Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Financial Statements
For the year ended 31 March 2026
Pages for Filing with Registrar
Company Registration No. 11679409 (England and Wales)
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Contents
Page
Balance sheet
1
Notes to the financial statements
2 - 9
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Balance Sheet
As at 31 March 2026
Page 1
2026
2025
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets
4
1
1
Tangible assets
5
53,390
48,224
53,391
48,225
Current assets
Stock
1,325
1,297
Debtors
6
20,949
22,966
Cash at bank and in hand
8,265
38,878
30,539
63,141
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
7
(302,107)
(330,532)
Net current liabilities
(271,568)
(267,391)
Net liabilities
(218,177)
(219,166)
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
100
100
Profit and loss reserves
(218,277)
(219,266)
Total equity
(218,177)
(219,166)
The notes on pages 2 to 9 form part of these financial statements.
These financial statements have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.
The directors of the company have elected not to include a copy of the profit and loss account within the financial statements.true
The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 24 June 2026 and are signed on its behalf by:
A Bijayendrayodhin
Director
Company Registration No. 11679409
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements
For the year ended 31 March 2026
Page 2
1
Accounting policies
Company information
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited is a private company limited by shares incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is 10 Orange Street, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 7DQ.
1.1
Basis of preparation
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 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 £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
1.2
Going concern
The company generated a profit for the period of £989 (2025: loss of £20,454). At the year end, the company had net liabilities of £218,177 (2025: £219,166), including intercompany borrowings of £204,999 (2025: £172,706). true
The immediate parent company, LM York 1 Limited, is currently in the process of negotiating a potential sale of the total issued share capital. If the sale does not proceed, the parent company, Lake Merritt Hospitality Holdings Limited, has confirmed that it will continue to provide sufficient financial support to the immediate parent company and this company, its subsidiary, to enable it to continue to trade and meet its liabilities as they fall due for a period of at least 12 months from the anticipated date of approval of these financial statements. On this basis, the company will have access to sufficient resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
If the sale proceeds, the sale and purchase agreement requires the repayment of all external borrowings and intercompany loans on completion, which would result in the two companies moving into a net asset position. While it is not certain whether the new owners would provide ongoing financial support, the directors have obtained evidence of sufficient funds held by the investors and have reviewed the shareholders’ agreement of the acquiring entity, which requires equity to be subscribed in excess of the acquisition price. The underlying trade of the companies is profitable when excluding the interest on the bank loans in the immediate parent company that will be repaid, which gives a reasonable expectation that the company would have adequate resources to continue in operational existence for a period of at least 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements.
As at the date of approval of these financial statements, the sale has not become unconditional. Nevertheless, after making enquiries, reviewing cash flow forecasts prepared to 30 June 2027 and performing sensitivity analysis on those forecasts, and considering the uncertainties described above, the directors have a reasonable expectation that the company will have adequate resources to continue in operational existence for a period of at least 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements. Accordingly, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (Continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
Page 3
1.3
Turnover
Turnover is recognised to the extent that is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the company and revenue can be reliably measured.
Turnover comprises revenue recognised by the company in respect of goods and services supplied during the year, exclusive of Value Added Tax and trade discounts. Turnover in respect of accommodation is recognised at the point of the customers stay whilst other sales, including food and beverage revenues, are recognised at the point of purchase. Payments made at the time of booking are recognised in creditors and released to turnover during the customer's stay.
1.4
Intangible fixed assets - goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of acquisition of unincorporated businesses over the fair value of net assets acquired. It is initially recognised as an asset at cost and is subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses. Goodwill is considered to have a finite useful life and is amortised on a systematic basis over its expected life, which is 10 years.
1.5
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:
Fixtures and fittings
20% straight line
Equipment
20% straight line
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.
1.6
Impairment of fixed assets
At each reporting period end date, the company reviews the carrying amounts of 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). 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.
Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs to sell and 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.
If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. 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.
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (Continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
Page 4
Recognised impairment losses are reversed if, and only if, the reasons for the impairment loss have ceased to apply. Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the reversal of the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation increase.
1.7
Stock
Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value, being the estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost is based on the costs of purchase on a first in, first out basis. Work in progress and finished goods include labour and attributable overheads.
At each balance sheet date, stocks are assessed for impairment. If stock is impaired, the carrying amount is reduced to its selling price less costs to complete and sell. The impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit and loss.
1.8
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.
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.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
Classification of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the company after deducting all of its liabilities.
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (Continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
Page 5
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors, bank loans, loans from fellow group companies and preference shares that are classified as debt, 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 and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
1.10
Equity instruments
Equity instruments issued by the company are recorded at the proceeds received, net of transaction costs. 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
The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from net profit as reported in the profit and loss account because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and it further excludes items that are never taxable or deductible. The company’s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting end date.
Deferred tax
Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all timing differences and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the timing difference arises from goodwill or from the initial recognition of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the tax profit nor the accounting profit.
The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each reporting end date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset is realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited in the profit and loss account, except when it relates to items charged or credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is also dealt with in equity. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when the company has a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and the deferred tax assets and liabilities relate to taxes levied by the same tax authority.
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (Continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2026
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
Page 6
1.12
Employee benefits
The costs of short-term employee benefits are recognised as a liability and an expense, unless those costs are required to be recognised as part of the cost of stock or fixed assets.
The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.
Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the company is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.
1.13
Retirement benefits
Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.
1.14
Leases
Rentals payable under operating leases, including any lease incentives received, are charged to profit or loss on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease except where another more systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leases asset are consumed.
2
Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty
In the application of the company’s accounting policies, the directors are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.
Critical judgements
The following judgements (apart from those involving estimates) have had the most significant effect on amounts recognised in the financial statements.
Depreciation of tangible assets
Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost or valuation of fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives. The company estimates the useful lives based on their historical experience and expectations of how long the assets will be used within the business.
Provisions for doubtful recovery
The recoverability of trade debtors and intercompany debtors is regularly reviewed in the light of available economic information specific to each receivable and provisions are recognised for balances considered to be irrecoverable.
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (Continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2026
Page 7
3
Employees
The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the company during the year was:
2026
2025
Number
Number
Total
11
10
4
Intangible fixed assets
Goodwill
£
Cost
At 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026
1
Amortisation and impairment
At 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026
Carrying amount
At 31 March 2026
1
At 31 March 2025
1
5
Tangible fixed assets
Fixtures and fittings
Equipment
Total
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 April 2025
365,915
5,639
371,554
Additions
18,847
1,087
19,934
At 31 March 2026
384,762
6,726
391,488
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 April 2025
320,027
3,303
323,330
Depreciation charged in the year
14,039
729
14,768
At 31 March 2026
334,066
4,032
338,098
Carrying amount
At 31 March 2026
50,696
2,694
53,390
At 31 March 2025
45,888
2,336
48,224
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (Continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2026
Page 8
6
Debtors
2026
2025
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Trade debtors
15,168
8,611
Amounts owed by group undertakings
11,707
Other debtors
1,531
100
Prepayments and accrued income
4,250
2,548
20,949
22,966
7
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2026
2025
£
£
Trade creditors
5,594
8,685
Amounts owed to group undertakings
204,999
172,706
Taxation and social security
23,881
16,154
Other creditors
67,633
132,987
302,107
330,532
8
Financial commitments
The company has entered into a commitment to guarantee a loan issued to its parent undertaking for up to £1,000,000, supported by a debenture, bond and floating charge over the assets of the company.
9
Related party transactions
In accordance with FRS102 section 33 paragraph 33.1A, the company has not disclosed transactions with wholly owned subsidiaries within the same group or its parent company.
10
Parent company
The parent of the smallest group to prepare consolidated financial statements including this company is Lake Merritt Hospitality Holdings Limited. The registered office of Lake Merritt Hospitality Holdings Limited is 10 Orange Street, Haymarket, London, WC2H 7DQ. Copies of the consolidated financial statements can be obtained from Companies House.
The immediate parent company is LM York 1 Limited, a company incorporated in England and Wales.
The ultimate parent company is Lake Merritt UK Hospitality Fund, a company incorporated in Mauritius. The registered office is 35 Cybercity, Level 5, Alexander House, Ebene. Mauritius. There is no ultimate controlling party.
Lake Merritt Hospitality Operations Two Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (Continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2026
Page 9
11
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 is unqualified and includes the following:
Opinion
In our opinion the financial statements:
give a true and fair view of the state of the company's affairs as at 31 March 2026 and of its profit for the year then ended;
have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and
have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.
Senior Statutory Auditor:
Kevin Veitch
Statutory Auditor:
Moore Kingston Smith LLP
Date of audit report:
24 June 2026