INFORMATION ABOUT SCOUTING
Parents, guardians, carers
Parents, guardians, carers
Parents have a key role in supporting Scouting activities and we welcome the interest of all involved. Normally your first source of information will be with your local group or District, but you can also contact the Region, particularly about matters for which we provide specific support.
Many parents volunteer to help us, either in a uniformed role, as a helper, or on the various executive committees. If you feel you have even a little time to offer, please speak to one of your local contacts, or go to our Join us! page.
For more information about the different roles, see our page for adult volunteers.
FAQ for parents
Where do I buy the uniform/necker?
Whilst there are a number of shops around that stock Scout uniform, it is best to check with your section leader where they suggest you buy from and what to buy.
What does Scouting cost?
Prices vary from location to location. The usual practice is to collect this through a termly subscription with additional costs for activities, events, trips and camps. Speak with the local section leader to find out specific costs.
Is there a waiting list at my local Group?
Waiting lists vary from location to location. Please go to: http://scouts.org.uk/get-involved/. Enter your postcode first, click "go", click "Yes, contact me", fill in your details and finally click "send". This information will be sent to a Scout contact in our...
Where do the badges go on the uniform?
The placement of badges on uniform varies between sections. The PDF diagrams below should help. Beavers Cubs Scouts Explorer Scouts...
What are the age limits for Scouts?
Please go to the section information pages on our website, here are the links: Beavers Cubs Scouts Explorer Scouts...
How do I get my child involved with the Scouts?
Please go to: http://scouts.org.uk/get-involved/. Enter your postcode first, click “go”, click “Yes, contact me”, fill in your details and finally click “send”. This information will be sent to a Scout contact in our Region who will send you contact details for your...
How do I volunteer with the Scouts?
Please go to: http://scouts.org.uk/get-involved/. Enter your postcode first, click “go”, click “Yes, contact me”, fill in your details and finally click “send”. This information will be sent to a Scout contact in our Region who will then contact you to get a bit more...