Greater London South County Scout Council
Also known as: South London Scout Centre
Greater London South County Scout Council, known as South London Scouts, supports and manages Scouting across the London Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Royal Greenwich, Lewisham, Southwark, Lambeth, & Wandsworth. Providing strategic direction and operational support to its member Scout Districts which mirror the London Borough boundaries.
Activities & Mission
Greater London South County Scout Council, known as South London Scouts, supports and manages Scouting across the London Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Royal Greenwich, Lewisham, Southwark, Lambeth, & Wandsworth. Providing strategic direction and operational support to its member Scout Districts which mirror the London Borough boundaries.
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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.
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- Asset transfer in in 2025 — The Scout County of Greater London South East (organisation 1015476)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £354,972 | £312,341 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2025 | £255,499 | £292,190 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2024 | £315,596 | £366,176 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2023 | £450,452 | £302,167 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2022 | £144,247 | £183,994 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Greater London South County Scout Council
What does Greater London South County Scout Council do?
Greater London South County Scout Council, known as South London Scouts, supports and manages Scouting across the London Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Royal Greenwich, Lewisham, Southwark, Lambeth, & Wandsworth. Providing strategic direction and operational support to its member Scout Districts which mirror the London Borough boundaries.
How much income did Greater London South County Scout Council report in 2026?
Greater London South County Scout Council reported total income of £355k and reported expenditure of £312k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Greater London South County Scout Council registered as a charity?
Greater London South County Scout Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 December 1966 as charity number 303883. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Greater London South County Scout Council?
Greater London South County Scout Council is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID DOWLE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Greater London South County Scout Council operate?
Greater London South County Scout Council operates across 7 areas, including Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Greater London South County Scout Council a registered charity?
Yes — Greater London South County Scout Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 303883.
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- South London Scout Centre
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- 26 October 2026
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