113th Birmingham (1st Ariel) Scout Group
Charity 524567
Overview
Summary
113th Birmingham (1st Ariel) Scout Group appears to be a local youth-development organisation whose role extends beyond running activities: it provides a structured progression from early childhood to adolescence through four Scout sections, supported by people and physical space. Its formal charitable framing places it within the Scout Association, suggesting a recognised movement-based model rather than an independent single-purpose club. The available evidence indicates a blend of informal education, recreation and community infrastructure, but says little about its local partnerships, reach or distinct contribution within Birmingham.
Operational geography
Evidence and reasoning
Supporting evidence
Weoley and Selly Oak
Confidence: low
The Scout Association’s current group directory directly evidences continuing youth-section activity in Selly Oak. However, the available evidence does not directly establish that this activity is within the Weoley & Selly Oak ward.
- The Scout Association group directory: 113th Birmingham (1st Ariel)
Lists Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts as currently meeting in Selly Oak. - Birmingham City Council: Selly Oak Park directory entry
Identifies Selly Oak Park in Selly Oak. - Birmingham City Council planning record 2025/02205/PA
Records ward information for a nearby address.
Remaining uncertainties
- The Charity Commission records a principal/contact address in Kings Norton, but the current Scout Association directory identifies Selly Oak as the delivery location. The available evidence does not establish whether the Kings Norton address is also used operationally or is primarily a correspondence address.
- The Charity Commission reports that the charity operates in Birmingham City, but this is a broad administrative return and does not demonstrate citywide delivery. The directly evidenced youth-section activity is in Selly Oak.
- No current evidence was found of additional regular delivery venues, satellite sections, or partnerships that materially extend the group's operational footprint beyond Selly Oak.
- The available sources do not show the geographical catchment of members; children may travel from outside the ward, but this would not by itself evidence service delivery in those areas.
Additional evidence needed
- A current programme, annual report or official group webpage confirming any regular activities held away from the current Selly Oak delivery location.
- Confirmation from the group of whether the Kings Norton address is an active operational site, a property asset, or solely a charity correspondence address.
- Evidence of formal local partnerships or use of venues that create regular delivery activity in other Birmingham wards.
Areas of work
- Amateur Sport
- Education/training
Who they help
- Children/young People
How they help
- Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space
- Provides Human Resources
Discoveries involving this organisation
The Atlas has not published any Discoveries involving this organisation yet.
Observations
A long-term youth pathway rather than a single activity offer
The presence of Squirrel, Beaver, Cub and Scout sections suggests the group may support children and young people across several developmental stages, creating opportunities for sustained participation rather than brief or one-off engagement.
Why it matters
This helps explain the organisation as a potential source of continuity, belonging and skill development over time, not simply a provider of recreational sessions.
Show evidence
“Scout group with Squirrel, Beaver, Cub and Scout sections.”
Source:Organisation“Children/young People.”
Source:Charity Commission
The group combines youth work with local civic infrastructure
Its reported provision of human resources and buildings, facilities or open space suggests that its contribution may depend on both volunteers and access to a physical base, rather than solely on programme content.
Why it matters
This identifies the group as a possible community asset: its people and spaces may be as important to local civic life as its direct educational and sporting activities.
Show evidence
“Provides Human Resources, Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space.”
Source:Charity Commission“Education/training, Amateur Sport.”
Source:Charity Commission
Its operating model is linked to a wider movement
Being constituted as a unit of the Scout Association indicates that the group likely operates within a wider organisational framework, potentially drawing on shared methods, volunteer structures and progression routes.
Why it matters
This distinguishes the group from an entirely independent youth organisation and raises useful questions about the support, relationships and accountability available beyond its immediate locality.
Show evidence
“UNIT OF THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION”
Source:Charity Commission
- Which neighbourhoods and communities the group serves, and whether any young people are under-represented.
- Whether its facilities or volunteer capacity are shared with other local organisations.
- How it relates in practice to other Scout groups, schools, youth services and community organisations.
Remaining uncertainties
- Information on membership, waiting lists, age ranges, volunteer roles and participant retention.
- Details of premises, local partnerships, shared use of space and outreach activity.
- Evidence of outcomes reported by young people, families or community partners.
Additional evidence needed
Charity Commission profile
Activities
Scout group with Squirrel, Beaver, Cub and Scout sections.
Charity objects
UNIT OF THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION