Fundraising Update for our New 43rd Bristol Scout Community Centre
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43rd Bristol Scout Group launches ‘Buy-A-Brick or something….” campaign
After 10 years of hard work the 43rd Bristol Scout Group is now on the final push to secure the remaining funds needed so they can build a modern, fit-for-purpose new Scout Community Centre. The new facility will be for the use of our Scout Group and the local community. We have so far … Read more
Druid Stoke Care Home helps raise funds for 43rd Bristol Scout Group
We are extremely grateful to the four staff members of BUPA UK Druid Stoke Care Home, who recently took part in a 5K sponsored run. The four staff members, Keyley, Charlie, Kayleigh and Kelcey ran up and down Druid Stoke Avenue. Between them they raised over £300 for the Group. What an amazing effort. … Read more
Clifton Circle make £750 donation to Scout fundraising appeal
The 43rd Bristol Scout Group were thrilled to receive a £750 donation earlier this week from the ladies of Clifton Circle. Charles Elderton and Andy Judd, both Trustees, gave a talk about the history of the Group, the activities it runs and the sense of belonging it creates for the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. … Read more
43rd Bristol Scouts celebrate Award Successes at AGM
Last week the 43rd Bristol Scout Group was able to celebrate the hard work of its Scouts and the commitment shown by its Adult Volunteers at the Group’s AGM. Thank you to everyone who took the time to join us on the night. We were especially proud of all those Scouts and adult volunteers who … Read more
43rd Bristol Scouts support Bristol 10K & Half Marathon 2024
We had a very full-on day handing out finisher medals and t-shirts to the 15,000 runners who took part. Our 20 volunteer adults and scouts worked tirelessly all day and did a fantastic job. Thank you to everyone who helped out. The event helped us to raise a further £300 to add to our fundraising … Read more
Another Expedition Success for the 43rd Bristol Scouts
The second group of scouts from the 43rd Bristol undertook their Expedition Challenge Camp this weekend. Whilst it was glorious sunshine for most of the weekend, a short burst of rain didn’t dampen spirits on Saturday as the Scouts walked from Congresbury to Backwell Scout Hut whilst carrying their overnight gear. Sundays hike took them … Read more
Expedition Weekend A Sunny Success
Scouts from the 43rd Bristol Scout Group undertook their Expedition Challenge Badge this weekend in glorious sunshine. Carrying their kit, they started in Congresbury and walked 12km to their campsite in Backwell where they pitched camp and cooked their own food. On the second day they completed their expedition by walking 16km unaccompanied back to … Read more
43rd Bristol Scouts attended a Fantastic District Camp
Some scouts from the 43rd attended the annual Scout District Camp, held this year in the Mendips. They met with Scouts from several other troops throughout Cabot district whilst enjoying SUPs (paddleboarding), Gorge Walking, Abseiling and Team Building activities. They all had a great time, helped by the fantastic weather and superb organising from Alexis … Read more
43rd Bristol Scouts Create a Video Hoping to Connect with an International Scout Troop
The Scouts from the 43rd Bristol Scout Group spent the evening working on their international badge by helping to create a video highlighting some of their favourite things about UK scouting. They demonstrated some of the ceremonies, including flag break and an investiture, along with some activities and their favourite games. They would be delighted … Read more