The Group Celebrates its Diamond Anniversary
It was on Wednesday 6th April 1951 that the 38th Rossendale (Open) Scout Group held its first meeting. 60-years to the day later the Group held an all-Sections meeting to mark the occasion of our diamond anniversary. 95-children representing the Beaver Scouts, Cub...
Rossendale District Cub Scout Akela Trophy
Following on from the recent success of the Beavers in the District Akeema Shield competition, Purple Cub Scout Pack won the District Akela Trophy. Seven teams from around Rossendale entered the competition and were marked on their skills and teamwork at fire...
Honorary Group Member
The Group is pleased to welcome its newest member – Councillor Trevor Unsworth, the Major of Rossendale. The Mayor has not Scouted in his youth but he has seen what the movement can do for young children in his year of office. He was very grateful to be offered...
Family Beetle Drive & Easter Egg Draw
Our young members, their families and our Guest of Honour, The Mayor of Rossendale – Councillor Trevor Unsworth enjoyed an evening of fun at our annual Family Beetle Drive. The event raised just over £100 from entrance fees and refreshments. A further £281 was...100 Club – March 2011
The winning number in our 17th 100 Club Draw was:
Rossendale District Beaver Scout Akeema Shield Competition
Congratulations to ten of our Beaver Scouts that took part in the Rossendale District Beaver Scout Akeema Shield competition and won! Seven Groups from Rossendale took part. This is the 3rd year in a row the Group has won the event. Activities included egg &...
Buy a piece of Group History
Own a piece of Group history! Available now for only £1.50 to non-section members is our Diamond Anniversary Badge. At 8 cm (3″) diameter, this is excellent value for money. Were you a former member or do you just collect badges? Whatever your interest order...100 Club – February 2011
The winning number in our 16th 100 Club Draw was:
France Sponsored Walk
22 members of our France contingent raised funds to support the cost of their trip by walking the 6-miles from Ramsbottom to Cloughfold. Starting off at Ramsbottom Railway Station the route followed the path of the River Irwell and the East Lancashire Railway through...
