Children's activity clubs & classes

Squirrels - 4 to 6 years old

Squirrels can achieve anything they set their minds to – and they have lots of fun along the way.

The one-hour sessions will be a brilliant opportunity for young people to take their first step into being part of Scouts, and they'll help everyone get ready for the adventure of school too.

Sessions will be packed with outdoors activities, fun, games, badges, laughter, and so much more to help our youngest members learn the skills they need for life. Of course, none of it would be possible without the support of the amazing leaders who plan and deliver such an inspiring programme.

Our Squirrels meet on a Wed 16:30 -17:30

Beavers - 6 to 8 years old
Beavers are our youngest members of the Group and are aged from 6 to 8. We meet every Thursday during term time for around an hour. Beavers enjoy all that Scouting has to offer; being introduced to outdoor activities, having the opportunity to be creative, explore their local community and experience the excitement of a Beaver Scout Sleepover with their friends.

Beavers meet on a Thursday 18:30-19:30

Cubs 8 - 10 years old

Our Cubs are young people aged between 8 and 10 1/2, who make up the second section of the Scouting family, between Beavers and Scouts. We meet every Thursday during term time.

When can my child join?
Under some circumstances, Cub Scouts can join the Pack as young as 7 1/2 if, for example, they have friends joining at the same time, or are mature enough to move on early from Beavers, (and there is space in the Pack).

There are a range of badges available which Cub Scouts can wear on their uniforms to show everyone how well they're doing.

Cub Scouts also get to go on trips and days out, to places like the zoo, theme parks or a farm. Sometimes they will be able to go camping with the rest of the Pack and take part in all kinds of outdoor activities.

Cubs meet on a Thurs eve 19:30-20:45

Scouts
The Scout section is for young people usually aged between 10½ and 14 years. A young person can join the Troop at ten and stay until they are fourteen. The Scout Troop is the third and final section in the Scout Group. Scouts meet on a Monday evening between 6.30-8.30.

What do Scouts do?
Scouts are encouraged to take part in a wide range of activities as part of their programme. "Participation" rather than meeting set standards is the key approach and for the Scout who wants to be recognised for his or her achievements there are a number of Challenges, Awards and Activity Badges. Scouts take part in a balanced programme that helps them to find out about the world in which they live, encourages them to know their own abilities and the importance of keeping fit and helps develop their creative talents. It also provides opportunities to explore their own values and personal attitudes

Being outdoors is important and half the programme is given over to taking part in both the traditional Scouting skills, such as camping, survival and cooking as well as the wide range of adventurous activities, anything from abseiling to yachting.

*First 3 weeks are free when you sign up - Information correct at time of listing please check when booking. Pre-registration required - https://www.onlinescoutmanager.co.uk/waiting-list/1st3rd-houghton-regis-waiting-list/ecb3f22a-22f2-48b0-9ae9-51b0c8556827/apply