Gateshead District Scouts

11/06/2026

⛑️ Upcoming First Response Opportunities⛑️

Whether you’re renewing your first response or learning for the first time, there are plenty of dates available including 2 courses at the end of this month.

20th June - Darlington
28th June - Sunderland

👉 Check out all upcoming courses on our website!

https://buff.ly/XH64iJq

02/04/2026

A great opportunity for Explorers, Network or Adults looking for an intro to the outdoor industry 🧗‍♂️🚴‍♂️

Love the outdoors and helping people try new challenges? 🌲

We’re hiring Outdoor Activity Instructors to join our team at Whickham Thorns Outdoor Activity Centre!

From climbing and high ropes to laser tag, snow tubing and team-building challenges, you’ll be delivering fun, safe and unforgettable experiences for schools, families, youth groups and corporate visitors.

✨ Flexible seasonal work
✨ Training and activity sign-offs
✨ Friendly, supportive team
✨ A fun and rewarding workplace

No experience? Outdoor quals are a bonus but not essential — enthusiasm and great people skills are what matter most!

📩 Send your CV and a short cover note with your availability to apply.

27/01/2026

*UPDATE*

Closing date has been extended to Sunday 26th April!

Hi all! If you shop at Tesco in Chester-le-Street we would be very grateful if you could donate your tokens to 5th Birtley Scout Group. Vote in-store until 31st March 2026. Thanks in advance!

23/01/2026

Rehearsals for the 2026 Newcastle Gang Show are in full swing and this Sunday is the final chance for new members to join the gang and perform in the show! 🎭✨️

If you'd like to sparkle and shine on stage, then make sure you register in advance via the Newcastle Gangshow website (link in the comments) and attend this Sunday 🌟

13/01/2026

Scout Network coming to Gateshead
and District Scouts! Thanks to those who came to our launch event tonight .

06/01/2026

04/01/2026

There's just 1 week to go until Newcastle Gang Show 's first rehearsal!

If you're taking part for the first time or not sure what to expect, here's what the first rehearsal will look like 👇

🌟 Short welcome meeting for cast and parents
🌟 Making new friends with games and team building
🌟 Singing through some songs that will be in the show
🌟 Learning a simple dance that will be in the show
🌟 Lots of fun, laughs and getting to know each other

Join the first rehearsal on Sunday 11th January 2026 from 2pm till 4.30pm at Byker Masonic Hall.

You can find out more and register to attend via www.newcastlegangshow.co.uk 🎭