The district came together to celebration the Coronation with a fun day of activities at Stanford Scout Camp Site concluding with a Campfire
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A Celebration of St George
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 …
Remembrance Sunday
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 …
National Scout Rifle Championship
Members of the District attended the National Scout Rifle Championships at the weekend. They enjoyed lots of shooting at a variety of ranges and guns attaining some good scores.
United in sorrow
Scouts across the UK join the nation in mourning the loss of our beloved monarch and Patron, HM The Queen. Her outstanding example of service, encouragement and kindness was an inspiration to us all.
2nd Ifield Group Camp
Last weekend (2-3 July) saw the return of our Group camp at Blackland Farm with about 90 Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Network and SASU members along with their families gathered together. Some of the Group’s Scout Active Support Unit (SASU) arrived on the Friday evening to set up camp and …
Stanford Jubilee Celebrations
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, …
Volunteers Week – Join us
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 …
Crawley Scout group renew their promises at St Margaret’s Church on St George’s Day
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 …
District AGM – 26th April 2022
Notice is hereby given that the AGM of Crawley District Scout Council will be held on Tuesday 26th April starting at 7pm at the Club House, Tilgate Forest Golf Course, Titmus Drive, Crawley, RH10 5EU. Please let all adult members of Crawley Scouting know. At this meeting we will have to fill vacancies for: …
Stick to your New Year’s Resolutions with the Scouts
As the clock strikes midnight hundreds of thousands of people up and down the country will have made a New Year’s Resolution. From keeping fit, to giving something back to the community, to spending more time with their family, but how many people will have broken their pledge by 7th January? …
Remembrance Sunday 2021
Scout Groups attended Remembrance Sunday services across the town this morning to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life. Some photos of the various services are available below: