Top Awards
More than 80 children and young people from Dringhouses Scouts gained a top award for their age group this year. It was brilliant to be able to celebrate their achievement with other Groups from around the city. Well done to everyone!
Activities
Lots of Fun at the Cubs Tag Rugby
Last Sunday our Cubs had a brilliant time at the York Ebor District Tag Rugby Competition. The lovely people at York RUFC set up a taster session for all the Cubs in the District to have a go at this non-contact sport.
Celebrating Achievement
Several members of the group were recognised at the North Yorkshire Scouts Celebration of Volunteer Achievement Event on the 21st March 2025. We are so lucky in our group to have such outstanding volunteers, many of whom not only support… Read More »Celebrating Achievement
Success at the Hergarth Challenge
Every year Cub Scouts from across both York Districts take part in the Hergarth Challenge. This year had the further distinction of being the 60th year the event has been run. The teams from the three Dringhouses Cub Packs had a great time with the team from the Saxons Pack winning the event!
Squirrels on the Air
World Radio Day inspired our Squirrels who were lucky enough to visit BBC Radio York over three nights. Our future radio enthusiasts were not only able to learn about local radio, but were also able to think about local heroes… Read More »Squirrels on the Air
Group Camp 2024
SAVE THE DATE: 4TH TO 6TH OCTOBER Group camp next year will be returning to Raywell Park. We’ve not been to Raywell for quite a few years and since our last visit it has seen significant updates to their kitchens… Read More »Group Camp 2024
Exploring Northern Ireland
This summer some of our Explorers went on an exciting week long summer camp to Northern Ireland The first couple of days were spent travelling to Northern Ireland and their campsite The first day included a look around Liverpool and… Read More »Exploring Northern Ireland
2023 Annual General Meeting
Our 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at our HQ Building on Saturday 15th July at 19:00. All members, parents of current members and all current and past adult volunteers are invited to attend. A full agenda and link to… Read More »2023 Annual General Meeting
St George’s Day Celebration
In a break from our usual participation in the annual city centre procession, Dringhouses Scouts celebrated St George’s Day on York Knavesmire with lots of activities for the whole family. More than 200 people joined in the fun and games… Read More »St George’s Day Celebration
Brass Band Concert
The Shepherd Group Youth and Concert Bands have agreed to a performance to raise funds for the Dringhouses Scouts participants of the 2023 World Scout Jamboree in South Korea. These two fantastic brass bands will be performing at St Edward… Read More »Brass Band Concert
Big Butterfly Count
The Big Butterfly Count is a UK-wide survey aimed at helping Butterfly Conservation assess the health of our environment simply by counting the amount and type of butterflies (and some day-flying moths) we see. Butterflies are beautiful creatures to be… Read More »Big Butterfly Count
Plastic Free July Challenge
Plastic Free July® is a global movement that is looking to raise awareness of the environmental challenge posed by our use and disposal of plastics. Reducing or stooping use of plastics, especially single use plastics could help lead to cleaner streets… Read More »Plastic Free July Challenge
2021 Scout Experience Survey
Why not get involved in the annual Scout Experience Survey? This will help The Scouts understand and improve support for all volunteers and young people. Previous feedback has helped develop new digital services, improve programme materials and training resources. The… Read More »2021 Scout Experience Survey
Family Orienteering Challenge
The family orienteering challenge is open to all members of the Group and their families. It is a family event (although not all of the family need to attend) and will be run as a socially distanced family activity. The… Read More »Family Orienteering Challenge
St George’s Day 2021- Journeying on Together
The programme for the online 2021 St George’s Day – Journeying on Together event has been released. Registrations close at midday on Thursday 22nd April 2021.. Join in from 9am with sessions throughout the day, which includes our St George’s… Read More »St George’s Day 2021- Journeying on Together
North Yorkshire Scouts Art Competition
To celebrate spring, a time of hope and rebirth, North Yorkshire Scouts have announced an art competition that is open to everyone involved in Scouting and Guiding in the county. We would like you to create a piece of artwork… Read More »North Yorkshire Scouts Art Competition
St George’s Day: Design a Badge
This year St George’s Day celebrations on Sunday 25th April will be online rather than face-to-face. There will be a series of activities, starting on the hour at 9am, 10am, 11am, then 1pm, 2pm and culminating in a St George’s… Read More »St George’s Day: Design a Badge
Birdwatching in the Garden
This weekend around 40 of us were birdwatching in the garden as part of the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2021. It has not only been a great way to join in with an important national survey, but has also given… Read More »Birdwatching in the Garden
2021 RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
Fed up with online meetings and looking at a screen? Want an activity you can do from the safety (and warmth) of your own home? Want to contribute to something worthwhile nationally? The RSPB Big Garden Bridwatch could be the… Read More »2021 RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
Quarantine Quisine Cookbook
Love food? Love cooking? Like to share your favourite foods with others? Then this may be the activity to you!
Some Christmas Fun
Ever wanted to draw something festive, but weren’t sure what to do? Local artist Greg McGee has made this video to give us all some inspiration. If you do draw something be sure to show us and we can pass… Read More »Some Christmas Fun
And They’re Off
The #RaceRoundTheWorld starts today for Dringhouses Scouts. Don’t forget to enter your miles. We’re really looking forward to the race and hope to raise a load for national and local Scout Groups. It’s not too late to join in May… Read More »And They’re Off
North East Region Staycation Road Trip
Stuck for something to do over the summer? How about the NE Region Scouts Staycation Road Trip? Since usual Scouting has changed this year, and summer plans have likely changed too, North East Region Scouts invite you to join their… Read More »North East Region Staycation Road Trip
North East Region Summer of Scouting
Each County in the North East Region is hosting an online event, that they invite you to getinvolved with from home. There is a wide variety of events on different dates, so there should be something for everyone. See the… Read More »North East Region Summer of Scouting
North Yorkshire Scouts St George’s Day Online
Join live at 2pm this Sunday, 26th April. St George’s day this year cannot be held at the Minster as it normally would be. So North Yorkshire County Scouts have instead organised and online event. Just click on the link and… Read More »North Yorkshire Scouts St George’s Day Online