Remembrance honours people who serve to defend our democratic freedoms and way of life. Understanding the history of Remembrance helps us learn why we use certain symbols, such as poppies, cenotaphs and statues, to remember today. This weekend, 100’s of…
Chief Scout Gold Awards – November 2023
#Congratulations to the young people from #Preston, who received their Chief Scout Gold Award Certificate last night as part of a ceremony held at Corpus Christi Catholic High School in Fulwood
The search is on for Preston’s next Lead Volunteer… Could it be you?
After over five years, Warren Frost will complete his term as District Commissioner for Preston at the end of this year. Warren has led Preston with passion, enthusiasm and enormous dedication, giving everything to the role. When Warren agreed to…
Explorer Belt Presentation October 2023
Congratulations are in order for some of our Network members as they were presented with their Explorer Belts on Sunday 15th October at Lancaster University as part of an awards ceremony. Abbie, Sam, Ben, Harriet & Katie completed their expedition…
Harris Cup Camping Competition
#Congratulations to the Scouts from the 1st Broughton Scout Group on winning the Harris Cup Camping Competition this weekend at Waddecar Scout Activity Centre
Preston Scouts take off for Korean adventure
At 6am this morning four Preston Explorer Scouts set off from Deepdale Stadium on the trip of a lifetime to the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea as part of a 40 strong contingent from West Lancashire. They will spend…
Jacob’s Ride
On Saturday 1st July Jacob, a 10 year old Cub from 1st Goosnargh Scout Group, completed a 100km cycle ride (three laps of Preston’s Guild Wheel) to raise money for two good causes. Some of the money raised will go towards…
Good Service & Meritorious Conduct Awards May 2023
Congratulations to the following members who have received an award from the Chief Scout during May 2023: Name Award Christopher Bent Award For Merit David Gethin Chief Scout’s Commendation Anton Mooney Chief Scout’s Commendation Thomas Carver Chief Scout’s Commendation Fatima…
County Explorer Camp 2023
Our Explorers had an excellent last weekend taking part in West Lancs Scouts County Explorer Camp, down at Forest Camp Activity Centre in Cheshire. Thanks to the County Team for organising and the leaders for giving up their weekend to…
Good Service & Meritorious Conduct Awards
Congratulations to the following members of the district, who have received an award in this years roll of honour: Name Award Warren Frost Bar To The Silver Acorn Nigel Holmes Bar To The Award For Merit
