1st Banners Gate Scout Group
Charity 503763
Overview
Summary
1st Banners Gate Scout Group appears to be a locally rooted youth-development organisation whose role extends beyond running age-based activities. Its own grounds and Scout Hut, broad programme from ages 4 to 18, and reliance on volunteers suggest a durable neighbourhood platform for informal education, social connection and progression through childhood. The available evidence indicates a relatively substantial local Scout provision, though it does not show who participates, how accessible it is, or how it connects with other organisations.
Operational geography
Evidence and reasoning
Supporting evidence
Sutton Vesey
Confidence: low
The group identifies its own Scout Hut and grounds in west Sutton Coldfield as its meeting place. This is corroborated by its 2024 Charity Commission annual report and the Scouts group directory. However, the available evidence does not directly establish the ward in which this activity takes place.
- 33rd Sutton Coldfield Scouts, Location page
The group states that it meets in its own Scout Hut in Sutton Coldfield, near the south-western edge of Sutton Park. - 33rd Sutton Coldfield Scouts, homepage
The group lists regular term-time meetings for Squirrels, two Beaver Colonies, two Cub Packs, Scouts and Explorers, and states that these take place in its own grounds and Scout Hut in west Sutton Coldfield. - Charity Commission, 1st Bannersgate Scout Group Trustees' Annual Report for 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2024
The charity's principal address is recorded in the annual report. - The Scouts, 33rd Birmingham (33rd Sutton Coldfield, 1st Bannersgate) Scout Group directory entry
The official Scouts directory lists the group's Scout Hall in Sutton Coldfield.
Remaining uncertainties
- The evidence supports a single regular delivery base in west Sutton Coldfield, but does not directly establish that it is in Sutton Vesey. Although the group says it serves young people from Sutton Coldfield and surrounding areas, this describes a likely beneficiary catchment rather than additional operational locations.
- The group is part of Sutton Coldfield West Scout District and Birmingham Scout County, whose programmes may involve wider-area activities. However, the available evidence does not directly establish that this individual group currently delivers services at other district, citywide or regional venues.
- The website notes that additional meetings or events may occur during school holidays, but does not identify their locations.
Additional evidence needed
- A current group programme, annual report or events calendar naming venues used outside the group's Scout Hut.
- Direct confirmation from the group or Sutton Coldfield West Scout District of any recurring district-level activities delivered or hosted by the group beyond its own site.
- Information on whether the group has formal use of Sutton Park or any other outdoor venue for regular activities, rather than occasional events.
Areas of work
- 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 local youth pathway rather than a single service
The group appears to offer a continuous developmental pathway across most of childhood and adolescence, allowing relationships, skills and belonging to develop over time rather than through short-term participation.
Why it matters
This suggests the organisation may be an important source of continuity for local young people and families, with potential value in transitions between life stages as well as weekly activities.
Show evidence
“The group provides activities for young people aged 4 to 18.”
Source:Organisation“It has a Squirrel Drey, two Beaver Colonies, two Cub Packs, one Scout Troop and an Explorers section.”
Source:Organisation
Physical space is part of its civic contribution
The group's own grounds and Scout Hut appear to be a core operating asset, not simply a venue, enabling regular activity and potentially creating a stable community base in west Sutton Coldfield.
Why it matters
Organisations with dedicated space can offer a different kind of local capacity from those dependent on hired rooms; the site may also create opportunities for wider partnerships or shared community use.
Show evidence
“The group meets in its own grounds and Scout Hut in the west of Sutton Coldfield.”
Source:Organisation“The charity provides buildings, facilities or open space.”
Source:Charity Commission
Volunteer capacity may be a strategic dependency
The invitation for all volunteers suggests that sustaining or expanding the programme may depend on continued recruitment and development of adult volunteers.
Why it matters
This shifts attention from youth participation alone to the local networks and adult capacity that make the organisation viable. Volunteer availability may shape its resilience and ability to respond to demand.
Show evidence
“The website states that all volunteers are welcome.”
Source:Organisation“The charity provides human resources.”
Source:Charity Commission
- Whether participation reflects the full diversity of nearby communities, including young people facing financial, cultural, disability or transport barriers.
- Whether the grounds and Scout Hut are shared with other community organisations or used beyond Scout activity.
- How the group relates to schools, other youth providers, local authorities and wider Scout networks.
Remaining uncertainties
- Membership, waiting-list and demographic data by section, alongside information on fees, subsidies and accessibility support.
- Evidence of partnerships, facility use, volunteer numbers and changes in provision over time.
Additional evidence needed
Charity Commission profile
Activities
As Scouts, we believe in preparing young people with skills for life. We encourage our young people to do more, learn more and be more. Each week, the 33rd Sutton Coldfield (1st Bannersgate) Scout Group give young people of Sutton Coldfield and surrounding areas the opportunity to enjoy fun and adventure while developing the skills they need to succeed.
Charity objects
THE INSTRUCTION OF BOYS OF ALL CLASSES IN THE PRINCIPLES OF DISCIPLINE, LOYALTY AND GOOD CITIZENSHIP.