Sean Edwards 
Congratulations to our two explorer teams who completed their Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze expeditions in Ashdown Forest this weekend in the heatwave! Both teams worked amazingly well with each other and the participants even had enough energy left to tackle the Blackland Farm assault course. The Duke of Edinburgh …
On Monday 11th July, Shackleton Explorers had their traditional annual rafting building evening. Traditional rafting is a great way to try something new as traditional rafts are very different to other crafts. It’s also a true test of teamwork, as you’ll all need to play your part to get the …
On Sunday 12th June, over 800 Beavers arrived at Blackland Farm for a fun filled day of activities. Beavers got to try a range of exciting adventure activities alongside some traditional scouting and craft activities. There were 4 zones – adventure, scout skills, fun and craft. Each Beaver had an …
On a hot summer’s evening, Lucas and Finn were awarded their final activity badges. Lucas completed his you shape awards before half term and Finn completed his tonight. They have worked extremely hard to gain these achievements and all the beavers and leaders are very proud of them. Well done. Toni …
On Saturday 4th June, over 400 members and families gathered at Stanford Scout Campsite for a day of celebrations in honour of the Queens Jubilee. After an opening ceremony, many activities were available including, Archery, Tomahawks, Crossbows, Field Games, Karting, Face Painting and much more! After a day of activities, …
Tonight Shackleton and SRF Explorers held a joint meeting taking part in Climbing and Abseiling. In total 40 Explorers attended. During the evening, we also took the opportunity to present Zac with his YL buckle and invest Dipti, our District Explorer Scout Administrator. Not wanting to waste the fantastic facility, …
Following a 2 year break, 1st Crawley Scouts returned to Snowdonia during the Summer half-term for another exciting couple of days of water and mountain activities. After a long drive to Yr Hen Felin bunkhouse, there was time to stretch our legs with a walk along the River Dee in …
Volunteers Week takes place 1-7 June every year. It’s a chance to recognise the fantastic contribution volunteers make to our communities and say thank you. All our activities are run by volunteers, who might join us because they want to: Try something new Make friends Spend time with their children …
On Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd May 2022, 10 Explorers undertook their Bronze D of E Practise Expedition in Ashdown Forest. Setting off from Old Lodge, they headed North through the Five Hundred Acre Wood, visiting Pooh Sticks Bridge before heading through Newbridge towards Broadstone Warren. Both groups arrived in …
Last Thursday night (12th of May) 5th Crawley Scouts, welcomed members of the West Sussex Jamboree contingent to the meeting where they discussed the application and selection process for becoming a member of the contingent heading to South Korea for the 25th World Scout Jamboree. After sharing their aspirations and …
2nd Ifield Scout Group met on Sunday, April 24 in St Margaret’s Church to renew their promises on St George’s Day. St Margaret’s Church was full for the service conducted by Revd Christine Spencer, Rector of Ifield. The service began by dedicating the new St George’s flag. All present witnessed …
Congratulations to all of our teams from Drake and Shackleton Explorers for completing their Silver D of E practise expeditions over the past week. We had over 20 members from both units out in the New Forest and on the North Downs. The Duke of Edinburgh programme gives young people …