North West Belfast District Scouts

05/06/2026

04/06/2026

We’d like to say a great big thank you to all our amazing Young Leaders this Volunteers’ Week. 🙌

Your hard work helps young people gain skills, build confidence and find a place to belong. Thank you!

04/06/2026

03/06/2026

On this, UK VOLUNTEERS’ WEEK, can we, as a District, THANK ALL of our Leaders, Helpers and lay members for Everything they do to make such a positive difference to the lives of so many young people, across our Groups and sections. Your dedicated efforts are very much appreciated. THANK YOU! ⚜️

01/06/2026

In the 1920s, the Duke and Duchess of York were photographed during a visit to Austria, proudly wearing the uniforms of the Boy Scout and Girl Guide movements.
The future King George VI and Queen Elizabeth stand side by side in this charming image — he in full Scout uniform with staff and hat, she in the elegant yet practical uniform of the Girl Guides. Even before they ascended the throne, the royal couple took a genuine interest in the youth movements founded by Robert Baden-Powell. The Duke served as Chief Scout of the British Empire, while the Duchess was deeply involved with the Girl Guides.
This photograph captures a lighter, more relaxed side of the royal couple during the interwar years. Far from the formal constraints of court life, they appear approachable and enthusiastic about supporting causes that promoted discipline, service, and character-building among young people.
Years later, as King and Queen during the Second World War, their early commitment to the youth of Britain would take on even greater meaning — becoming symbols of strength and continuity for a new generation facing uncertainty and hardship.
A rare and delightful glimpse of the Duke and Duchess of York as a young couple, united not only in marriage but also in their shared dedication to serving the next generation.

31/05/2026

We in North West Belfast District Scout Council extend deepest sympathy and condolences to our former District Commissioner, Jason Watson, his Wife, Dani and his Father, on the sad loss of Jason’s beloved Mother.

Mrs Watson sadly passed away earlier today after a lengthy and brave battle with illness.

May God Bless and sustain Jason and the wider Watson family circle at this sad time. At Rest.

27/05/2026

NORTH WEST BELFAST
DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL

Tonight we had a very positive and well attended meeting of North West Belfast District Scout Council. The DLV/DC, John Mercer gave a very upbeat report, as his first year in post nears conclusion. It was great to see a number of Explorer Scouts from the Endeavour Unit, (connected to the 45th Scout Group, Immanuel, Ardoyne) in attendance.

At the meeting Lily Young (Endeavour ESU) was presented with her Chief Scout’s Diamond Award by DLV/DC, John Mercer. Congratulations to Lilly and to her Leaders, Scott Hamilton and Tracy Clifford.

Congratulations to Tracy, who was presented with her 5 Year Service Award.

Well Done Ladies!! ⚜️

27/05/2026

District Hall event ready for tonight’s North West Belfast District Scout Council Annual General Meeting. ⚜️

👀 See you at 8.00PM!!

24/05/2026

DISTRICT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2026 ⚜️

The Annual General Meeting of North West Belfast District Scout Council will be held @8.00PM on Wednesday 27th May, in the 48th Scout Hall.

All Leaders, Explorer Scouts and Network members are encouraged to attend.

👀 See You There!!

22/05/2026

Well that’s Glenn and Myself Archery permit’s renewed and congratulations to Dannie and Stephen for gaining their’s