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Hitchin District Scout Council

Overseeing 14 Scout groups in the Hitchin District. These groups cater for people from the age of 4 to 25 years of age. The activities are wide and all groups meet weekly. The opportunities include camping and various other activities.

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Activities & Mission

Overseeing 14 Scout groups in the Hitchin District. These groups cater for people from the age of 4 to 25 years of age. The activities are wide and all groups meet weekly. The opportunities include camping and various other activities.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£77,569
Latest Expenditure
£80,286

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 103.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 103.5%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£77,569
£80,2860 / 50
2023
£118,915
£130,4460 / 30
2022
£125,344
£82,0710 / 28
2021
£42,726
£69,1720 / 25
2020
£64,437
£26,6960 / 11

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Frequently asked questions about Hitchin District Scout Council

What does Hitchin District Scout Council do?

Overseeing 14 Scout groups in the Hitchin District. These groups cater for people from the age of 4 to 25 years of age. The activities are wide and all groups meet weekly. The opportunities include camping and various other activities.

How much income did Hitchin District Scout Council report in 2024?

Hitchin District Scout Council reported total income of £78k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hitchin District Scout Council registered as a charity?

Hitchin District Scout Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 September 1968 as charity number 302546. It has been registered for 58 years.

Who runs Hitchin District Scout Council?

Hitchin District Scout Council is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Wells. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hitchin District Scout Council operate?

Hitchin District Scout Council operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hitchin District Scout Council a registered charity?

Yes — Hitchin District Scout Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 302546.

Details

Address
32 Kershaws Hill
HITCHIN
Hertfordshire
SG4 9AQ
Registration Date
16 September 1968
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
302546
Charity Number
302546

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Trustees

Michael Wells Chair
Colin Wilson
Craig Wilson
Denise Wells
Geraint Edwards
Also governs 1 other charity
Henry Harrison
Kevin Hankin
Max Pearson
Tony Hankin

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