WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
ABRIDGED ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
CONTENTS
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Balance sheet
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Notes to the financial statements
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WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024
31 December 2024
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2024
2023
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
3
22,153,555
22,353,480
Investments
4
5,042,892
4,129,467
27,196,447
26,482,947
Current assets
Stocks
67,010
67,010
Debtors
1,899,052
2,839,760
Cash at bank and in hand
2,166,860
1,317,096
4,132,922
4,223,866
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
(1,374,168)
(1,470,081)
Net current assets
2,758,754
2,753,785
Total assets less current liabilities
29,955,201
29,236,732
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
(1,539,309)
(2,055,264)
Net assets
28,415,892
27,181,468
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
5
22,621,166
22,621,166
Revaluation reserve
2,331,818
2,320,099
Profit and loss reserves
3,462,908
2,240,203
Total equity
28,415,892
27,181,468
In accordance with section 444 of the Companies Act 2006 all of the members of the company have consented to the preparation of abridged financial statements pursuant to paragraph 1A of Schedule 1 to the Small Companies and Groups (Accounts and Directors’ Report) Regulations (S.I. 2008/409)(b).
The directors of the company have elected not to include a copy of the profit and loss account within the financial statements.true
These financial statements have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies' regime.
The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 15 September 2025 and are signed on its behalf by:
Stuart O'Sullivan
Director
Company Registration No. SC350289
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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1
Accounting policies
Company information
Wyvis One Estate Limited is a private company limited by shares incorporated in Scotland. The registered office is C/O Brodies LLP, Capital Square, 58 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8BP, United Kingdom.
The principal place of business is Wyvis Estate, Evanton, Dingwall, IV16 9XW.
1.1
Accounting convention
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 as applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. The disclosure requirements of section 1A of FRS 102 have been applied other than where additional disclosure is required to show a true and fair view.
Certain items in the profit and loss account have been reclassified to improve comparability, however this has not changed the overall profit.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the company. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest pound.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties which were treated as deemed cost on transition to FRS 102, and to include certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
1.2
Going concern
The directors have assessed the Balance Sheet and likely future cash flows at the date of approving these financial statements. The directors have a reasonable expectation that the Company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence and to meet its financial obligations as they fall due for at least 12 months from the date of signing these financial statements. Accordingly, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.true
1.3
Turnover
Turnover represents amounts receivable for country estate services, net of value added tax. Turnover is recognised at the point the accommodation or other country estate service is provided.
Revenue from renewable energy is shown net of vat and is recognised at the point of electricity generation.
1.4
Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
Land and buildings
- not depreciated
Improvements to property
- 50 years straight line
Leasehold improvements
- 40 years straight line
Plant and machinery
- 25% reducing balance
Fixtures and fittings
- 25% reducing balance
Vehicles
- 25% reducing balance
Hydro electric schemes
- 2.5% reducing balance
Assets in the course of construction are not depreciated.
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Residual value represents the estimated amount which would currently be obtained from disposal of an asset, after deducting estimated costs of disposal, if the asset were already of the age and in the condition expected at the end of its useful life.
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is credited or charged to profit or loss.
1.5
Fixed asset investments
Investments are recognised initially at fair value which is normally the transaction price excluding transaction costs. Subsequently, they are measured at fair value through profit or loss if the shares are publicly traded or their fair value can otherwise be measured reliably. Other investments are measured at cost less impairment.
1.6
Impairment of fixed assets
Assets, other than those measured at fair value, are assessed for indicators of impairment at each Balance Sheet date. If there is objective evidence of impairment, an impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of Comprehensive Income as described below.
Non-financial assets
At each balance sheet date, the company reviews its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss.
If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). The recoverable amount of an asset is the higher of its fair value less costs to sell and its value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.
Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. An impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease.
1.7
Stocks
Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to sell, which is equivalent to the net realisable value.
At each reporting date, an assessment is made for impairment. Any excess of the carrying amount of stocks over its estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell is recognised as an impairment loss in profit or loss. Reversals of impairment losses are also recognised in profit or loss.
1.8
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include deposits held at call with banks.
1.9
Financial instruments
The company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the company's balance sheet when the company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are measured at transaction price including transaction costs. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Derecognition of financial assets
Financial assets are derecognised only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire or are settled.
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors, bank loans and loans from fellow group companies, are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price.
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the company’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.
1.10
Equity instruments
Equity instruments issued by the Company are recorded at the fair value of cash or other resources received or receivable, net of direct issue costs. If payment is deferred and the time value of money is material, the initial measurement is on a present value basis. Dividends payable on equity instruments are recognised as liabilities once they are no longer at the discretion of the Company.
1.11
Taxation
The tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.
Current tax
Current tax is provided at amounts expected to be paid (or recoverable) using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the Balance Sheet date.
Deferred tax
Deferred tax arises as a result of including items of income and expenditure in taxation computations in periods different from those in which they are included in the Company's financial statements. Deferred tax is provided in full on timing differences which result in an obligation to pay more or less tax at a future date, at the average tax rates that are expected to apply when the timing differences reverse, based on current tax rates and laws. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are not discounted.
The carrying amount of deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and a valuation allowance is set up against deferred tax assets so that the net carrying amount equals the highest amount that is more likely than not to be recovered based on current or future taxable profit.
1.12
Provisions
Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that the Company will be required to settle that obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.
The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the Balance Sheet date, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation.
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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1.13
Employee benefits
The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.
1.14
Retirement benefits
The Company operates a defined contribution scheme. The amount charged to the Statement of Comprehensive Income in respect of pension costs and other post-retirement benefits is the contributions payable in the financial year. Differences between contributions payable in the financial year and contributions actually paid are included as either accruals or prepayments in the Balance Sheet.
1.15
Leases
Rentals under operating leases are charged on a straight-line basis over the lease term, even if the payments are not made on such a basis. Benefits received and receivable as an incentive to sign an operating lease are similarly spread on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
Rental income from operating leases is recognised on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term.
1.16
Government grants
Government grants are recognised at the fair value of the asset received or receivable when there is reasonable assurance that the grant conditions will be met and the grants will be received.
Government grants are recognised in accordance with the accruals model. Government grants relating to turnover are recognised as income over the periods when the related costs are incurred. Grants relating to an asset are recognised in income systematically over the asset's expected useful life. If part of such a grant is deferred it is recognised as deferred income rather than being deducted from the asset's carrying amount.
1.17
Foreign exchange
Transactions in currencies other than pounds sterling are recorded at the rates of exchange prevailing at the dates of the transactions. At each reporting end date, monetary assets and liabilities that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing on the reporting end date. Gains and losses arising on translation in the period are included in profit or loss.
1.18
Dividend income from investments is recognised when the shareholders' rights to receive payment have been established (provided that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of revenue can be measured reliably).
1.19
Finance costs are charged to the Profit and Loss Account over the term of the debt using the effective interest method so the amount charged is at a constant rate on the carrying amount.
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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2
Employees
The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the company during the year was:
2024
2023
Number
Number
Total
6
7
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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3
Tangible fixed assets
Land and buildings
Improvements to property
Leasehold improvements
Assets under construction
Plant and machinery
Fixtures and fittings
Vehicles
Hydro electric schemes
Total
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
Cost or valuation
At 1 January 2024
4,898,681
2,521,745
150,000
198,692
407,905
168,737
297,122
17,057,794
25,700,676
Additions
147,265
26,825
9,189
4,058
134,761
6,916
329,014
Disposals
(61,495)
(61,495)
At 31 December 2024
4,898,681
2,669,010
150,000
225,517
417,094
172,795
370,388
17,064,710
25,968,195
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 January 2024
409,802
26,875
300,015
110,314
183,660
2,316,530
3,347,196
Depreciation charged in the year
46,874
3,750
28,074
14,919
39,294
368,690
501,601
Eliminated in respect of disposals
(34,157)
(34,157)
At 31 December 2024
456,676
30,625
328,089
125,233
188,797
2,685,220
3,814,640
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2024
4,898,681
2,212,334
119,375
225,517
89,005
47,562
181,591
14,379,490
22,153,555
At 31 December 2023
4,898,681
2,111,943
123,125
198,692
107,890
58,423
113,462
14,741,264
22,353,480
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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Freehold land and buildings were valued on an open market basis on 31 December 2011, which was taken at deemed cost on transition to FRS 102.
2024
2023
£
£
Cost
884,947
884,947
4
Fixed asset investments
2024
2023
£
£
Other investments other than loans
5,042,892
4,129,467
Movements in fixed asset investments
Investments
£
Cost or valuation
At 1 January 2024
4,129,467
Additions
1,173,042
Movement in fair value
956,286
Disposals
(1,215,903)
At 31 December 2024
5,042,892
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2024
5,042,892
At 31 December 2023
4,129,467
5
Called up share capital
2024
2023
£
£
Ordinary share capital
Issued and fully paid
22,621,166 Ordinary share of £1 each
22,621,166
22,621,166
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Audit report information
As the income statement has been omitted from the filing copy of the financial statements, the following information in relation to the audit report on the statutory financial statements is provided in accordance with s444(5B) of the Companies Act 2006:
The auditor's report was unqualified.
WYVIS ONE ESTATE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
6
Audit report information
(Continued)
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The senior statutory auditor was Peter Cowan CA and the auditor was Hall Morrice LLP.
7
Related party transactions
The company has taken advantage of the exemption within FRS 102 Section 33 paragraph 33.1A, not to disclose transactions entered into between two or more members of the group, as the company is a wholly owned subsidiary of the group which is party to the transactions.
8
Parent company
The company was controlled throughout the current and previous year by its parent company, Jacob Corlies Company Inc., 555 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022, USA, a company registered in the USA.
The ultimate controlling party is The Fisher Trust, a Trust established in the USA. However, Jacob Corlies Company Inc (incorporated in United States of America) is regarded by the directors as being the company's controlling party.