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The 1st Bury St Edmunds Scout Group holds a registration certificate dated to [[5 February]], 1908, and the Group claims to be the oldest surviving Scout Group in England.<ref> [http://www.1stburymayorsown.btik.com/ 1st Bury St Edmunds (Mayor's Own)]</ref> However, this claim is not currently upheld by The Scout Association.<ref name="tsa_first_tps">{{cite web | title = The First Troops | publisher = The Scout Association | month = August | year = 2006 | url = http://www.scoutbase.org.uk/library/hqdocs/facts/pdfs/fs295303.pdf | format = pdf | accessdate = 2007-02-21}}</ref> | The 1st Bury St Edmunds Scout Group holds a registration certificate dated to [[5 February]], 1908, and the Group claims to be the oldest surviving Scout Group in England.<ref> [http://www.1stburymayorsown.btik.com/ 1st Bury St Edmunds (Mayor's Own)]</ref> However, this claim is not currently upheld by The Scout Association.<ref name="tsa_first_tps">{{cite web | title = The First Troops | publisher = The Scout Association | month = August | year = 2006 | url = http://www.scoutbase.org.uk/library/hqdocs/facts/pdfs/fs295303.pdf | format = pdf | accessdate = 2007-02-21}}</ref> | ||
1st Southwold Scout Group was established in 1908 and claims to be the first Scout group established in Suffolk. 1st Reydon and 1st Wrentham in Suffolk also existed in 1908. | 1st Southwold Scout Group was established in 1908 and claims to be the first Scout group established in Suffolk. 1st Reydon and 1st Wrentham in Suffolk also existed in 1908. In Norfolk, 1st Norwich Sea Scouts<ref>[http://firstnorwichseascouts.co.uk/group/History/index.php 1st Norwich Sea Scouts]</ref> and 1st Dereham Scout Group<ref>[http://www.geocities.com/yosemite/rapids/4524/1st_troops.html First Scout Troops]</ref> both claim to have been founded in 1908, making them some of the earliest Scout groups to have formed. | ||
The [[21st World Scout Jamboree]], celebrating 100 years of Scouting, was held at Chelmsford in Essex between [[27 July]] and [[8 August]] 2007.<ref name="jamb">[http://www.thejamboree.org 21st World Scout Jamboree]</ref> | The [[21st World Scout Jamboree]], celebrating 100 years of Scouting, was held at Chelmsford in Essex between [[27 July]] and [[8 August]] 2007.<ref name="jamb">[http://www.thejamboree.org 21st World Scout Jamboree]</ref> | ||
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== The Scout Association Counties == | == The Scout Association Counties == | ||
The Scout Association in East of England is administered through seven [[Scout Counties]] | The Scout Association in East of England is administered through seven [[Scout Counties (The Scout Association)|Scout Counties]] | ||
=== Bedfordshire Scout County === | === Bedfordshire Scout County === | ||
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|[[Image:Bedfordshirescoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Bedfordshire''']] | |[[Image:Bedfordshirescoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Bedfordshire''']] | ||
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'''Bedfordshire Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties|Scout County]] of | '''Bedfordshire Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties (The Scout Association)|Scout County]] of [[the Scout Association]] of the United Kingdom. It is concurrent with the political county of [[Bedfordshire]], and provides [[Scouting]] opportunities for young people and adults in the area around [[Bedford]], [[Luton]], and [[Dunstable]].<ref> [http://www.bedfordshirescouts.org.uk/ Bedfordshire County Scout County]</ref> | ||
The badge worn by members of the Bedfordshire Scout County shows a red falcon on a yellow background. The current version of the badge was phased in over a ten year period, starting in the early 1980s. It replaced a previous version which had either a silver or gold falcon on a green background. | The badge worn by members of the Bedfordshire Scout County shows a red falcon on a yellow background. The current version of the badge was phased in over a ten year period, starting in the early 1980s. It replaced a previous version which had either a silver or gold falcon on a green background. | ||
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|[[Image:Cambridgeshirescoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Cambridgeshire''']] | |[[Image:Cambridgeshirescoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Cambridgeshire''']] | ||
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'''Cambridgeshire Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties|Scout County]] of | '''Cambridgeshire Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties (The Scout Association)|Scout County]] of [[the Scout Association]] of the United Kingdom. It is concurrent with the political county of [[Cambridgeshire]], and provides [[Scouting]] opportunities for young people and adults in the area.<ref> [http://www.cambridgeshirescouts.org.uk/ Cambridgeshire Scout County]</ref> | ||
Scouts in Peterborough were given the | Scouts in Peterborough were given the Freedom of the City in April 2007. This is the first occasion in Britain when Scouts have received this type of award. | ||
The badge worn by members of the Cambridgeshire Scout County is unusual in its design, as it is shaped as a shield rather than the more standard rectangle. The elements on the badge represent towns covered by the Scout County, the cross-keys representing Peterborough.<ref>[http://www.civicheraldry.co.uk/cambs.html Heraldry of Cambridgeshire]</ref> | The badge worn by members of the Cambridgeshire Scout County is unusual in its design, as it is shaped as a shield rather than the more standard rectangle. The elements on the badge represent towns covered by the Scout County, the cross-keys representing Peterborough.<ref>[http://www.civicheraldry.co.uk/cambs.html Heraldry of Cambridgeshire]</ref> | ||
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|[[Image:Essex Scout County (The Scout Association).png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Essex''']] | |[[Image:Essex Scout County (The Scout Association).png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Essex''']] | ||
[[Image:Essex Scout County flag (The Scout Association).png|thumb|140px]] | [[Image:Essex Scout County flag (The Scout Association).png|thumb|140px]] | ||
'''Essex Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties|Scout County]] of the [[the Scout Association]] in the United Kingdom.<ref> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/ Essex Scout County]</ref> | '''Essex Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties (The Scout Association)|Scout County]] of the [[the Scout Association]] in the United Kingdom.<ref> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/ Essex Scout County]</ref> | ||
Chelmsford in Essex was the location for the 21st World Scout Jamboree, held between the 27th July to 8 August 2007.<ref name="jamb"/> The Chelmsford District had a number of special events.<ref> [http://www.chelmsford2007.org.uk Scouting centenary events in Chelmsford and District, home of the 21st World Scout Jamboree]</ref> By 2007 there were 16,000 members in Essex Scouting covering every community in the county. | |||
The County HQ is at the Thriftwood Training Centre.<ref name="thriftwood"> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/campsites/countyhq.php Thriftwood - Essex County Scout Council County Headquarters & Training Centre]</ref> | The County HQ is at the Thriftwood Training Centre.<ref name="thriftwood"> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/campsites/countyhq.php Thriftwood - Essex County Scout Council County Headquarters & Training Centre]</ref> | ||
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There is an Essex Scout County Caving Team to train Scouts in [[Caving]].<ref> [http://www.ecsct.org/index.php Essex Scout County Caving Team]</ref> | There is an Essex Scout County Caving Team to train Scouts in [[Caving]].<ref> [http://www.ecsct.org/index.php Essex Scout County Caving Team]</ref> | ||
The badge worn by members of the Essex Scout County shows the heraldry of the regional county of | The badge worn by members of the Essex Scout County shows the heraldry of the regional county of Essex of "Gules three Seaxes fessewise in pale Argent pomels and hilts Or points to the sinister and cutting edges upwards.".<ref>[http://www.civicheraldry.co.uk/essex.html Heraldry of Essex]</ref> | ||
The County is currently divided into twenty [[Scout District]]s:<ref> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/districts/index.php Essex Scout County Districts]</ref> | The County is currently divided into twenty [[Scout District]]s:<ref> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/districts/index.php Essex Scout County Districts]</ref> | ||
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*[[Brentwood, Essex|Brentwood]] | *[[Brentwood, Essex|Brentwood]] | ||
*[[Castle Point]] | *[[Castle Point]] | ||
* | *Chelmsford | ||
* | *Colchester Estuary | ||
*Colchester North | *Colchester North | ||
*Crouch Valley | *Crouch Valley | ||
*[[Halstead]] and Colne Valley | *[[Halstead]] and Colne Valley | ||
*[[Harlow]] | *[[Harlow]] | ||
* | *Hatfield Forest | ||
*[[Maldon, Essex|Maldon]] and East Essex | *[[Maldon, Essex|Maldon]] and East Essex | ||
*Royal Forest | *Royal Forest | ||
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| location = Devereux Farm, [[Kirby-le-Soken]], | | location = Devereux Farm, [[Kirby-le-Soken]], Essex | ||
| country = United Kingdom | | country = United Kingdom | ||
| f-date = 2008-07-26 to 2008-08-02 | | f-date = 2008-07-26 to 2008-08-02 | ||
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|[[Image:Hertfordshirescoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Hertfordshire''']] | |[[Image:Hertfordshirescoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Hertfordshire''']] | ||
'''Hertfordshire Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties|Scout County]] of [[the Scout Association]] in the United Kingdom covering the [[County]] of [[Hertfordshire]].<ref> [http://www.hertfordshirescouts.org.uk Hertfordshire Scout County]</ref> | '''Hertfordshire Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties (The Scout Association)|Scout County]] of [[the Scout Association]] in the United Kingdom covering the [[County]] of [[Hertfordshire]].<ref> [http://www.hertfordshirescouts.org.uk Hertfordshire Scout County]</ref> | ||
The badge worn by members of the Hertfordshire Scout County shows a | The badge worn by members of the Hertfordshire Scout County shows a hart on a blue background, which is based on the heraldry of the regional county of [[Hertfordshire]].<ref>[http://www.civicheraldry.co.uk/herts.html Heraldry of Hertfordshire]</ref> | ||
There are 18 [[Scout District]]s | There are 18 [[Scout District]]s | ||
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[[Hertfordshire|Herts]] Peak Assault is a navigational and teamwork challenge for Explorer and Network Scouts, held at a different location each year. Groups must navigate their way around, visiting 'checkpoints' within the given time limit. | [[Hertfordshire|Herts]] Peak Assault is a navigational and teamwork challenge for Explorer and Network Scouts, held at a different location each year. Groups must navigate their way around, visiting 'checkpoints' within the given time limit. | ||
*2006: 13 - 15 October 2006 [[Howgill Fells]], ( | *2006: 13 - 15 October 2006 [[Howgill Fells]], (Sedbergh) Cumbria | ||
*2007: 12 - 14 October 2007 [[Northen Fells]], ([[Caldbeck]]) | *2007: 12 - 14 October 2007 [[Northen Fells]], ([[Caldbeck]]) Cumbria | ||
*2008: 17 - 19 October 2008 [[Llanthony]], | *2008: 17 - 19 October 2008 [[Llanthony]], Black Mountains, Wales | ||
=== Norfolk Scout County === | === Norfolk Scout County === | ||
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|[[Image:Norfolkscouts.jpeg|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Norfolk''']] | |[[Image:Norfolkscouts.jpeg|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Norfolk''']] | ||
'''Norfolk Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties|Scout County]] of [[the Scout Association]] in the United Kingdom, covering the county of | '''Norfolk Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties (The Scout Association)|Scout County]] of [[the Scout Association]] in the United Kingdom, covering the county of Norfolk.<ref name="norfolk">[http://www.norfolkscouts.org.uk/ Norfolk Scout County]</ref> | ||
There is a Norfolk Scout Canoe Team.<ref> [http://www.nsct.co.uk/cms.php?pageid=1 Norfolk Scout Canoe Team]</ref> | There is a Norfolk Scout Canoe Team.<ref> [http://www.nsct.co.uk/cms.php?pageid=1 Norfolk Scout Canoe Team]</ref> | ||
The badge worn by members of the Norfolk Scout County shows the shield crest from the heraldry of the regional county of | The badge worn by members of the Norfolk Scout County shows the shield crest from the heraldry of the regional county of Norfolk. The current version of the badge has a light green background, whilst earlier versions had been black.<ref>[http://www.civicheraldry.co.uk/norfolk.html Heraldry of Norfolk]</ref> | ||
The Norfolk Scout County is divided into nine [[Scout District]]s:<ref> [http://www.norfolkscouts.org.uk/pages/districts.htm Norfolk Scout County Districts]</ref> | The Norfolk Scout County is divided into nine [[Scout District]]s:<ref> [http://www.norfolkscouts.org.uk/pages/districts.htm Norfolk Scout County Districts]</ref> | ||
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*Central Norfolk | *Central Norfolk | ||
*North East Norfolk | *North East Norfolk | ||
*Northern | *Northern Norwich | ||
*Eastern Norwich | *Eastern Norwich | ||
*East Norfolk | *East Norfolk | ||
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| location = Royal Norfolk Showground, | | location = Royal Norfolk Showground, Norfolk | ||
| country = United Kingdom | | country = United Kingdom | ||
| f-date = 2006-07-29 to 2006-08-05 | | f-date = 2006-07-29 to 2006-08-05 | ||
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|[[Image:Suffolkscoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Suffolk''']] | |[[Image:Suffolkscoutcounty.png|thumb|100px|Scout County badge for '''Suffolk''']] | ||
'''Suffolk Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties|Scout County]] of | '''Suffolk Scout County''' is a [[Scout Counties (The Scout Association)|Scout County]] of [[the Scout Association]] of the United Kingdom. It is concurrent with the political county of [[Suffolk]].<ref> [http://www.suffolkscouts.org.uk/ Suffolk Scout County]</ref> | ||
The badge worn by members of the Suffolk Scout County shows a crown "enfiled by a pair of Arrows in saltire points downwards", which is an element from the heraldry of the regional county of [[Suffolk]]. The pierced crown relates to the martyrdom of [[Saint Edmund]] by the Danes in 849.<ref>[http://www.civicheraldry.co.uk/suffolk.html Heraldry of Suffolk]</ref> | The badge worn by members of the Suffolk Scout County shows a crown "enfiled by a pair of Arrows in saltire points downwards", which is an element from the heraldry of the regional county of [[Suffolk]]. The pierced crown relates to the martyrdom of [[Saint Edmund]] by the Danes in 849.<ref>[http://www.civicheraldry.co.uk/suffolk.html Heraldry of Suffolk]</ref> | ||
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== Pathfinder Scouts Association and Rover Explorer Scout Association == | == Pathfinder Scouts Association and Rover Explorer Scout Association == | ||
The [[Pathfinder Scouts Association]] operates the 1st Bedfordshire Scout Troop at [[Houghton Regis]], Bedfordshire<ref>[http://groups.msn.com/PathfinderScouts Pathfinder Scout Association] | The [[Pathfinder Scouts Association]] operates the 1st Bedfordshire Scout Troop at [[Houghton Regis]], Bedfordshire<ref>[http://groups.msn.com/PathfinderScouts Pathfinder Scout Association]</ref>, while the Rover Explorer Scout Association operates a Rover Crew in [[Lowestoft]], Suffolk.<ref>[http://groups.msn.com/RoverExplorerScoutsAssociation/_whatsnew.msnw Rover Explorer Scout Association]</ref> | ||
== European Scout Federation (British Association) == | == European Scout Federation (British Association) == | ||
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==== The Leslie Sell County Scout Training and Activity Centre ==== | ==== The Leslie Sell County Scout Training and Activity Centre ==== | ||
This campsite is near the village of [[Bromham]], {{#ifeq:|on|<span style="display:none">{{padleft:4|16|0}}</span>}}{{convert/ | This campsite is near the village of [[Bromham]], {{#ifeq:|on|<span style="display:none">{{padleft:4|16|0}}</span>}}{{convert/{{#ifeq:|chain|and/chain|LoffAoffDbSoff}}|4|{{#ifeq:{{#expr:km*0}}|0|0}}|km||||s=|r={{#ifeq:{{{sp}}}|us|er|re}}|d=LoffAoffDbSoff | ||
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|j=3.607117796-0}} of woodland on the site, offering a variety of camping locations.<ref>[http://www.bedfordshirescouts.org.uk/new/bromham.htm The Leslie Sell County Scout Training and Activity Centre]</ref> As well as the camping areas, there are a small number of buildings offering accommodation and training facilities. The site offers a number of activities, including pioneering, [[archery]], and [[Air gun|air rifle]] shooting. | |||
==== District Campsites ==== | ==== District Campsites ==== | ||
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*Thriftwood County Training Centre.<ref name="thriftwood"/> | *Thriftwood County Training Centre.<ref name="thriftwood"/> | ||
*Belchamps Scout Centre, managed by Castle Point, Crouch Valley, Southend Estuary and Southend West Scout Association Districts.<ref> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=8750 Recent News on Belchamps Scout Centre]</ref> | *Belchamps Scout Centre, managed by Castle Point, Crouch Valley, Southend Estuary and Southend West Scout Association Districts.<ref> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=8750 Recent News on Belchamps Scout Centre]</ref> | ||
*Skreens Park. The | *Skreens Park. The Essex County Scout Council Campsite and Activity Centre, located five miles (8 km) west of the County Town of Chelmsford, consists of {{#ifeq:|on|<span style="display:none">{{padleft:52|16|0}}</span>}}{{convert/LoffAoffDbSoffNa|52|{{#ifeq:{{#expr:m2*0}}|0|0}}|m2||s=|r={{#ifeq:{{{sp}}}|us|er|re}} | ||
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|j=3.607117796-0}} of historic parkland which is part of the original Skreens Manor. It is located within {{#ifeq:|on|<span style="display:none">{{padleft:2|16|0}}</span>}}{{convert/{{#ifeq:|chain|and/chain|LoffAoffDbSoff}}|2|{{#ifeq:{{#expr:km*0}}|0|0}}|km||||s=|r={{#ifeq:{{{sp}}}|us|er|re}}|d=LoffAoffDbSoff | |||
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|j=3.206648885-0}} of [[Hylands Park]], the site of the 2005 [[European Scout Jamboree]] and the [[21st World Scout Jamboree]].<ref> [http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/campsites/skreenspark.php/ Skreens Park Campsite]</ref> The Site hosts GiGA Camp, the largest activity camp for [[Scouts]] and [[Girl Guides]] in South [[East England]], with over 1,300 participants in 2006.<ref> [http://www.gigacamp.com/ GiGA Camp website]</ref> | |||
=== Hertfordshire === | === Hertfordshire === | ||
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*Chelmsford Gang Show.<ref>[http://www.chelmsfordgangshow.org.uk/home_guest.php Chelmsford Gang Show]</ref> | *Chelmsford Gang Show.<ref>[http://www.chelmsfordgangshow.org.uk/home_guest.php Chelmsford Gang Show]</ref> | ||
*Ipswich Scouts and Guides Gang Show.<ref> [http://www.bbc.co.uk/suffolk/content/articles/2005/03/14/preview_gang_show_event_feature.shtml BBC Report on Ipswich Scouts and Guides Gang Show]</ref> | *Ipswich Scouts and Guides Gang Show.<ref> [http://www.bbc.co.uk/suffolk/content/articles/2005/03/14/preview_gang_show_event_feature.shtml BBC Report on Ipswich Scouts and Guides Gang Show]</ref> | ||
*Southend Scout and Guide Gang Show. | *Southend Scout and Guide Gang Show. | ||
*Thurrock Gang Show.<ref>[http://www.thurrockgangshow.org Thurrock Gang Show]</ref> | *Thurrock Gang Show.<ref>[http://www.thurrockgangshow.org Thurrock Gang Show]</ref> | ||
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== References == | == References == | ||
{{Reflist|2}} | {{Reflist|2}} | ||
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== External links == | == External links == |
Latest revision as of 23:24, 31 December 2023
Scouting in East of England is about Scouting in the official region of East of England. It is largely represented by the Scout Association of the United Kingdom and some Groups of traditional Scouting including the Baden-Powell Scouts' Association.
There are two student associations at various universities in the region, each of which is affiliated to the Student Scout and Guide Organisation (SSAGO). These are Cambridge University Scout and Guide Club[1] and University of East Anglia SSAGO.[2]
History of Scouting in East of England
The 1st Bury St Edmunds Scout Group holds a registration certificate dated to 5 February, 1908, and the Group claims to be the oldest surviving Scout Group in England.[3] However, this claim is not currently upheld by The Scout Association.[4]
1st Southwold Scout Group was established in 1908 and claims to be the first Scout group established in Suffolk. 1st Reydon and 1st Wrentham in Suffolk also existed in 1908. In Norfolk, 1st Norwich Sea Scouts[5] and 1st Dereham Scout Group[6] both claim to have been founded in 1908, making them some of the earliest Scout groups to have formed.
The 21st World Scout Jamboree, celebrating 100 years of Scouting, was held at Chelmsford in Essex between 27 July and 8 August 2007.[7]
The Scout Association Counties
The Scout Association in East of England is administered through seven Scout Counties
Bedfordshire Scout County
Bedfordshire Scout County is a Scout County of the Scout Association of the United Kingdom. It is concurrent with the political county of Bedfordshire, and provides Scouting opportunities for young people and adults in the area around Bedford, Luton, and Dunstable.[8]
The badge worn by members of the Bedfordshire Scout County shows a red falcon on a yellow background. The current version of the badge was phased in over a ten year period, starting in the early 1980s. It replaced a previous version which had either a silver or gold falcon on a green background.
The County currently has 2 County Scout Networks (Bedfordshire County Scout Network & Bedfordshire Air Scout Network) and 5 Local Scout Networks [9]
The County is currently divided into nine Scout Districts.[10]
- Ampthill and Woburn
- Bedford [11]
- Biggleswade & District
- Dunstable
- Icknield (Luton)
- Lea Valley
- Leighton-Linslade
- Ouse Valley
- Someries (Luton)
Cambridgeshire Scout County
Cambridgeshire Scout County is a Scout County of the Scout Association of the United Kingdom. It is concurrent with the political county of Cambridgeshire, and provides Scouting opportunities for young people and adults in the area.[12]
Scouts in Peterborough were given the Freedom of the City in April 2007. This is the first occasion in Britain when Scouts have received this type of award.
The badge worn by members of the Cambridgeshire Scout County is unusual in its design, as it is shaped as a shield rather than the more standard rectangle. The elements on the badge represent towns covered by the Scout County, the cross-keys representing Peterborough.[13]
The County is currently divided into ten Scout Districts:[14]
- Cambridge District
- Cambridge Crafts Hill District
- Cromwell District
- Ely District
- Fenland District
- Granta District
- Hinchingbrooke District
- Medehamstede District
- Nene District
- Newmarket and District
Cambridgeshire Jamboree
In 2006 the Cambridgeshire Jamboree moved from the East of England Showground[15], in Peterborough, to the Huntingdon Racecourse[16]. CamJam 2006 was the fifth such jamboree to be arranged by Cambridgeshire Scout County.
On site activities included go-karts, a skate park, ice rink, a planetarium, climbing walls, radio controlled cars, caving and hot air balloons on two evenings. Other activities included archery, rifle shooting, model land yachts, car mechanics, scavenger hunt and model aircraft.[17]
Essex Scout County
Essex Scout County is a Scout County of the the Scout Association in the United Kingdom.[18] Chelmsford in Essex was the location for the 21st World Scout Jamboree, held between the 27th July to 8 August 2007.[7] The Chelmsford District had a number of special events.[19] By 2007 there were 16,000 members in Essex Scouting covering every community in the county. The County HQ is at the Thriftwood Training Centre.[20] There is an Essex Scout County Caving Team to train Scouts in Caving.[21] The badge worn by members of the Essex Scout County shows the heraldry of the regional county of Essex of "Gules three Seaxes fessewise in pale Argent pomels and hilts Or points to the sinister and cutting edges upwards.".[22] The County is currently divided into twenty Scout Districts:[23]
Essex International Jamboree
The Essex International Jamboree was first held in 1927 when it was visited by the Founder, and then Chief Scout, Sir Robert Baden-Powell. Essex have held jamborees every four years since 1952 and at their current site, Devereux Farm, Kirby-le-Soken, since 1996. Between 26 July and 2 August 2008, thousands of Scouts and Guides from Essex and beyond attended the Essex International Jamboree 2008. Over 8,000 participants and 2,000 staff attended the jamboree representing 30 different countries, including: Canada, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Ireland, Israel, Kenya, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Palestinian Territories, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Uganda, UK, USA and Zimbabwe. Another 4,000 people, including hundreds of Cub Scouts and Brownies were hosted for the jamboree open day.[24] The theme for 2008 was "The World's Endangered Animals" and included a strong emphasis for 'green issues' such as recycling and developing global links. In keeping with the theme, the site was sub-divided in to 10 sub-camps containing a mixture of UK and international Scouts and Guides, with a further sub-camp for staff. Each of the participant sub-camps was named after an animal that is at danger in the world. All of the animals could be found at the nearby Colchester Zoo, and each sub-camp became involved in the zoo’s adoption scheme as a lasting legacy of the event. The next Essex International Jamboree is due to take place in 2012. Hertfordshire Scout County
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