Company registration number SC243198 (Scotland)
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
PAGES FOR FILING WITH REGISTRAR
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
CONTENTS
Page
Balance sheet
1 - 2
Notes to the financial statements
3 - 8
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT
31 MARCH 2023
31 March 2023
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2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
4
2,728,930
2,905,395
Current assets
Stocks
17,109
83,037
Debtors
5
508,209
191,585
Cash at bank and in hand
688,751
527,552
1,214,069
802,174
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
6
(108,809)
(36,647)
Net current assets
1,105,260
765,527
Total assets less current liabilities
3,834,190
3,670,922
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
7
(3,259,034)
(3,259,034)
Net assets
575,156
411,888
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
9
2,450,000
2,450,000
Profit and loss reserves
(1,874,844)
(2,038,112)
Total equity
575,156
411,888
The directors of the company have elected not to include a copy of the profit and loss account within the financial statements.true
For the financial year ended 31 March 2023 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.
These financial statements have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED)
AS AT
31 MARCH 2023
31 March 2023
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The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 31 August 2023 and are signed on its behalf by:
Mr S L C Robertson
Director
Company Registration No. SC243198
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
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1
Accounting policies
Company information
Pitcastle Estate Management Limited is a private company limited by shares incorporated in Scotland. The registered office is J & H Mitchell WS, Solicitors, 51 Atholl Road, Pitlochry, Perthshire, United Kingdom, PH16 5BU.
1.1
Accounting convention
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 disclosure requirements of section 1A of FRS 102 have been applied other than where additional disclosure is required to show a true and fair view.
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, [modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
1.2
Going concern
These financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis. However, the company is reliant on the continued support of the Robertson family to continue trading.true
1.3
Turnover
Turnover is recognised at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for goods and services provided in the normal course of business, and is shown net of VAT and other sales related taxes. The fair value of consideration takes into account trade discounts, settlement discounts and volume rebates.
When cash inflows are deferred and represent a financing arrangement, the fair value of the consideration is the present value of the future receipts. The difference between the fair value of the consideration and the nominal amount received is recognised as interest income.
Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer (usually on dispatch of the goods), the amount of revenue can be measured reliably, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the entity and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.
Turnover from the supply of services is represents the value of services provided in the period. Turnover from woodland grants is recognised when the business has met all the conditions which entitle it to payment. Turnover from generation of electricity and the associated feed in tariff is recognised at the contracted rate as electricity is generated.
1.4
Intangible fixed assets other than goodwill
Intangible assets acquired separately from a business are recognised at cost and are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses.
Intangible assets acquired on business combinations are recognised separately from goodwill at the acquisition date where it is probable that the expected future economic benefits that are attributable to the asset will flow to the entity and the fair value of the asset can be measured reliably; the intangible asset arises from contractual or other legal rights; and the intangible asset is separable from the entity.
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Amortisation 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:
Agricultural grant entitlement
7 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:
Property improvements
10% on cost
Plant and equipment
20% on cost
Motor vehicles
25% on cost
Hydro scheme
4% on cost
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.
Depreciation is calculated on a monthly basis.
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.
1.7
Stocks
Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition.
Stocks held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured at the lower of cost and replacement cost, adjusted where applicable for any loss of service potential.
At each reporting date, an assessment is made for impairment. Any excess of the carrying amount of stocks over its estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell is recognised as an impairment loss in profit or loss. Reversals of impairment losses are also recognised in profit or 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.
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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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.
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
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.
1.12
Retirement benefits
Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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1.13
Leases
Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessees. All other leases are classified as operating leases.
Assets held under finance leases are recognised as assets at the lower of the assets fair value at the date of inception and the present value of the minimum lease payments. The related liability is included in the balance sheet as a finance lease obligation. Lease payments are treated as consisting of capital and interest elements. The interest is charged to profit or loss so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability.
1.14
Foreign exchange
Transactions in currencies other than pounds sterling are recorded at the rates of exchange prevailing at the dates of the transactions. At each reporting end date, monetary assets and liabilities that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing on the reporting end date. Gains and losses arising on translation in the period are included in profit or loss.
1.15
Payment received under the EU Basic Payment Scheme is recognised as income only when the business has met all the criteria which entitles it to the payment. This follows the end of the calendar year in which the claim was made.
2
Employees
The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the company during the year was:
2023
2022
Number
Number
Total
6
6
3
Intangible fixed assets
Agricultural grant entitlement
£
Cost
At 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2023
217,805
Amortisation and impairment
At 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2023
217,805
Carrying amount
At 31 March 2023
At 31 March 2022
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
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4
Tangible fixed assets
Property improvements
Plant and equipment
Motor vehicles
Hydro scheme
Total
£
£
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 April 2022
251,235
303,660
206,009
3,507,277
4,268,181
Additions
5,062
5,062
Disposals
(63,600)
(63,600)
At 31 March 2023
251,235
308,722
142,409
3,507,277
4,209,643
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 April 2022
235,713
219,634
206,009
701,430
1,362,786
Depreciation charged in the year
15,522
25,714
140,291
181,527
Eliminated in respect of disposals
(63,600)
(63,600)
At 31 March 2023
251,235
245,348
142,409
841,721
1,480,713
Carrying amount
At 31 March 2023
63,374
2,665,556
2,728,930
At 31 March 2022
15,522
84,026
2,805,847
2,905,395
5
Debtors
2023
2022
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Trade debtors
24,342
500
Other debtors
483,867
191,085
508,209
191,585
6
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2023
2022
£
£
Trade creditors
86,469
11,869
Taxation and social security
6,027
4,398
Other creditors
16,313
20,380
108,809
36,647
7
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
2023
2022
£
£
Other creditors
3,259,034
3,259,034
PITCASTLE ESTATE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
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8
Finance lease obligations
2023
2022
Future minimum lease payments due under finance leases:
£
£
Within one year
3,657
9
Called up share capital
2023
2022
2023
2022
Ordinary share capital
Number
Number
£
£
Issued and fully paid
Ordinary of £1 each
2,450,000
2,450,000
2,450,000
2,450,000
10
Directors' transactions
Dividends totalling £0 (2022 - £0) were paid in the year in respect of shares held by the company's directors.
Description
% Rate
Opening balance
Amounts advanced
Interest charged
Amounts repaid
Closing balance
£
£
£
£
£
Directors
2.00
9,155
38,223
158
(46,619)
917
9,155
38,223
158
(46,619)
917
11
Parent company
Robertson Holdings Limited (incorporated in Jersey) is regarded by the director as being the company's ultimate parent company.
The ultimate controlling party is Mr S L C Robertson.
12
Related party transactions
The company has taken advantage of exemption, under the terms of Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland', not to disclose related party transactions with wholly owned subsidiaries within the group.true