4th Leek Scout Group

Building bridgesand breaking barriers

The Scouting movement began in the UK in 1908 and came to Leek just a few years later. It has seen, over the years, thousands of youngsters enjoying the many activities and events that the movement organises.

Here Jess Barlow Assistant Cub Leader at 4th Leek Scout Group writes about their group and what it means to be a part of it:

Being a Scout is all about discovering the world on your own terms and making the most of what you have, wherever and whoever you are.

Scouts start small but think big. They stand up for what they believe in and make a difference on their doorsteps, confident in the knowledge that their daily actions add up.

In a society that can often feel increasingly isolated and inward facing, Scouts build bridges and break barriers. 4th Leek Scout Group was founded in 1911 with T R Byers as Scoutmaster, and ever since our Scouts have played all sorts of useful roles in our local society. A legacy we continue to uphold at 4th Leek today.

During section meetings Scouts enjoy a huge range of activities from arts and crafts, to cooking and baking, playing games and camp craft. We also take part in an array of annual events like camps, activity days, dragon boat racing, swimathons and more.

Fundraising activities offer a new experience as we host Summer and Christmas fayres, coffee mornings, raffle ticket selling and assist with the running of Leek Show.

Each activity not only offers the chance to earn a much wanted badge for their uniform, but also the chance to learn a new skill, make a new friend and build confidence.

There are three sections Beavers, Cubs and Scouts and each meets weekly at the HQ.

The 4th Leek Beaver Group meets on Thursdays 6.30pm – 7.45pm. Beaver Scouts are aged between 5¾ and eight. Beavers usually move up to the next section (Cub Scouts) at eight years old.

The 4th Leek Cub Scouts are aged between eight and 10½. They meet on Wednesdays at 6.30pm - 8pm. Cubs normally move up to the next section (Scouts) at 10.5 years old.

Scouts are for young people aged between 10½ and 14 years, and they meet on Fridays between 7 and 9pm. When they are 14½ years old they can move up to a District Explorer Unit.

All members of the leadership team and committee are unpaid volunteers. We could not operate if we didn ’t have such dedicated individuals. We are always looking to appoint new members in any role, to suit any lifestyle and time commitment.

Want to join the adventure as a Scout, Leader or member? Message us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/4t hLeek or visit www.4thleek.weebly.com.