Witney Buttercross Scout Group

11/08/2026

A little safety reminder for all our budding astronomers for the solar eclipse this week 🌒.

🌞 LOOKING FORWARD TO THE PARTIAL SOLAR ECLIPSE? PROTECT YOUR EYES! 🌞

On Wednesday 12 August, observers across the UK will be treated to a partial solar eclipse. While the Moon will cover part of the Sun, it will NEVER be safe to look directly at the Sun from the UK.

⚠️ DO NOT look at the eclipse with your naked eyes. Because the Sun is never completely covered in the UK, even a quick glance can cause permanent and irreversible eye damage.

✅ Safe ways to enjoy the eclipse

🕶️ Use only certified eclipse glasses that comply with ISO 12312-2. Check they are in good condition before using them.

🌳 Watch nature's pinhole cameras. Look for crescent-shaped images of the Sun projected through gaps between leaves onto the ground.

🥣 Use a bowl or bucket of still water. You can safely observe the reflection of the eclipsed Sun on the water's surface. Never look directly at the Sun itself.

🍝 Use a kitchen colander. Hold it so sunlight passes through the holes onto a white sheet of paper or a light-coloured surface. Each hole projects a tiny image of the partially eclipsed Sun.

📦 Make a simple pinhole projector. A small hole in a piece of card projects the Sun's image onto another surface, allowing you to watch the Moon slowly move across the Sun.

🚫 Never use:
• Sunglasses
• Smoked glass
• CDs or DVDs
• X-ray film
• Camera filters
• Binoculars or telescopes without a proper front-mounted solar filter

🔭 Important: Looking through binoculars or a telescope without a certified solar filter fitted to the front of the instrument can cause instant blindness.

🌞 At Dark Sky Wales, we want everyone to enjoy this incredible celestial event safely. Whether you're watching from your garden, school or local park, remember:

👀 If you're in the UK, NEVER look directly at the Sun during the eclipse. Use safe viewing methods instead.

Stay safe, enjoy the spectacle, and let's all hope for clear skies! 🌤️

03/08/2026

For all our members interested in being on stage. Oxfordshire Gang Show is great to be a part of!

Are you still wanting to join our cast?

Join the Oxfordshire Gang Show 2027 Cast Today!!

Are you aged 6–30 and part of Scouting or Girlguiding in Oxfordshire? This is your chance to shine on stage—no experience needed!

✨ Sing💃 Dance🎬 Act🤝 Make lifelong friends

📍 Rehearsals start October 2026 at Botley Primary School, Oxfordshire

🎭 Show week: 13–20 February 2027 at Radley College

Come and be part of an unforgettable adventure, build confidence, learn new skills, and make amazing memories along the way!

📲 visit Oxfordshiregangshow.org.uk to sign up today.

03/08/2026

For our Scout and Explorer age young people this August on the Leys.

Our youth project THE STATION kicks off the summer sports project on Monday 3 August. It's a summer of free football, basketball, pickleball, tennis, crafts, games and refreshments. Head along to the Leys 7-9pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through August.

17/07/2026

What a brilliant summer it’s been for Witney Buttercross Scouts 🌈🏕️

From outdoor activities and teamwork challenges to laughter and new experiences, it’s been wonderful seeing our Scouts grow in confidence and friendships.

We can’t wait for even more adventures next term.

09/07/2026

Thinking about volunteering?

We're always looking for enthusiastic adults to join our team and help deliver amazing experiences for local young people. Whether you can spare a little time each week, help behind the scenes, or get involved with activities and camps, there's a role for everyone.

Why not get in touch to find out more about volunteering opportunities and joining us from the Autumn Term? We'd love to hear from you.

02/07/2026

📣Please read - The Old Oak 📣

We have a fabulous new facility which has taken a lot of hard work from a volunteer team to purchase and make safe.
To make this happen we have had to put some basic rules in place to keep everyone but especially your young people safe and ensure minimal disruption to our neighbours. Please make sure you read and follow instructions from leaders when attending The Old Oak.

In line with our Scout risk assessments for all our activities it is absolutely key that parent and carers support our adult volunteers in keeping to these rules. Please remember they give up their own time so your young people can have fun and do that safely.

🔴Parents arriving in cars must drive down the driveway to the site to drop off.
🔴No Parking or dropping off in the allotment car park or on Park Road
🔴Car sharing must be actively encouraged
🐕Dogs are not allowed on site at any time - with the exception of registered assistance dogs.

Doing this means we can all enjoy this very special place for many generations to come.

01/07/2026

Adventure starts with saying “yes” 🧭

At Witney Buttercross Scouts, young people get the chance to explore, create, learn, and grow in a supportive environment.

We’re passionate about helping every child discover their potential.

24/06/2026

As summer continues, we’re celebrating another fantastic term of Scouting ☀️

Thank you to our amazing volunteers, supportive families, and brilliant young people for making every week so rewarding.

Here’s to more adventures ahead!

18/06/2026

Scouting is all about making memories 🌟

From laughter during games to exciting outdoor activities and new friendships, every meeting brings moments our Scouts will remember for years to come.

Thank you to all our volunteers and families who make it possible.