Walesby Forest
To promote the development of young people, allowing them to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens and Trustees of their local, national and international communities.To provide one of the best and safest activities centre for scouting, guiding, schools, other organised groups and other participants.
Activities & Mission
To promote the development of young people, allowing them to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens and Trustees of their local, national and international communities.To provide one of the best and safest activities centre for scouting, guiding, schools, other organised groups and other participants.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 68% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 256). How is this calculated?
Higher than 35% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,457,655 | £1,514,669 | £1,415,613 | £889,733 | £825,585 | 41 / 50 |
| 2023 | £1,562,822 | £1,487,160 | £1,363,597 | £946,747 | £878,979 | 43 / 62 |
| 2022 | £1,447,980 | £1,285,767 | £1,177,573 | £871,085 | £793,940 | 37 / 71 |
| 2021 | £993,741 | £760,704 | £705,338 | £708,874 | £708,874 | 22 / 58 |
| 2020 | £220,944 | £533,617 | 0 / 24 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Walesby Forest
What does Walesby Forest do?
To promote the development of young people, allowing them to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens and Trustees of their local, national and international communities.To provide one of the best and safest activities centre for scouting, guiding, schools, other organised groups and other participants.
How much income did Walesby Forest report in 2024?
Walesby Forest reported total income of £1.46m and reported expenditure of £1.51m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Walesby Forest?
Walesby Forest has a program ratio of 97.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 256 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Walesby Forest registered as a charity?
Walesby Forest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 2012 as charity number 1147348. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Walesby Forest?
Walesby Forest is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALISTAIR BOW. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Walesby Forest operate?
Walesby Forest operates in Nottinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Walesby Forest a registered charity?
Yes — Walesby Forest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147348.
Details
Walesby Forest Scout Centre
Walesby
Newark
NG22 9NG
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