Durham Scouts

06/06/2026

🏡 New at Moor House Adventure Centre!

The brand-new Bunkhouse is now open and ready to welcome groups for adventure, learning and unforgettable weekends away. 🌲✨

With space for up to 17 people, a fully equipped kitchen, modern facilities, and access to a private camping area, it's the perfect base for your next residential, training weekend or Scout adventure.

For more information visit https://durhamscouts.org.uk/news/moor-house/introducing-the-new-moor-house-bunkhouse/

Ready to book your stay? Get in touch with the Moor House team today!

📧 [email protected]
📞 0191 584 1703

01/06/2026

🌟 Volunteers’ Week 2026 🌟



A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing volunteers across Durham Scouts.

Whether you lead a section, organise events, support behind the scenes, or lend a hand whenever needed, you make Scouting happen.

Thanks to your dedication, young people across Durham can gain Skills for Life, enjoy new experiences, and take part in exciting opportunities. With our upcoming Birthday Celebrations and Adventurous Activity Permit Day on the horizon, we’re grateful for the time, energy, and enthusiasm you continue to give.

From all of us at Durham Scouts – thank you for everything you do!

31/05/2026

🚣 Reminder – Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course 🚣

On Saturday, 27th June, we’ll be running a Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course at Chester-le-Street.

⏰ 08:30–16:30
💷 Approx. £25 including Paddle UK certification

Suitable for paddlers with a Paddle Explore Award or equivalent experience. Canoe, Kayak, and SUP craft are all welcome.

The course is a prerequisite for permits and Paddle UK instructor/leader pathways, and we’ll also be assessing permits for those who feel ready.

📧 To book, email: [email protected]

27/05/2026

🎉 Reminder – Beaver Picnic & Squirrels Day 🎉

Don’t forget bookings close on 3rd June! ⏰

📅 Beaver Picnic – Saturday 13th June
📅 Squirrels Day – Sunday 14th June

We’re also looking for an enthusiastic team of volunteers to help during the day. If you’re not attending with a group, we’d still love to hear from you! 🙌

You can sign yourself or your group up through the Durham website. 🎟️✨
https://durhamscouts.org.uk/

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27/05/2026

Keep an eye out for some exciting updates…

Something exciting is coming...

18/05/2026

🌊 Volunteer at Durham Regatta!
📅 13–14 June 2026

Join us for one of the region’s biggest sporting events and be part of the action!

Durham Regatta are looking for volunteers for flexible roles across the weekend. No experience needed. A great way to build skills and support your community.

📧 Get involved: [email protected]

16/05/2026

Cubs having an amazing time at Pete Swinney day!

16/05/2026

We’re exciting for Cubs across the County joining us today for our annual Pete Swinney Competition!

14/05/2026

Fancy gaining an activity permit but not sure where to start?

Join us at Moor House on Sunday 7th June for our Adventurous Activities Taster Day and have a go at activities including climbing, archery, shooting, hill walking and more.

There’ll also be coaching sessions to help leaders work towards self-leading some of Moor House’s bespoke activities.

Find out more and sign up here 👇
https://buff.ly/iZWqlTf

12/05/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Chris McIntyre as our new County Safeguarding Adviser, succeeding the incredible Sheila Gibbon following her retirement after 60 years of dedicated service to Scouting.

Chris brings nearly 15 years of Scouting experience as a Section Team Leader at 7th Gateshead Scout Group, alongside his professional background as a Social Worker. He will support the county by providing safeguarding advice and helping keep volunteers informed on current trends and themes.

If you need safeguarding advice or support, Chris can be contacted at [email protected].

Thank you, Sheila, for your extraordinary contribution to Scouting, and welcome to the team, Chris!