# 17th West Lothian Scout Group

## Details

- **Country:** Scotland
- **Charity number:** SC035910
- **Status:** Active
- **Legal form:** Unincorporated association
- **Part of:** [Scouts Scotland](/sc/SC017511) (SC017511)
- **Registered:** Oct. 15, 2004
- **Register:** https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC035910


## Contact

- **Address:** 58 Beechwood Grove, Uphall Station, West Lothian
- **Postcode:** EH54 5QJ
- **Website:** www.17thbroxburnscoutgroup.co.uk



## Activities

**Activities:** 'It carries out activities or services itself'

**Purposes:** 'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development'

**What the charity does:** Scouting is Set Up To: -Develop Character & Citizenship: Instilling ethical values, responsibility, and community engagement. -Build Leadership & Fitness: Fostering self-reliance, physical health, and leadership abilities. -Promote Life Skills: Teaching practical skills for school, work, and life, alongside fun and teamwork.  How Scouting Does This -Learning by Doing: Active, hands-on participation in activities. -Patrol System: Young people lead themselves in small teams, taking responsibility for themselves. -Outdoor Adventure: Camping, hiking, and exploring nature. -Personalized Program: A vast system of badges allows a young person to have a varied programme. -Scout Law & Promise: A moral framework guiding behavior, emphasizing trustworthiness, helpfulness, and bravery. -Adult Support: Trained volunteers guide and mentor, ensuring activities are safe and purposeful.

**Objectives:** Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.





## Areas of operation

- **Main operating location:** West Lothian
- **Geographical spread:** Wider, but within one local authority area



## Finances

| Period end | Income | Expenditure | Assets | Employees | Accounts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2025 | £13978 | £14661 |  -  | 0 |  |
| March 31, 2024 | £9845 | £9709 |  -  | 0 |  |
| March 31, 2023 | £9776 | £10039 |  -  | 0 |  |
| March 31, 2022 | £7391 | £4002 |  -  | 0 |  |
| March 31, 2021 | £2855 | £1473 |  -  | 0 |  |