BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
15422125 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 January 2026

Period of accounts

Start date: 25 January 2025

End date: 31 January 2026

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

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

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Directors' report period ended 31 January 2026

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 January 2026

Principal activities of the company

In 2025, the Bird Box Gallery CIC continued to provide an accessible and inclusive platform for community arts engagement, offering year-round public exhibitions displayed in its hedge-based gallery and online. Open to all ages and abilities, the project enabled artists, residents and visitors to encounter artwork in everyday public spaces, encouraging creativity, conversation and participation within the neighbourhood. A key achievement was the continued collaboration with Rowan Humberstone Ltd during the 2025 Open Studios programme. Rowan students and staff artists exhibited work through the Birdbox Gallery network, contributing to the creation, curation and presentation of exhibitions while developing confidence, skills and public engagement. The programme also included a memorial exhibition celebrating the work of origami artist Michael Dilkes, attracting new audiences and fostering reflection on artistic legacy and community connections. Together, these activities strengthened relationships between local residents, artists and community organisations, increased opportunities for cultural participation, and established a strong foundation for the development of the 2026 Bird Box Gallery CIC Biennale.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
25 January 2025 to 31 January 2026

Roger Healey-Dilkes
 Sarah Healey-Dilkes
 Noah Healey-Dilkes
 Rebecca Bazelley
 Suzanne Owers

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
30 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Sarah Healey-Dilkes
Status: Director

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

2026 2025


£
£
Turnover: 209 880
Cost of sales: ( 91 ) ( 775 )
Gross profit(or loss): 118 105
Distribution costs: 0 0
Administrative expenses: 0 0
Other operating income: 0 0
Operating profit(or loss): 118 105
Interest receivable and similar income: 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: 118 105
Tax: 0 0
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 118 105

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Balance sheet

As at 31 January 2026

Notes 2026 2025


£
£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets: 3 360 380
Tangible assets: 4 400 450
Investments:   0 0
Total fixed assets: 760 830
Current assets
Stocks:   0 0
Debtors:   0 0
Cash at bank and in hand: 118 105
Investments:   0 0
Total current assets: 118 105
Prepayments and accrued income: 0 0
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year:   0 0
Net current assets (liabilities): 118 105
Total assets less current liabilities: 878 935
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): 878 935
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 878 935
Total members' funds: 878 935

The notes form part of these financial statements

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 January 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 30 October 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Sarah Healey-Dilkes
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Financial Reporting Standard 101

    Turnover policy

    The company’s activities are carried out for the benefit of the community. All surpluses are retained for reinvestment into community projects.

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    Tangible fixed assets are depreciated over 5 years on a straight-line basis.

    Intangible fixed assets amortisation policy

    Intangible fixed assets are amortised over 10 years on a straight-line basis.

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

  • 2. Employees

    2026 2025
    Average number of employees during the period 0 0

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

3. Intangible assets

Goodwill Other Total
Cost £ £ £
At 25 January 2025 0 380 380
Additions 0 0 0
Disposals 0 0 0
Revaluations 0 0 0
Transfers 0 0 0
At 31 January 2026 0 380 380
Amortisation
At 25 January 2025 0 0 0
Charge for year 0 20 20
On disposals 0 0 0
Other adjustments 0 0 0
At 31 January 2026 0 20 20
Net book value
At 31 January 2026 0 360 360
At 24 January 2025 0 380 380

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 January 2026

4. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 25 January 2025 0 0 450 0 0 450
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 31 January 2026 0 0 450 0 0 450
Depreciation
At 25 January 2025 0 0 0 0 0 0
Charge for year 0 0 50 0 0 50
On disposals 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other adjustments 0 0 0 0 0 0
At 31 January 2026 0 0 50 0 0 50
Net book value
At 31 January 2026 0 0 400 0 0 400
At 24 January 2025 0 0 450 0 0 450

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

BIRD BOX GALLERY CIC

Company Number: 15422125 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 January 2026

Company activities and impact

In 2025, the Bird Box Gallery CIC continued to provide an accessible and inclusive platform for community arts engagement, offering year-round public exhibitions displayed in its hedge-based gallery and online. Open to all ages and abilities, the project enabled artists, residents and visitors to encounter artwork in everyday public spaces, encouraging creativity, conversation and participation within the neighbourhood. A key achievement was the continued collaboration with Rowan Humberstone Ltd during the 2025 Open Studios programme. Rowan students and staff artists exhibited work through the Bird Box Gallery CIC network, contributing to the creation, curation and presentation of exhibitions while developing confidence, skills and public engagement. The programme also included a memorial exhibition celebrating the work of origami artist Michael Dilkes, attracting new audiences and fostering reflection on artistic legacy and community connections. Together, these activities strengthened relationships between local residents, artists and community organisations, increased opportunities for cultural participation, and established a strong foundation for the development of the 2026 Bird Box Gallery Biennale.

Consultation with stakeholders

The company’s key stakeholders include local residents, visitors, participating artists, hosts, and community partners. Feedback gathered through surveys, informal discussions, and local residents association meetings have been consistently positive, with strong support for continuing the biennale art trail and developing it into a sustainable event. This feedback has informed planning for both the collaboration with Rowan Open Studios 2025 and the forthcoming 2026 Biennale. The partnership provides a valuable framework for expanding participation and strengthening connections between educational and community led cultural activity. The organisation’s CEO highlighted the project's positive impact on students , noting the opportunity for participants to be involved throughout the process, from planning to public presentation. Building on these outcomes, future activity will focus on creating further opportunities for artist development, increasing community engagement, and establishing the 2026 Biennale as a recognised cultural event that builds on the success of the 2025 Rowan Open Studios.

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
30 October 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Sarah Healey-Dilkes
Status: Director