BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
15000978 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 July 2025

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 August 2024

End date: 31 July 2025

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

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

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Directors' report period ended 31 July 2025

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

Principal activities of the company

This year has been one of significant growth, development and impact for the organisation. Our focus has remained on reducing social isolation, improving wellbeing and creating meaningful opportunities for connection, particularly amongst LGBTQ+ individuals and other socially isolated members of our community. Throughout the year we have continued to provide a wide range of activities including one-to-one support, Monday Mingle peer-support sessions, wellness programmes, orchard and gardening projects, practical skills workshops and therapeutic group activities. We have also extended our work within HMP Durham, delivering wellbeing and reflective practice sessions that have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants. The continued development of our community hub, orchard and garden project has enabled individuals to reconnect with nature, learn practical life skills and develop supportive social networks. These activities have provided opportunities for personal growth, confidence building and improved mental wellbeing. The organisation remains committed to developing a sustainable social enterprise model, using earned income generated through business support activities to help subsidise and expand our community services. This approach strengthens our long-term resilience whilst ensuring support remains accessible to those who need it most. The directors have continued to ensure that appropriate governance, financial management and operational controls are in place to support the effective running of the company. The directors acknowledge their responsibilities under the Companies Act 2006 for maintaining adequate accounting records and preparing financial statements that give a true and fair view of the company's affairs. As a Community Interest Company, Behind the Curtain (BTC) CIC remains committed to delivering activities that provide clear and measurable benefit to the community. The directors are satisfied that throughout the year the company has continued to operate in accordance with its stated community purpose, supporting individuals experiencing social isolation, poor wellbeing and barriers to meaningful social connection. I would like to thank our participants, volunteers, partners, funders and supporters whose commitment has helped us continue to grow our impact throughout the year. Particular thanks go to The National Lottery Community Fund and Postcode Lottery Trust for their investment in our work and belief in our vision. As we move into the next financial year, we will continue developing our community hub, expanding our garden and orchard projects, increasing opportunities for volunteering and strengthening our support services for LGBTQ+ individuals and other members of the community experiencing isolation and poor wellbeing. The directors believe the organisation is well placed to continue delivering positive social impact whilst building a sustainable foundation for future growth. The company will continue to balance social value creation with financial sustainability to ensure that community benefit remains at the heart of all activities undertaken.



Directors

The director shown below has held office during the whole of the period from
1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025

Martin Ross Laffey

The director shown below has held office during the period of
1 August 2024 to 14 January 2025

Laura Jean Dawson

The director shown below has held office during the period of
1 November 2024 to 31 July 2025

Steven Oakden-Howell

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
8 June 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Steven Oakden-Howell
Status: Director

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

2025 13 months to 31 July 2024


£
£
Turnover: 20,543 18,630
Cost of sales: ( 20,219 ) ( 5,647 )
Gross profit(or loss): 324 12,983
Distribution costs: 0
Administrative expenses: 0
Other operating income: 0
Operating profit(or loss): 324 12,983
Interest receivable and similar income: 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: 324 12,983
Tax: 0 0
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 324 12,983

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Balance sheet

As at 31 July 2025

Notes 2025 13 months to 31 July 2024


£
£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets:   0 0
Tangible assets:   0 0
Investments:   0 0
Total fixed assets: 0 0
Current assets
Stocks:   0 0
Debtors:   0 0
Cash at bank and in hand: 5,425 12,982
Investments:   0 0
Total current assets: 5,425 12,982
Prepayments and accrued income: 0 0
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year:   0 0
Net current assets (liabilities): 5,425 12,982
Total assets less current liabilities: 5,425 12,982
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year:   0 0
Provision for liabilities: 0 0
Accruals and deferred income: 0 0
Total net assets (liabilities): 5,425 12,982
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 5,425 12,982
Total members' funds: 5,425 12,982

The notes form part of these financial statements

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 July 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 8 June 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Steven Oakden-Howell
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 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

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 July 2025

  • 2. Employees

    2025 13 months to 31 July 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 0 2

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

BEHIND THE CURTAIN (BTC) COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

Company Number: 15000978 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 July 2025

Company activities and impact

Behind the Curtain (BTC) CIC exists to improve wellbeing, reduce social isolation and create meaningful connections for LGBTQ+ individuals and other socially isolated members of the community across County Durham. During the year the organisation delivered a range of activities including one-to-one support, facilitated peer support groups, wellness sessions, gardening and orchard projects, practical skills workshops and wellbeing retreats. The organisation also delivered therapeutic group sessions within HMP Durham. Key achievements during the year included: - Supporting 213 individuals through community-based activities and support services. - Delivering 249 hours of one-to-one support. - Delivering 26 Monday Mingle peer-support sessions. - Delivering 14 wellness and wellbeing sessions. - Delivering 5 orchard and seasonal food preservation sessions. - Delivering 3 prison retreat and wellbeing programmes. - Benefiting from 228 volunteer hours contributed by members of the community. The organisation continued to provide safe, inclusive spaces where individuals could build confidence, improve wellbeing, reduce loneliness and develop meaningful peer relationships. Participants reported improvements in social connection, emotional wellbeing, confidence and resilience, with many describing the sessions as providing a sense of belonging and support that was previously absent from their lives.

Consultation with stakeholders

The company regularly engages with beneficiaries, volunteers, partner organisations and wider community stakeholders through feedback surveys, group discussions, one-to-one conversations and ongoing programme evaluation. Feedback received throughout the year informed the development of new activities including the expansion of wellness sessions, practical skills workshops, garden-based activities and enhanced support for older LGBTQ+ individuals experiencing isolation. This consultation process ensures the organisation remains responsive to community needs and continues to develop services that deliver meaningful social impact.

Directors' remuneration

The total amount paid or receivable by directors in respect of qualifying services during the year was disclosed within the financial statements and reflects the operational delivery and management of the organisation.

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
8 June 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Steven Oakden-Howell
Status: Director