Waringstown DofE

03/06/2026

We have just received our DofE Social Value Certificate which recognises the brilliant contribution Waringstown DofE participants make through their volunteering and wider DofE activity – putting a meaningful value on the time, commitment and impact they give.

Our young people have been developing skills, building confidence and making a real difference to others.

Super job everyone! 👍🏻

Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade DofE Northern Ireland

13/04/2026

Our Bronze and Silver Teams recently completed the Expedition Section of their DofE Awards.
They endured some challenging weather at times but teamwork and plenty of laughs got them to the end!
Great job everyone!! 👍🏻
Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade DofE Northern Ireland

08/03/2026

Blessed with wonderful weather, we had a fantastic Expedition Training Weekend in the hills above Newcastle.
Our Bronze, Silver and Gold young people had lots of fun as they worked on various expedition skills including map work, navigation, teamwork, camp craft, cooking and first aid.
Well done everyone! 👍🏻
Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade DofE Northern Ireland

29/10/2025

Don’t sleep in and miss out!
Registration for our 2025-26 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme is still open but will close on 2nd November!
Tap below for more information and a link to our online Registration/Consent Form.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI3dQYO7MEn5icfrmxdJodzzQ259RkVVkF5vQjV1IjYyBoqw/viewform

DofE is for young people aged 14-24.
We look forward to seeing you and guiding you towards your fantastic Duke of Ed Awards! 😊

Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade DofE Northern Ireland

10/10/2025

Don’t miss out!
Registration for our 2025-26 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme is NOW OPEN and will close on 2nd November.
Tap below for more information and a link to our online Registration/Consent Form.

https://forms.gle/89kgGERXKdBZF5Cs5

DofE is for young people aged 14-24.
We look forward to seeing you and guiding you towards your fantastic Duke of Ed Awards! 😊

Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade DofE Northern Ireland

09/10/2025

Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade

A few months ago, we were thrilled to welcome leaders from across the network to our DofE Staff Conference to share how the Award is making a real impact in young people’s lives— what an inspiring day it was! 💜

A special highlight was hearing from Joe Lyons, DofE Manager at Waringstown Presbyterian Church (Waringstown DofE), who joined a panel of leaders to talk about why he believes in the Award. Joe spoke not only as a DofE leader, but also as an employer — sharing how the Award helps young people build essential soft skills like:

✅ Teamwork and Communication
✅ Problem-solving
✅ Resilience

These are the qualities that make candidates stand out — whether applying for university or stepping into the world of work.

🎓💼 If you’ve earned your Award, be proud of it! Share your experience and let it shine on your CV or application. It’s more than an achievement — it’s a story of growth, challenge, and success.

24/09/2025

Don’t miss out!
Registration for our 2025-26 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme is NOW OPEN and will close on 2nd November.
Tap below for more information and a link to our online Registration/Consent Form.

https://forms.gle/wLZV6wtvengug8RK7

DofE is for young people aged 14-24.
We look forward to seeing you and guiding you towards your fantastic Duke of Ed Awards! 😊
Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade DofE Northern Ireland

29/08/2025

Congratulations to our young people who successfully competed the Expedition Section of their DofE Awards.
Great job everyone!! 👍🏻
DofE Northern Ireland Waringstown Presbyterian Church Donaghcloney Parish The Northern Ireland Boys' Brigade - BBNI Girls' Brigade Northern Ireland Waringstown BB Waringstown Girls Brigade