Contract Candles & Diffusers Ltd
05075959
Some Concerns
- No accounts filed in last 18 months (-5)
- Loss before tax (-10)
- Going concern doubt noted in accounts (-10)
- 1 outstanding charge (-2)
Details
Compliance
Accounts
Confirmation statement
Industry
Officers
director · Since 01/01/2011
CANDLE MANUFACTURER
BRITISH · ENGLAND · Age 68
Also on 11 other boards
director · Since 17/06/2013
SALES & RETAIL DIRECTOR
BRITISH · UNITED KINGDOM · Age 64
Also on 2 other boards
director · Since 14/03/2016
DIRECTOR
BRITISH · UNITED KINGDOM · Age 62
Also on 7 other boards
director · Since 16/01/2024
DIRECTOR
BRITISH · UNITED KINGDOM · Age 38
Also on 11 other boards
director · Since 16/01/2024
DIRECTOR
BRITISH · UNITED KINGDOM · Age 42
Also on 11 other boards
secretary · Since 16/04/2024
director · Since 13/08/2025
MANAGING DIRECTOR
BRITISH · ENGLAND · Age 42
Also on 1 other board
Persons with Significant Control
Thf Holdings Ltd
Hexham Villa, Egton Terrace, Birtley, DH3 1LX
Reg: 09347785 · England And Wales · Private Company Limited By Shares
Notified 06/01/2021
Former PSCs
Mr Allan Thompson
Ceased 06/01/2021
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CompanyRankvs 241+ SIC 20590 peers54
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How is this score calculated?
Net worth compared to all companies in the same SIC code with published accounts. Top quartile earns the full 25 points.
Workforce size relative to sector peers from the most recent accounts. A larger team generally signals commercial scale.
Current assets ÷ current liabilities. A ratio above 2× earns full marks; between 1–2× scores partially; below 0.5× scores minimal points.
One point per year of operation since incorporation, capped at 15. Older companies have a proven track record.
Full 15 points when both annual accounts and confirmation statement are filed on time. Points are deducted for each overdue filing.
Risk deductions
Going concern doubt: -10 pts
Outstanding charges: -10 pts
Maximum score is 100. Deductions apply for insolvency history, outstanding charges, going concern doubt, or disqualified officers.
Going Concern Doubt
we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue. Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the directors with respect to
Key FinancialsYear ending 31/12/2024
Net Worth
£2.8M
Balance sheet strength
Cash
£0
Cash in the bank
Profit Before Tax
-£1.2M
Bottom line earnings
Net Current Assets
£504k
Working capital
Current Assets
£14.3M
Current Liabilities
£13.8M
Fixed Assets
£2.7M
Debtors
£11.8M
Admin Expenses
£10.0M
Profit After Tax
-£1.0M
People Costs
Balance Sheet
EstimatesDerived
| Year | Current Ratio | Implied Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.04 | -£1.0M |
| 2023 | 1.13 | -£1.1M |
| 2022 | 1.20 | — |
Derived from filed accounts. Not audited figures.