Berkshire County Scout Council

Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

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Activities & Mission

Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

Grants

Berkshire County Scout Council makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to: individuals
Total spending (2025): £177,751; Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps: children and young people
What it supports: education and training

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Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Local Authority

Bracknell Forest Reading Slough West Berkshire Windsor And Maidenhead Wokingham

Financial Information

Latest Income

£213,525

Latest Expenditure

£177,751

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 83.2%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

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	Staff
2025	£213,525	£177,751	0 / 80
2024	£172,737	£203,700	0 / 88
2023	£315,173	£353,626	0 / 94
2022	£111,170	£218,499	0 / 78
2021	£188,395	£176,412	0 / 83

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Berkshire County Scout Council

What does Berkshire County Scout Council do?

Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

How much income did Berkshire County Scout Council report in 2025?

Berkshire County Scout Council reported total income of £214k and reported expenditure of £178k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Berkshire County Scout Council registered as a charity?

Berkshire County Scout Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 1992 as charity number 1015269. It has been registered for 34 years.

Who runs Berkshire County Scout Council?

Berkshire County Scout Council is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN AITKEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Berkshire County Scout Council operate?

Berkshire County Scout Council operates across 6 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Reading, Slough and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Berkshire County Scout Council a registered charity?

Yes — Berkshire County Scout Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1015269.