Is 5th Birtley Scout Group a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists 5th Birtley Scout Group as a registered charity (number 1215846) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is 5th Birtley Scout Group's charity number?

5th Birtley Scout Group's charity number is 1215846. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1215846?

Search 1215846 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.

Does 5th Birtley Scout Group have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to 5th Birtley Scout Group?

5th Birtley Scout Group's website listed in our register data is http://www.birtleyscouts.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was 5th Birtley Scout Group registered as a charity?

5th Birtley Scout Group was entered on the register on 19 November 2025.

Registered charity · No. 1215846

5th Birtley Scout Group

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5th Birtley Scout Group is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training.

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What are the key facts about 5th Birtley Scout Group?

Registered charity number: 1215846
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Ruskin Road
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.birtleyscouts.org.uk

Quick answer

5th Birtley Scout Group (number 1215846) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does 5th Birtley Scout Group do?

A community based Scout Group that provides regular Scouting activities for local young people, supporting their personal and social development through teamwork, leadership, outdoor learning and community involvement. A balanced programme that helps young people build confidence, life skills and resilience, while encouraging active citizenship and strengthening links within the local community.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for 5th Birtley Scout Group

Answers 5th Birtley Scout Group gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register records 5th Birtley Scout Group as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 19 November 2025
Where it says it operates: Gateshead

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is 5th Birtley Scout Group registered for?

Education/training

Why is there no Clarity Score for 5th Birtley Scout Group yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score 5th Birtley Scout Group. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to 5th Birtley Scout Group?

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Frequently asked questions

Is 5th Birtley Scout Group a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists 5th Birtley Scout Group as a registered charity (number 1215846) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is 5th Birtley Scout Group's charity number?: 5th Birtley Scout Group's charity number is 1215846. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1215846?: Search 1215846 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 5th Birtley Scout Group do?: A community based Scout Group that provides regular Scouting activities for local young people, supporting their personal and social development through teamwork, leadership, outdoor learning and community involvement. A balanced programme that helps young people build confidence, life skills and resilience, while encouraging active citizenship and strengthening links within the local community.
Does 5th Birtley Scout Group have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 5th Birtley 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 5th Birtley Scout Group?: 5th Birtley Scout Group's website listed in our register data is http://www.birtleyscouts.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to 5th Birtley Scout Group?: The register records 5th Birtley Scout Group as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
When was 5th Birtley Scout Group registered as a charity?: 5th Birtley Scout Group was entered on the register on 19 November 2025.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.