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Annual General Meeting 2024
24th October 2024
The 2024 Swanley District AGM, reviewing the period May 2023 to April 2024, will be held on Thursday 24th October at Horton Kirby Scouts HQ. The AGM will start at 20:00. Click here for the full documentation in PDF format (34 pages) ...
District scouts do their best to celebrate St George
27th April 2024
Over 300 young people and leaders from Swanley District Scouts paraded on Saturday 27 April to mark St George's Day. The annual parade and inspection were attended by distinguished guests, including the Mayor of Swanley, Michael Horwood, Vice Chair of Sevenoaks Council, Laurence Ball, Cllr...
Scouts Offer A Helping Hand
11th October 2023
On Tuesday 10th October 2023, 1st Eynsford & Farningham Scouts visited the Community Cupboard. The foodbank helps those local in and around West Kingsdown who may not be able to afford their own food to eat, and is open to taking donations. ...
Queen's Scout Awards 2022
25th April 2022
Mark Jennings and Becky Payne travelled to Windsor Castle to receive their Queen’s Scout Award along with many other scouts from across the country. They met up with Bear Grylls and other dignitaries as a celebration of achievement. The Queen's Scout Award is the top achievement for...
Squirrels Launch!
9th September 2021
Just like all our sections, Squirrels helps young people gain skills for life - with a focus on the outdoors. With Squirrels, we can open new doors with underrepresented communities. Our pilots have thrived in Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. They've reinvigorated districts, allowing...
Announcement from the Chief Commissioner for England
6th September 2021
We're pleased to let you know that the UK government has confirmed youth sector provision in England has moved to 'Green' from today. Due to this, residential and international trips will change, which is explained below. We've updated the readiness level table along with relevant guidance...
County-Wide Adventure Days for Beavers and Cubs
2nd September 2021
Come on down to Lower Grange Farm with your Colony or Pack and join in the Adventure Days organised by the Lower Grange Farm team on Saturday 2nd October or Sunday 3rd October 2021. Four sessions to choose from for your Colony or Pack. Lots of fun for both sections. The closing date for...
We Shape Kent 2021
23rd August 2021
This week sees the We Shape Kent Youth Conference take place. Being virtual this year, the week will still be filled with lots of fun activities for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts with Zoom sessions for Explorers, Young Leaders, Scout Network and Adult Volunteers. FAQ: Q: What is We...
