West Mercia Scout County

Also known as: West Mercia Scout Group, West Midlands Scout County

Scouting actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

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Activities & Mission

Scouting actively engages and supports 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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Local Authority

Dudley Sandwell Staffordshire Walsall Wolverhampton Worcestershire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£51,001

Latest Expenditure

£49,280

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.6%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 96.6%

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.

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	Staff
2025	£51,001	£49,280	0 / 1410
2024	£95,987	£72,738	0 / 1497
2023	£151,389	£156,045	0 / 1497
2022	£45,468	£38,308	0 / 1444
2021	£73,023	£27,191	0 / 1890

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about West Mercia Scout County

What does West Mercia Scout County do?

Scouting actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

How much income did West Mercia Scout County report in 2025?

West Mercia Scout County reported total income of £51k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was West Mercia Scout County registered as a charity?

West Mercia Scout County was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 1971 as charity number 524648. It has been registered for 55 years.

Who runs West Mercia Scout County?

West Mercia Scout County is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Brettt SKidmore. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West Mercia Scout County operate?

West Mercia Scout County operates across 6 areas, including Dudley, Sandwell, Staffordshire and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is West Mercia Scout County a registered charity?

Yes — West Mercia Scout County is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 524648.