THE LOOKOUT (CARLISLE WEST) CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
12891798 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 30 September 2026

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 October 2025

End date: 30 September 2026

THE LOOKOUT (CARLISLE WEST) CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2026

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

THE LOOKOUT (CARLISLE WEST) CIC

Directors' report period ended 30 September 2026

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 30 September 2026

Principal activities of the company

During the financial year ending 30 September 2026, The Lookout (Carlisle West) CIC continued to develop its role as a community hub supporting vulnerable individuals and families within the local area and wider communities. The organisation has continued to provide practical support, advice and community activities aimed at improving wellbeing and reducing social isolation. The hub offers a safe and welcoming space where members of the community can access support, connect with others and take part in activities designed to build skills and confidence. Throughout the year, the CIC delivered a range of initiatives including community events, activities for children and families and participated in the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. These activities provided opportunities for young people to engage in structured activities while also supporting families with access to food and community support. The organisation also continued to work in partnership with local agencies, community groups, and public sector organisations including the local council to coordinate support for individuals experiencing hardship or isolation. Grant funding and donations enabled the organisation to maintain its premises as a safe community space and to deliver a range of programmes aimed at supporting the local community. The directors remain committed to the organisation’s core objectives of supporting vulnerable people, strengthening community connections, and improving access to support services within the Carlisle West area.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026

Terri Watson
Diane Gillan


The director shown below has held office during the period of
1 October 2025 to 14 September 2026

Diane Johnston


The directors shown below have held office during the period of
1 October 2025 to 25 October 2025

Donna Lund
Gemma Huggon


The directors shown below have held office during the period of
1 October 2025 to 20 October 2025

Carol McAfee
Fiona McKie


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
1 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Terri Watson
Status: Director

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Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 30 September 2026

2026 2025


£

£
Turnover: 88,265 61,406
Cost of sales: ( 74,125 ) ( 50,795 )
Gross profit(or loss): 14,140 10,611
Distribution costs: 0 0
Operating profit(or loss): 14,140 10,611
Interest receivable and similar income: 0 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: 14,140 10,611
Tax: 0 0
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 14,140 10,611

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Balance sheet

As at 30 September 2026

Notes 2026 2025


£

£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets:   0 0
Tangible assets: 3 1,319 1,319
Investments:   0
Total fixed assets: 1,319 1,319
Current assets
Stocks:   0 0
Debtors:   0 0
Cash at bank and in hand: 47,863 46,539
Investments:   0 0
Total current assets: 47,863 46,539
Prepayments and accrued income: 0 0
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year:   0 0
Net current assets (liabilities): 47,863 46,539
Total assets less current liabilities: 49,182 47,858
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): 49,182 47,858
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 49,182 47,858
Total members' funds: 49,182 47,858

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 30 September 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 1 October 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Terri Watson
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 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

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2026

  • 2. Employees

    2026 2025
    Average number of employees during the period 1 2

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2026

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 1 October 2025 0 0 1,319 0 0 1,319
Additions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Disposals 0 0 0 0 0 0
Revaluations 0 0 0 0 0 0
Transfers 0 0 0 0 0 0
At 30 September 2026 0 0 1,319 0 0 1,319
Depreciation
At 1 October 2025 0 0 0 0 0 0
Charge for year 0 0 0 0 0 0
On disposals 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other adjustments 0 0 0 0 0 0
At 30 September 2026 0 0 0 0 0 0
Net book value
At 30 September 2026 0 0 1,319 0 0 1,319
At 30 September 2025 0 0 1,319 0 0 1,319

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

THE LOOKOUT (CARLISLE WEST) CIC

Company Number: 12891798 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 30 September 2026

Company activities and impact

During the financial year, The Lookout (Carlisle West) Community Hub CIC continued to provide a welcoming and accessible community space for residents in Carlisle West, particularly supporting individuals and families who may be experiencing social isolation, financial hardship or other challenges. The company provided a range of community-based activities and support, including children’s and family activities, after-school provision, holiday activities through the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme, community events, food support and opportunities for local people to access practical help and information. The community hub also provided a safe and welcoming place for people to meet, build relationships and take part in activities, helping to reduce social isolation and improve wellbeing. Activities for children and families gave young people opportunities to socialise, take part in positive activities and access support during school holidays and outside school hours. The company worked alongside local organisations, the local authority and other community groups to help residents access appropriate services and support where needed. Income received through grants, room hire and other activities was used to support the running of the community hub and the delivery of services and activities for the benefit of the local community. Any surplus generated by the company was retained and used in accordance with the company’s community purpose

Consultation with stakeholders

No consultation with stakeholders

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
1 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Terri Watson
Status: Director