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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
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
Earlier this summer Avon County Scouts volunteers were honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service 2022, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK. The award aims to recognise outstanding work by volunteer groups to benefit their local communities. It was created in 2002 to celebrate the Queen’s Golden Jubilee. Scouting in the … Read more
At the 43rd Bristol Scouts AGM this week, District Commisioner Chris Gavriel awarded our outgoing Scout Leader with the Chief Scout’s Commendation for Good Service. Congratulations Steve – a well deserved award that reflects all of the work and effort you have put into the group over the past 8 years!
The Chair of our Bristol Scout Group, Charles Elderton, was delighted to be presented with his Chief Scout’s 10 year Service Award from Cabot District Commissioner, Chris Gavriel, earlier this week at our AGM. The 43rd Bristol Scout Group has over 70 children attend Section meetings and activities each week supported by a … Read more
After 15 months, the 43rd Cub Pack was finally back together in its entirety, as they had previously been running as a split pack. They worked in their sixes to invent a wide-game which they then taught the rest of the pack. This included playing ‘Donald Trump’ tag, ‘Shredder’ tag, ‘Chicken, Turkey, Hero’ and batless … Read more
A huge congratulations to a selection of our leaders who were presented with various awards tonight by Chris, our District Commisioner. Dave, Robin, Jon and Darren all received their wood badges recognising completion of their assistant leader training; Yvonne was recognised for 5 years of service; Nicky was recognised for 10 years of service and … Read more
The 43rd Bristol Cub Pack went on a nature trail through Blaise Castle estate, finishing off with a game of rounders and the presentation of some hard earned badges including a Chief Scout Silver award. Well done everyone, it’s great to be back together again exploring the outside!
It is with great pleasure I can share that Peter Gilbert had been recognised for his brilliant volunteering efforts by the Chief Scout, Bear Grylls. Peter has been a valuable and much respected member of the group for over 20 years. He has seen many changes but he has never lost sight of the Scouting … Read more
The cubs enjoyed the final zoom session of the term this week with a game of live action Guess Who, some playing card bingo and then wrapping up the night with awarding 3 cubs their Chief Scout Silver award and wishing them well as they leave cubs and continue their journey on to scouts. Well … Read more