Welcome to 1st Gotherington

Whether your young person has just joined or has been with us for years, this page is your starting point. You'll find how things work, where to manage their details and who to ask when you need a hand. We're run entirely by volunteers, and with the support of our families we give young people in Gotherington fun, friendship and adventure every week.

Group Lead Volunteer

Hello, I'm Nic. I look after 1st Gotherington Scouts as a whole. Got a question, an idea or not sure who to ask? I'm always happy to chat.

Parent essentials

Scoutworks

Payments, events, permissions and your young person's details, including medical needs and emergency contacts.

Subs

£35 a term, paid through Scoutworks, covering insurance, membership, badges, resources and venue hire.

FAQ

Uniform, badges, camps, moving sections and what to expect.

Contact us

Can't find what you need? We'll point you in the right direction.

Can you help?

Parent support makes a huge difference, from helping at the odd event to joining a team. Every bit of time helps us keep sessions running and waiting lists moving.


Find out about volunteering

Uniform and badges

Each section has its own uniform, worn with our Group necker: a red sweatshirt for Squirrels, a blue sweatshirt for Beavers, a green sweatshirt for Cubs, and a teal shirt or blouse for Scouts. Badges are sewn on, and the diagrams below show where each one goes. You can buy uniform from the Scout Store, the official Scouts shop. If you're not sure what to buy, or cost is a worry, just have a word with your section leader.

Squirrels badge placement

Beavers badge placement

Cubs badge placement

Scouts badge placement

Scout age groups

4–6 years

Squirrels

Learning through play, games and making friends.

 6–8 years

Beavers

Games, activities and exciting challenges to build confidence.

 8–10½ years

Cubs

Camping, creativity and adventures to discover new skills.

 10½–14 years

Scouts

Bigger challenges, practical skills and making a difference.

 14–18 years

Explorers

Bigger adventures, more choice, and leading with friends.

 18–25 years

Scout Network

Adult Scouting on your terms — projects, friendship, and staying involved.

Keeping young people safe

The safety of young people is our number one priority. All adult volunteers are vetted through the DBS process and follow the Scouts' safeguarding policy. Scouts also has a dedicated safeguarding team available if you ever have concerns.