Essex Book Festival
07538636
Some Concerns
- No accounts filed in last 18 months (-5)
- Going concern doubt noted in accounts (-10)
Details
Compliance
Last accounts
31/12/2024
total exemption full
Next accounts due
30/09/2026
Confirmation statement
Last: 11/02/2026
Due 25/02/2027
Industry
Officers
director · Since 22/02/2011
BOOKSELLER
BRITISH · ENGLAND · Age 74
Also on 1 other board
director · Since 09/12/2014
DIRECTOR
BRITISH · ENGLAND · Age 77
Also on 4 other boards
director · Since 07/11/2022
AUTHOR
BRITISH · ENGLAND · Age 62
Also on 1 other board
director · Since 23/04/2026
BRITISH · UNITED KINGDOM · Age 45
Also on 3 other boards
CompanyRankvs 48+ SIC 91011 peers62
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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
Maximum score is 100. Deductions apply for insolvency history, outstanding charges, going concern doubt, or disqualified officers.
Going Concern Doubt
reserves generated from the Arts Council England. The reserves were used to develop specific projects, partnerships and audiences with the aim to embed diversity into all our festival events. Going concern No material uncertainties exist regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Page 1 Essex Book Festival (Registered number: 07538636) Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended
Key FinancialsYear ending 31/12/2022
Net Worth
£29k
Balance sheet strength
Cash
£57k
Cash in the bank
Net Current Assets
£29k
Working capital
Current Assets
£57k
Current Liabilities
£28k
Debtors
£900
Balance Sheet
EstimatesDerived
| Year | Current Ratio |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 2.04 |
Derived from filed accounts. Not audited figures.