Sean Edwards 
Today, we had the privilege of recognizing the incredible young people from around the district who have earned the Chief Scout Acorn Award, Bronze Award, and Silver Award – the highest achievements for Squirrels, Beavers, and Cubs! These awards are a testament to their dedication, teamwork, and perseverance, and they …
Last weekend saw members of Crawley District Scouts come together for an afternoon of celebration and recognition by West Sussex Scouts ! Our young people were recognised for achieving their DofE Bronze & Silver Awards and their Chief Scout’s Gold Award. Congratulations to all of them – and a big …
A huge congratulations to 6 Shackleton Explorers who successfully completed their Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Qualifying Expedition this weekend in the beautiful New Forest! Over three days of trekking, navigating, and teamwork, our Explorers demonstrated true resilience and independence as they journeyed from Ferny Crofts Scout Activity Centre to …
We’re excited to share a sneak peek of our brand-new Crawley Scouts homepage which is redesigned to make everything easier to find, faster to use, and better looking than ever! Over the past few months, we’ve been working hard to modernize our website so it reflects the energy and spirit …
Crawley Scouts are proud to announce that three of our Explorer Scouts have been successfully selected to join the West Sussex Unit travelling to the World Scout Jamboree in Poland in 2027! After a demanding three-stage selection process, Harry Wood from Drake ESU, Gabriella Abbott from Neil Armstrong ESU, and Toby Foord from Shackleton ESU have earned their places to represent Crawley and West Sussex on …
From the 23rd to the 26th of August, fourteen determined explorers from Shackleton ESU embarked on an unforgettable adventure through the stunning yet challenging landscapes of the Brecon Beacons. This Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition saw one team of seven successfully complete their qualifying expedition, while another team of seven …
From 2nd to 9th August 2025, Shackleton ESU in Crawley attended the West Sussex International Jamboree (WSIJ) at the South of England Showground. The event brought together over 1,200 participants from 13 countries, creating a week-long celebration of scouting, guiding, and international friendship. Daytime Activities WSIJ was organised into themed …
6th Crawley will be hosting a open day for Squirrel age Young People in preparation of Opening a Squirrel Drey. We encourage you to invite any parents with Squirrel children local to Gossops Green to attend to meet the leaders and see what Squirrels is all about.
21st of May saw 6th Crawley do its first off site trip. We were kindly hosted by GTR’s Go-Learn Program on Rail safety to visit Crawley Train Station and ride the train to Horsham to visit there. On the Journey we got to see a special message on the announcement …
Help support the Shackleton ESU as we prepare for our expedition to Kandersteg, Switzerland in Summer 2026! Kandersteg Quiz Night Fundraiser – 12th July 2025 @ 19.00 📅 Join us for a night of fun, and community spirit!💷 Just £5 per person – all proceeds go towards the expedition🍰 Chloe’s Cake Stall …
Over the last three days, six explorers from Shackleton ESU successfully completed their Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award practice expedition in the New Forest. The team camped at Braggers Wood and Wilverley Scout Campsite, covering a challenging route through woodland and open heath. Throughout the expedition, the group developed key skills including: Despite …
From the 18th to the 21st of April 2025, 17 Shackleton Explorers took part in an unforgettable mountain activity camp based at the Cornel Scout Campsite bunkhouse in the heart of Snowdonia. With kit bags unpacked and bunk beds claimed, the team settled into a weekend packed with challenge, adventure, and unforgettable …
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