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🎉 Tug of War 2025 – What a Day! 🎉

A massive shoutout to all the amazing leaders, helpers, parents/carers, and young people from:

9th/21st Plymouth, 27th Plymouth, 31st Plymouth, 35th Plymouth, 59th Plymouth, 1st Keyham, 1st Stonehouse
And a big thank you to our District Lead Volunteer 🙌

Your energy, enthusiasm, and team spirit made today’s TUG OF WAR 2025 an absolutely fantastic event! The cheering, the laughter, the friendly rivalry — we couldn’t have asked for a better day! 💪💥

✨ And now… the results! ✨
🏆 WINNERS

• Squirrel Scouts: 59th Plymouth + 1st Keyham
• Beaver Scouts: 31st Plymouth
• Cub Scouts: 1st Keyham Bears
• Scouts: 9th/21st Plymouth

🥈 RUNNERS-UP

• Squirrel Scouts: 31st / 35th Plymouth
• Beaver Scouts: 1st Keyham ‘A’
• Cub Scouts: 31st Plymouth
• Scouts: 1st Keyham ‘A’

Well done to every team who pulled with heart and had fun doing it 👏👏👏

On Founders’ Day, members of 1st Stonehouse and Joe from 19th Plymouth had the privilege of visiting Parkwood Nursing Home to meet Barbara, a lifelong Scouter with a deep passion for the movement.

Joe had reached out to share Barbara’s story, explaining how Scouting has been a central part of her life and how she still enjoys sharing her memories with her carers. In response, a visit was arranged to spend time with Barbara and bring a touch of Scouting spirit to her day.

During the visit, the Scouts and residents took part in Easter crafts, clay painting, and a lively game of bingo, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere. The highlight of the day came when Barbara was invited to become an honorary member of 1st Stonehouse—an offer she was thrilled to accept. Joe led the investiture, marking a truly special moment in celebration of her lifelong dedication to Scouting.

A huge thank you goes out to the leaders, young people, Parkwood carers, residents, Barbara’s daughter Debbie, and of course, Barbara herself for making this event so meaningful. The Scouts are already looking forward to their next visit and continuing this wonderful connection.

This heartwarming event was a perfect way to celebrate Founders’ Day, embracing the values of friendship, community, and the enduring spirit of Scouting. ⚜️

Teddy, a member of 5 9 Seaton’s Cubs pack, has amassed an impressive 100 miles on foot and wheel to raise over £400 for The National Autistic Society. What an incredible achievement! His fundraising link is still live too, so if you can spare a penny to help Teddy, please do so below. Check out what Teddy had to say about his endeavours.

I’m Teddy. I found out this year that I am autistic. That means my brain works a bit differently from everybody else. That’s what motivated me to take on a challenge to cover 100 miles in the month of October. The challenge was developed by the National Autistic Society. I rode my bike and I walked to complete the challenge. I ended up doing 105 miles in total! I raised £405 for the National Autistic Society. And I learned that I like riding my bike more than I knew!

Click here to donate to Teddy’s fundraiser

Initially visiting for Plymouth Scouts Steam It Up 2024 at Plym Valley Railway, the Devon Scouts Climbing wall has been in operation for several evenings to allow as many young people as possible the opportunity to climb.
Hosted by teams from 9th/21st Plymouth and 1st Stonehouse, young people from across the city visited the wall for a chance for an adventure!

Achieving all 38 activity badges in Cubs is no easy feat, but George Wilson-Hardy of 1st Keyham Scout Group has achieved all 38, plus 14 of the 15 staged activity badges and the collection of 7 Challenge badges, culminating is receiving his Chief Scout Silver Award at the 1st Keyham AGM on Friday 20th September by Deputy District Commissioner, Paul Roberts. Congratulations George!

Sunday 15th September saw Plymouth Scouts return to Plym Valley Railway for an exciting day of adventure and fun!
With the county climbing wall, inflatables, crazy golf, miniature railway and much more besides, the event welcomed over 500 people!
With huge thanks to organising group 9th/21st Plymouth and supporting groups 59 Seaton & 1st Stonehouse!

🌟 Together for Childhood Plymouth Celebrates Healthy Relationships Badge with Local Scouts! 🌟

On Wednesday 16th October, Together for Childhood Plymouth was thrilled to attend the second Healthy Relationships badge presentation at the 31st Plymouth Ernesettle Scouts Group. The Beavers section earned their badge by engaging in activities focused on friendship and kindness, showing their commitment to building positive relationships.

It was a heartwarming evening, with parents, carers, and group leaders coming together to celebrate the Beavers’ achievements. And to top it all off, there was a special guest appearance from Pantosaurus!

We’re excited to continue this important work with the other scout sections in the coming months, helping even more young people learn about the value of healthy relationships! 🌟

While all of Plymouth’s 4-6 year olds work incredibly hard, it can’t be more true than for that of 59 Seaton’s, Milo! He has become the proud inaugural Squirrel recipient of ALL 13 activity badges, in addition to his 4 Challenge badges, several staged activity badges (including 4 nights away!) and of course his Chief Scout Acorn Award! This is a superb achievement and a testament to the hard work he has committed to his first years in Scouting. Huge Congratulations Milo!