West Mercia County Guides
Also known as: West Mercia County Girl Guides, Girlguiding West Mercia
As part of Girlguiding UK, West Mercia Guides purpose is to enable girls and young women develop their potential and to make a difference to the world.
Activities & Mission
As part of Girlguiding UK, West Mercia Guides purpose is to enable girls and young women develop their potential and to make a difference to the world.
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
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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £195,274 | £136,307 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £63,881 | £62,950 | 0 / 350 | |||
| 2023 | £37,352 | £54,117 | 0 / 350 | |||
| 2021 | £69,624 | £30,171 | 0 / 1000 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about West Mercia County Guides
What does West Mercia County Guides do?
As part of Girlguiding UK, West Mercia Guides purpose is to enable girls and young women develop their potential and to make a difference to the world.
How much income did West Mercia County Guides report in 2025?
West Mercia County Guides reported total income of £195k and reported expenditure of £136k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was West Mercia County Guides registered as a charity?
West Mercia County Guides was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 February 1993 as charity number 1017729. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs West Mercia County Guides?
West Mercia County Guides is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does West Mercia County Guides operate?
West Mercia County Guides operates across 5 areas, including Dudley, Sandwell, Staffordshire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is West Mercia County Guides a registered charity?
Yes — West Mercia County Guides is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1017729.
Details
Hordern Road
Wolverhampton
WV6 0HT
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- West Mercia County Girl Guides
- Girlguiding West Mercia
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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