Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust
To educate the public via our website and visitors to our Scout and Guide Museum on the history and development of the Scout and Guide Movements.To inspire our members that they are part of a World Movement with amazing history and a great future.
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To educate the public via our website and visitors to our Scout and Guide Museum on the history and development of the Scout and Guide Movements.To inspire our members that they are part of a World Movement with amazing history and a great future.
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £28,216 | £30,202 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £895,618 | £21,896 | £20,121 | £1,522,787 | £68,529 | 0 / 7 |
| 2022 | £19,155 | £13,904 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £44,938 | £15,422 | 0 / 4 |
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Frequently asked questions about Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust
What does Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust do?
To educate the public via our website and visitors to our Scout and Guide Museum on the history and development of the Scout and Guide Movements.To inspire our members that they are part of a World Movement with amazing history and a great future.
How much income did Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust report in 2024?
Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust registered as a charity?
Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 June 1998 as charity number 1070181. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust?
Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Jan Thornton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust operate?
Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Be Prepared - The Story Of Scouting Museum Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1070181.
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Waddecar Scout Camp
Snape Raike Lane
Goosnargh
PRESTON
PR3 2EU
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