Plymouth Scouts

Devon Scouts County Roadshow
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Blindman’s Wood
🎪 The County Roadshow is Coming to Plymouth! 🎪📅 Wednesday 15th October 2025🕖 7:00pm – 9:00pm📍 Location: Blindman’s Wood
We’re excited to announce that the County Scouts Team – including members of the County Team and Board of Trustees – will be visiting Plymouth District as part of their Roadshow!
This is a brilliant opportunity for young people, leaders, trustees, and parents to come along, get to know the faces behind the County, and hear about all the exciting plans for 2025/26.
🌟 What’s on offer?🧗 Climbing Wall🥏 Frisbee Golf🏹 Soft Archery (subject to availability)🍭 Tuck Shop (bring a few pennies!)💬 Advice from the County Learning Team📢 Info on future County events & opportunities
Whether you’re brand new to Scouts or have been with us for years, this is a night not to miss. Come along, get involved, ask questions, and most importantly—have fun!

Plymouth Scouts AGM - 17th September 2025
2025-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Blindman’s Wood
You’re Invited to the Plymouth Scouts AGM!
📅 Date: 17th September 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Blindman’s Wood Scout Centre
Come together with the Plymouth Scouts Board of Trustees, Scout Council, and dedicated volunteers as we reflect on the past year, review our finances, discuss governance, and explore exciting plans for the future. Your voice matters—join us for an evening of insight and collaboration

Squirrelfest 2025
2025-08-09 10:00 - 2025-08-10 10:00 | Blindman’s Wood
We’re launching SquirrelFest – Squirrels District Fun Day & Camp
9th August – 10th August
Fun day event only or join our overnight camp
Costs TBC
Lots of fun activities including archery and climbing tower!

Ski Slope Open Day | Plymouth Scouts Attending
2025-08-02 | Plymouth Snowsports Centre, Alpine Park, Plymouth, PL6 8LW, United Kingdom
Plymouth Scouts Volunteers will be attending Plymouth Ski Centre’s Open Day, come and join us for lots of fun activities!
Plymouth Snowsports Centre

Armed Forces Day | Plymouth Scouts Attending
2025-06-28 | The Hoe, Plymouth, Hoe Road, PL1 2JU, United Kingdom
​Plymouth Armed Forces Day, in association with Babcock, will return to Plymouth Hoe on Saturday 28 June 2025.
Armed Forces Day is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to come along and show their support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community from currently serving troops to reservists, veterans, cadets and their families.
​This year’s line-up will see audiences wowed by the all-day arena and stage programme, parades, hands-on displays and challenges, military vehicles and equipment, thrilling demonstrations and entertainment.

First Response Teignbridge
2025-06-22 10:00 - 16:30 | Teignbridge Scout Head Quarters, Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1JQ, Teignbridge Scout Head Quarters, Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1JQ, United Kingdom
Details

A Scout First Response course for scouting volunteers. This 6 hour first aid course covers the requirements of the Scout Associations training scheme. During the day there will be some practical exercises which involve kneeling on the floor. If you are not able to complete these exercises the Association require that you talk an instructor through them.

Instructions

Tea and coffee etc. will be provided but please bring your own lunch.
If you are unsure about anything, please contact us on firstaid@devonscouts.org.uk so we can advise you.
To book a place please sign up below. Places will be strictly limited to 12.
Parking is in the public Pay and Display Car Park in front of the building (Ringo)
Register >>

First Response Tavistock
2025-06-22 10:00 - 16:30 | 1st Tavistock Scout Group, Pixon Lane, Tavistock, PL19 9AZ, 1st Tavistock Scout Group, Pixon Lane, Tavistock, PL19 9AZ, United Kingdom

District Board of Trustees Meeting - 18th June 2025
2025-06-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Blindman’s Wood
Plymouth Scouts District Board of Trustees Meetings
These meetings, open exclusively to Board of Trustees members, provide a dedicated space to discuss governance, finances, strategy, and key decisions shaping the future of Plymouth Scouts. Trustees work together to ensure the district operates effectively, upholding its mission and values.

First Response Plymouth
2025-06-08 10:00 - 16:30 | 1st Crownhill Scout Group, 24 Dayton Close, Plymouth, PL6 5DX, 1st Crownhill Scout Group, 24 Dayton Close, Plymouth, PL6 5DX

Supporting Neurodiversity Webinar - 22nd May (part 4)
2025-05-22 19:00 - 20:00
Mental Health: Supporting young people and leaders with Neurodiversity
We’re pleased to launch a series of webinars for all volunteers focused on Neurodiversity and Special Education Needs (SEN).
One of the most common questions we get asked as the UK Inclusion team is how to support our Neurodiverse young people and leaders and we hope these series of webinars will provide you with the tools to support you.
The webinars will focus on a range of different subjects including programme and mental health.

Tug-of-War 2025
2025-05-18 10:30 - 16:00 | Ernesettle Scout Hut, Rochford Crescent, Plymouth, PL5 2PY
It’s back! One of Plymouth Scouts most iconic events – The Tug of War!
Hosted by 31st Plymouth Scout Group in Ernesettle, the whole of Plymouth’s Scouting young people and their leaders and families are invited for an exceptionally fun day out.
Registration: 10:30am
First Pull: 11am (Squirrels welcome all day, but not pulling until 1pm)
£1 per person entry fee to pull
Refreshments on sale.

First Response Plympton
2025-05-18 10:00 - 16:30 | 3rd Plympton (Woodford) Scout Group, Greenway Avenue, Plympton PL7 4RR, Woolsery Primary School,, Woolfardisworthy, Bideford, EX39 5QS

Supporting Neurodiversity Webinar - 15th May (part 3)
2025-05-15 19:00 - 20:00
Programme: Making reasonable adjustments to support inclusion

We’re pleased to launch a series of webinars for all volunteers focused on Neurodiversity and Special Education Needs (SEN).
One of the most common questions we get asked as the UK Inclusion team is how to support our Neurodiverse young people and leaders and we hope these series of webinars will provide you with the tools to support you.
The webinars will focus on a range of different subjects including programme and mental health.

First Response Torbay
2025-05-11 10:00 - 16:30 | Torbay 10th Sea & Land Scouts, Torbay 10th Sea & Land Scouts, Walls Hill Quarry 214 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, TQ1 3TA, United Kingdom

Ten Tors
2025-05-09 - 2025-05-11
As we do every year, we have a group of exceptional Explorers entering this years’ Ten Tors challenge. The event will be taking place 9th – 11th May and any supporters are welcome to come and cheer the teams across the finish line!

Supporting Neurodiversity Webinar - 8th May (part 2)
2025-05-08 19:00 - 20:00
Supporting Neurodiversity, SEN and Behaviour in your group

We’re pleased to launch a series of webinars for all volunteers focused on Neurodiversity and Special Education Needs (SEN).
One of the most common questions we get asked as the UK Inclusion team is how to support our Neurodiverse young people and leaders and we hope these series of webinars will provide you with the tools to support you.
The webinars will focus on a range of different subjects including programme and mental health.

GLV Meeting - May 2025
2025-05-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Blindman’s Wood
Join us for our next Group Lead Volunteer and District Lead Volunteer Teams Meeting on Wednesday 7th May at 7pm.

Ski Slope Fiver Day | Plymouth Scouts Attending
2025-05-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Plymouth Snowsports Centre, Alpine Park, Plymouth, PL6 8LW, United Kingdom
Plymouth Ski Centre are hosting their infamous Fiver Day again this year, and Plymouth Scouts will be attending with an activity and there to sign you up if you’re interested in pursuing scouting, or know someone who is.
Come along and say hi and enjoy an affordable day out at the slope too!

31st Ernesettle Scouts Craft Fair - May 2025
2025-05-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Ernesettle Scout Hut, Rochford Crescent, Plymouth, PL5 2PY
Monthly Craft Fayre – Now Serving Breakfast!
📅 The 1st Sunday of Every Month!🕙 10:00am – 1:00pm📍 Ernesettle Scout Hut, off Rochford Crescent, PL5 2PY
Kickstart your month with a visit to our fantastic Craft Fayre, held on the first Sunday of each month! Browse an array of amazing local craft stalls, enjoy a friendly community atmosphere, and now… grab a delicious breakfast!
🥓 New This Month – Breakfast Deal! ☕Enjoy a bacon or sausage bap + a hot drink for just £2.50 – the perfect way to fuel your morning while supporting a great local event.
💙 Supporting Our CommunityEvery fayre helps raise funds for our local Scout group and community projects, so your support truly makes a difference!
Come for the crafts, stay for the company, and enjoy a warm breakfast with us. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️

Supporting Neurodiversity Webinar - 1st May (part 1)
2025-05-01 19:00 - 20:00
An Introduction to Neurodiversity and SEN: Tools and strategies to support our young people
We’re pleased to launch a series of webinars for all volunteers focused on Neurodiversity and Special Education Needs (SEN).
One of the most common questions we get asked as the UK Inclusion team is how to support our Neurodiverse young people and leaders and we hope these series of webinars will provide you with the tools to support you.
The webinars will focus on a range of different subjects including programme and mental health.

St George's Day 2025
2025-04-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Plymouth Argyle Home Park, Mayflower Drive, Plymouth, PL2 3DQ, United Kingdom
Plymouth Scouts St George’s Day – Sunday 27th April 2025
Home Park Stadium, Plymouth Argyle
1:00pm: Young people arrive.
1:20pm: Parade assembles
1:30pm: Parade
2pm: Promise Renewals
Followed by free choice of activities
4pm: Close
Notes:

The climbing wall is expected to be very busy. Young people awarded Chief Scout or Top Awards will have first priority. They will be issued with a gold band (to be given to relevant young people by their group/section leaders)
All non-uniformed adults and parents staying in the stadium will be required to wear a coloured wristband for security purposes. The entrance will be manned at all times.
No young person will be allowed to leave without an adult.
SASU will provide refreshments free of charge for volunteers and young people, though donations are welcome – please bring cash.
The event will conclude at 4:00pm, with pick-up times no later than 4:15pm.
Assistance with clearing and cleaning Home Park would be greatly appreciated.

Heroes in Action | Plymouth Scouts Attending
2025-04-13 10:30 - 13:30 | Plymouth Argyle Home Park, Mayflower Drive, Plymouth, PL2 3DQ, United Kingdom
13th April 2025

10:30 Gate open
13:30 Event close

Free To Attend

Join us on Sunday, 13 April between 10:30am – 1pm and discover the world of everyday heroes. We will be joined by emergency service teams, Royal Navy personnel, the Air Ambulance, the RNLI, and many more as we celebrate the incredible work they do to keep our communities safe.
There will be loads of activities, including:
Presentation of emergency vehicles, with the opportunity to climb aboard and learn more about the insides of the vehicle
Get hands-on with safety demonstrations
Meeting firefighters, police officers, and more
Pilgrim Pete will also be joining in the fun during the event.
You can enjoy delicious ice cream, food, and drink during the event to keep the energy up.
Tickets for this event are FREE, but still require booking in advance from ArgyleTickets.com. Click here to secure your place.
Bookings will also include a free ticket to the Argyle Women’s crucial match versus AFC Wimbledon (kick-off 2pm).

District Board of Trustee Meeting - 9th April 2025
2025-04-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Blindman’s Wood

31st Ernesettle Scout Craft Fair - April 2025
2025-04-06 10:00 - 13:00

First Response. Bideford. - 15th March 2025
2025-03-15 09:45 - 16:15 | Woolsery Primary School, Bideford EX39 5QS, Woolsery Primary School, Bideford, EX39 5QS
Devon Scouts are pleased to offer a F2F First Response training course in North Devon.
This event is to be held at Woolsery Primary School, Bideford EX39 5QS on Saturday 15th March 2025.
Refreshments will be provided but please bring your own lunch.
Please note occasional helpers do not require first response training at this time. If you are not sure, please contact us so we can advise you.
If you are interested, please sign up below, places will be strictly limited to 12.

Group Lead Volunteer Meeting - 5th March 2025
2025-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Blindman’s Wood
Group Lead Volunteers are invited to meet with the new District Lead Volunteer Team at Blindman’s Wood to discuss where Plymouth District are heading, upcoming events, and welcome discussions from groups across the city. If you can not attend as GLV, please send someone else in your place.

Gang Show
2025-02-27 - 2025-03-01 | Devonport Playhouse Theatre, C Fore St, Devonport, Plymouth, PL1 4DW, United Kingdom
Come and watch Plymouth Scouts and Guide Gangshow between February 27th and March 1st at Devonport Playhouse Theatre. Email plymouthscoutandguidegangshow@gmail.com to find out more or book tickets.
Follow Gang show on Facebook here >>

First Response. Plymouth. - 16th February 2025
2025-02-16 10:00 - 16:30 | 1st Crownhill Scout Group, 24 Dayton Close, Plymouth, PL6 5DX, 1st Crownhill Scout Group, 24 Dayton Close, Plymouth, PL6 5DX
Details

A Scout First Response course for scouting volunteers. This 6 hour first aid course covers the requirements of the Scout Associations training scheme. During the day there will be some practical exercises which involve kneeling on the floor. If you are not able to complete these exercises the Association require that you talk an instructor through them.

Instructions

Tea and coffee etc. will be provided but please bring your own lunch.
If you are unsure about anything, please contact us on firstaid@devonscouts.org.uk so we can advise you.
To book a place please sign up here. Places will be strictly limited to 12.

First Response. Barnstaple. North Devon
2025-02-15 09:45 - 16:15 | 1st Fremington Scout Group, Seaking Road, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31, 1st Fremington Scout Group,Seaking Road,, Fremington, Barnstaple, EX31, United Kingdom

First Response. Exeter.
2025-02-07 08:00 - 17:00 | 2nd Exeter Scout Group, South Lawn Terrace, Heavitree, Exeter, EX1 2SN, 2nd Exeter Scout Group, South Lawn Terrace, Heavitree, Exeter, EX1 2SN
Details

A Scout First Response course for scouting volunteers. This 6 hour first aid course covers the requirements of the Scout Associations training scheme. During the day there will be some practical exercises which involve kneeling on the floor. If you are not able to complete these exercises the Association require that you talk an instructor through them.

Instructions

Tea and coffee etc. will be provided but please bring your own lunch.
If you are unsure about anything, please contact us on firstaid@devonscouts.org.uk so we can advise you.
To book a place please sign up here. Places will be strictly limited to 12.
Parking is in the public Pay and Display Car Park in front of the building (Ringo)
