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# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Company limited by guarantee

## Company Registration Number:
16325843 (England and Wales)

## Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 March 2026

## Period of accounts

## Start date: 19 March 2025

## End date: 31 March 2026

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

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

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

Directors' report period ended 31 March 2026

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 March 2026

Principal activities of the company

The principal activity of the company during the period was the provision of community health and sports facilities through the operation of 'The Court Yard' in Weedon and an external facility in Daventry. The company specialises in the delivery of inclusive pickleball coaching, specifically designed for individuals with long-term health conditions and those seeking improved social connectivity. Additionally, the company acts as a regional hub for sport development across the East Midlands, coordinating local community sessions and providing training pathways for Health Ambassadors to support public wellness and reduce social isolation.

Political and charitable donations

During the period, the company made a charitable donation of £150.00 to Prostate Cancer UK. This contribution was made following the diagnosis of a valued member of our community group, and was intended to show the CIC’s support for the member and the wider fight against the disease. This donation directly reflects the company's core mission of fostering a supportive and caring community environment. No political donations were made during this period.

Company policy on disabled employees

The company is committed to being a neuro-inclusive and endometriosis-friendly employer. As a Director-led Community Interest Company, we recognise that conditions such as ADHD and chronic health issues like endometriosis require a supportive and flexible working environment. Our policy is to proactively implement reasonable adjustments, including flexible scheduling and health-related workplace adaptations, to ensure all team members can perform at their best. We adopt a social model of disability, focusing on removing barriers to participation. This commitment ensures that the internal operations of the CIC directly reflect its external mission of providing inclusive health and well-being services to the community.

Additional information

The company has successfully established a dedicated community health hub at 'The Court Yard' in Weedon, facilitating the delivery of specialised physical activity sessions for the residents of West Northamptonshire. In its first year of operation, the CIC has demonstrated significant growth, managing a turnover of £89,211.95. All surpluses generated are reinvested into the hub's infrastructure and the training of volunteer Health Ambassadors. The Director’s remuneration of £21,000, while accrued as a liability, reflects the professional management of these regional activities across the East Midlands and is in line with the CIC’s social objectives to provide stable, professional leadership

Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
19 March 2025 to 31 March 2026

Kate Vincent
Barry Dow
Gary Birch

The director shown below has held office during the period of
19 March 2025 to 30 March 2025

Matthew Biddle

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
20 April 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Kate Vincent
Status: Director

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

| 2026
--- | ---
| £
Turnover: | 89,212 |
Cost of sales: | ( 19,268 ) |
Gross profit(or loss): | 69,944
Distribution costs: | 0 |
Administrative expenses: | ( 74,572 ) |
Other operating income: | 0 |
Operating profit(or loss): | (4,628)
Interest receivable and similar income: | 0 |
Interest payable and similar charges: | 0 |
Profit(or loss) before tax: | (4,628)
Tax: | 0 |
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: | (4,628)

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Balance sheet

As at 31 March 2026

| Notes | 2026
--- | --- | ---
|  | £
Fixed assets
Intangible assets: |  | 0 |
Tangible assets: |  | 0 |
Investments: |  | 0 |
Total fixed assets: |  | 0
Current assets
Stocks: |  | 0 |
Debtors: | 3 | 78 |
Cash at bank and in hand: |  | 16,294 |
Investments: |  | 0 |
Total current assets: |  | 16,372
Prepayments and accrued income: |  | 0 |
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: | 4 | ( 21,000 ) |
Net current assets (liabilities): |  | (4,628)
Total assets less current liabilities: |  | (4,628)
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year: |  | 0 |
Provision for liabilities: |  | 0 |
Accruals and deferred income: |  | 0 |
Total net assets (liabilities): |  | (4,628)
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: |  | (4,628) |
Total members' funds: |  | ( 4,628)

The notes form part of these financial statements

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 March 2026 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 20 April 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Kate Vincent
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

- ## 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 is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts. Turnover includes revenue from pickleball coaching, facility hire, and related sports development services. Turnover also includes government and community grants, which are recognised in the profit and loss account when there is reasonable assurance that the company will comply with the conditions attached to them and the grants will be received. Revenue is recognised as the related services are performed or the specified project costs are incurred.

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

- ## 2. Employees

  | 2026
  --- | ---
  Average number of employees during the period | 1 |

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

## 3. Debtors

| 2026
--- | ---
| £
Trade debtors | 0 |
Prepayments and accrued income | 0 |
Other debtors | 78 |
Total | 78
Debtors due after more than one year: | 0 |

# WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

## Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

## 4. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

| 2026
--- | ---
| £
Bank loans and overdrafts | 0 |
Amounts due under finance leases and hire purchase contracts | 0 |
Trade creditors | 0 |
Taxation and social security | 0 |
Accruals and deferred income | 21,000 |
Other creditors | 0 |
Total | 21,000

ccruals and deferred income of £21,000 relate to the Director’s remuneration for the accounting period. This amount has been accrued to reflect the professional management and delivery of regional pickleball services across nine counties. The Director has elected to defer payment of this remuneration to ensure the company maintains a strong cash position (£16,294) to support the ongoing development of 'The Court Yard' hub and future community projects.

# COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

### WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE PICKLEBALL CIC

### Company Number: 16325843 (England and Wales)

### Year Ending: 31 March 2026

Company activities and impact

During this financial year, the company has established a permanent community health and sports hub at The Court Yard in Weedon. Our activities have benefited the community in the following ways: Improved Physical Health: We have provided structured pickleball sessions for over 50 regular participants, specifically targeting those with long-term health conditions and mobility issues. By introducing lightweight equipment and tailored coaching, we have enabled residents who were previously inactive to engage in regular aerobic exercise. Reduced Social Isolation: Our sessions include a mandatory social element, providing a support network for older residents in Weedon and Daventry. Feedback indicates a significant increase in confidence and a reduction in feelings of loneliness among our core beneficiary group. Regional Leadership: As the Regional Director for the East Midlands, the company has coordinated pickleball development across 9 counties (Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Rutland, Northamptonshire, Suffolk, and Bedfordshire), placing West Northamptonshire at the centre of the sport’s national growth. Economic Contribution & Employment: The CIC has managed a turnover of over £80,000, reinvesting surplus into local venue hire and equipment. We have also created a pathway for 10 local volunteers to become "Health Ambassadors," providing them with training in First Aid, Safeguarding, and MHFA (Mental Health First Aid). Venue Transformation: We have successfully transitioned The Court Yard into a dedicated multi-use space, ensuring that high-quality sporting facilities remain accessible to the rural population of West Northamptonshire.

Consultation with stakeholders

Stakeholder Consultation 2025-2026 Who our stakeholders are: Our primary stakeholders include the residents of Weedon and West Northamptonshire (specifically those aged 66+ and those with long-term health conditions), our team of 10 volunteer Health Ambassadors, local GP surgeries, and national governing bodies, including Pickleball England. How they have been consulted: Participants: We conduct regular end-of-session feedback circles and Health Passport reviews to understand how the physical activity is impacting participant mobility and mental well-being. Volunteers: Monthly Peer Network Group meetings are held to discuss session delivery, safeguarding, and venue accessibility. Strategic Partners: As the Regional Director for East Midlands, I maintain weekly consultations with Pickleball England to align our local delivery with national health and inclusivity standards. Actions taken in response to feedback: Equipment Upgrades: In response to feedback from beginner players regarding joint pain, we invested in specialised lightweight carbon-fibre paddles and high-visibility balls to make the game more accessible. Social Programming: Following requests for more social connectivity, we restructured our PickleBound and PickleFit sessions to include a mandatory 30-minute social hour, which has significantly improved participant retention and reduced reported levels of isolation. Venue Improvements: Based on volunteer feedback regarding court flow at The Court Yard, we redesigned the court layout to improve safety and ease of movement for players with limited mobility.

Directors' remuneration

The total director’s remuneration for the period was £21,000. This amount has been accrued in the accounts to reflect the extensive management, coaching, and regional coordination work performed by the Director since March 2025. As of the balance sheet date, this amount remains within the company's cash reserves to ensure the CIC maintains a strong liquidity position as it scales its health hub operations.

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
20 April 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Kate Vincent
Status: Director