Running Scouts

Activities

Our activity finder is bursting with programme ideas, and can be searched by section, time, cost, setting, type or learning outcomes.

Badges

Master something you love, or try something shiny and new. Badges allow a young person to gain whichever badge is appropriate to the level they have reached.

Nights Away

Whether camping, hostelling, or sleepovers, nights away form an integral part of Scouts, which every young person should have an opportunity to take part in.

POR

Scouts' Policy Organisation and Rules (POR) provides support and guidance to help us all run Scouts.

Training

Learn more about the training for your role and how you can prepare young people with skills for life.

Volunteer experience

Find out how we're transforming volunteering at Scouts to make it easier, more enjoyable and rewarding.

Events

Upcoming Events

What's happening

All the latest news for you and your Scouts

Swap your Sofa for Switzerland – KISC 2027 is Calling your Name!

Will you be aged between 14-18 between the dates of 9th to 19th of August? Are you interested in joining our KISC Young Leader team? This is your chance to…

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The Mountains are Calling – KISC 2027 Awaits

We’re opening applications back up for Adult Volunteers to join us out in Kandersteg International Scout Centre in 2027! From the 9th of August to the 19th of August 2027…

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60 Days of Summer Begins Now!

The badge has been discontinued As the summer holiday begins, Scouts across the country are starting their summer challenge! Are you ready to join the challenge? 60 days of summer…

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The Mountains Are Calling, So Are We! – Kandersteg 2027

Firstly, we would like to thank all those who came along either in person or via teams. It was excellent to see so many young people from across our District…

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April: Get Growing

Who can grow the biggest sunflower in the district? All you need to do is plant a sunflower and track your Young Person’s progress END : September 30th 2025

February: Digital Citizens Staged

Passwords This week we’re focusing on stage 1: Digital Citizen Badge!Task 2 of the badge is to find out about secure passwords!We have made this fun facets sheet and some…

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Young people first: safeguarding and safety in Scouting

Wherever we go and whatever we do, we put young people’s safety and wellbeing first.

Questions? Give us a call on 0345 300 1818.

Safeguarding concerns? Contact our team directly at safeguarding@scouts.org.uk