BITESIZE Takeaways We get it, you’re a busy person, so lets give you a TLDNR summary in case you’re in a rush… ⭐ Gladstonbury 24 was awesome! ⭐ Flintshire Damboree 24 was amazing! ⭐ Area Camp 2025, Bangoree 25, is…
A look back at Gladstonbury 2024
Two weeks ago Gladstonbury absolutely rocked The Gladstone Centre in Flintshire. From your classic scouting activities such as climbing, archery and shooting to some more quirky activities such as ‘It’s a Knock Out’, ‘Bongos Bingo’ and midnight laser tag” Gladstonbury…
Nearly 100 Squirrels and Beavers take over Gladstone for Damboree
This weekend saw 98 Beavers and Squirrels from Flintshire District spend the weekend at Gladstone Campsite for their annual Damboree. There was a total of 98 Beavers and Squirrels at the event, with 20 Explorer Scouts helping as well as…
Howling with Pride: Silver Wolf and amongst 14 awards dished out in Wrexham
Wrexham Scouts recently held an awards ceremony at Cox Wood campsite, recognising fourteen dedicated volunteers for their outstanding service. The highlight of the event was the presentation of the Silver Wolf award, Scouting’s highest adult honour, to 93-year-old Malcolm Seller….
A Weekend Adventure: Hillwalking Tier 2 Permit Course at Scout Adventures – Yr Hafod
Last weekend, I had an incredible experience at Scout Adventures – Yr Hafod, participating in the Hillwalking Tier 2 Permit course. From the get-go, the whole process was seamless. Booking was a breeze, and the joining instructions were clear and…
6 Medals for Flintshire Scouts at National Target Sports Competition
The Flintshire District Target Sport Team had an incredible weekend at the annual Waterloo Shooting Competition, held at Milldale Scout Camp Site in South West Cheshire. Six young participants and five leaders joined the event, showcasing their skills in a…
Flint Mayor joins in with arts and craft fun!
1st Flint Cub Pack were visited by the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Flint last week. During the Mayor’s Inauguration Ceremony, Cub Leader Jan Joynson-Crosby, won the pack tickets to go bowling, which were hand delivered to the Cubs. The…
Meet your new Lead Volunteers for Llangollen & Wrexham!
We have been busy recruiting new Lead Volunteers for Llangollen and Wrexham districts and are pleased to introduce you to Jonathan Wheeldon and Joanne Briggs. Jon has been an assistant section leader with 1st Rhosnessney Scout Group’s Squirrel Drey since…
Clwyd Scouts host their second Transformation Conference
After the success of the first Transformation Conference two weeks ago in Prestatyn, the Clwyd Scouts Transformation Team were out in force again today at Wrexham Scout’s HQ for another event. As we’re sure you’re all aware – volunteering is…
1st Rhuddlan Squirrels celebrate their 1st birthday!
1st Rhuddlan’s Squirrel Drey celebrated their 1st birthday this week in style with cake, fun and games! Squirrels are our latest provision for four to six year olds. Their aim is to help young people gain skills for life at…
