34th Birmingham (1st Ward End) Scout Group
Charity 1205528
https://34th1stwardendscoutgroup.godaddysites.com/
Overview
Summary
34th Birmingham (1st Ward End) Scout Group appears to be a long-established, place-based youth organisation whose role extends beyond recreation: it provides a regular local setting where children can build confidence, practical skills and social connection. Its model combines low-cost weekly participation, outdoor adventure and life-skills learning, rooted in Ward End and supported by a physical meeting place. The available evidence suggests continuity and community presence are central strengths, although little is known about its reach, partnerships or the needs it is meeting.
Operational geography
Evidence and reasoning
Supporting evidence
Ward End
Confidence: high
The group's own website and the national Scouts directory identify Ward End as the community served and the location of regular meetings. The Scouts directory specifies that Beavers, Cubs and Scouts meet during term time.
- 34th Birmingham (1st Ward End) Scout Group website
The website describes the group as serving the Ward End community and gives Ward End as the place to visit; it states that the group meets twice weekly and runs additional activities. - The Scouts: 34th Birmingham (Ward End) group directory
The directory lists the group in Birmingham Spitfire District and states that its Beavers, Cubs and Scouts sections meet in Ward End. - Charity Commission register, charity number 1205528
The charity's registered contact address is in Birmingham; the register also records that it owns and/or leases land or property.
Remaining uncertainties
- The evidence establishes regular operational activity in Ward End, but does not confirm whether the group's meeting place is the whole premises or one part of a wider site.
- The group's website refers to camping, hiking and other activities outside regular meetings, but does not identify the locations of those activities. There is therefore no evidence to include further Birmingham operational areas.
- The Charity Commission records Birmingham City as the charity's area of operation, but this is broader than the direct service-location evidence and does not demonstrate citywide delivery.
- There is a minor postcode discrepancy in the sources, but all sources identify Ward End.
Additional evidence needed
- A current programme, annual report or activity calendar identifying the locations of camps, hikes, outreach sessions or other non-meeting activities.
- Confirmation from the group of whether it operates any additional meeting places, satellite sections or regular delivery venues beyond Ward End.
- Evidence of any formal local partnerships that provide recurring delivery sites or materially extend the group's reach beyond Ward End.
Areas of work
- Economic/community Development/employment
Who they help
- Children/young People
How they help
- Provides Advocacy/advice/information
Discoveries involving this organisation
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Observations
A durable neighbourhood institution
The group appears to function as a longstanding community anchor in Ward End, using a consistent local base to offer young people continuity, belonging and structured activity.
Why it matters
Its value may lie as much in sustained local presence and trusted routine as in individual Scout activities. This makes it potentially important civic infrastructure for children and families in the area.
Show evidence
“The group says it has served the Ward End community since 1909.”
Source:Organisation“Its address is 29 Rogers Rd, Birmingham B8 2JL.”
Source:Organisation“It meets twice a week, on Monday and Thursday.”
Source:Organisation
Skills development is the core mechanism, not an incidental benefit
Adventure appears to be the group’s delivery method for wider personal and civic development, rather than its sole purpose.
Why it matters
This distinguishes the organisation from a leisure club: it may contribute to confidence, responsibility and social capability through repeated practical participation.
Show evidence
“Its object is to promote young people’s physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, responsible citizens and community members.”
Source:Charity Commission“It offers adventurous indoor and outdoor activities while learning new skills for life.”
Source:Organisation“Its mission is to empower children through outdoor activities and life skills.”
Source:Organisation
A relatively accessible entry point may support inclusion
Free introductory participation and modest monthly fees may indicate an effort to lower financial barriers while sustaining a locally run programme.
Why it matters
Affordability can shape who is able to access enrichment, outdoor activity and peer networks. It would be useful to understand whether this approach reaches families otherwise excluded from such opportunities.
Show evidence
“New members receive their first four weeks free.”
Source:Organisation“Membership costs £12 a month after the first four weeks.”
Source:Organisation“Fees cover rent, activity materials, games and badge costs.”
Source:Organisation
- Which age groups, communities and numbers of young people the group currently reaches.
- Whether it works with schools, youth services, faith groups or other local organisations.
- Whether there are waiting lists, volunteer capacity constraints or unmet demand.
Remaining uncertainties
- Membership, attendance, demographic and geographic reach data over time.
- Information on volunteers, local partnerships, referral routes and financial-support provision.
Additional evidence needed
Charity Commission profile
Activities
At the 34th scout group we aim to help give all young people in the area the opportunity to take part in adventurous activities, both indoors and outdoors, while learning valuable new skills for life.
Charity objects
TO PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE IN ACHIEVING THEIR FULL PHYSICAL, INTELLECTUAL, SOCIAL AND SPIRITUAL POTENTIAL; AS INDIVIDUALS, AS RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS AND AS MEMBERS OF THEIR LOCAL, NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITIES