Cubs from Winlaton recently celebrated Chinese New Year by taking part in a lion dance complete with drumming and symbols. They also got to have a go inside the dragon and make their own dance. There were other activities too…
Volunteering: #GoodForYou and Your Community
The Benefits of Volunteering with Blaydon & District Scouts Volunteering is one of the most rewarding activities you can do. It has a positive impact not only on those you help but also on your own well-being. Whether you’re helping…
Winlaton Cubs visit local Hindi Temple for Diwali
On Wednesday, Winlaton Cubs visited the Hindu temple of Newcastle where we learned about the different gods, took part in prayer and meditation, looked around at the different statues and who they represent in the Hindu culture.
Thunderbird 2024
Last weekend, our annual Scouts Thunderbird Competition took place. The 2 day incident hike weekend, ran from Blanchland, seen 5 patrols of Scouts compete in several challenges ranging from first aid to traditional Scouting skills. This year the Thunderbird trophy…
A busy summer for the Duke of Edinburgh Award
Over the summer, we ran Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions in Northumberland and around Hadrian’s Wall. During these expeditions, we had over 20 Explorer Scouts taking part, who all passed both the practice and qualifying expeditions of…
Paisley Challenge 2024
1st Chopwell and 1st Blaydon jointing won this year’s Paisley Challenge competition. The adventure afternoon in Chopwell Woods had the Cubs taking part in 4 different challenges, working together as a team to earn points. Activities included soft archery, pirate…
1st Chopwell take win in Kirby Shield Competition
A team of 4 Scouts from 1st Chopwell won this year’s Kirby Shield Competition. The 2 day event sees teams camping in a traditional patrol style, with challenges throughout the weekend.
District Scout Orienteering Night
Over 50 Scouts form three of the District Scout Troops (1st Winlaton, 1st Blaydon & 2nd Crawcrook), took part in a joint Orienteering training evening at Gibside NT on Tuesday night. Along with enjoying game of capture the flag and time to socialise…
St George’s Day at Gibside for Winlaton
On Sunday, Members representing all 4 sections of 1st Winlaton Scout Group, took part in an event to celebrate the patron saint of Scouts, St George at Gibside National Trust. The event included a parade along the main avenue and…
Winlaton’s Fire Service Visit
As a wrap up to the Fire Safety Activity Badge, 1st Winlaton Scout Troop had a visit from Tyne & Wear Fire & Rescue Services – to explain what they do, the equipment they have and let them have a go…