On Friday 4th November, Downend Round Table are having their annual firework display at King George V Playing Fields, Downend, Bristol, BS16 6AH.

Some of our members will be volunteering at the event trying to raise funds for our group.

If you would like to see a fantastic fireworks display, and support many local charitable causes, come and see the fireworks display!

Tickets can be purchased via https://downendrt.ticketsrv.co.uk/tickets/

19th September 2022

Group Camp Update

Friday will see the first camp of the season, our annual group camp with all the sections.

Here are the final details for this weekend.

Travel: Friday 23rd, the bus will leave the church at 5pm, so please arrive around 4:30pm.

Kit: you have the kit list, and please make sure your Scout packs it themselves.

Remember:

  • All items should be clearly marked
  • Pack spare plastic bags for wet clothes and shoes
  • Please don’t bring any electronic gadgets, in case they get lost or damaged. So, no games consoles and no phones! The group are NOT responsible for any lost, broken or stolen items.

Medicines: please hand over medicines to Tim before we leave the church, if they are not able to self medicate.

Food: we will serve a supper once we arrive at about 7pm, but it won’t be a full dinner. Please give them something before they leave.  Don’t provide too many sweets for the bus please!

Weather: too early to know, but please pack according to the weather forecast (particularly if wet and cold).

Uniform: please wear uniform if you have it for travelling. we know several don’t, so if you have a group T-shirt that would be fine. If not then do not worry. 

Health forms: must be submitted if you haven’t done so already. 

Final payment: please initiate this if still outstanding. You can check this in the Parent Portal on OSM.

Return: we plan to arrive back between 4 and 5pm on Sunday 25th. We shall send an email when we leave.

8th September 2022

United in sorrow

Scouts across the UK join the nation in mourning the loss of our beloved monarch and Patron, HM The Queen. Her outstanding example of service, encouragement and kindness was an inspiration to us all.

For 70 years HM The Queen has stood at our side, encouraging our volunteers and inspiring our young people to learn new skills, help others and shine brightly. Her sense of duty was an outstanding example to every single Scout during her long and eventful reign.  

‘Scouting is a global force for good’ she once told us. ‘In this country and around the world, Scouts are helping others and making the most of their lives.’ 

If you like more information please visit this website: https://www.scouts.org.uk/remembering-the-queen/

Dear Parents, Carers,

Although the summer break has ended and most schools are back in session, we are not quite ready yet. Our first meeting back will be on Wednesday 14th September.

Beavers and Cubs will start at 18:00 (with Beavers finishing at 19:15 and Cubs at 19:30), Scouts will start at 19:15 (and finishing at 21:15). Our first meeting will take place at the church, so we will see you all refreshed and well on the 14th!

Yours in Scouting,

78th Kingswood Scout Group

24th July 2022

Enjoy the summer

We are taking a break this summer to recharge. Although it has been a year with ups and downs, we have managed to entertain so many young people over the last year. Many have experienced new things, some as new members to our group, others having their first under-canvas experience, but all enjoying what we do as Scouts.

Over this year we have been running Beavers, Cubs and Scouts and in total have been entertaining 52 young people in total every week. Not always an easy task but we are all up for the challenge and enjoy working on great programmes every single week.

We have had to say goodbye to two fantastic members, our precious Cub leaders Mandy and Lesley, whom have been with us for over 20 years.

It has been fantastic having you with our group and your experience, enthusiasm and smiles will be not be easy to replace. We are proud to have had you both within our group and wish you well in your next adventures.

And then we also have had the sad news of the passing of one of our longest serving members, John Smith, earlier this month. He will surely be missed by all of us.

Summer is upon us and we welcome you all back on 14th September. We will send out emails nearer the time to remind you.

Enjoy the summer and see you next season!

78th Kingswood Scout Group

11th July 2022

In Memoriam

It is with great sadness to inform you all of the passing of John Smith, one of our longest serving members of our Scout group.

He was a true inspiration to us and enjoyed supporting the 78th throughout his lifetime. On many occasion he was impressed by the joy and enthusiasm of our youngsters, and would always have time to lend a hand in time of need.

Over the years John has given many an hour to our group, but never complained. Especially during celebrations, either within the Church or within the group, he would light up the place with his always present smile.

We will miss John immensely and our thoughts and prayers are with John’s family.

Yours In Scouting,

78th Kingswood Scout Group

27th June 2022

Thank You Celebration

Dear Parents / Guardians,
You and your family are invited to our end of term Thank You Celebration on Wednesday 20th July from 6-7pm.

Yes we have made it through this year with all its challenges and we would love to share with you our memories and plans for the future. Please come through to the main church area and sit at the tables; our youngsters will serve you refreshments whilst you see various slide shows of past camps and weekly activities, our accounts summary and future plans.

The team and youngsters will also be on hand to answer your questions about Group Camp and program.

We look forward to welcoming you.

27th May 2022

Big Thank You

A very BIG THANK YOU for your support last Wednesday; The Badminton Road Methodist Church event was a huge success. It was lovely to see so many parents, family and our youngsters enjoying themselves.

We have raised an amazing £456.10 for the Wallace and Gromit Grand Appeal!

Congratulations to all the Rainbows, Beavers, Brownies, Cubs, Guides, Scouts, Rangers and their leaders, families and friends.

A huge thank you also to the parents and youngsters that helped us, and the team that cleared away at the end of the night – it certainly made it easier for us after a long day.

We wish you all a lovely break

78th Kingswood

Badminton Road Methodist Church is holding Platinum Jubilee celebrations on the 25th May for all uniformed groups.

We invite you and your family along with your young uniformed attendee to join us on Wednesday 25th May for an evening of fun, food and celebration.  All monies raised will go to the Wallace and Gromit Grand Appeal for Bristol Children’s Hospital.

The evening will commence at 6.00pm in the Church with a short service of thanksgiving where our youngest Rainbows and Eldest Scout will be part of the Standard party. We will of course at some point sing the National Anthem. We will then have a short investiture to welcome new members to the uniformed sections and special awards.
There will be a BBQ, soft drinks, tea and coffee with a cake stall; all at great prices! The children (and you!) will have plenty of opportunity to spend small amounts of money on traditional fete games with prizes; with all monies going to our chosen charity.

Many thanks for your support, and we look forward to seeing you all on the 25th May at 6.00pm

22nd December 2021

Happy Holidays

Although 2021 might not have been what we hoped it would be, we have been able to do many things regardless of the challenges we have had to face. But we can say that we have made it this far and have become stronger through it.

It was great to see so many happy faces at our end of year celebrations, the Beavers and Cubs have had a blast at their Christmas party in the hall, and the Scouts have had a fabulous time on the ice rink in Avon Valley.

We not only want to thank all our Leaders, Young Leaders and other adults that have kept the Group going in the face of unprecedented circumstances, but also our youth members and parents who have continued to believe in the benefits of Scouting with 78th Kingswood Scout Group.

Enjoy the final weeks of 2021 and we are looking forward to seeing you all again in 2022!

Happy Holidays.

78th Kingswood Scout Group