On Founders Day, 22 February, a service of Celebration and Thanksgiving Scouts is held each year in Westminster Abbey to honour the traditions and values of the Scout Movement. The founder of the Movement, Robert Baden-Powell, is memorialised in the Nave…
North of the Ordinary Experience at Roverway 2024
This summer, Will Hughes, a Scout Leader from 2nd Rhyl Scout Group, embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Norway as part of Roverway 2024. Roverway, a European Scouting event for Scouts and Guides aged 16-22, offers youth-led adventure, cultural exchange, and…
1st Mynydd Isa Cubs Help Save the Bees with “Project Bee Bomb”!
This August, the Cubs from 1st Mynydd Isa took on a fantastic project to help protect one of our most important little helpers—bees! The Cubs and their families got involved in Project Bee Bomb, rolling up their sleeves to make a…
Area Update – July 2024!
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…
Say hello to Lisa, the new Lead Volunteer for Flintshire
We’re thrilled to announce that we have a new superstar joining our Area Leadership team as Lead Volunteer for Flintshire District! Please give a warm Scout welcome to Lisa Francis. Lisa is ready to bring their expertise, enthusiasm, and a fresh…
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…
