--- title: "Hereford and Worcester Scout County — check charity number 505004 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hereford and Worcester Scout County a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 505004. Education/training charity based in The Compa. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hereford-and-worcester-scout-county retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:54:04.169Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hereford and Worcester Scout County is a registered charity (number 505004) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £646,586 (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 Hereford and Worcester Scout County? Registered charity number 505004 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location The Compa Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £646,586 Website [www.scoutshw.org.uk](http://www.scoutshw.org.uk/) ## What does Hereford and Worcester Scout County do? TO SUPPORT AND DEVELOP SCOUTING IN HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE ACCORDING TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION POLICY, ORGANISATION & RULES. THIS INCLUDES THE PROVISION OF TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERS AND VOLUNTEERS.TO PROVIDE CAMPING AND ACTIVITY FACILITIES AT KINVER, STAFFORDSHIRE. ## What causes is Hereford and Worcester Scout County registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hereford and Worcester Scout County yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hereford and Worcester Scout County 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=hereford-and-worcester-scout-county&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.scoutshw.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hereford and Worcester Scout County a legitimate charity? Yes. Hereford and Worcester Scout County is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 505004) 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 Hereford and Worcester Scout County's charity number? Hereford and Worcester Scout County's charity number is 505004. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 505004? Search 505004 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 Hereford and Worcester Scout County do? TO SUPPORT AND DEVELOP SCOUTING IN HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE ACCORDING TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION POLICY, ORGANISATION & RULES. THIS INCLUDES THE PROVISION OF TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERS AND VOLUNTEERS.TO PROVIDE CAMPING AND ACTIVITY FACILITIES AT KINVER, STAFFORDSHIRE. Does Hereford and Worcester Scout County have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hereford and Worcester Scout County. 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 Hereford and Worcester Scout County? Hereford and Worcester Scout County's website is http://www.scoutshw.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/505004).