A week on from this year’s Darlington Scout Challenge Hike, we can reveal a new holder of the Challenge Hike Trophy! Scouts from the 9th, 11th, 12th, 19th and 27th Darlington Scout Groups took part in this year’s competition, with…
An Amazing Beamish Museum Sleepover!
The 11th Darlington Scout Group recently enjoyed an unforgettable sleepover at Beamish Museum, taking along our Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts for a fantastic adventure. There was something for everyone to enjoy. Throughout the visit, our young people took part…
Every cache tells a story.
Title Image – Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash 12th Darlington Scouts Enjoy an Evening of Geocaching Adventure Our Scouts had a fantastic evening exploring Rockwell Nature Reserve as they took part in an exciting geocaching adventure. Working together in…
Hot Weather, Heavy Packs, Huge Achievement
District Young People Take on DofE and Expedition Challenge in the Summer Heat What a fantastic weekend of adventure and achievement! Young people from across the district came together to take part in their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition…
Scouts Enjoy Memorable Weekend in London
This weekend, 29 Cubs, Scouts and leaders from the 27th Darlington set off for a packed few days exploring London and everything the capital has to offer. For many of the young people, it was their very first visit to…
Squirrels in Action: Learning, Shopping, Giving
The Squirrels from the 27th Darlington Scout Group recently set off on an exciting and meaningful adventure, combining learning with kindness in their local community. Their visit to Sainsbury’s wasn’t just an ordinary shopping trip. It was an opportunity for…
12th Darlington Beavers Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day
The 12th Darlington Beaver Scouts recently marked World Down Syndrome Day (21st March) with a fun, engaging, and educational evening. We were delighted to welcome Beth, who joined us to talk about Down Syndrome and help the Beavers learn some…
Adventure at Beamish!
This weekend, our Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts from the 7th Sea Scouts joined forces with the Eastbourne Explorers for an unforgettable visit and sleepover at Beamish Museum. After settling into the historic Masonic Hall for the night, the young…
Jenny Reaches Scouting’s Highest Peak!
Celebrating an Incredible Achievement: Jenny Thompson Earns Her King’s Scout Award We are thrilled to celebrate a truly remarkable milestone within Darlington District Scouts. Jenny Thompson has officially earned her King’s Scout Award — the highest honour a young person…
Welcome the Archdeacon Explorers!
Exciting News: Archdeacon Explorers Launch Their New Unit! We are thrilled to announce the opening of a brand-new Explorer Scout unit: the Archdeacon Explorers! A huge congratulations to Connor Petch from the 5th Darlington Scout Group for leading this exciting…
