Squirrels Acorn Awards

On Thursday 1st December, our very 1st batch of Chief Scout Acorn Awards were presented to 7 eager Squirrels in the 1st Broughton Squirrel Drey! Some great  pictures of our DC and 1st Broughton Scout Leader Warren Frost presenting a…

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Our 3rd Squirrel Drey Opens

On Monday 17th October 2022, we officially opened our 3rd Squirrel Drey in the district at the 1st Goosnargh Scout Group. 12 Squirrels took their promises in front of their parents and carers as well as the Mayor Of Preston,…

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HM Queen Elizabeth II Funeral

As the nation comes together today (Monday 19th September 2022), to mark the funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II, everyone at Preston & District Scouts once again extends our deepest thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Royal Family at this…

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National Moment Of Reflection

A National Moment Of Reflection marked by a one-minute silence to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will take place at 8 PM tonight.

HM Queen Elizabeth II

We are deeply saddened to hear the passing this afternoon of The Patron of The Scouts Her Majesty the Queen. Our thoughts and prayers are now with Royal Family at this time.

New District Chairperson

Preston & District Scouts are delighted to announce that we have appointed Ed Bettess as District Chairperson. A big thank you to Andy Acklam, who has stepped down after 8 years of service. You can find out more about Ed here or…

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New District SASU Manager

Preston & District Scouts are delighted to announce that we have appointed Alison Gibb as Scout Active Support Unit Manager (SASU). You can find out more about her here or from the posts on our social profiles.

Ukraine

Like our Scouting friends around the world, we’re deeply concerned by the heart-breaking situation unfolding in Ukraine. As Scouts we’re committed to peace, international friendship, and respect for all. Our Chief Scout, Bear Grylls has written to the National Organization of…

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New WSJ Application Deadline

We’ve decided to extend the application process until the 28th February @ 11:59 PM! This gives you an extra 18 days to get your application in to attend the 25th World Scout Jamboree in South Korea! Click the button below…

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