Scouting Groups

Barrow Scout Group - A registered Charity (521720) run entirely by volunteer leaders who dedicate their time to providing fun packed activities, life skills and adventure to over 160 young members.

With limited income our fundraising is vital for keeping the group and building operating.

So how can you help ?

* Donate to us for free when you shop online, shop via the easy fundraising website and/or download the browser extension reminder  - enter 'Barrow upon Soar Scout Group' here  - www.easyfundraising.org.uk/support-a-good-cause

* Save your empty inkjet cartridges and drop them into The Co Op, High Street or our HQ on Grove Lane, or order your own free box and save them for us - www.recycle4charity.co.uk

* Hire our HQ - details on the Barrow Village Website - www.barrowuponsoar.org.uk/community/halls-for-hire/scout-hq.html

* Join our team of volunteer leaders and helpers - passionate people who enjoy helping others, developing young people and themselves and meeting new people. 

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Our Structure

Scouts - Age range 10 1/2 - 14 years

Allison Scouts - meet on Wednesdays 7.15 - 8.45pm in the Scout Hut.   Wilford Scouts - meet on Thursdays 7.30 - 9.00pm in the Scout Hut.

Scouts meet together as a 'Troop' and work within a variety of small groups called ‘Patrols’ led by a Scout Patrol Leader.  The Patrol Leaders work with the Leadership Team in setting the programme and in decisions affecting the Troop.  The Patrol system allows young people to take responsibility for themselves and others.

Scouts work towards a variety of Activity Badges and Awards which are gained by taking part in a regular programme and also doing independent work outside of Troop meetings.  With hard work and commitment, Scouts can gain the Chief Scouts Gold Award.

A number of events are organised away from home during the year.  These are important to the Troop as they allow Scouts an opportunity to put into practice the training and learning they have carried out at their weekly meetings.

For further information - www.scouts.org.uk/scouts

Cubs - Age range 8 - 10 1/2 years

Allison Cubs meet on Mondays 7.00 - 8.30pm in the Scout Hut.   Wilford Cubs meet on Thursdays 5.45 - 7.15pm in the Scout Hut. 

Cubs gather as a 'Pack' and are split into smaller groups called 'Sixes'.  Cubs have fun and adventure, learn new skills and make new friends, helping others along the way.  Our Leadership Team provide a programme of activities designed to be interesting and to challenge them, such as camping, playing games, trying new things and exploring the outdoors.

By taking part in a regular programme, Cubs can work towards Activity Badges and Challenge Awards.  With hard work and commitment, Cubs can gain their Silver Award.

For further information - www.scouts.org.uk/cubs

Beavers - Age range 6 - 8 years

Allison Beavers meet on Mondays 5.30 - 6.30pm in the Scout Hut.   Wilford Beavers meet on Wednesdays 5.45 - 7.00pm in the Scout Hut. 

Beavers meet together as a 'Colony' and work within small groups called ‘Lodges’.  Looking for fun, adventure and new skills our Beavers take part in a wide range of activities provided by our Leadership Team, which include making things, singing, playing games, going on visits, investigating nature, listening to stories etc.  

By taking part in a regular programme, Beavers can work towards Activity Badges and Challenge awards.  With hard work and commitment Beavers can gain their Bronze Award.

For further information - www.scouts.org.uk/beavers

Squirrels - Age range 4 - 6 years

Meet on Mondays 4.00 - 5.00pm in the Scout Hut

Squirrels gather as a 'Drey' to grow and learn their way through lots of different activities.  A programme of activities during the 1 hour sessions help them take their first steps into being part of Scouting.

Sessions are packed with outdoor activities, fun, games, laughter and more to help our youngest members learn skills for life.

Even at this young age, Squirrels can work towards Activity Badges and Awards.

For further information - www.scouts.org.uk/squirrels

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If you would like to get involved as a leader, volunteer or committee member please contact gsl@barrowscouts@org

If you would like to add to your child to the waiting list please contact enquiries@barrowscouts.org

You can also follow us on Twitter @barrowscouts and on Facebookwww.facebook.com/BarrowUponSoarScoutGroup for the latest information

See more information on our website http://www.barrowscouts.org/