12th Barnsley Monk Bretton Air Scout Group

15/06/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Bagheera (Lesley Metcalfe), who dedicated many years of her life as a Cub Scout leader with the 12th Barnsley Monk Bretton Air Scout Group.

She was truly committed to her volunteer work and gave her all to ensure every child had the opportunity to have fun, feel included, and create amazing memories. Her kindness, energy, and dedication left a lasting impact on so many young people and fellow volunteers.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, both within the Scouting community and beyond. Thoughts and prayers of all the groups young members leadership and trustee board go out to Graham, Laura, Leah and all their family at this time. Gone Home Lesley. Thank you for your service. Rest In Peace.

03/06/2026

The nearest thing to Royal Naval Angels Wings. The groups thoughts and prayers go to the families and friends of the air crew that lost their lives early this morning in a Royal Naval Merlin Helicopter. Aviation Family Together whatever the service or link. Rest In Peace.

30/05/2026

Thursday 28th May was a historic day for the Group. Members of our Harrier Cub Pack and Typhoon Air Scout Section along with leaders and Barnsley District Chairman Adrian Eggleston went behind the wire on an arranged visit to RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. The team had VIP access to the aircraft of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight with a guided tour in the centre of the hanger. We then met Aimee from 12 Squadron who was our host for the day. Lunch was taken on the edge of the Airfield. Once lunch was over we proceeded to 29 Squadron the home of the Typhoon Display Team. The BAE Team guided members of the team around an aircraft explaining everything they could as they went answering a range of questions from the Cubs and Scouts. After spending time watching the flightline we then went to view the Airfield from Air Traffic Control and have a explanation of their duties and the Radar room below. The Cubs and Scouts behaved impeccably throughout the day and were an absolute credit to the Group. The Group would like to say a massive THANK YOU to Aimee, Fergus and Haydn who facilitated the visit as a whole for all their time and attention and to Colin and the Team at the BBMF for the excellent tour. And finally thank you to Jack The Exodus Project for facilitating our minibus transport. It's Decades since the Group had an air station visit and we hope to do another soon. Barnsley Scouts South Yorkshire Scouts

21/05/2026

09/05/2026

26/04/2026

A fantastic afternoon for 12th Barnsley Air Scout Groups St Georges Day Event.
In the presence of Deputy Lord Lieutenant of South Yorkshire John Foster and the Mayor and Mayoress of Barnsley. The service which has included renewal of promises was lead by Cannon Darren Percival BEM SSC
The parade was lead by South and West Yorkshire Wing Air Cadets Corps of Drums. We also raised £255.83 from the service collection and donations from our community during the parade.

25/04/2026

It was a pleasure to assist The Yorkshire Military Band and Corps of Drums with logistics support for their morning at the today. Excellent sound. https://www.facebook.com/share/18MG8ozex2/

The Yorkshire Military Band based in Barnsley boasts a concert/marching band and corps of drums.

22/04/2026

Although we have our service and parade on Sunday with the kind support of St Paul's Parish Church Monk Bretton. It's actually St Georges Day tomorrow. So to all our followers and friends. Happy Patron Saint of Scouting Day for tomorrow. From all the young members, Leadership Team and Trustee Board
Saint Paul’s Parish Church Monk Bretton Barnsley Scouts South Yorkshire Scouts.

08/03/2026

This evening members of the Group recieved a variety of awards at the Barnsley Scouts District Awards Night. Bronze, Silver and Gold Chief Scout Awards Baghera was awarded her 10 Year's Service ice Award and Merlin his 30 Year Service Award.

17/01/2026

I got over 20 reactions on one of my posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉