62nd Belfast Scout Group

21/09/2026

What a great weekend for our Squirrels and Beavers! Thank you to everyone in the District for making it possible! ⚜️

05/06/2026

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 🌟

This Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a huge thank you to the incredible people who make 62nd Belfast Scout Group what it is 💛

Our Leaders, Helpers and Trustees give their time, energy and passion week in, week out to create opportunities for young people to learn new skills, build confidence and have fun. Whether it’s planning activities, supporting meetings, managing behind-the-scenes governance, or helping events run smoothly, every contribution matters.

👏 To our 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 – thank you for inspiring and guiding our young people.
👏 To our 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 – thank you for lending a hand and making everything run that bit easier.
👏 To our 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐬 – thank you for your dedication in keeping the Scout Group strong and sustainable.

If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, we’re always happy to welcome new volunteers, no matter how much time you can give.

25/05/2026

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟏𝟏𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐮𝐛𝐬! 🌟⚜️

What an incredible weekend we’ve just had at Cub110, hosted by Scouts NI! 🏕️

Our Cubs had an amazing time celebrating 110 years of Cubs, and it truly was an experience to remember. With over 700 people on site, it was truly amazing, so thank you to the NI Cub Team for an amazing weekend!

From a wide range of exciting activities and challenges, there was never a dull moment. The energy, enthusiasm and teamwork on display were fantastic to see!

20/05/2026

We were delighted to see a few of our leaders join the contingent from Scouts NI to attend the DofE Garden Party in the gardens of Buckingham Palace, recognising 70 years of the DofE and the number of awards from 62nd Belfast over the last 5 years.⚜️

19/05/2026

𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐬! 🌟

We are on the lookout for someone passionate, organised and community-minded to take on the role of Chair of our Trustee Board.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Belfast by supporting our dedicated volunteers and helping guide the future of our Scout Group.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞?
🔹 Leading our Trustee Board and supporting decision-making;
🔹 Working closely with our Group Lead Volunteer;
🔹 Helping ensure the group is well-run, sustainable and safe
🔹 Championing the values of Scouting in our community.

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫?
✅ Someone with leadership or governance experience (or willingness to learn);
✅ Strong communication and organisational skills
✅ A team player who shares our passion for helping young people thrive.

No Scouting experience is required, just enthusiasm and a desire to get involved!

💬 If you’re interested or would like to find out more, please get in touch with Scott!



Lagan District Scouts Newtownbreda (St John's)

03/04/2026

From everyone at 62nd Belfast, we want to say a massive congratulations to our Group Lead Volunteer, Scott Robinson, who has been appointed by the Chief Volunteer to the role of the Lead Volunteer for Volunteering at Scouts NI. We look forward to what the future brings!🙌

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 ⚜️

I am really pleased to share that two of our volunteers have taken on new responsibilities within the 𝗡𝗜 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺.

Leading on Volunteering, 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 will help us strengthen how we support our adult volunteers. With experience across County, Regional and Transformation work, 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁 really understands what volunteers need and how we can improve leadership and support across the board.

Leading on Programme, 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻 will help keep our programme exciting, consistent and youth focused. 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿’𝘀 experience from District roles, World Jamboree teams and as our 14–24 Lead means he brings real passion and insight to this area.

Both Scott and Peter bring a 𝗵𝘂𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 of experience and I am delighted they have accepted these responsibilities. I know they will have your 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 as they get started.

𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹
Chief Volunteer of Scouts NI

15/03/2026

𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 - 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 🥾

This weekend, 14 Explorers participated on their practice expedition for their Chief Scout's Diamond Award and Silver DofE Award.

From the sunshine to the rain, low clouds to the mighty winds, and let’s not forget the hills to the level paths, this was a great start to the DofE expeditions for 2026.

Thanks to 62nd Belfast for hosting the DofE experiences, with 109th Belfast and 110th Belfast participating too! ⚜️

27/02/2026

Thank you, Newtownbreda (St John's). ⚜️

21/02/2026

Great to see two members of 62nd Belfast attending the National Scout Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving, held in Westminster Abbey. ⚜️

Scouts NI Lagan District Scouts Newtownbreda (St John's) Presbyterian Church

16/02/2026

𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 - 𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 📅

This Sunday, we will be coming together with Newtownbreda (St John's) Presbyterian Church and Girl Guiding to celebrate our Founder’s Day / Thinking Day.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧👇🏻
⏰ All Uniformed Members meet at 10:00am
⚜️Service starts: 10:30am, led by Rev Paul Lutton
☕️ Refreshments provided after the service, supporting 62nd Belfast’s Charity of the Year.