for the Period Ended 31 October 2025
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Directors' report period ended
The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 October 2025
Principal activities of the company
Additional information
Small company provision This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions for small companies within Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006. Statement of Director responsibilities The directors are responsible for preparing the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations. Company law requires the directors to prepare such financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), FRS 102 1A Under company law the directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company and of the profit or loss of the company for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the directors are required to 1. select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently, 2. make judgements and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent and 3. prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the company will continue in business. The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Directors
The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 November 2024
to
31 October 2025
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
And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name:
Status: Director
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The notes form part of these financial statements
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
and signed on behalf of the board by:
Name:
Status: Director
The notes form part of these financial statements
for the Period Ended 31 October 2025
Basis of measurement and preparation
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Company activities and impact: The Nest CIC is a UK-registered Community Interest Company dedicated to providing a safe, accessible, and professionally managed rural ‘Green Social Prescribing’ space in Hertfordshire. Building on our established support networks for men's mental health, 2025 marked a significant expansion in our community reach, site infrastructure, and youth partnerships. Key Achievements & Impact Highlights 1. 150 plus Service User Sign-ups: Provided structured access to nature-based interventions, peer support, and therapeutic community activities across Hertfordshire. 2. 50 Venue Sign-ups for TYBB Campaign: Expanded our Talk To Your Best Bud (TYBB) men's mental health awareness initiative, placing life-saving resources in local pubs, barbershops, and small businesses. 3. Free Online Peer-to-Peer Support: Maintained digital spaces offering free, confidential support for any Hertfordshire male aged 18+. 4. Free In-Person Peer-to-Peer Support: Delivered weekly face-to-face support groups designed to tackle isolation and foster community connections among local men. 2025 Project Evolution & New Initiatives: 1. The New Yurt & Weekly Talking Circles This year saw the installation and launch of our brand-new Yurt at The Nest. This dedicated warm space has allowed us to deliver and continuously evolve our free weekly talking circles, offering a safe, sheltered environment for open dialogue and community connection year-round, regardless of weather conditions. 2. Evolution of the Community Allotment We further developed our Community Allotment project into a thriving hub for therapeutic horticulture. Service users actively participate in growing food, land stewardship, and outdoor skills development, strengthening the core of our Green Social Prescribing model. 3. Youth Partnership with Caudwell Youth In 2025, The Nest established a partnership with Caudwell Youth. Through this collaboration, we provided 1-2-1 support for vulnerable young people and their mentors, opening up access to The Nest’s peaceful rural environment. These sessions focused on: (a) Tailored Green Social Prescribing: Connecting young people with nature to build resilience, reduce anxiety, and improve emotional well-being. (b) Mentor Collaboration: Equipping mentors with a safe, natural setting to build trust and deliver effective 1-2-1 support.
Consultation with stakeholders: The company’s primary stakeholders are service users, local residents, partners, and community mentors. The directors of the CIC have lived in the county for many years and continue to refine The Nest’s support model based on direct lived experience and continuous engagement with local people. Through regular feedback mechanisms during our weekly talking circles in the new Yurt and hands-on sessions at the Community Allotment, The Nest actively gathers insights, suggestions, and outcome measures from attendees. This input directly shapes our programming to ensure we effectively address the emotional and physical well-being needs of the community. In 2025, our stakeholder network expanded significantly through our formal partnership with Caudwell Youth. By collaborating directly with young people and their mentors during 1-2-1 Green Social Prescribing sessions, we routinely gather tailored feedback to ensure our rural space remains a safe, engaging, and highly effective environment for youth mental health support. As active members of The National Academy for Social Prescribing (NASP), The Nest maintains strong, proactive connections with local primary care networks, social prescribing link workers, and youth services across Hertfordshire. In line with our expanded work with young people and vulnerable individuals, we continuously review and update our comprehensive safeguarding policies and operational procedures. Where specialized support is required beyond our scope, attendees are safely signposted to appropriate partner organizations and qualified external specialists.
No remuneration was received
No transfer of assets other than for full consideration
This report was approved by the board of directors on
29 August 2026
And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: River Ki Taylor
Status: Director