As we say goodbye to the JOTT we say hello to DDOTTY (Darlington District on the Trail Year 24) What an amazing start to the DDOTTY24, perfect weather, all went well and lovely to see so many people. We had…
Fresh Start
Its been a long time coming but the 18th Darlington Scout Group (Middleton St George) finally have somewhere they can call home. Their new purpose built Scout Hut had its GRAND OPENING at the weekend, Sue Snowden (Lord Lieutenant of…
St George’s Day 2024
As we celebrate St George’s Day today – 23rd April – the Patron Saint of scouting, we look back at our St George’s Day Parade. Gathering outside the town hall for our parade of group flags, we walked through the…
Filtered Water
Tonight at Beavers from the 12th Darlington Scout Group with World Earth Day in mind learnt about Water Filters and how they worked. Making our own mucky water and filters using a pop bottle, sand, stones, wet wipes and cotton…
Day Of Adventure
The other weekend, the 27th Darlington had their ‘Day of Adventure’ with all of their sections out and about (Saturday) doing various activities! – 14 of our intrepid Squirrels were at Moor House on the toboggan run and cooking on…
Expanding Beavers
The 14th Darlington Scout Group recently opened a new Beaver Scout Colony. Huge thanks to Polly, Rachel and Tara for stepping forward to lead the new section. Instead of learning from books, you’ll figure the world out by exploring, playing…
14th Darlington Air Scouts
14th Darlington Air Scouts are very pleased to report the successful opening of our 2nd Scout Troop and our Beaver Colony Due to their expansion they have spaces available for Beavers 6-7 years Cubs 8 – 10 1/2 years Scouts…
#Outdoorin24
Darlington Scouts are raring to go for 2024, with the #Outdoorin24 Challenge. Why not join us as a Leader / Helper by volunteering . Volunteering can be a brilliant way to boost your mental wellbeing. It’s a great feeling knowing you’re…
Merry Scoutmas
As we say goodbye to 2023 and look forward to 2024 we look to strengthen our Teams, without Volunteers there wouldn’t be Scouts in Darlington. Were not looking for the next Bear Grylls just someone with a get up and…
District Camp 2023
Soggy Camp 2023 The District Team have had an absolute blast this weekend meeting Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and Leaders from across our District. Our Young People have shown determination, resilience, tried many new things and more importantly, had…
