Hampshire Scouts

Badge Collectors Meeting
2026-07-12 09:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | 4th Chandler’s Ford (Hiltingbury) Scout Hall, Hiltingbury Road, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, SO53 5NP, United Kingdom
The 10th annual Chandlers Ford Scout & Guide badge collectors meeting is nearly upon us. Buy, swap or sell scout and guide badges with refreshments available.
Where: 4th Chandler’s Ford (Hiltingbury) Scout Hall, SO53 5NP
When: Sunday 12th July 2026, 9am-3pm
Cost: £2 admission for adults, free for under-18s.
Information: John Leeks 07766 622 162

Training Day: NPLQ to OWL qualification
2026-07-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Test District Guide Centre, 1 Timsbury Drive, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 4EQ, United Kingdom
We are pleased to offer an exclusive opportunity for Scout and Guide members who currently hold a valid RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) to gain the RLSS UK Open Water Lifeguard (OWL) qualification at a significantly reduced rate.
This course has been arranged specifically for Scout and Guide members and has been subsidised to provide access to the qualification at a reduced cost.
The Open Water Lifeguard qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to supervise and rescue in open water environments such as lakes, reservoirs and managed open water swimming venues. It is also an excellent qualification for those wishing to support or facilitate swimming activities within Scouting and Guiding in an open water environment.
Course Details
Training Day

Saturday 11 July 2026
9:00am – 5:00pm
Test District Headquarters
SO16 4EQ

Practical Assessment

Friday 17 July 2026
5:30pm – 8:30pm
Lakeside Country Park, Eastleigh
SO50 5PE

Course Fee
Standard Course Fee: £235
Discounted Fee for Scout and Guide Members: £165
Entry Requirements
Candidates must:

Be at least 16 years of age
Hold a current RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
Be confident and competent swimmers

Documentation Required
To secure a place on the course, candidates must return:

A completed course registration form
A copy of their current NPLQ certificate

Please email the completed documentation to:
rlsscourses@hampshiresafetytraining.co.uk
Booking and Payment Process
Once we have received and checked your registration documents and NPLQ certificate, we will confirm your place and issue an invoice for payment.
Please note that places cannot be guaranteed until the registration documents have been received and payment has been made.
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you have any questions regarding the course or eligibility requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us.

We look forward to helping you develop your lifesaving skills, gain a valuable open water qualification and support safe open water activities within Scouting and Guiding.

Hampshire Safety Training
rlsscourses@hampshiresafetytraining.co.uk

ITC Outdoor First Aid course
2026-07-11 - 2026-07-12 | Tadley Scout HQ, Southdown Rd, Tadley, RG26 4BS
When? Saturday 11 July 2026 – 2 days – 0900-1730
Where? Diamond Scout Centre, Southdown Road, Tadley, RG26 4BS
11 spaces available
If you work or volunteer in remote or rural environments, this nationally recognised Outdoor First Aid qualification offers the confidence and competence to manage incidents when help may be more than 30 minutes away. Fully regulated and appearing on the Scottish national qualifications framework, it’s widely accepted across the UK and is the preferred standard for experienced outdoor practitioners.
🌲 Who the course is for
Ideal for anyone operating in rural or remote settings, including those holding Outdoor National Governing Body Instructor awards who need to maintain their licence to practise.
🧭 What you’ll learn
The course blends practical, scenario‑based learning with outdoor incident management skills, including:
• Roles and responsibilities in remote first aid
• Managing collapse (with and without breathing)
• Choking, bleeding, shock, and major illnesses
• Limb and torso injuries
• Heat and cold injuries
• Environmental considerations
• Outdoor‑specific decision‑making (e.g., removing boots/helmets, caring for a casualty for several hours)
• Using first aid kits effectively
• Realistic outdoor scenarios on varied terrain
Assessment is continuous, supported by a short multiple‑choice questionnaire.
Book here

Scout Campfire Leader: skills for volunteers
2026-07-11 | Cranbury Park, Hocombe Road, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 5SL, United Kingdom
As night falls at camp, thoughts often turn to gathering around a glowing camp fire to end the day, but do you still remember how to run a traditional scout camp fire—the way it was done when you were a scout or cub scout yourself?
The art of leading a successful camp fire is becoming a lost skill. To help keep this important part of scouting heritage alive, members of Hampshire Scout Heritage are offering a one‑day training event in Cranbury Park, Chandlers Ford on Saturday 11th July 2026.
During the day you will:

Learn how to build an effective camp fire
Explore the customs and traditions of scout camp fires
Discover how to open and close a camp fire with confidence
Find out about camp fire blankets and their history
Pick up popular action songs
Understand which songs and skits are unsuitable
Gather ideas for fun, appropriate skits to use with your group

This is a unique opportunity to refresh your skills, deepen your knowledge, and bring the magic of a traditional scout camp fire back to your Pack, Troop or Unit.
Places are limited and completely FREE. To book your place or ask any questions, please contact: brian@4theastleigh.co.uk

Presenting Skills
2026-07-05 | Lyndhurst Scout HQ, New Forest
Times: 09:30 to 16;30
Venue: Lyndhurst Scout HQ, New Forest
For leaders that want to become first aid trainers, be part of the adult learning team, or have to stand up and present to other volunteers as part of their role.
For more information and the booking form go to Adult Learning Courses.

AGM
2026-06-28 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

Explorer Scout Leader Meeting (New Explorer Programme)
2026-06-07 19:30 - 20:30
This is our monthly Explorer Scout Meeting – opportunity to hear the latest updates and get support.
We will be running a presentation about the new Explorer Programme.
Join via the link

GLV/Group Chair Conference - The Hub, Basingstoke
2026-06-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Eastleigh

Hampshire Scout Heritage Open morning
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Kempshott Scout Hall, Stratton Park, Pack Lane, Basingstoke, RG22 5AW, United Kingdom
Want to know more about how the Heritage Team works?
Want to get more involved but don’t know how?
Then come along to our open meeting on Saturday 30th May at Kempshott Scout Hall, Basingstoke starting at 2pm to meet the team and find out how you can be part of the action.
We are especially looking for helpers to staff the Heritage Centre at Ferny Crofts during the school summer holiday camping season. We normally open on Wednesdays from 5 – 8pm and Sundays from 3 – 7pm and any new volunteers will be paired with experienced members to show you the ropes. Guaranteed tea/coffee and biscuits available!
Email Graham at heritage@hampshirescouts.org.uk with any questions.

Assessing Learning (M25)
2026-05-17 10:00 - 12:30 | TBC

GLV/Group Chair Conference - The Gibson Centre, Portsmouth
2026-05-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Portsmouth

Skills for Residential Weekends (M38)
2026-05-09 - 2026-05-10 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

Neurodiversity Awareness Workshop
2026-04-18 10:30 - 15:30 | 12th Andover, West Portway Bus Est, Andover, SP10 3LF, United Kingdom

Spring County Conference
2026-03-04 09:00 - 16:30 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

CLT Dinner
2024-12-12

County Award Submission Deadline (Q4)
2024-12-09

County Trustee Board
2024-12-03, 2024-09-17, 2024-07-16, 2024-05-14, 2024-03-19, 2024-01-23 | Zoom

PL-APL Training Weekend
2024-11-15 - 2024-11-17 | Lyons Copse Campsite

CLT
2024-11-14, 2024-10-03, 2024-09-05, 2024-07-04, 2024-05-16, 2024-04-18, 2024-03-07, 2024-02-08

Fright Night 2024
2024-10-18 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

County Conference (Autumn 2024)
2024-10-12

Emlyn Trophy
2024-09-20 - 2024-09-22 | Lyons Copse Campsite

County Award Submission Deadline (Q3)
2024-09-16

YL Training Residential (B-K)
2024-09-14 - 2024-09-15

Summer Camp
2024-08-17 - 2024-08-24 | Lyons Copse Campsite

Roverway 2024
2024-07-22 08:00 - 2024-08-05 17:00

County AGM
2024-06-30

County Award Submission Deadline (Q2)
2024-06-17

Expedition Challenge
2024-05-10 - 2024-05-12 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

Skills for Residential Experiences
2024-04-27 - 2024-04-28 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

Pro-Badge (Camper or Survival Skills)
2024-04-26 - 2024-04-28 | Lyons Copse Campsite

Pro-Badge (Chef and Backwoods Cooking)
2024-04-26 - 2024-04-28 | Lyons Copse Campsite

East Hampshire DofE Presentation
2024-04-24

County Conference (Spring 2024)
2024-04-13

Residential Training Week (11, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18)
2024-03-23 - 2024-03-24 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

County Award Submission Deadline (Q1)
2024-03-18

M&S Training (Meeting the Challenges)
2024-03-17 | Eastleigh

M&S Training (Achieving Growth)
2024-03-16 | Eastleigh

Mud Run 2024
2024-03-16 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

Top Trumps Competition 2024
2024-03-03 | 7th Eastleigh Scout HQ

Residential Training Week (5, 7, 8, 9, 12a, 12b, 16)
2024-03-02 08:00 - 2024-03-03 17:00 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

Ferny Fest 2024
2024-02-23 - 2024-02-25 | Ferny Crofts Activity Centre

Pro-Badge (Navigator Stage 3)
2024-02-16 - 2024-02-18 | Lyons Copse Campsite

Pro-Badge (Scientist or Navigator Stage 3)
2024-02-16 - 2024-02-18 | Lyons Copse Campsite

Transformation Session
2024-02-11 | Eastleigh

Transformation Session
2024-02-10 | Portsmouth

Explorer and Network Scout Leader Meeting
2024-02-04, 2024-01-07 | Zoom

Young Leader Rally 2024
2024-01-26 - 2024-01-28

Transformation Session
2024-01-21, 2024-01-20 | Basingstoke

Pro-Badge (Forester)
2024-01-19 - 2024-01-21 | Lyons Copse Campsite

Pro-Badge (Pioneer)
2024-01-19 - 2024-01-21 | Lyons Copse Campsite

YL Training Residential (B-J)
2024-01-06 - 2024-01-07, 2024-01-05 - 2024-01-06

County Strategy Day
2024-01-06
