Apr 09 2021
Newcastle District Scouts are very sad to hear of the death of HRH Prince Philip. Steadfast in his support to Her Majesty, The Queen, and he had the foresight before many others for conservation work & in setting up the Duke of Edinburgh scheme which has inspired and enabled countless young people .
This is a very sad day for the country, and absolutely devastating for our Queen.
RIP Your Royal Highness from Newcastle District Scouts.
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2021/04/prince-philip-gone-home/
Mar 11 2021
Paul works as a volunteer for the Stroke Association going onto two stroke wards giving advice and information. He also helps run an art group for stroke survivors. He is an Assistant Scout Leader, mainly at the hall as camps tend to be a bit of a challenge, but he says never say never!Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2021/03/paul-bailey-chief-scouts-commendation-for-meritorious-conduct/
Mar 08 2021
Did you know that whenever you buy anything online – from your weekly shop to your annual holiday – you could be raising free donations for Newcastle District Scouts with easyfundraising?
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There are no catches or hidden charges and Newcastle District Scouts will be really grateful for your donations.
Thank you for your support.
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2021/03/you-shop-newcastle-district-scouts-gets-money-free/
Jan 01 2021
We are very pleased to announce that that District Active Support Manager, Mike Deakin, has been awarded the British Empire Medal for Services to Scouting in the New Years Honours.
Mike has been involved with Scouting and especially the 74th Silverdale Group for 70 years. This is honour well deserved and we send Mike our congratulations.
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2021/01/congratulations-mike-deakin-bem/
Dec 19 2020
Well, its been one crazy year, we went into 2020 with plans for District Events, Weekend Activities, Summer Camps and Gang Shows which by April all had to be packed away.
During all of the year though all our adult volunteers have endeavoured to provide activities for the young people in the District within the rules, guidance and tiers that applied at the time.
The innovative ways our adult volunteers have managed to deliver this has proved what incredible leadership qualities everyone possesses.
Our adult volunteers efforts are greatly appreciated and we would like to send heartfelt thanks to each and everyone of you.
We wish you all, the best Christmas you and your families can have and let’s look forward to an event in 2021 when we can all be together again.
Thanks again and stay safe
Vera Bloor and Paul Bailey
On behalf of all the District Executive
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2020/12/happy-christmas-3/
Nov 11 2020
In Flanders Fields
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
John McCrae, May 1915
We remember all killed in war and especially those Newcastle and Potteries Scouts killed serving their country and we are proud to commemorate them on this Roll of Honour.
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2020/11/newcastle-district-scouts-remember-the-fallen-4/
Oct 29 2020
Our District Commissioner, Vera, was on BBC Radio Stoke this morning (Thursday 29/10/2020) talking about the challenges of Scouting during lockdown and the new challenges of fundraising this year.
Listen below.
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2020/10/d-c-vera-on-bbc-radio-stoke/
Oct 22 2020
“I’m really pleased to be able to tell you that the following members of our District have been nominated and approved to receive awards.
As you know we would normally keep this quiet, and announce it “this is your life style surprise” at an event.
In these very strange times, we have been given permission to tell recipients, and they will receive their awards when they have been processed. this may take some time.
It’s very nice to have some positive news to share and lift the spirits, I have been able to speak to each recipient and thank them for their contribution to their groups, our District, and most importantly so many young people’s lives. Congratulations to:
Don Hickton : Porthill, Award for Merit
Jon Mycock: Westlands, Award for Merit.
Gavin Eardley: St Wulstans , Chief Scouts Commendation for Good service.
Ian Pritchard: Basford, Award for Merit.
Chris Dunn : Silverdale, Award for Merit.”
Vera Bloor – District Commissioner
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2020/10/adult-awards/
Oct 13 2020
Listen to our District Secretary Dot on Radio Stoke talking about receiving the British Empire Medal.
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2020/10/dot-bailey-b-e-m-on-radio-stoke/
Oct 10 2020
The Queen’s Birthday Honours were released today October 10th 2020.
I am sure you would like to join me in congratulating, Mrs Dorothy (Dot) Bailey on being awarded The British Empire Medal for services to Scouting.
Dot is an integral part of our District and is currently our District Secretary. She has supported Scouting locally for over 40 years, and has continued to work tirelessly at both Group and District Level, in a variety of roles for the benefit of the young people within the Association; this is in addition to her responsibilities as a County Training Advisor.
Dot’s commitment, passion and enthusiasm to the District and Scouting as a whole is unquestionable, goes beyond the norm, in ensuring Scouting is moving forward and relevant, and I am delighted she has received national recognition from H.M. The Queen.
B…R….A…V….O…….. and Thank You.
Vera Bloor
District Commissioner
Permanent link to this article: https://newcastledistrictscouts.org.uk/2020/10/congratulations-dot-bailey-bem/
