilities. Trade payables are initially recognised at their transaction price and subsequently are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial.
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2.Accounting policies (continued)
Other financial instruments
Derivatives, including forward exchange contracts, futures contracts and interest rate swaps, are not classified as basic financial instruments. These are initially recognised at fair value on the date the derivative contract is entered into, with costs being charged to the profit or loss. They are subsequently measured at fair value with changes in the profit or loss.
Debt instruments that do not meet the conditions as set out in FRS 102 paragraph 11.9 are subsequently measured at fair value through the profit or loss. This recognition and measurement would also apply to financial instruments where the performance is evaluated on a fair value basis as with a documented risk management or investment strategy.
Derecognition of financial instruments
Derecognition of financial assets
Financial assets are derecognised when their contractual right to future cash flow expire, or are settled, or when the Company transfers the asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to another party. If significant risks and rewards of ownership are retained after the transfer to another party, then the Company will continue to recognise the value of the portion of the risks and rewards retained.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the Company's contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.
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a) Critical judgments in applying the Company’s accounting policies Customer loyalty scheme The Company operates a loyalty programme based on a points scheme, which results in deferred income being recognised. In accordance with FRS 102, the standalone selling price attributed to the awarded loyalty points is deferred as a liability and recognised as settled on redemption of the points and provision of service to the participants to whom the points were issued. The standalone selling price of the loyalty points is based on the value of the awards for which the points could be redeemed. The Company also recognises revenue associated with the proportion of award credits which are not expected to be redeemed, based on the results of statistical modelling. The balance of deferred revenue arising from the customer loyalty scheme at 31 October 2024 is £392,738 (2023: £340,478). The directors believe that there are no other critical judgments involved in applying the Company's accounting policies that warrant disclosure. b) Key accounting estimates and assumptions The Company has historically run a Leaders Conference every 4 years, which allows the leaders and management to share ideas, business knowledge and best practices, whilst also allowing for updating and improving training and safety procedures, customer experiences, leader processes and more. To ensure the costs of this conference are spread evenly across the intervening accounting periods, a provision is made at the end of each financial year, and reversed in the year of the conference taking place. The next conference is due to be held in 2025 and a total cost provision of £77,085 is included in accruals and deferred income within creditors (note 20) at 31 October 2024. The directors believe that there are no other key accounting estimates and assumptions involved in applying the Company's accounting policies that warrant disclosure.
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12.Taxation (continued)
There were no factors that may affect future tax charges.
At the year end, the Company has unrelieved tax losses of £5,256,022 and capital losses of £98,517 to use against future profits and capital gains.
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14.Tangible fixed assets (continued)
Cost or valuation at 31 October 2024 is as follows:
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The 2024 valuations were made by Brown & Lee Chartered Surveyors on 31 October 2021, on an open market value for existing use basis.
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Revaluation reserve
Profit and loss account
The Company operates a defined contributions pension scheme. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the Company in an independently administered fund. The pension cost charge represents contributions payable by the Company to the fund and amounted to £129,671 (2023: £95,760). Contributions totalling £14,931 (2023: £18,863) were payable to the fund at the reporting date and are included in creditors.
The Company currently holds an Air Travel Organisers' License ('ATOL') issued by the Civil Aviation Authority ('CAA'), is a member of the Association of British Travel Agents Limited ('ABTA') and is an accredited agent of the International Air Transport Association ('IATA').
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The Company's immediate and ultimate parent undertaking is Ramblers Holidays Group Limited, a company that is limited by guarantee.
In the opinion of the directors, there is no single ultimate controlling party.
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