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 …
A day on the River with 2nd Ifield
Some of the Scouts and Explorer Scouts had a gentle day on the Wey & Arun canal, finishing with some fun in the water. The Explorers and older Scouts paddled the river on their own, while the younger members who may of needed support were followed by the instructors. A …
2nd Ifield Chestnut Beaver Scouts Summer Camp
Chestnut Beaver Scouts have just returned from their summer camp at Horsham Scouts Campsite. Having spent Friday evening with a campfire they spent the night in tents followed by a day of activities including really enjoying the caving cabin, finishing with a hike around the local area. All the Beavers and the …
Shackleton Explorers – Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Expedition
On Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd May 2022, 10 Explorers undertook their Bronze D of E Practise Expedition in Ashdown Forest. Setting off from Old Lodge, they headed North through the Five Hundred Acre Wood, visiting Pooh Sticks Bridge before heading through Newbridge towards Broadstone Warren. Both groups arrived in …
5th Crawley Scouts – International Evening
Last Thursday night (12th of May) 5th Crawley Scouts, welcomed members of the West Sussex Jamboree contingent to the meeting where they discussed the application and selection process for becoming a member of the contingent heading to South Korea for the 25th World Scout Jamboree. After sharing their aspirations and …
Stanford 100 Club – April 22 Results
The thirtieth draw of the fundraiser for our District campsite took place at the end of April. The numbers drawn are: 31 – Winner of £50, 34 – Winner of £20, 29 – Winner of £15, 22 – Winner of £15, If you would like to join the Stanford Campsite …
1st Crawley Celebrate a Milestone Hike
Since re-opening in 2011, 1st Crawley Scout Group has undertaken a regular series of hikes, and on Saturday 30th April we undertook our 50th hike. There were six Scouts, four Cub Scouts and four Explorer Scouts along with four leaders. The weather was warm and sunny, and we took the …
Ifield May Fayre
It was great to see the return of the Ifield May Fayre on the May Day Bank Holiday, which the Group has supported for many years. The members joined the May Queen procession through Ifield to the May Fayre, before the Queen opened the Fayre.
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 …
Beaver Scout Easter Fun Day
Crawley District Beaver Scouts and their families enjoyed all the fun of Scouting last Saturday (9th April 2022) when 13 Colonies came together to celebrate. Originally the concept of Yvonne, ADC Beavers, she pulled together the team of adults who delivered this event. Leaders and their teams delivered fun activities …