--- title: "1st Shefford Scout Group — check charity number 274417 | CharityCompare" description: "Is 1st Shefford Scout Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 274417. Education/training charity based in Shefford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/1st-shefford-scout-group retrieved: 2026-08-18T08:23:46.835Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer 1st Shefford Scout Group is a registered charity (number 274417) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; amateur sport; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £21,793 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about 1st Shefford Scout Group? Registered charity number 274417 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Shefford Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £21,793 Website [www.sheffordscouts.org.uk](http://www.sheffordscouts.org.uk/) ## What does 1st Shefford Scout Group do? Shefford Scouts is part of the UK Scout Association. We currently run Beavers, Cubs, Scout and Explorer sections. ## What causes is 1st Shefford Scout Group registered for? Education/trainingAmateur SportEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for 1st Shefford Scout Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. 1st Shefford Scout Group is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=1st-shefford-scout-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sheffordscouts.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is 1st Shefford Scout Group a legitimate charity? Yes. 1st Shefford Scout Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 274417) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is 1st Shefford Scout Group's charity number? 1st Shefford Scout Group's charity number is 274417. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 274417? Search 274417 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does 1st Shefford Scout Group do? Shefford Scouts is part of the UK Scout Association. We currently run Beavers, Cubs, Scout and Explorer sections. Does 1st Shefford Scout Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 1st Shefford Scout Group. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to 1st Shefford Scout Group? 1st Shefford Scout Group's website is http://www.sheffordscouts.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/274417).