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St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal
May
11

St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal

Our founder, Lord Baden-Powell, designated St. George as the patron saint of Scouting as he set a good example of faith, courage and perseverance. Scouts from around the world will renew their promises on this day and remind themselves of what it means to be a scout, a member of the largest youth movement in the world. It is an expectation that all young people will make every effort to attend this event.

It is also our opportunity to celebrate everything our members have achieved during the year, and we present awards to our youth and adult members.

Programme

14:00: Arrival

Groups to Muster at the South end of Wembley Park Boulevard. Once parents/guardians have dropped off young people, they should proceed to Olympic Way to watch the parade.

14:30: The Parade will start at 2:30 pm sharp!

The parade will process North on Wembley Park Boulevard, turning right onto Engineers Way, then left onto Olympic Way and finishing at Olympic Square. The Parade will take approximately 20 minutes.

14:50: Parade Dismissed

Groups and families walk to Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill

15:00: Award & Promise Renewal Ceremony

  • Flag Ceremony

  • Live Music from our Youth Members

  • Youth Member Awards

  • Adult Service Awards

  • Promise Renewal

16:15: Refreshments

After the ceremony, refreshments will be served.

17:00: Departure

Muster Point

 

Ceremony Location

 
 

Parade

Group will parade in order, with the youngest section first, i.e. beavers, followed by cubs, then scouts and then Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders, along with the Group Scout Leaders, if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 8ºC, and therefore young people should wear layers (i.e. thermal vest) underneath their uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones, etc.

Parade Order

  • District Flags

    • Union - Chandos ESU

    • St. George - 35th Willesden

    • Beavers - 8th Kenton

    • Cubs - 3rd Kingsbury

    • Scouts - 37th Willesden

    • Explorers - Apex ESU

    • Network

  • 35th Willesden

  • 37th Willesden + Nomad ESU

  • 2nd Kingsbury + Chandos ESU

  • 3rd Kingsbury

  • 3rd Sudbury

  • 7th Wembley + Apex ESU

  • 8th Kenton + Dragon ESU

  • 10th Willesden

  • 11th Willesden

  • 12th Willesden

  • 20th Willesden

  • 23rd Willesden

  • 25th Willesden

  • 27th Willesden + Voyager ESU

  • 28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU

Full Uniform

undefinedTopBottom
SquirrelRed crew neck sweatshirt
BeaverTurquoise crew neck sweatshirt
CubDark Green crew neck sweatshirt
ScoutTeal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;Navy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
ExplorerBeige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
AdultStone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should wear appropriate group or district scarf with a woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Flag Barears

  • Groups, as identified above, are responsible for selecting a member of their group to carry district flags.

  • Group flags should be brought and carried by a member selected by the group.

Leader Information

Youth Award Notifications

Please fill in the notification form if leaders have awarded any top awards to young people between 1st April 2024 and 31st March 2025.

Notification Deadline: 12th April 2025

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Kandersteg Expedition 2025
Aug
12
to 22 Aug

Kandersteg Expedition 2025

Located high in the Bernese Oberland of Switzerland, Kandersteg hosts the world’s only International Scout Centre.

The trip to Kandersteg offers many opportunities for all Scouts. Whilst it is an ideal time to provide challenge and adventure for the older Scouts, it is also a great experience for younger Scouts too; who rarely get a chance to take part in international Scouting events on this scale.

The Kandersteg Expedition is for Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Network Scouts and Scouters aged 12 and over, be it relaxing in idyllic surroundings, or for the more energetic there are numerous activities available - Swimming, Bowling, Cycling, White Water Rafting, A Hike up the Mountains or a Stroll to the Village, a ride on the Cable Cars the views are beautiful.

There is a boat that takes you across the lakes from Thun to Speiz. The biggest bonus of all is the opportunity to discover a warm, friendly international environment in one of the most beautiful countries.

Greater London Middlesex West

The county will be taking the main strain of organising this International event. They have been coordinating this expedition since 1960’s and every four years set up a solid framework for Groups and Districts to attend. To date, they have over 700 members interested from across the County. Many members of the team have a great deal of experience from previous expeditions and plans since early this year have already started proceeding.

Brent District Contingent

We would like to seize this opportunity and take a large contingent of Scouts, Explorers, Network, Leaders and supporters from Brent District on an International Experience to Kandersteg. For some, it may be the chance of a lifetime to camp at the only World Scout Centre. Explore the breathtaking scenery and at the same time, work to gain International Friendship. For others hopefully, it will be the start of many International experiences and be able to springboard from this experience into planning their own International experiences for the years to come. It is also a chance for the District to come together coordinate and formulate a Leadership team to mirror the County and organise the District Contingent.

Expedition Fees

  • Scouts (12 - 14 only): £1,500

  • Explorer Scouts (14 - 18): £1,750

  • Scout Network (18 - 25): £1,750

  • Adult Leaders: £1,000

Ages are those at the time of travel.

This fee includes:

  • The Expedition, including all travel and food costs

  • Two pre-event camps, a one-night in 2024 and a two-night in 2025

  • Two pre-event activities (day or evening)

  • T-shirt, badge and necker

Access Fund

Fundraising

We will be undertaking fundraising activities in the run-up to the expedition including cake sales and supermarket bag packing. Depending on the success of the fundraising we may be able to add additional activities or reduce the fees.

Payment Schedule

Payments will be 15 monthly payments from March 2024 to May 2025.

  • Scouts (12 - 14 only): £100

  • Explorer Scouts (14 - 18): Initial £140, then 14 payments of £115

  • Scout Network (18 - 25): Initial £140, then 14 payments of £115

  • Adult Leaders: Initial £68, then 14 payments of £63 (£50 already paid with registration)

Extra Costs

In addition to the expedition cost you will need spending money for occasional expenses and souvenirs. We recommend using a prepaid currency card rather than cash.

Travel & Transport

The County is negotiating with both BA and Swiss Air for seats on morning flights from Heathrow and London City to Zurich and Geneva, with flight time approx 2hr 20min. We are hoping to arrange a transfer to Kandersteg by train from the airport (with perhaps one change of train) to Kandersteg village. Hand luggage will only be taken on the outgoing and return journey.

The return journey will be the reverse and the County is negotiating for afternoon flights from Zurich and Geneva. Scouts and Scouters will need to proceed to the designated airport under their own steam once this has been allocated to us.

The county is organising two trucks to transport both your main personal baggage and our camping equipment directly to KISC from London. Your personal kit will need to be delivered to a central collection and loading point on a specified day shortly before departure. The district will arrange this for you. This could be as early as one week before departure. For the return journey, the kit will be loaded on the morning of the day we leave and collection will be from the central warehouse a couple of days later. With your kit, you will need to provide a customs declaration of the items and their value.

We will give you more details on the packing and loading of your kit nearer the time. By having everybody’s personal kit on the trucks we make the transfer process as efficient as possible by avoiding the check-in and collection delays of bags at the airports.

Activities

During several of our contingent meetings, we will discuss programme activities. These will be a balance of adventurous, challenging, alpine, cultural, and relaxing days. There will be an opportunity for Scouts and Scouters to gain some of the badges and alpine awards.

From activities on the site including the Nature Trail, Eco Quiz, and Bat Watch; through to activities in the surrounding area such as hill walking, abseiling, and climbing; up to Alpine High Adventures like ice climbing, and white water rafting. Spending a night at one of the Mountain Huts surrounding the valley should be considered a must, while for a more relaxing day, jump on the train to Thun or Interlaken and take in the shopping. For those wanting to visit another Country during their trip then the Italian Lakes are only 120 miles by train; while the natural wonders of the Trummelback Falls and the Eiger are closer at hand.

When choosing activities care and consideration will be adhered to budget, value for money, and the suitability of the Scout.

Food

This will be distributed by the County daily and calculated per head. We will have no refrigeration facilities on site so all food is kept centrally. Food will be prepared and cooked back at our camp by a duty patrol and Leader for the whole contingent. At our pre-Kandersteg meets there will be an opportunity to experiment and taste some food. The menu will be set each day by County and the ingredients sourced locally are of Swiss Culture. Dietary and allergy requirements will need to be confirmed to the County with good notice.

Administration

During the lead-up to the Expedition, we will need to collect a lot of information, including names, addresses, dates of birth, Special diets, passport numbers, national health numbers, etc.

To keep costs down we will be using e-mail where possible as well as have a Facebook page, WhatsApp Group, and website to keep you regularly updated.

Planning Meetings

We will schedule pre-Kandersteg meetings with our Brent District Contingent once we have selected our unit members. This will be to develop teamwork amongst Scouts and Scouters. Learn and hone specific skills needed for the expedition. Choose activities and organise rotas, keep up to date with the latest information. Design the camp and help pull equipment together. Equipment lists and personal kit lists will be listed at the next meeting.

This will include:

  • 2x Full Days Events

  • 1x 1 Night Camp

  • 1x 2 Nights Camp with travel

  • 4x Evening Meetings

What happens next?

Information Webinar

We are running two webinars where you can find out about the expedition and ask question. There will be a 30-minute presentation and then 30 minutes for questions.

Applications

Scouts & Explorer Scouts

Those born between 12th August 2007 and 12th August 2013

We have a limited number of places for Scouts and Explorers and anticipate a high demand; we will be running two selection days for those interested in attending.

  • Saturday 17th February, 10 am to 4 pm

  • Sunday 25th February, 10 am to 4 pm

Both days will include a parent Q&A session at 3 pm

You will need to book a space at one of the two sessions if you are interested in joining.

After the second selection day we will inform you if you have been selected to take part.

Scout Network

Those born between: 22nd August 2000 and 12th August 2007

Those who will be Scout Network members at the time of the event can join as participants without the responsibilities of leading young people. They will take part in their own programme.

Adult Leaders

Those born before 12th August 2007

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Senior Swimming Gala 2024 - Scouts, Explorers & Network
Nov
30

Senior Swimming Gala 2024 - Scouts, Explorers & Network

Senior Swimming Gala 2024

Scouts, Explorers, Network & Adults

Venue: Willesden Leisure Centre

Donnington Road, Willesden, NW10

Time: 18.00 to 21.30

Date: Saturday 30th November 2024

Please ensure you arrive for 6pm in full uniform.

Entry Fee

This year, there will be a £2 entry fee per competitor.

Young people swimming

Younger members can swim in an older age group within their section, but older ages cannot swim in younger age groups. Only invested members will be able to participate. A person whose birthday is on the day of the Gala must swim in the older age group. i.e. A Cub Age 9 = Class B

ClassBeaversCubsScoutsExplorers
Class AAge 6Age 810.5 to 1114 and 15
Class BAge 79 to 10.512 and 1316 and 17

Scoring of points

Points will be awarded according to the finishing place of each entrant in the race, the points are allocated as follows:

  • First place = 10

  • Second place = 8

  • Third place = 6

  • Fourth place = 4

  • Fifth place = 2

NOTE: Double points scored for relay races. Half points are awarded in heats.

Special Events / Races

The District Championships are separate “Special Events” with their own Trophies and awards; therefore, these races WILL NOT count towards the overall points.

The network and adult races do count towards group points where the competitor is a group member.

Number in events

  • Each Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit may only enter a maximum of 2 competitors for each race. 

  • Each competitor may enter a maximum of 2 events, excluding the Relay or District Championship.

  • No competitor may swim twice in the Relay.

POR ruling on swimming

All youth members need to be able to swim to participate in the competitive swimming races, but members taking part in the non-swimmers (Beavers egg and Spoon race) need to be members that cannot swim.

The District championship

  • Scouts – Can only be swum by Scouts from Class B

  • Explorers – Open to all Explorer Scouts and Young Leaders

Heats and Finals

Heats will be run for each event. Where there are more than six entrants, the race will be run as two or more heats. Where possible, entrants from the same group will be put in different heats.

If a race has six or fewer competitors, it will be run and scored as a final.

Time Keeping

Races are timed to select the six fastest competitors for the final, and timings are also used to verify winners.

Swimming Strokes

We are not part of any Swimming Clubs, and we do not expect all of the young people taking part in the event to be of club level. However, we do expect all competitors to know how to do the strokes, including which leg kicks to use. If a young person does not know how to swim a stroke or fails to swim the correct stroke, that young person could be disqualified from that race.

Footwear

No outside footwear may be worn on the poolside.

Members and leaders watching and cheering

Can you all please make sure that while we all know that we all get very excited while we are at the event, it is of uppermost importance that you all remain seated, so that we don’t have any accidents, can you please make sure that all young people walk on poolside as this again will stop any potential accidents. VIDEO RECORDING and PHOTOGRAPHTY is prohibited whilst poolside.

In all Rules and matters above, the Judge’s decision is final

Races

All races except relays are held for both Class A and Class B.

Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Class B only, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

There are six Scout races; if you have more than 12 competitors, they won't all be able to swim twice. If you have more than six 12 & 13-year-olds, you should also consider splitting them into two teams, as they can't swim in Class A races.

Explorer Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Any class, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

There are six Explorer Scout races; if you have more than 12 competitors, they won't all be able to swim twice. If you have more than six 16 & 17-year-olds, you should consider splitting into two teams as they can't swim in Class A races.

Scout Network:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • District Championship, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Adults:

  • Front Crawl

You must fill in and hand in the race card with competitors at the start of the event.

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Remembrance Sunday Parade
Nov
10

Remembrance Sunday Parade

Brent Borough Civic
Remembrance Service

Queen Elizabeth Gardens, Barham Park, Harrow Road, HA0 2HB

Each Remembrance Sunday, Scouts in cities, towns and villages across the UK show their support for the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women.

As Britain entered the First World War on 4 August 1914, Robert Baden-Powell – founder of the Scout Movement – volunteered Scouts to support the war effort. They weren’t to have a military role but could undertake work that released men for service in the armed forces. The skills learned through Scouting proved very useful in carrying out a range of jobs, including working on farms, delivering messages, watching coastlines, fetching hospital supplies, and guarding railway lines.

Towards the end of the war, Scouts worked with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission to help keep records of where the fallen were buried. Cubs carried out work knitting socks and stuffing pillows for wounded soldiers, and with many mothers taking up new jobs to help the war effort, were also encouraged to learn skills for helping out at home.

All members are asked to make every effort to attend our local Remembrance Day Parade.

When & Where

13:30: Arrival (by 13:45 latest)
13:50: Congregation to gather at War Memorial & Parade to muster at the car park
14:30: Depart

Queen Elizabeth Gardens,
Barham Park, Harrow Road,
HA0 2HB

🚍🚇 Google Maps Navigation Link: https://goo.gl/maps/xX7hbq4ZPaFT7bPH7

🚗 On-street parking is available in the streets around the park.

🅿️ Sudbury Town Station Car Park is £1.50 on Sundays

 

Parade

All sections will parade together in Group order, i.e., all beavers followed by all cubs, scouts, and Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders, along with the Group Scout Leaders, if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 12ºC; therefore, young people should wear layers (thermal vest) underneath uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

All members of the District should wear a poppy, so if you do not have one, please have some money to buy one on Sunday morning. There will be a limited number available.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones.

Parade Order

  • District Flags

  • 3rd Kingsbury

  • 3rd Sudbury

  • 7th Wembley + Apex ESU

  • 22nd Wembley

  • 10th Willesden

  • 11th Willesden

  • 12th Willesden

  • 20th Willesden

  • 23rd Willesden

  • 25th Willesden

  • 27th Willesden + Voyager ESU

  • 28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU

  • 35th Willesden

  • 37th Willesden + Nomad ESU

  • 8th Kenton + Dragon ESU

  • 2nd Kingsbury + Chandos ESU

Full Uniform

TopBottom
SquirrelRed crew neck sweatshirt
BeaverTurquoise crew neck sweatshirt
CubDark Green crew neck sweatshirt
ScoutTeal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
ExplorerBeige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
AdultStone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or
blouse
Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should where appropriate group or district scarf with woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Colour Parties

  • We will need a member from each section to carry the District Flags, these will be selected on the day.

  • Group flags should be brought and carried by a member selected by the group.

  • There will be a short training session for carrying and lowering the flag at 13:45.

Wreaths

The District wreath will be laid by an Explorer Scout

Group Wreaths

Each group may lay a wreath, it should be laid by a Scout escorted by a Cub and a Beaver.

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St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal
Apr
28

St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal

Our founder, Lord Baden-Powell, designated St. George as the patron saint of Scouting as he set a good example of faith, courage and perseverance. Scouts from around the world will renew their promises on this day and remind themselves of what it means to be a scout, a member of the largest youth movement in the world. It is an expectation that all young people will make every effort to attend this event.

It is also our opportunity to celebrate everything our members have achieved during the year, and we present awards to our youth and adult members.

Programme

14:00: Arrival

Groups to Muster at the South end of Wembley Park Boulevard. Once parents/guardians have dropped off young people, they should proceed to Olympic Way to watch the parade.

14:30: The Parade will start at 2:30 pm sharp!

The parade will process North on Wembley Park Boulevard, turning right onto Engineers Way, then left onto Olympic Way and finishing at Olympic Square. The Parade will take approximately 20 minutes.

14:50: Parade Dismissed

Groups and families walk to Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill

15:00: Award & Promise Renewal Ceremony

  • Flag Ceremony

  • Live Music from our Youth Members

  • Youth Member Awards

  • Adult Service Awards

  • Promise Renewal

16:15: Refreshments

After the ceremony, refreshments will be served.

17:00: Departure

Muster Point

 

Ceremony Location

 
 

Parade

Group will parade in order, with the youngest section first, i.e. beavers, followed by cubs, then scouts and then Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders, along with the Group Scout Leaders, if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 8ºC, and therefore young people should wear layers (i.e. thermal vest) underneath their uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones, etc.

Parade Order

  • District Flags

    • Union - Nomad ESU

    • St. George - 28th Willesden

    • Beavers - 7th Wembley

    • Cubs - 2nd Kingsbury

    • Scouts - 35th Willesden

    • Explorers - Pioneer ESU

    • Network

  • 28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU

  • 35th Willesden

  • 37th Willesden + Nomad ESU

  • 2nd Kingsbury

  • 3rd Kingsbury

  • 3rd Sudbury

  • 7th Wembley

  • 8th Kenton + Dragon ESU

  • 10th Willesden

  • 11th Willesden

  • 12th Willesden

  • 20th Willesden

  • 23rd Willesden

  • 25th Willesden

  • 27th Willesden + Voyager ESU

Full Uniform

undefinedTopBottom
SquirrelRed crew neck sweatshirt
BeaverTurquoise crew neck sweatshirt
CubDark Green crew neck sweatshirt
ScoutTeal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;Navy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
ExplorerBeige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
AdultStone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should wear appropriate group or district scarf with a woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Flag Barears

  • Groups, as identified above, are responsible for selecting a member of their group to carry district flags.

  • Group flags should be brought and carried by a member selected by the group.

Leader Information

Youth Award Notifications

Please fill in the notification form if leaders have awarded any top awards to young people between 1st April 2023 and 31st March 2024.

Notification Deadline: 12th April 2024

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Senior Swimming Gala 2023 - Scouts, Explorers & Network
Nov
18

Senior Swimming Gala 2023 - Scouts, Explorers & Network

Senior Swimming Gala 2023

Scouts, Explorers, Network & Adults

Venue: Willesden Leisure Centre

Donnington Road, Willesden, NW10

Time: 18.00 to 21.30

Date: Saturday 18th November 2023

Please ensure you arrive for 6pm in full uniform.

Young people swimming

Younger members can swim in an older age group within their section, but older ages cannot swim in younger age groups. Only invested members will be able to participate. A person whose birthday is on the day of the Gala must swim in the older age group. i.e. A Cub Age 9 = Class B

ClassBeaversCubsScoutsExplorers
Class AAge 6Age 810.5 to 1114 and 15
Class BAge 79 to 10.512 and 1316 and 17

Scoring of points

Points will be awarded according to the finishing place of each entrant in the race, the points are allocated as follows:

  • First place = 10

  • Second place = 8

  • Third place = 6

  • Fourth place = 4

  • Fifth place = 2

NOTE: Double points scored for relay races. Half points are awarded in heats.

Special Events / Races

The District Championships are separate “Special Events” with their own Trophies and awards; therefore, these races WILL NOT count towards the overall points.

Number in events

  • Each Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit may only enter a maximum of 2 competitors for each race. 

  • Each competitor may enter a maximum of 2 events, excluding the Relay or District Championship.

  • No competitor may swim twice in the Relay.

POR ruling on swimming

All youth members need to be able to swim to participate in the competitive swimming races, but members taking part in the non-swimmers (Beavers egg and Spoon race) need to be members that cannot swim.

The District championship

  • Scouts – Can only be swum by Scouts from Class B

  • Explorers – Open to all Explorer Scouts and Young Leaders

Heats and Finals

Heats will be run for each event where there are more than six entrants, the race will be run as two heats. Where possible entrants from the same group will be put in different heats.

If there are six or less competitors for a race, the race will run and scored as a final.

Heat & Finals winners

All swimmers who finish in a pointed place (1st, 2nd, 3rd etc.) will receive a token or place card, which they must then take to the score keepers table; who will record their name, group & finishing place to ensure the scores are added correctly to the groups running total.

Swimming Strokes

We are not part of any Swimming Clubs, and we do not expect all of the young people taking part in the event to be of club level, but we do expect all competitors to know how to do the strokes including which leg kicks to use, if a young person does not know how to swim a stroke, or fails to swim the correct stroke, that young person could be disqualified from that race.

Footwear

No outside footwear worn internally at poolside.

Members and leaders watching and cheering

Can you all please make sure that while we all know that we all get very excited while we are at the event, it is of uppermost importance that you all remain seated, so that we don’t have any accidents, can you please make sure that all young people walk on poolside as this again will stop any potential accidents. VIDEO RECORDING and PHOTOGRAPHTY is prohibited whilst poolside.

In all Rules and matters above, the Judge’s decision is final

Races

All races except relays are held for both Class A and Class B.

Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Class B only, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Explorer Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Any class, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Scout Network:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • District Championship, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Adults:

  • Front Crawl

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Remembrance Sunday Parade
Nov
12

Remembrance Sunday Parade

Brent Borough Civic
Remembrance Service

Queen Elizabeth Gardens, Barham Park, Harrow Road, HA0 2HB

Each Remembrance Sunday, Scouts in cities, towns and villages across the UK show their support for the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women.

As Britain entered the First World War on 4 August 1914, Robert Baden-Powell – founder of the Scout Movement – volunteered Scouts to support the war effort. They weren’t to have a military role but could undertake work that released men for service in the armed forces. The skills learned through Scouting proved very useful in carrying out a range of jobs, including working on farms, delivering messages, watching coastlines, fetching hospital supplies, and guarding railway lines.

Towards the end of the war, Scouts worked with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission to help keep records of where the fallen were buried. Cubs carried out work knitting socks and stuffing pillows for wounded soldiers, and with many mothers taking up new jobs to help the war effort, were also encouraged to learn skills for helping out at home.

All members are asked to make every effort to attend our local Remembrance Day Parade.

When & Where

13:30: Arrival (by 13:45 latest)
13:50: Congregation to gather at War Memorial & Parade to muster at the car park
14:30: Depart

Queen Elizabeth Gardens,
Barham Park, Harrow Road,
HA0 2HB

🚍🚇 Google Maps Navigation Link: https://goo.gl/maps/xX7hbq4ZPaFT7bPH7

🚗 On-street parking is available in the streets around the park.

🅿️ Sudbury Town Station Car Park is £1.50 on Sundays

 

Parade

All sections will parade together in Group order, i.e., all beavers followed by all cubs, scouts, and Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders, along with the Group Scout Leaders, if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 12ºC; therefore, young people should wear layers (thermal vest) underneath uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

All members of the District should wear a poppy, so if you do not have one, please have some money to buy one on Sunday morning. There will be a limited number available.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones.

Parade Order

  • District Flags

  • 2nd Kingsbury + Chandos ESU

  • 3rd Kingsbury

  • 3rd Sudbury

  • 7th Wembley

  • 22nd Wembley

  • 10th Willesden

  • 11th Willesden

  • 12th Willesden

  • 20th Willesden

  • 23rd Willesden

  • 25th Willesden

  • 27th Willesden + Voyager ESU

  • 28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU

  • 35th Willesden

  • 37th Willesden + Nomad ESU

  • 8th Kenton + Dragon ESU

Full Uniform

TopBottom
SquirrelRed crew neck sweatshirt
BeaverTurquoise crew neck sweatshirt
CubDark Green crew neck sweatshirt
ScoutTeal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
ExplorerBeige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
AdultStone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or
blouse
Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should where appropriate group or district scarf with woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Colour Parties

  • We will need a member from each section to carry the District Flags, these will be selected on the day.

  • Group flags should be brought and carried by a member selected by the group.

  • There will be a short training session for carrying and lowering the flag at 13:45.

Wreaths

The District wreath will be laid by an Explorer Scout

Group Wreaths

Each group may lay a wreath, it should be laid by a Scout escorted by a Cub and a Beaver.

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District Campfire
Nov
4

District Campfire

Join the whole District together to sing songs and enjoy some skits.

Get a Burger/Hot Dog and a Drink, then settle down for fun and singing before our fireworks display.

All parents and family are welcome; please bring your friends as well.

Saturday, 4th November 2023
6 pm to 8:30 pm

Entry

SOLD OUT

EARLY BIRD:

  • £5 Adult

  • £3 Children (6 - 14)

five and under free

We have a capacity of 450, so please book tickets in advance.

Stember Hall, Leighton Gardens,
NW10 3PY

Food & Drink

Please pre-book food and drink to help with food supplies and dietary requirements.

Additional hot food, drinks, and cakes will be available to purchase at the event.

Sparkers

There will be a sparker zone; you can purchase sparkers at the event. Please remember to being suitable gloves to be allowed in the sparker zone.

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St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal
Apr
16

St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal

Our founder, Lord Baden-Powell, designated St. George as the patron saint of Scouting as he set a good example of faith, courage and perseverance. Scouts from all around the world will renew their promises on this day and remind themselves of what it means to be a scout, a member of the largest youth movement in the world. It is an expectation that all young people will make every effort to attend this event.

It is also our opportunity to celebrate everything that our members have achieved during the year, and we present awards to both our youth and adult members.

Programme

13:30: Arrival

Groups to Muster at the South end of Wembley Park Boulevard in front of Premier Inn. Once parents/guardians have dropped off young people, they should proceed to Olympic Way to watch the parade.

14:00: The Parade will start at 2 pm sharp!

The parade will process North on Wembley Park Boulevard, turning right onto Engineers Way, then left onto Olympic Way and finishing at Olympic Square. The Parade will take approximately 20 minutes.

14:30: Parade Dismissed

Groups and families walk to Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill

15:00: Award & Promise Renewal Ceremony

  • Flag Ceremony

  • Live Music from our Youth Members

  • Youth Member Awards

  • Adult Service Awards

  • Promise Renewal

16:00: Refreshments

After the ceremony, refreshments will be served.

17:00: Departure

Muster Point

 

Ceremony Location

 
 

Parade

Group will parade in order, with the youngest section first, i.e. beavers, followed by cubs, then scouts and then Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders, along with the Group Scout Leaders, if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 8ºC, and therefore young people should wear layers (i.e. thermal vest) underneath their uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones, etc.

Parade Order

  • District Flags

    • Union - Voyager ESU

    • St. George - 27th Willesden

    • Explorers - Dragon ESU

    • Scouts - 28th Willesden

    • Cubs - 35th Willesden

    • Beavers - 2nd Kingsbury

  • 27th Willesden + Voyager ESU

  • 28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU

  • 35th Willesden

  • Nomad ESU

  • 2nd Kingsbury

  • 7th Wembley

  • 8th Kenton + Dragon ESU

  • 10th Willesden

  • 12th Willesden

  • 20th Willesden

  • 23rd Willesden

  • 25th Willesden

Full Uniform

undefinedTopBottom
SquirrelRed crew neck sweatshirt
BeaverTurquoise crew neck sweatshirt
CubDark Green crew neck sweatshirt
ScoutTeal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;Navy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
ExplorerBeige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
AdultStone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should wear appropriate group or district scarf with a woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Flag Barears

  • Groups, as identified above, are responsible for selecting a member of their group to carry district flags.

  • Group flags should be brought and carried by a member selected by the group.

Leader Information

Youth Award Notifications

If leaders have awarded any top awards to young people between 1st April 2022 and 31st March 2023, please fill in the notification form.

Notification Deadline: 12th April 2023

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Senior Swimming Gala 2022 - Scouts, Explorers & Network
Nov
19

Senior Swimming Gala 2022 - Scouts, Explorers & Network

Senior Swimming Gala 2022

Scouts, Explorers, Network & Adults

Venue: Willesden Leisure Centre

Donnington Road, Willesden, NW10

Time: 18.00 to 21.30

Date: Saturday 19th November 2022

Please ensure you arrive for 6pm in full uniform.

Young people swimming

Younger members can swim in an older age group within their section, but older ages cannot swim in younger age groups. Only invested members will be able to participate. A person whose birthday is on the day of the Gala must swim in the older age group. i.e. A Cub Age 9 = Class B

ClassBeaversCubsScoutsExplorers
Class AAge 6Age 810.5 to 1114 and 15
Class BAge 79 to 10.512 and 1316 and 17

Scoring of points

Points will be awarded according to the finishing place of each entrant in the race, the points are allocated as follows:

  • First place = 10

  • Second place = 8

  • Third place = 6

  • Fourth place = 4

  • Fifth place = 2

NOTE: Double points scored for relay races. Half points awarded in heats.

Special Events / Races

The District Championships are separate “Special Events” with their own Trophies and awards therefore these races WILL NOT count towards the overall points.

Number in events

  • Each Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit may only enter a maximum of 2 competitors for each race. 

  • Each competitor may enter a maximum of 2 events, excluding the Relay or District Championship

  • No competitor may swim twice in the Relay.

POR ruling on swimming

All youth members need to be able to swim to take part in the competitive swimming races but members taking part in the non-swimmers (Beavers egg and Spoon race) need to be members that cannot swim.

The District championship

  • Scouts – Can only be swum by Scouts from Class B

  • Explorers – Open to all Explorer Scouts and Young Leaders

Heats and Finals

Heats will be run for each event where there are more than six entrants, the race will be run as two heats. Where possible entrants from the same group will be put in different heats.

If there are six or less competitors for a race, the race will run and scored as a final.

Heat & Finals winners

All swimmers who finish in a pointed place (1st, 2nd, 3rd etc.) will receive a token or place card, which they must then take to the score keepers table; who will record their name, group & finishing place to ensure the scores are added correctly to the groups running total.

Swimming Strokes

We are not part of any Swimming Clubs, and we do not expect all of the young people taking part in the event to be of club level, but we do expect all competitors to know how to do the strokes including which leg kicks to use, if a young person does not know how to swim a stroke, or fails to swim the correct stroke, that young person could be disqualified from that race.

Footwear

No outside footwear worn internally at poolside.

Members and leaders watching and cheering

Can you all please make sure that while we all know that we all get very excited while we are at the event, it is of uppermost importance that you all remain seated, so that we don’t have any accidents, can you please make sure that all young people walk on poolside as this again will stop any potential accidents. VIDEO RECORDING and PHOTOGRAPHTY is prohibited whilst poolside.

In all Rules and matters above, the Judge’s decision is final

Races

All races except relays are held for both Class A and Class B.

Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Class B only, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Explorer Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Any class, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Scout Network:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • District Championship, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Adults:

  • Front Crawl

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Remembrance Sunday Parade
Nov
13

Remembrance Sunday Parade

Brent Borough Civic
Remembrance Service

Queen Elizabeth Gardens, Barham Park, Harrow Road, HA0 2HB

Each Remembrance Sunday, Scouts in cities, towns and villages across the UK show their support for the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women.

As Britain entered the First World War on 4 August 1914, Robert Baden-Powell – founder of the Scout Movement – volunteered Scouts to support the war effort. They weren’t to have a military role but could undertake work that released men for service in the armed forces. The skills learned through Scouting proved very useful in carrying out a range of jobs, including working on farms, delivering messages, watching coastlines, fetching hospital supplies, and guarding railway lines.

Towards the end of the war, Scouts worked with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission to help keep records of where the fallen were buried. Cubs carried out work knitting socks and stuffing pillows for wounded soldiers, and with many mothers taking up new jobs to help the war effort, were also encouraged to learn skills for helping out at home.

All members are asked to make every effort to attend our local Remembrance Day Parade.

When & Where

13:30: Arrival
14:30: Depart

Scouts to muster in the South East Corner of the Park

Queen Elizabeth Gardens,
Barham Park, Harrow Road,
HA0 2HB

🚍🚇 Google Maps Navigation Link: https://goo.gl/maps/xX7hbq4ZPaFT7bPH7

🚗 On-street parking is available in the streets around the park.

🅿️ Sudbury Town Station Car Park is £1.50 on Sundays

 

Parade

Group will parade in order, with the youngest section first, i.e. beavers followed by cubs, then scouts and then Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders along with the Group Scout Leaders if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 8ºC and therefore the young people should wear layers (i.e. thermal vest) underneath their uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

All District members should wear a poppy, so if you do not have one, please have some money to buy one on Sunday morning. There will be a limited number available.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones, etc.

Parade Order

Each year the groups move order to the front; this year the order is:

  • District Flags

    • Explorers - Pioneer ESU

    • Scouts - 10th Willesden

    • Cubs - 12th Willesden

    • Beavers - 20th Willesden

  • 8th Kenton + Dragon ESU

  • 2nd Kingsbury

  • 4th Wembley

  • 7th Wembley

  • 10th Willesden

  • 12th Willesden

  • 20th Willesden

  • 23rd Willesden

  • 25th Willesden

  • 27th Willesden + Voyager ESU

  • 28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU

  • 35th Willesden

  • 37th Willesden + Nomad ESU

Full Uniform

TopBottom
SquirrelRed crew neck sweatshirt
BeaverTurquoise crew neck sweatshirt
CubDark Green crew neck sweatshirt
ScoutTeal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
ExplorerBeige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
AdultStone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or
blouse
Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should where appropriate group or district scarf with a woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Colour Parties

  • We will need a member from each section to carry the District Flags, these will be selected on the day.

  • Group flags should be brought and carried by a member selected by the group.

  • There will be a short training session for carrying and lowering the flag at 13:45.

Wreaths

The District wreath will be laid by an Explorer Scout

Group Wreaths

Each group may lay a wreath that the District will provide. It should be laid by a Scout escorted by a Cub and a Beaver.

 

Photos

Thank you to everyone who attended the Remembrance Service at Barham Park. We hope you enjoyed this opportunity to come together in this act of remembrance.

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District Campfire & Fireworks 2022
Nov
5

District Campfire & Fireworks 2022

Gates open, and food will be served from 6:00 pm

Campfire Lighting and Singing @ 6:30 pm

Full effect Firework Display @ 7:30 pm

EARLYBIRD Online price available until 31st October

Adults: £3
Children (under 14): £1

All children must be accompanied by an adult
400 Capacity limit; book in advance to avoid disappointment

SOLD OUT

No entry without a ticket!

Top-grade sparklers available to buy at the event

Come and enjoy a bonfire night party and campfire sing-a-long.

100% of profits to go towards the Scout development and various Scouting projects.


The event will start as soon as you enter, with quality catering available straight away.

6:30 pm Campfire: Fun for all the family to join in with traditional Scouting campfire songs - be ready to make some noise.

7:30 pm Display: This is our full-on display with some crowd-pleasing effects and noise. We do not use the loudest shells available but it’s not a quiet show.

Quality catering available this year will be gourmet burgers & hot dogs, hot chocolate with marshmallows and cream, along with tea, coffee, sweets and toffee apples.

  • Hot Food + Drink - £5

Also on sale will be top-grade sparklers and a designated area for these to be used safely.

We sincerely hope you enjoy the night, and thank you for your support.

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Sept
11

Proclamation of Accession

Brent Borough
Proclamation of Accession

In Brent, the Proclamation will be read at 4 pm on Sunday 11 September on the steps of Wembley Stadium, at the top of Olympic Way. It will be read by the Mayor of Brent, Cllr Abdi Aden, with an introduction from the Representative Deputy Lieutenant.

All youth and adult members of Brent Scouts are welcome to attend this historical event as part of a parade to witness the proclamation.

When & Where

15:15: Arrive and Muster at Olympic Square
15:30: Parade to Wembley Stadium
16:00: Witness Proclamation
16:30: Depart

Scouts to muster in Olympic Square (under the road outside Wembley Park Tube Station).

Olympic Square,
Wembley Park,
HA9 0NP

🚍🚇 Google Maps Navigation Link: https://goo.gl/maps/pQSXxSHdECLBDxZ96

 

Parade

The District will parade in order, with the youngest section first, i.e. beavers followed by cubs, then scouts and then Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders along with the Group Scout Leaders if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is requested for the parade.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones, etc.

Full Uniform

TopBottom
SquirrelRed crew neck sweatshirt
BeaverTurquoise crew neck sweatshirt
CubDark Green crew neck sweatshirt
ScoutTeal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
ExplorerBeige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouseNavy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle
AdultStone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or
blouse
Navy blue activity trousers, or
smart navy blue trousers, or
smart navy blue skirt;
with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should wear the appropriate group or district scarf with a woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Colour Parties

We may need a member from each section to carry the District Flags; these will be selected on the day. We are waiting on confirmation if flags should be used and will only have a District Colour Party if it is.

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May
6

St. George's Day Awards & Promise Renewal

The annual District St George’s Day event will be held at Oakington Manor Primary School on Friday 6th May 2022.

Our founder, Lord Baden-Powell, designated St George as the patron saint of Scouting as he set a good example of faith, courage and perseverance. Scouts from all around the world will renew their promises on this day and remind themselves of what it means to be a scout, a member of the largest youth movement in the world. It is an expectation that all young people will make every effort to attend this event.

It is also our opportunity to celebrate everything that our members have achieved during the year and we present awards to both our youth and adult members.

  • Members must wear full uniform

  • There will be refreshments in the school canteen after the event and a raffle to raise funds for our World Scout Jamboree Participants.

Parade Order

  • District Flags

    • Union - Pioneer

    • St. George - 25th Willesden Scouts

    • Explorers - Dragon ESU

    • Scouts - 27th Willesden

    • Cubs - 28th Willesden

    • Beavers - 8th Kenton

  • 25th Willesden

  • 27th Willesden + Voyager ESU

  • 28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU

  • 35th Willesden

  • Nomad ESU

  • 8th Kenton + Dragon ESU

  • 2nd Kingsbury

  • 10th Willesden

  • 12th Willesden

  • 20th Willesden

  • 23rd Willesden

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Adult Hike - Expeditions ASU
Mar
20

Adult Hike - Expeditions ASU

Dear any adult in Scouting in our District, whether you are a leader, helper member of an executive or a parent that is interested in walking in the outdoors this day trip is for you!

Active support uint for expeditions, David Kitchen (DC), has asked us to put together a group of enthusastic people to put on hikes, expeditions and outdoor experiences for Scouts, Explorers and adults in our District.

The Plan for the day

• We are planning to take you all on an outdoor walking experience, whether this is your first time hiking in the countryside or you are an experienced outdoor enthusiast, we look forward to meeting you all on the 20thMarch

• We will be walking a circular route on approx 10miles

• Along the route you will have opportunity to practice your navigation skills or to pick up some new ones

• This route should inspire all of you, as we will be travelling through some of the most beautiful part of the Chilterns

• We will be stopping half way round in a pub for lunch

If you would like to take part in our walk in the hills on the 20th March, fill out the form below and email it to us on expeditions@brentscouts.org.uk

Any questions do not hesitate to email us at expeditions@brentscouts.org.uk or ring Nick Blundell on 0771 328 7995, We look forward to seeing you all on the 20th March.

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Senior Swimming Gala 2021 - Scouts, Explorers & Network
Dec
11

Senior Swimming Gala 2021 - Scouts, Explorers & Network

Senior Swimming Gala 2021

Scouts, Explorers, Network & Adults

Venue: Willesden Leisure Centre

Donnington Road, Willesden, NW10

Time: 18.00 to 21.30

Date: Saturday 11th December 2021

Please ensure you arrive for 6pm in full uniform.

Young people swimming

Younger members can swim in an older age group within their section, but older ages cannot swim in younger age groups. Only invested members will be able to participate. A person whose birthday is on the day of the Gala must swim in the older age group. i.e. A Cub Age 9 = Class B

ClassBeaversCubsScoutsExplorers
Class AAge 6Age 810.5 to 1114 and 15
Class BAge 79 to 10.512 and 1316 and 17

Scoring of points

Points will be awarded according to the finishing place of each entrant in the race, the points are allocated as follows:

  • First place = 10

  • Second place = 8

  • Third place = 6

  • Fourth place = 4

  • Fifth place = 2

NOTE: Double points scored for relay races. Half points awarded in heats.

Special Events / Races

The Relay and District Championship are separate “Special Events” with their own Trophies and awards therefore these races WILL NOT count towards the overall points.

Number in events

  • Each Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit may only enter a maximum of 2 competitors for each race. 

  • Each competitor may enter a maximum of 2 events, excluding the Relay or District Championship

  • No competitor may swim twice in the Relay.

POR ruling on swimming

All youth members need to be able to swim to take part in the competitive swimming races but members taking part in the non-swimmers (Beavers egg and Spoon race) need to be members that cannot swim.

The District championship

  • Scouts – Can only be swum by Scouts from Class B

  • Explorers – Open to all Explorer Scouts and Young Leaders

Heats and Finals

Heats will be run for each event where there are more than six entrants, the race will be run as two heats. Where possible entrants from the same group will be put in different heats.

If there are six or less competitors for a race, the race will run and scored as a final.

Heat & Finals winners

All swimmers who finish in a pointed place (1st, 2nd, 3rd etc.) will receive a token or place card, which they must then take to the score keepers table; who will record their name, group & finishing place to ensure the scores are added correctly to the groups running total.

Swimming Strokes

We are not part of any Swimming Clubs, and we do not expect all of the young people taking part in the event to be of club level, but we do expect all competitors to know how to do the strokes including which leg kicks to use, if a young person does not know how to swim a stroke, or fails to swim the correct stroke, that young person could be disqualified from that race.

Footwear

No outside footwear worn internally at poolside.

Members and leaders watching and cheering

Can you all please make sure that while we all know that we all get very excited while we are at the event, it is of uppermost importance that you all remain seated, so that we don’t have any accidents, can you please make sure that all young people walk on poolside as this again will stop any potential accidents. VIDEO RECORDING and PHOTOGRAPHTY is prohibited whilst poolside.

In all Rules and matters above, the Judge’s decision is final

Races

All races except relays are held for both Class A and Class B.

Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Class B only, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Explorer Scouts:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • Relay:

    • A Front Crawl

    • A Backstroke

    • B Breaststroke

    • B Front Crawl

  • District Championship, Any class, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Scout Network:

  • Front Crawl

  • Backstroke

  • Breaststroke

  • District Championship, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Adults:

  • Front Crawl

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