Hampshire Scouts are inviting every Group Lead Volunteer and Group Chairs to one of three conferences being held in 2026. The County Team are putting on these multi skills activity days in May and June so you are supported with the skills you need. Plus, lunch will be provided! Some of the topics being […]
Hampshire Scouts' popular Neurodiversity Awareness workshops are back for 2026! Suitable for all volunteers who work alongside young people of all ages, it helps address how to support our neurodiverse young people - one of the most common questions asked to the UK Inclusion team. When: 18th April 2026, 10:30am until 3:30pm Venue: 12th Andover (West) […]
Ready to take your Paddlesport skills to the next level? Whether you’re aiming for a Kayak, Canoe, or Stand-Up Paddleboarding permit in 2026, or already hold one and want to build your confidence leading others on the water, our training is designed for you. 14 March: Paddlesport Skills and Permit Information Day 0900-1600. Woodmill Activity Centre […]
Ready for a different kind of international adventure? Join the team setting off for the Gambia at the end of this year! The vital details WHERE? You guessed it.. to The Gambia. A small country on the west coast of Africa. From the capital Banjul on the Atlantic coast we take the bus 200 miles up […]
Are you ready for the Suisse hills, the peaks, the people, the sound of music and the permanent mini-Jamboree? Suisse Adventure 2027 is about to launch. Staying in Kandersteg International Scout Centre in Switzerland, and open to all young people aged 14 to 25 in August 2027, this will be an Adventure you will never […]
Dear fellow Scouters and Trustees, Christmas is fast approaching and I am sure that you are all looking forward to a couple of weeks of well earnt rest away from Scouting. Please ensure that whatever your beliefs, you take every opportunity to spend time with your family, and that you thank them for allowing you the […]
Grab your head for heights, the sense of adventure and get ready to return to the Suisse mountains! Hampshire Scouts are proud to announce the return of the popular Suisse Adventure, slated for 7th to 22nd August 2027. Staying at the Kandersteg International Scout Centre, the permanent mini-Jamboree itself, and open to all young people […]
As some of you may be aware, the Hampshire Scouts Media and Communications team have hosted a series of Scouts Speak Up weekend events, combining a young people event and an adult media workshop, mostly on the first weekend in February for many years. However, we are not planning on holding an event in 2026. […]
Can you help the Hampshire Scouts Heritage team solve a mystery? The team have recently been sent a couple of photographs. They show the 38th Portsmouth Sea Scouts, dated 1956, being presented a trophy which we believe was called the Cockerell of the Harbour, or a shortened version of that name. The photos came from […]
We are really excited to invite all Explorers and Scouts to the next Hampshire Scout Youth Council from Friday 10th October to Sunday 12th October. We'd like to fill as many of these spaces as possible with people from different parts of the County. What is Youth Council? Youth Council is a brilliant opportunity for Young People to develop leadership skills and […]
We’re organising a National Water Safety Management Programme course, delivered by the Royal Life Saving Society, and there are still spaces available for others to join. This is the essential qualification required to take Scouts swimming when no lifeguard is present. Course Details: Dates: Monday 14th & Tuesday 15th July 2025 Location: Swanage (Sea-based training) Provider: Land & Wave Cost: £290 (Funding may be […]
The Countryside Education Trust, based in Beaulieu, New Forest, are looking for young people who wish to connect with the countryside and are looking for new challenges or outdoor experiences. From one week taster courses, to young volunteer mornings, Year 10 and college work experience, internships and content makers, they provide a host of ways […]
We're always on the lookout for the next generation of leaders, inspirers and motivators. The Future Leader's Workshop is here to help do that. We're delighted to announce our first future leaders workshop, taking place on Saturday 10th May at Base 2000, Basingstoke from 10am to 4pm. If you think you might be interested in a […]
We are looking for young people to help with roles at the VE Day 80th Anniversary Service at Winchester Cathedral on Sunday 11th May 2025. We've been invited to attend by the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire, Nigel Atkinson Esq, the President of Hampshire Scouts and we want young people to help with readings, lead prayers, […]
Interested in becoming a kayaking or canoeing permit holder? Already got a permit but want to improve your skills or build your contacts? Maybe you’re an assessor who wants to help others get their permit? You’re in luck! There’s a meet up of these permit holders this month.: Where: 25th Southampton Sea Scouts, SO14 5GZ (Crosshouse […]
Join HSX for a June Climbing & Walking Adventure in the Peak District! Sign-ups are now open for HSX's Peak District Climbing Weekend (20–22 June)! Whether you're up for traditional climbing on iconic gritstone, or exploring the Pennine Way, this is a weekend not to be missed. We’ll be camping, and all food and transport are included […]
Do you know a young person who inspires and encourages others within their Scout community? Do they stand ahead of the crowd in their Drey, Colony, Pack, Troop or Unit? Recognise them with the Commander Bruce Awards, back for 2025. Categories and nomination This year, we've kept it simple. We want people who have inspired, […]
The Hampshire Scouts Memorial Service is open to all members of Scouts, as well as relatives and friends, to remember those who have 'Gone Home' in the past 18 months. The 2025 event is being held on Sunday 6th April 2025, starting at 2.30pm and finishing around 4.30pm. It is taking place this year at […]
Calling all adults and young people! We have some exciting opportunities for you to learn new skills to help promote the brilliant work you're doing with Scouts in your community.
The team at Hinton Ampner have filled the available spaces at the moment and will let us know if any more become available. Thank you to everyone that has expressed an interest so far. Looking to get out into nature this winter and complete a Community Impact project at the same time? We may have […]
Rifle Shooting opportunities are coming in for the early months of 2025, with details of a Hampshire Scouts competition and training for leaders' permits joining the calendar. Competition The 21st Romsey Rifle Club are the hosts for this year's Hampshire Scouts Confined Sporter Air Rifle Competition. Involving 6 yard standing air rifle shooting, the event […]
Hampshire Scouts is recruiting a part-time Finance Assistant within County Office to support the work of the UK's largest Scout County. The post-holder will be responsible for assisting the County Bookkeeper in the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions within the County Office. Accounts experience is preferred, but not essential, for the right candidate […]
Hampshire Scouts are pleased to offer Mental Health Awareness Training to all leaders through a 2.5-hour Zoom session. This training will introduce the topic of mental health and explore Scouting’s role in promoting wellbeing. It will also provide guidance on the basic steps you can take to support a young person or volunteer in distress, […]
Following on from previous successful sessions, we are offering further free Neurodiversity training courses. The new dates are: 30th November 2024 – 26th Southampton HQ, Wessex Lane, SO18 2ST 9th February 2025 – Ferny Crofts, SO42 7YQ The course is provided by Ellie Hunt. Ellie is a neurodivergent neurodiversity advocate, with lived experience of autism […]
It’s six years since the team at Bramshill Scouts made an autumn half-term trip to Belgium and France so the time has come for another visit with a new group of Scouts and Explorers. This time, there are still some spaces on the coach. Join them between the 30th October and 3rd November on this […]
Presented annually, the Commander Bruce Award is given to youth members of Hampshire Scouts, who have inspired and encouraged others in Scouts either over a period or at a one-off event. The award changes slightly each year in its prize money and how we select the worthy winners. In 2024, the total award prize amount […]
Dear Fellow Scouts, I was very pleased to receive an email this week from the County Commissioner, following the completion of the 2024 census, informing me of the results. First, thank you for completing the forms. Second, I was thrilled about the outcomes and in particular the growth in our young and adult numbers, now […]
Following on from ten previous successful sessions in 2023, we are offering further free Neurodiversity training courses. The new dates are: 23rd March – 1st Denmead HQ, Hawk district, postcode: PO7 6JU, 11am until 4pm 21st April – Base2000: Basingstoke Air Scouts HQ, Basingstoke East district, postcode: RG24 9AE, 10.30am until 3.30pm Two TBC in Autumn. The course is […]
The Hampshire Beavers team are excited to announce an addition to the calendar for 2023 as we plan a visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. With a wealth of history from the Mary Rose, including their new 4D experience, to The Victory. We have managed to secure all access passes for the day, this includes all […]
We are very excited to announce that the Young Leaders’ Rally will be back for a sixth time to provide fun and #SkillsForLife! This is a weekend event organised by the Top Awards Team for Young Leaders across the county to further their training, as well as sharing experiences and making friends. The event is subsidised […]
We all want more volunteers and young people in Scouts, right? To do that we need to tell the outside world about all the amazing things we do. To help, the Hampshire Scouts communications and media team have created some guides to give you top tips when promoting and advocating for Scouts in person or […]
We want as many young people as possible to have adventurous activities and gaining the skills needed to lead them is one way! On Saturday 23rd September 2023 at Hawley Lake, Minley, Hampshire, we're running an assessment day so you can gain your Kayaking or Canoeing permit for B1 waters. Attendees will need to work […]
Following on from previous successful sessions, we are offering further free Neurodiversity training courses. The new dates are: 14th October – 100th Elvetham Heath – Odiham, GU51 1GX 28th October – 1st Denmead – Hawk, PO7 6JU 18th November – 8th Alton, Rotherfield, GU34 2NB 2nd Dec – Ferny Crofts, SO42 7YQ The course is […]
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) are offering Scout groups the opportunity to join them for a talk about their organisation and tours of various sites in Hampshire. They can cater for all age ranges and also tailor talks to your preferred duration (i.e. from 30 minutes up to 1 hour and 30 minutes). In […]
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue service have issued some new advice for volunteers using Scout halls for sleepovers to ensure everyone remains safe. These should help you when completing your risk assessment for the event. It remains important to contact the service if you are planning an event so they can prioritise […]
Calling all Hampshire Explorers and Scout Network: HSX are hosting the AdEx Challenge, a series of challenges and bases to test your teamwork and leadership skills. Activities will be based around an expedition scenario. The weekend will finish with a HSX social on Sunday lunchtime. So if you've caught the expedition bug you can find out more […]
We know that the Scouts change lives by giving young people skills for life. So we want to make growing the Scout movement as easy as possible. Along with the ever-changing hub of ideas and resources available on the Scout website, Hampshire Scouts has its own five-strong team of Growth and Development officers here to […]
Join us on Sunday 10th September to remember the Scouting volunteers in Hampshire who have 'gone home' in the past 12 months. Every member of Hampshire Scouts along with relatives and friends of those who we are remembering are invited. This year's Memorial Service takes place at Hamble Sea Scouts HQ, off Hamble Lane, Southampton, […]
Archery as well as being an Olympic target sport is also an inclusive and exciting adventurous activity for our young people. Thankfully for those looking to lead these activities, there are courses coming up: Braggers Wood: 9th and 10th September 2023 Christchurch Scouts have Aim 4 Sport running an Archery GB Instructors Course at Braggers Wood on […]
We have another wonderful opportunity to offer a free Neurodiversity training course on the 24th June at the Hilsea HQ, Portsmouth, PO2 0UF, from 10:30am – 3:30pm. The course is provided by Ellie Hunt. Ellie is a neurodivergent neurodiversity advocate, with lived experience of autism and ADHD, and a teacher with 20 years experience working […]
We want to celebrate those across Hampshire who inspire and encourage others.
Hampshire Scouts is looking to expand the number of volunteers as part of the team at CarFest this year!
Our President, HM Lord HM Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire Nigel Atkinson Esq, recently shared a message of congratulations and celebration for our volunteers and staff's hard work in our mission to bounce back.
This trip will offer Explorers and Network Scouts the opportunity to get out into the Lakeland Fellsand to go climbing, hillwalking and scrambling - there may even be an opportunity for a wild camp!
With such a successful Youth Council in September 2022, we’ve planned our latest and hope you can join us for the weekend.
Back in March 2022, we introduced our Transformation Lead for Hampshire Scouts at our County Conference. Read more about some areas of change to come.
Hampshire Youth Network, a cross Hampshire network including the Scouts and backed by our President, are running their next event which will “showcase” the huge range of talent among our County’s young people.
Paul Bell, the lead volunteer for Hampshire Scouts, reflects on 2022 in his Christmas message to our volunteers.
Calling all adults and young people! We have some exciting opportunities for you to learn new skills to help promote the brilliant work you're doing with Scouts in your community.
It is with deep sadness that we have heard of the death of our Monarch, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
As we look forward to a a new term our programme for November usually includes our act of Remembrance which takes place on the Sunday nearest to 11th November
Find out all about Suisse Adventure 2022
The Solent Scout Regatta has changed, now it is a two day event with pulling on a lake and sailing at sea.
Hampshire Scouts is looking to expand the number of volunteers as part of the team at CarFest this year!
The 2022 training dates have now been added to the Hampshire training calendar.
This summer the streets and shopfronts of Winchester and Southampton will be filled with sculptures of Hares and baby Leverets.
June is Pride month – a month dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ communities all around the world.
So why is Pride so important for our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Scouts?
With events to get involved happening soon, find out about HYPER and how our older Scouts can support our community in an emergency.
This summer there are a number of card games, table top role playing games and more fun activities that our young people can try for nothing!
Check out the latest edition of Hampshire Scouts News.
We are looking for people to continue our inspirational support activities.
Hampshire Scouts Speak Up is for young people from across the county, aged between 13 and 18 years, to have a laugh with tech, discover how to shout about what you do at Scouts and make new friends too.
The Hampshire Squirrels Team are putting on two Zoom events before Christmas for anyone that is interested in starting a Squirrels section, but wants to find out more or ask questions before they start the process.
Volunteers from across Team Hampshire were invited to attend the Autumn County Conference and find out more about the activities and plans of the county teams.
The Scouts have a new member of our family tree - Squirrel Scouts for 4 and 5 year olds! It is the Scout's first new section in 19 years and our first new age group in 35 years!
The next round of the Hampshire Scouts Coronavirus Response Programme is now open for grant applications!
Hampshire Scouts are looking for volunteers to join our team supporting and enjoying Children In Need's CarFest!
We are now launching applications for both Participants and Leaders for the 25th World Scout Jamboree in Korea in 2023!
Today, the Scouts are launching the #GoodForYou campaign to recruit new adults to help us.
Ferny Crofts is pleased to be re-opening for Scout Leaders and their families to join us once again for a camping break in the New Forest.
Over the next few weeks, we're running a Hampshire Scouts Challenge Master, that your sections can take part in!
In March, Hampshire Scouts looked to the future and as part of our County Conference, we unveiled our plan to recover from the impacts of the pandemic.
Hampshire Scouts have developed a resource to help Leaders bring their Sections and Groups back to face-to-face Scouts.
Find out how the Hampshire Scouts Growth and Development Team can help support Scouts in your area!
Hampshire Scouts is in the early days of working on its participation in the 25th World Scout Jamboree in South Korea, in August 2023!
We've a lot to thank people for over the past 12 months so we're asking you to thank two people or groups of people who have helped you this year.
Ferny Crofts is looking to recruit a team of volunteers to support us in getting the centre, ready for the summer season, and deliver activities for Scouts throughout the year.
As Scouts we love to get outdoors and try new things. But with winter and everything going on, we know its hard to think of ideas of what to do right now.
Does the thought of delivering a section meeting online feel like you are jumping into water without a buoyancy aid? Then join us for a workshop on Thursday 18th February.
There are currently some fantastic volunteering opportunities for you to help support the Scouts across Hampshire and in your local area.
We're looking for volunteers from across Hampshire to send us a 30-second video about why they volunteer with the Scouts and what it means to them to make a difference to the lives of young people.
A big thank you to every adult volunteer and paid member of staff in Hampshire Scouts for all that you have done in 2020 for Scouting and particularly for our young people.
Team Hampshire, which comprises of young people and adults, have been hugely impressed by the stories many groups have had to share
These days social media sites like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter are used by the vast majority of adults in the UK. Because of this, it is more important than ever to have a presence on social media.
Hampshire Scouts are inviting you to join us on Sunday November 8th at 10:15 to help us remember those affected by conflict and support our Armed Forces community.
Ferny Crofts is now open for Scout Groups to return to the site, with a number of different options available to book.
We're excited to hold our first-ever online Annual General Meeting, and you're welcome to join us!
Hampshire Scouts have embarked on a new project involving every Section, Group and Unit in Hampshire, bringing us all together as we start to return to normal Scouting.
From recognising the very best of our volunteers, to highlighting some of the awesome activities our young people have been up to during the Covid-19 pandemic, check out the latest edition of Hampshire Scouts News here.
We have 4 amazing International opportunities coming up for 2021. These opportunities cover Older Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Young Leaders, Scout Network and adult volunteers. We have tried to put them side by side below, so that you can easily compare these. But, don't take long, as closing dates across all four are over the next […]
The Scout Association have provided guidance and FAQs on first aid and refreshing first response at this time. We have produced a first aid guidance document on our approach in Hampshire for the renewal of certificates which includes a ‘Virtual’ first response and attendance at a practical validation session when we reach Green readiness level. First Aid renewalIf your certificate expired […]
In July, Hampshire Scouts held its first Annual Review delivered and presented digitally to a large audience online. Streamed on the Hampshire Scouts website during the occasion and available to watch afterwards on YouTube, the annual review has been a big hit with people wanting to find out about the fun, adventures and skills for […]
Camp at Home challengeRegister for Camp at Home Hampshire Camping Challenge The Hampshire Camping challenge has been adapted for camping at home. To get the camping challenge badge with #campathome you simply have to ‘camp’ a certain number of nights before the end of the year. We will also accept ‘camping’ indoors, maybe in a den […]
As Scouts we believe in bringing people together and improving the lives of those in our communities. Many of our members are working hard on the frontline, to keep our country safe and care for those in need. Hampshire Scouts would like to recognise individuals who are helping to overcome the Coronavirus pandemic. Roll of […]
Financial support for community organisations struggling as a result of Covid-19 is available – that includes Scout Groups across Hampshire too! The National Lottery Community Fund and Movement for Good are two, among many,organisations now offering support to those organisations in need.
Keep up with all the latest Coronavirus information and guidance, over on our dedicated page.
Over the past 110 years, we have given tens of thousands of young people the opportunity to learn Skills for life.
The 2019 membership fees have been confirmed by the County Executive.
The 2018 membership fees have been confirmed by the County Executive.
