1ST WELLINGTON SCOUT GROUP
1st Wellington Scout Groups is a large vibrant Scout Group with a strong sense of family and community who, through its wide adventurous and culturally rich programme helps the development of the young people of Wellington and its surrounding villages.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held approximately £15,000 in its current account at the financial year end, with £5,000 ring-fenced for a minibus fund. The trustees' report indicates a policy to hold reserves equivalent to three months of running costs, noting that the group is primarily reliant on subscriptions and fundraising income.
What the accounts disclose
“The Group Trustee Board considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 3 months running costs, circa £3000.”
Trustees
- Dave Belfieldchair
- Gwynfor Jones
- NICK TURNER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £27k | £23k |
| 31/03/2024 | £16k | £23k |
| 31/03/2023 | £11k | £21k |
| 31/03/2022 | £7k | £13k |
| 31/03/2021 | £24k | £8k |
Common questions
Is 1ST WELLINGTON SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held approximately £15,000 in its current account at the financial year end, with £5,000 ring-fenced for a minibus fund. The trustees' report indicates a policy to hold reserves equivalent to three months of running costs, noting that the group is primarily reliant on subscriptions and fundraising income.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Community Foundation | 14/06/2016 | £5k | Floor for all |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/02/2012 | £8k | Making a difference |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/05/2008 | £7k | Making a difference to young peoples lives by getting kids outdoors |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/01/2005 | £15k | Mini bus |