HARPENDEN AND WHEATHAMPSTEAD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
The Harpenden and Wheathampstead Scout District supports Explorer Scout Units and the Scout Groups across Harpenden, Wheathampstead and Kimpton to encourage the young people to do more, learn more and be more. Each week, we support our members by providing 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 District Council achieved a net surplus of £15,862 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income of £202,660 against expenditure of £186,798. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds total funds of £55,000 in cash and cash equivalents, with no material restricted funds. The trustees declare that there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“total income of £202,660 primarily relates to charitable activities £111,432 (see note 4)” — page 5
Trustees
- JONATHAN FINCHchair
- Ian Hawkins
- Jacqueline Sarah Agg
- Ketul Shah
- Louise Gordon
- Nicholas Frost
- Pauline Whiting
- RUSSELL LEON BROOKS
- Russell Husbands
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £203k | £187k |
| 31/03/2024 | £129k | £144k |
| 31/03/2023 | £148k | £143k |
| 31/03/2022 | £77k | £67k |
| 31/03/2021 | £10k | £17k |
Common questions
Is HARPENDEN AND WHEATHAMPSTEAD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the District Council achieved a net surplus of £15,862 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income of £202,660 against expenditure of £186,798. Per the trustees' report, the charity holds total funds of £55,000 in cash and cash equivalents, with no material restricted funds. The trustees declare that there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARPENDEN AND WHEATHAMPSTEAD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £203k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HEMEL HEMPSTEAD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £139k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| Harborough District Scout Council | £112k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| WATFORD NORTH DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £112k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HARROGATE AND NIDDERDALE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £188k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| WILTSHIRE NORTH DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £209k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |