Centurion Explorers spent some time in Canada this summer. Here is what they got up to – A little over 2 years ago now, the Leaders at Centurion were talking about how good it was to take the Explorers to…
Robert Harrop: Gone Home
We are sad to announce that Robert Harrop, Ex Scout Leader at 79th Clayton, Assistant District Commissioner (Scouts) & District Commissioner, lost his long battle against illness and passed away in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Thursday 21st August. “People may remember…
Donate to iScout for Dougie Mac
One of the main reasons for doing our iScout event next month, is to raise money for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice in Blurton. The hospice aims to promote comprehensive care for those with progressive, advanced disease and a limited life expectancy…
South Africa
One of our Network members and occasional helper, Sarah Bradford has set off to Africa yet again with the Hertfordshire Scouts to work on local projects including the Thirst for Life (HIV / AIDs).She is the only member of the…
Castle Capers Gang Show 2016
With Castle Capers 2014 only just finished, we are now starting to think about Castle Capers 2016! Are you interested in being a part of the show on the production team? You may have done a role previously or may be…
iScout for Dougie Mac is Coming!
On Saturday 20th September 2014, we will be raising money for Douglas Macmillian Hospice and raising the profile of Scouting in Newcastle. We will be by the Guild Hall in Newcastle Town Centre and Groups around the District will…
Explorer’s Training & Assessment Weekend
Last weekend the District Explorers had a number of groups out on expeditions and assessments. We had 4 groups walking for the Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award from Friday – Sunday: a total of 17 Explorers We also had an…
Newcastle Leader Nominated for an Award!
We are very proud to hear that Assistant Cub Scout Leader, Alex Peatfield from 94th St. John’s Keele, has been nominated for a Sentinel Newspaper Our Hero Award! You can read the article here. We wish Alex the best of…
2014 Annual General Meeting
This year’s AGM saw a lot of comings, goings and awards! This year we had a number of people stepping down from their current roles. Steve Broardhurst as DC, Gretta Bloor as Chairman, Mike Deakin as Appointment Secretary & Phil…
Recent District Cub Activities
The District Cubs have been rather busy over the last week. Firstly on Wednesday 18th June they held their annual Sports Evening. Well done to Madeley Cubs who were the overall winners. Thanks to everyone for turning up and to Hempstalls…
