Explorers Take on Tynemouth Scouts’ Monopoly Run Rain didn’t dampen the spirits of the daring dozen from Elm Ridge ESU, who set off at 8:30am from Darlington to take part in Tynemouth Scouts’ very first Monopoly Run. Competing in teams…
Celebrating Success at Elm Ridge ESU
Title Image Photo by Johnny McClung on Unsplash It was a fantastic evening at Elm Ridge ESU as we celebrated the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our young people and leaders. Duke of Edinburgh Awards Chief Scout’s Awards Young…
Darlington District Scouts Take on Holland!
This summer, 40 young people and 12 adult leaders from Darlington District Scouts embarked on an incredible international adventure to the Netherlands, sailing from North Shields to begin a week of exploration, fun, and unforgettable memories. Home Away from HomeOur…
Explorers Conquer York (and the Ice Cream Boat!)
Explorers Team Up for a Sunny York Adventure Explorers from Elm Ridge ESU and Middleton St George ESU joined forces for a fun-packed day out in York, complete with challenges, pizza, and a campfire. Off to York The day began…
Explorer Fun
Summer Adventures with Darlington Explorers The last two weeks of term have been packed with excitement, challenges, and unforgettable experiences for our Darlington Explorers! Paddleboarding & Kayaking at Ellerton Lake Last Thursday, we made the most of a glorious summer…
Birthday Celebrations
18th Darlington Scout Group Celebrates First Birthday of New Scout Building! Over the weekend, the 18th Darlington Scout Group in Middleton St George marked a special milestone — the first anniversary of our new Scout building! We celebrated in style…
VE Day 80th Anniversary at Hopetown Museum
Scouts from across the town came together to mark 80 years since the end of WWII in Europe with a fantastic celebration at Hopetown Museum! Young people from all sections joined in a traditional street party—waving flags, enjoying party food,…
St. Georges Day
Darlington District Scouts Celebrate St. George’s Day! Darlington District Scouts gathered to celebrate St. George’s Day, honouring the patron saint of scouting. Scouts from all sections, along with friends and family, met in the Market Place and paraded to the…
7th Sausage Hike
Annual Good Friday Sausage Hike – Over 50 Years of Tradition! The 7th Darlington Sea Scouts came together once again for the much-anticipated Annual Good Friday Sausage Hike, continuing a tradition that has now spanned over 50 years! An incredible…