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Registered number: 06594594
Masterpiece London Limited
Unaudited Financial Statements
For The Year Ended 31 December 2024
Andrew Lillingston Limited
13 Hurlingham Studios
Ranelagh Gardens
London
SW6 3PA
Contents
Page
Balance Sheet 1—2
Notes to the Financial Statements 3—5
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Balance Sheet
Registered number: 06594594
2024 2023
Notes £ £ £ £
FIXED ASSETS
Intangible Assets 4 - 2,993
Tangible Assets 5 875 -
875 2,993
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors 6 93,485 5,161
Cash at bank and in hand 14,973 114,394
108,458 119,555
Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year 7 (93,004 ) (44,724 )
NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES) 15,454 74,831
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 16,329 77,824
Creditors: Amounts Falling Due After More Than One Year 8 (935,000 ) (835,000 )
NET LIABILITIES (918,671 ) (757,176 )
CAPITAL AND RESERVES
Called up share capital 9 18,750 18,750
Capital redemption reserve 7,565 7,565
Profit and Loss Account (944,986 ) (783,491 )
SHAREHOLDERS' FUNDS (918,671) (757,176)
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For the year ending 31 December 2024 the company was entitled to exemption from audit 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.
The company has taken advantage of section 444(1) of the Companies Act 2006 and opted not to deliver to the registrar a copy of the company's Profit and Loss Account.
On behalf of the board
Ms Eleonara Gennari
Director
22/09/2025
The notes on pages 3 to 5 form part of these financial statements.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. General Information
Masterpiece London Limited is a private company, limited by shares, incorporated in England & Wales, registered number 06594594 . The registered office is 13 Hurlingham Studios, Ranelagh Gardens, London, SW6 3PA.
2. Accounting Policies
2.1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102 section 1A Small Entities "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Companies Act 2006.
2.2. Going Concern Disclosure
As at 31 December 2024 the company had net liabilities of £918,671 (2023 £757,176). The loss for the year ended 31 December 2024 was £161,495 (2023: profit of £2,091,793).The Company’s primary purpose remains the creation of events within the art space, with a current strategic focus on utilising the Masterpiece brand IP to develop future events. In addition, the company employs strategy and communications experts who provide consultancy services to other businesses within the Group. The parent company has confirmed its ongoing support to Masterpiece London Ltd. Accordingly, the Directors are satisfied that it is appropriate to continue preparing these financial statements on the going concern basis.
2.3. Turnover
Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover is reduced for estimated customer returns, rebates and other similar allowances.
Sale of goods
Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods has transferred to the buyer. This is usually at the point that the customer has signed for the delivery of the goods.
Rendering of services
Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs. Turnover is only recognised to the extent of recoverable expenses when the outcome of a contract cannot be estimated reliably.
2.4. Intangible Fixed Assets and Amortisation - Other Intangible
Other intangible assets are Trademarks. It is amortised to Profit and Loss Account over its estimated economic life of ten years.
2.5. Tangible Fixed Assets and Depreciation
Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of the fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following bases:
Plant & Machinery - 20% straight line
Fixtures & Fittings - 20% straight line
2.6. Foreign Currencies
Monetary assets and liabilities in foreign currencies are translated into sterling at the rates of exchange ruling at the balance sheet date. Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into sterling at the rate ruling on the date of the transaction. Exchange differences are taken into account in arriving at the operating profit.
3. Average Number of Employees
Average number of employees, including directors, during the year was: 2 (2023: 3)
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4. Intangible Assets
Other
£
Cost
As at 1 January 2024 42,041
As at 31 December 2024 42,041
Amortisation
As at 1 January 2024 39,048
Provided during the period 2,993
As at 31 December 2024 42,041
Net Book Value
As at 31 December 2024 -
As at 1 January 2024 2,993
5. Tangible Assets
Fixtures & Fittings
£
Cost
As at 1 January 2024 40,108
Additions 1,166
As at 31 December 2024 41,274
Depreciation
As at 1 January 2024 40,108
Provided during the period 291
As at 31 December 2024 40,399
Net Book Value
As at 31 December 2024 875
As at 1 January 2024 -
6. Debtors
2024 2023
£ £
Due within one year
Trade debtors 33,089 -
Prepayments and accrued income 48,630 4,273
Other debtors 9,599 -
VAT 2,167 888
93,485 5,161
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7. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year
2024 2023
£ £
Trade creditors 85,556 44,589
Other taxes and social security 7,448 135
93,004 44,724
8. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due After More Than One Year
2024 2023
£ £
Amounts owed to group undertakings 935,000 835,000
The loan to group undertakings consisted of a loan of £935,000 from MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd (2023: £835,000).
9. Share Capital
2024 2023
£ £
Allotted, Called up and fully paid 18,750 18,750
10. Related Party Transactions
Masterpiece Asia Limited
During the year the company made purchases totalling £18,691 (2022: £9,128) for Masterpiece Asia Limited, the company's subsidiary.
MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd
During the year the company received £100,000 (2023: £835,000) capital loan from MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd the company's parent company. 
During the year, loan interest of £34,313 (2023: £32,331) was charged by MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd. This is recorded within trade creditors. As at 31 December 2024 the company owed MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd £1,001,644 (2023: £867,331).
11. Controlling Party
The immediate parent undertaking is MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd, a company incorporated in Switzerland, which at the year end holds 100% of the shares of the company.
The ultimate parent undertaking is MCH Group AG.  The smallest and largest group to prepare consolidated financial statements is MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd and MCH Group AG respectively. Copies of the MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd and MCH Group AG consolidated financial statements can be obtained from the Company Secretary at 1 Messeplatz, 4058 Basel, Switzerland.
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