Recent Updates

This section is dedicated to keeping you informed about changes to important Scouting policy, factsheets and other publications. Please visit regularly to ensure you are up to date with any recent developments that may effect you or those you manage.

Bullying is Never OK

According to ChildLine, half of primary school children and more than one in four secondary school students say that they have been bullied within the last year. With such high figures, it could mean that someone in your Group is being bullied or is a bully. But how do you recognise the signs, and what can you do to help?

Click here for resources and more information on bullying.

Fundraising

Fundraising can be lots of fun for those organising the event and for those attending the event. At Group Level it will give you credibility not only with funders but also within your local community. Evidence of fundraising is also crucial when making applications to Trusts and Companies for their support.

Click here for fundraising support and resources

Scoutbase

The home of resources for everything Scouting, from factsheets and badge requirements to Countrywide listings of people involved in Scouting.

Resources and support for adult volunteers.

Factsheets and Resources

The factsheets and resources listed below can be printed and used for Scouting purposes without any breach of copyright. (Right click and select 'Save Target As...')

Geocache Factsheet

Risk Assessment Form

Photo Release Form

District Headed Paper (password access only)