COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
14010250 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 March 2026

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 April 2025

End date: 31 March 2026

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

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

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

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

Colchester City Carnival and Funfair 2026: Organised and delivered the Carnival and Funfair, bringing together 60 organisations from 28 communities, from long-established British community groups to Colchester’s many diverse communities. Between 1,000 and 1,200 volunteer participants, including bands, eCargo bikes, and more, showcased their cultures, music, and traditions. They led a colourful procession through the streets of Colchester, watched by many thousands of spectators, to the funfair in Lower Castle Park, which welcomed more than 5,000 visitors. Bonfire Night Fireworks Display: Provided 16 trained volunteer safety stewards for the Bonfire Night Fireworks Display organised by King Coel’s Kittens, helping keep members of the public safe. Colchester 10K: Provided 15 volunteer safety stewards for the Colchester 10K, organised by the Rotary Clubs of Colchester, supporting the safe running of the race for both runners and spectators.



Directors

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

Udaibahadur Gurung MBE
 Racheal Njuguna
 Thanuja Gunaratna
 Rachel Wainaina-Walton
 Maria Wilby
 Satishchandra Thaker

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 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Udaibahadur Gurung MBE
Status: Director

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

2026 2025


£
£
Turnover: 17,112 18,651
Cost of sales: ( 17,480 ) ( 17,134 )
Gross profit(or loss): (368) 1,517
Operating profit(or loss): (368) 1,517
Profit(or loss) before tax: (368) 1,517
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: (368) 1,517

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

Balance sheet

As at 31 March 2026

Notes 2026 2025


£
£
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 6,846 11,542
Total current assets: 6,846 11,542
Net current assets (liabilities): 6,846 11,542
Total assets less current liabilities: 6,846 11,542
Accruals and deferred income: ( 7,000 ) ( 11,327 )
Total net assets (liabilities): (154) 215
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: (154) 215
Total members' funds: ( 154) 215

The notes form part of these financial statements

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

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 October 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Udaibahadur Gurung MBE
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

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

    Income from donation and grant, including capital grants is included in income when these are receivable, except as follows; When donors specify that donation and grants given to the companny must be used in the future accounting periods,the income is deferred until those period. When donors impose conditions, which have to be fulfilled before the company becomes entitled to use income, the income is deferred and not included in income until the pre-conditions have been met.

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2026

  • 2. Employees

    2026 2025
    Average number of employees during the period 0 0

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

COLCHESTER DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NETWORK (CDCN) C.I.C.

Company Number: 14010250 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 March 2026

Company activities and impact

Our activities brought the generations together, and both young and old benefited. We made a particular effort to involve older community members, many of whom are at risk of isolation. Regular activities such as yoga and English classes helped them stay active, connected and part of community life. At the same time, 12 of our 31 safety stewards were under 25. Working alongside experienced elders, they helped run the Bonfire Night Fireworks Display and the Colchester 10K safely. They learned the trade firsthand: how to manage crowds, keep the public and runners safe, and help large events run smoothly. This experience gives them the knowledge and confidence to organise and run safe community events in the future. Skills and experience are passed from one generation to the next, building the volunteers and leaders our community will need.

Consultation with stakeholders

What our participants said Our yoga and English classes are attended by older members of all ages, including an 82-year-old gentleman and three ladies aged 79 to 82, with many more members in their late sixties and early seventies. They told us: “These classes have taken away our loneliness and made us stronger. We have learned so much in the English classes, and we now feel much more confident.” Our young volunteers said: “We have learned a great deal from our elders. They showed us how to run activities properly and to the best of our ability.” A highlight of this year’s Carnival was the first appearance of the Red Knights International Firefighters Motorcycle Club, England 4 Chapter. Members joined the procession on their impressive motorcycles, accompanied by a fire engine, and were a big hit with spectators of all ages, especially children. We are delighted that the Red Knights will become a regular part of the Colchester City Carnival and Funfair in the years ahead.

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
20 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Udaibahadur Gurung MBE
Status: Director