St George being the patron saint of Scouting meant Scouts across the country gathered to their local celebration. Crawley Scouts gathered at Goffs Park along with Councillor Jilly Hart, Mayor of Crawley and Henry Smith, MP. The event started with all the members processing up the hill to Goffs Park …
We rely on people like you playing their part to give young people the opportunities they need. But volunteering’s not just about giving something back. It’s also about doing something that’s good for you. Bear Grylls is helping lead The Big Help Out, but you don’t need to be Bear …
Over the weekend of the 1st and 2nd April, over 25 volunteers descended on 4th Worth Scout HQ to give it a much needed paint and freshen up. The team worked tirelessly hard to redecorate the main hall, toilets, entrance hallway and office. A big thanks to the 14 or …
Congratulations to Stewart Feasby and Harrison Lynn who received their wood badge last week. They both joined 4th Worth as Beaver Scouts many years ago, so the group has grown its own talent as part of a bigger succession plan enabling them to continue to put on an exciting programme of …
On Wednesday 25th January, we had the pleasure to present Paul his Award for Merit for his involvement in Scouting. Paul is currently the AGSL at 1st Balcombe and an Explorer Leader at Neil Armstrong Explorers. The Award for Merit is awarded for outstanding service. It implies keen, conscientious, imaginative …
Build your skills. Boost your happiness. Connect with your local community…. When considering your New Year’s Resolutions, please add volunteering with Scouts in 2023. The benefits go both ways – you can help and give back to local young people and you can also benefit yourself in so many ways …
On Monday 19th December, Crawley District Scouts laid on a free music quiz for leaders and supporters across Crawley. Hosted by 4th Worth Scouts and their GSL, Dave Palmer, over 70 people took part as the photos below show! Congratulations to 1st Southgate for entering the winning team. On behalf …
2nd Ifield Scout Group has recently had the opportunity to recognise the work of our volunteers with both Dominic Smith, one of the Cub Scout leaders with Lion Cubs, and Sarah Smith, who is a trustee and has been chair of the social & Fundraising committee, receiving their 5 year …
This week Crawley District Scouts said Thank You to 3 members for 25 years Service – Jill Alderton, Allen Heath and Helen Ives. Ollie Gidman also received his first Wood Badge beads making him a member of the World’s Largest Scout Group.
On Monday 5th of December, Phoebe Woolard and Zoë Grimshaw completed the final requirement for their Queen Scout Award: the presentation aspect. Attended by SRF Explorers, 1st Southgate Leaders, friends from the district, and family, the two presented their efforts. The Queen Scout Award (now changing to the King Scout Award) …
Now more than ever, we need more volunteers to work with young people across Crawley to help provide them with #skillsforlife. We have a variety of flexible volunteer opportunities available across Crawley especially in the Scout section (young people aged 10 to 14). No previous scouting experience is necessary as …
This weekend saw a number of Scout Groups joining their communities to pay their respects to those who have died in war and conflicts. On Friday a number of Scouts were involved with wreath laying at ceremonies at Schools. On Saturday 1st Northgate and 5th Crawley held a sleepover including …
