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Lewisham District Scout Council

Also known as: Lewisham Manor District Scout Council, Lewisham Manor Scout District

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.

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
£470,436
Latest Expenditure
£429,750

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 91.4%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£470,436
£429,7500 / 139
2024
£405,769
£407,8110 / 140
2023
£384,138
£395,3210 / 140
2022
£346,484
£302,0090 / 140
2021
£464,201
£201,0860 / 165

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lewisham District Scout Council

What does Lewisham District 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 Lewisham District Scout Council report in 2025?

Lewisham District Scout Council reported total income of £470k and reported expenditure of £430k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Lewisham District Scout Council registered as a charity?

Lewisham District Scout Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 January 1991 as charity number 1001668. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Lewisham District Scout Council?

Lewisham District Scout Council is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Hedley Jackson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lewisham District Scout Council operate?

Lewisham District Scout Council operates across 2 areas: Croydon and Lewisham.

Is Lewisham District Scout Council a registered charity?

Yes — Lewisham District Scout Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1001668.

Details

Address
Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre
Featherbed Lane
CROYDON
CR0 9AA
Registration Date
24 January 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1001668
Charity Number
1001668

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Trustees

Michael Hedley Jackson Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
CHRIS ELLINSON
Dr David Wallis
Garry Walter Leach
Graeme Taylor
Graham John Simmons
Jennifer Mary McCullough
KEVIN MURPHY
Michael McDermott
Also governs 1 other charity
Morgan Gareth Fuller
Raymond Wickenden
RICHARD MORRISON

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Lewisham Manor District Scout Council
  • Lewisham Manor Scout District

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