HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
11806694 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 30 September 2025

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 October 2024

End date: 30 September 2025

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Balance sheet

As at 30 September 2025

Notes 2025 2024


£

£
Current assets
Debtors: 3 940 624
Cash at bank and in hand: 39,038 34,387
Total current assets: 39,978 35,011
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 4 ( 3,031 ) ( 2,162 )
Net current assets (liabilities): 36,947 32,849
Total assets less current liabilities: 36,947 32,849
Total net assets (liabilities): 36,947 32,849
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 36,947 32,849
Total members' funds: 36,947 32,849

The notes form part of these financial statements

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 30 September 2025 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.

The directors have chosen not to file a copy of the company's profit and loss account.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 7 November 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Eliot Walker
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

  • 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

    Other accounting policies

    Basis of preparation - The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention as modified by the revaluation of certain fixed assets. Presentation currency - The accounts are presented in £ sterling.

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

  • 2. Employees

    2025 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 3 3

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

3. Debtors

2025 2024
£ £
Trade debtors 396
Other debtors 544 624
Total 940 624
Debtors due after more than one year: 396

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

4. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2025 2024
£ £
Taxation and social security 961 1,112
Accruals and deferred income 2,070 1,050
Total 3,031 2,162

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

HIGHCLIFFE FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL CIC

Company Number: 11806694 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 30 September 2025

Company activities and impact

During the year, Highcliffe Food & Arts Festival CIC continued to deliver its core purpose of organising a free, family-friendly community festival in Highcliffe, Christchurch. The event brought together local food producers, artisan makers, artists, musicians and community groups across the High Street and Recreation Ground. The Festival supports local businesses by providing trading opportunities for small food and craft producers and attracts visitors that boost the local economy. It also strengthens community spirit through volunteer involvement, live entertainment, workshops, and children’s activities that are open to everyone. By remaining free and accessible, the Festival ensures that people of all ages and backgrounds can take part, promoting inclusion, creativity and pride in the local area while enhancing Highcliffe’s profile as a vibrant coastal community.

Consultation with stakeholders

The company’s main stakeholders are local residents, businesses, stallholders, artists, community groups, volunteers and visitors. Consultation takes place throughout the year via meetings with local councils and community representatives, feedback from traders and visitors after the Festival, and regular engagement through social media and email. Feedback received has led to improved event layout, clearer signage, more family activities, and a stronger focus on accessibility and sustainability. The Festival also works closely with local authorities and emergency services to ensure community safety and minimal disruption.

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
7 November 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Eliot Walker
Status: Director