SEVENOAKS DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
Purpose of Scouting: To actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. Values of Scouting: Scouts are guided by the values of Integrity, Respect, Care, Belief and Co-operation.Scout Method: Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults, work together based on the values of Scouting.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total cash funds amounted to £558,183 at the end of the financial year, with an additional £61,662 held in investment units. The trustees have allocated £25,000 as a reserve, noting that the level of reserves is varied through annual budgeting according to perceived future needs and risks.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of Sevenoaks District Scout Council to hold a reasonable level of reserves in order to provide a sound financial basis for the development and running of Scouting within the District and to vary that level through annual budgeting according to perceived future needs and risks.” — page 6
Trustees
- Anthony Paul Hitchingschair
- Erik Jonathan Barrow
- Jennifer Baker-Hirst
- Joanna Gail Brookbank
- Martin Frederick Cox
- Michael Brendan Randall
- Michael Herbert Schwarz
- Nicholas Geoffrey Roberts
- Nigel Patrick Maurice Rainey
- Richard Mark Williams
- Verena Carmichael
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £70k | £67k |
| 31/03/2024 | £56k | £111k |
| 31/03/2023 | £242k | £193k |
| 31/03/2022 | £39k | £45k |
| 31/03/2021 | £68k | £33k |
Common questions
Is SEVENOAKS DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total cash funds amounted to £558,183 at the end of the financial year, with an additional £61,662 held in investment units. The trustees have allocated £25,000 as a reserve, noting that the level of reserves is varied through annual budgeting according to perceived future needs and risks.