BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
11968912 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 April 2024

End date: 31 March 2025

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

Directors report
Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Directors' report period ended 31 March 2025

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 March 2025

Principal activities of the company

The principal activities of the company are the development, restoration and management of sustainable mountain bike facilities across the Chilterns, delivering community benefit through increased access to outdoor recreation, active travel and nature-based activities.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025

John Holbrook
Ian Warby
Mark Harris


The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
29 December 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: John Holbrook
Status: Director

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

2025 2024


£

£
Turnover: 480 0
Cost of sales: 0 0
Gross profit(or loss): 480 0
Distribution costs: 0 0
Administrative expenses: ( 649 ) 0
Other operating income: 0
Operating profit(or loss): (169) 0
Interest receivable and similar income: 30 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: (139) 0
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: (139) 0

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Balance sheet

As at 31 March 2025

Notes 2025 2024


£

£
Current assets
Debtors: 3 550
Cash at bank and in hand: 36,201
Total current assets: 36,751
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 4 ( 36,890 ) 0
Net current assets (liabilities): (139) 0
Total assets less current liabilities: (139) 0
Total net assets (liabilities): (139) 0
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: (139) 0
Total members' funds: ( 139) 0

The notes form part of these financial statements

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 March 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.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 29 December 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: John Holbrook
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 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

    Turnover policy

    Turnover comprises the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for the sale of goods and provision of services in the ordinary course of the company’s activities. Turnover is shown net of sales/value added tax, returns, rebates and discounts. The company recognises revenue when: The amount of revenue can be reliably measured; it is probable that future economic benefits will flow to the entity; and specific criteria have been met for each of the company's activities.

    Other accounting policies

    Summary of significant accounting policies and key accounting estimates The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated. Statement of compliance These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102 Section 1A smaller entities - 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland' and the Companies Act 2006 (as applicable to companies subject to the small companies' regime). Basis of preparation These financial statements have been prepared using the historical cost convention except that as disclosed in the accounting policies certain items are shown at fair value. Revenue recognition Turnover comprises the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for the sale of goods and provision of services in the ordinary course of the company’s activities. Turnover is shown net of sales/value added tax, returns, rebates and discounts. The company recognises revenue when: The amount of revenue can be reliably measured; it is probable that future economic benefits will flow to the entity; and specific criteria have been met for each of the company's activities. Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and call deposits, and other short-term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value. Trade debtors Trade debtors are amounts due from customers for merchandise sold or services performed in the ordinary course of business. Trade debtors are recognised initially at the transaction price. They are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less provision for impairment. A provision for the impairment of trade debtors is established when there is objective evidence that the company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original terms of the receivables. Trade creditors Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Accounts payable are classified as current liabilities if the company does not have an unconditional right, at the end of the reporting period, to defer settlement of the creditor for at least twelve months after the reporting date. If there is an unconditional right to defer settlement for at least twelve months after the reporting date, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at the transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

  • 2. Employees

    2025 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 3 0

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

3. Debtors

2025 2024
£ £
Prepayments and accrued income 550
Total 550

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

4. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2025 2024
£ £
Accruals and deferred income 36,890 0
Total 36,890 0

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

BIKE PARK CHILTERNS CIC

Company Number: 11968912 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 March 2025

Company activities and impact

During the financial year, Bike Park Chilterns CIC delivered significant community benefit by securing the long-term future of two major mountain biking facilities in the Chilterns. Most notably, the organisation was awarded the tender and entered into a long-term lease to redevelop and operate Aston Hill Bike Park, safeguarding the return of a much-loved regional cycling facility that has been closed since 2020. This achievement represents a major step towards restoring year-round access to professionally managed, sustainable mountain bike trails within close proximity to London. In addition, Bike Park Chilterns was awarded a £23,000 Neighbourhood Grant from Watford Borough Council’s Neighbourhoods Team, funded through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). This grant was secured to support the development of the Whippendell Woods Bike Park, a new free-to-access mountain bike facility designed to serve local residents, families, young people and visitors. While construction is scheduled for summer 2025, the successful award of this funding during the reporting period enabled detailed planning, partnership working and project mobilisation to take place. Together, these milestones represent substantial progress in expanding inclusive outdoor recreation opportunities, supporting active lifestyles, and delivering long-term social value through community-focused cycling infrastructure.

Consultation with stakeholders

During the reporting period, Bike Park Chilterns CIC continued to actively engage with key stakeholders whose interests are directly affected by the organisation’s activities, particularly in relation to the Whippendell Woods Bike Park project. The principal stakeholders consulted were West Herts Golf Club and Watford Borough Council. West Herts Golf Club is a neighbouring land user and leaseholder, with land adjoining and forming part of the area identified for the bike park. Watford Borough Council is the land manager responsible for the return of the land from the golf club lease and the subsequent leasing of the site to Bike Park Chilterns CIC for a period of seven years. Consultation took place through ongoing meetings, site walks, written correspondence and planning discussions. These consultations focused on access arrangements, boundary management, safety considerations, environmental impacts and the long-term operation of the facility. Feedback from both stakeholders directly informed the project design and delivery approach. In response, Bike Park Chilterns CIC adapted trail layouts to respect boundary sensitivities, incorporated agreed access and management measures, and aligned project timelines with the land transfer process. The organisation has also committed to ongoing dialogue throughout the build and operational phases to ensure the facility operates in a manner that is respectful of neighbouring land use and community interests. This collaborative approach has enabled the project to progress with stakeholder support while maintaining a clear focus on delivering long-term community benefit.

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
29 December 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: John Holbrook
Status: Director