1ST BISHOP'S WALTHAM SCOUT GROUP
As Scouts, we believe in preparing young people with skills for life. We encourage our young people to do more, learn more and be more. Each week, the 1st Bishop's Waltham Scout Group gives young people in the Bishops Waltham area the opportunity to enjoy fun and adventure while developing the skills they need to succeed.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the Group operated with a surplus of £4,454 for the year, driven by increased membership subscriptions and successful fundraising. The Group holds unrestricted cash funds of £32,392, which exceeds its stated reserves policy target of approximately £15,000 (six months' running costs). The trustees report a robust financial position with no material uncertainties.
What the accounts disclose
“The ExecuCve CommiMee considers that the Group should hold a sum equivalent to at least six months' running costs (circa £15,000).” — page 11
Trustees
- Adrian Pashleychair
- Adele Melhuish
- Aidan Baker
- Caroline Brownlie
- NICHOLAS WOOLLETT
- Natalie Anne Harper
- Ralph William Bolton
- Richard Pyecroft
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £58k | £53k |
| 31/03/2024 | £40k | £39k |
| 31/03/2023 | £33k | £31k |
| 31/03/2022 | £24k | £24k |
| 31/03/2021 | £27k | £9k |
Common questions
Is 1ST BISHOP'S WALTHAM SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the Group operated with a surplus of £4,454 for the year, driven by increased membership subscriptions and successful fundraising. The Group holds unrestricted cash funds of £32,392, which exceeds its stated reserves policy target of approximately £15,000 (six months' running costs). The trustees report a robust financial position with no material uncertainties. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.