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It is with great pleasure that we are able to attend the Service of Remembrance at Page Park on Sunday 13th November.

We will meet on Page Road (///person.boats.liked) at 10am to assemble with other units and the Salvation Band, who will lead the parade at 10:15am. We will then parade along Staple Hill High Street behind the band and assemble at Page Park Cenotaph for the service, laying of wreaths and minute silence.

When this service has finished the Scout groups will parade to the Downend Cenotaph (///faster.copy.scenes), the only Scout War Memorial on public land in the country, for a wreath laying and short service. This normally is finished by midday and this will be the collection point for parents.

It is imperative that each member is in FULL uniform (no jeans) and wearing their Poppy. Well turned out youngsters will be awarded the honour of being in the Standard Party which leads their pack and are front row at Page Park. Please wear warm clothing underneath uniform and only have a lightweight coat if raining. Parents are encouraged to walk along side on the pavements, but if you can’t attend please ensure your child’s name is recorded as such with a leader.

78th Kingswood Scout Group

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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/

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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