Hello! My name is Reuben and I am in 1st New Cross Scouts. Today I did the 7mile Junior Bridgnorth Walk. The walk included a climb to the top of the Brown Clee which is the highest hill in Shropshire…
Cubs day out to explore the stars!
The last term as the nights were dark it seemed sensible for the Cubs at 12th Lewisham North to work towards their Astronomer badge and find out all about the night sky, Sun and Moon. We used a star chart to…
Celebrating Success 2nd Deptford and 32nd Deptford Group Support
The Governance Support Team (GST) was established in Spring 2021 to assist groups in the District to thrive. The GST became involved with 32nd Deptford and the 2nd Deptford in 2021 when it became apparent they were in a very poor…
One of the World’s oldest Scout groups welcomes newest section
1 st New Cross Scouts, formed in January 1908, is opening a new Squirrels programme for 4-5 year olds First new addition to 1st New Cross Scouts in 15 years, Squirrels supports early years children to learn essential skills for…
From Downe to Hammerwood
“In September four of our scouts from 17th Lewisham North completed the last part of their chief scout award, the expedition, although this had been planned a while ago the opportunity arose in late Summer to walk from Downe to Hammerwood…
Humble cubs put extra raised funds towards Lewisham Foodbank
Mid-October 2021 Fifteen Cubs and Scouts from 17th Forest Hill spent 4 hours washing cars and vans to raise money. We had a lot of fun and it wasn’t just the rain that made us wet! There were many happy…
6 Scouts Vs. The Expedition Challenge
6 Scouts from the 1st New Cross had a real adventure, completing the Expedition Challenge together. Starting from Edenbridge, they hiked to Hammerwood for an overnight hammock camp and dinner cooked on a Trangia, then the following day they hiked…
More Chief Scout Gold Awards for 17th Forest Hill Scouts
We held our AGM on 29th September and were excited to give out many awards and prizes. We gave special thanks to our treasurer of over 15 years Lynne. We awarded Cub of the year to Gino for his kindness,…
Two Cubs complete their Chief Scout Silver Award
Waylon and William both of 12th Lewisham North Scout Group have been presented with their Chief Scout Silver Award. Waylon was presented with his at their local community centre who allowed their outdoor space to be used as a practice ground…
Make a Wish – 4th Lewisham is walking!
Michelle and Jon Forsdyke, along with the Cubs of the 4th Lewisham (1st Hither Green) Scout Group are raising funds for the Make a Wish Foundation UK.Michelle and Jon’s challenge for 2021 is to walk 1000km and the Cubs have…