As we move closer to Go Live of the new system, it’s time to work out who’s in which Team. Have a look at the 3 minute video below and get in touch. So far we have the following: 14-24…
Scouts call for people to help maintain their huts
Wrexham Scouts are looking for anyone from builders, plumbers and electricians to DIY enthusiasts and odd-job men and women to help them maintain their buildings. The Scouts have ten properties across Wrexham and repairs often fall to the leaders who…
Fourteen Wrexham volunteers awarded for service
A Wrexham Scouts volunteer aged 93 was amongst fourteen others recognised for their service at a celebration held at Cox Wood campsite. Malcolm Seller has been volunteering for almost 50 years – at 1st Wrexham, as Leader trainer, Gang Show…
Wrexham Scouts start visit to Ireland
Last year we were lucky enough to have a visit from the 5th Roscommon Scouts from Ireland who stayed around our District campsite. Two of our Groups – 6th Wrexham and 41st Wrexham made such good friends that this week…
We have kayaks and a climbing wall you can hire
If you want to take your Section kayaking (either with a qualified instructor or on Class C waters) then we have 6 kayaks, helmets, buoyancy aids and paddles you can hire. They are stored at District HQ and you can…
There’s a new Yellow Card?
We’ve made some changes to the Yellow Card. From 1 January 2024, the new requirement is for everyone to report any concern directly to the UK HQ Safeguarding Team. This makes sure that we’re aware of concerns as soon…
You need to book Cox Wood for evening visits
Did you know that our District campsite Cox Wood can be used for evening visits for all Sections. Please do book via the website though at http://www.coxwood.org.uk One suggestion which was brought up at the All Volunteers Meetings was that if multiple…
Every activity needs a risk assessment
Did you know that every activity you do needs to have a risk assessment which is recorded, up to date and shared. Recorded: this means you need to be able to prove that you had one for the activity, for…
Gone Home: Sandra Jones
We’re very sad to announce that Sandra Jones, our friend and former Appointments Secretary to the District, passed away peacefully this morning. Sandra was the friendly face many of us met when we went along to get our DBS checked…
Cubs Takeover Odeon
140 Cubs from across Wrexham took over the Odeon cinema with a sleepover and lots of films! During the event Lead Volunteer David Morris presented Team member Sue Mort with a certificate to say thanks for over 30 years of…
