The 8th, 16th and 10th Ilkeston Cubs all entered into this year’s District Cooking Competition over the weekend, cooking a two course meal on an American theme. Delicious dishes of Jambalaya, Burgers & Fries, Pancakes with Maple Syrup and Cheese Cake were served to the judges. The food produced was of a very high standard …
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The 10th Ilkeston Cubs had a visit from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue service on Thursday night as part of their Fire Safety Badge. They we taught about all the different pieces of equipment around the Fire Engine, what to do in case of fire and even had the chance to use one of the hoses. …
The 21st Ilkeston Cubs and Scouts have received a huge boost towards their trip to Brownsea Island. They have received a whopping £4000 from the Tesco Bags Of Help Scheme. This scheme awards grants to local projects and community groups and the money awarded comes from the sale of carrier bags in stores. So well …
Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Leaders gathered today amongst members of the public to welcome the first train into Ilkeston in 50 years. The train, which arrived at 9:30am, was the first to grace the tracks of Ilkeston’s new railway station. Members of the District were joined by new District Commissioner Paul Gant who said “Thanks …
Rampage is an annual County competition for the Scout Section that has been running since 1992 at Drum Hill Scout Camp. Twenty-four teams of six Scouts compete over eight different challenges and activities including climbing/abseiling, map reading, air rifle shooting, fire lighting, a blind fold challenge, a mental challenge, grass skis and a treasure hunt to …
Ilkeston District Scouts’ Annual Sports Day took place on Saturday 2nd July at Rutland Recreational Ground. The afternoon started with the Scout welly wanging, after which were various running races ranging from 60 metres to 400 metres. Next was the sack, three-legged, wheelbarrow and egg and spoon races followed the obstacle races for all sections. Both the Cub …
On the 24th June 2016, Ilkeston District Scouts had their annual St. George’s Day Parade. The parade took place around the centre of Ilkeston and a church service was held in St. Mary’s. It was the 10th Ilkeston’s turn to organise and lead the parade and service. The whole district was lead by a piper, …
This year is a very Special Year as Cub Scouting is 100 Years old. To celebrate, the 21st Ilkeston (All Saints) Cub Pack had a Thanks Party and invited some of their past leaders and all the people / various organisations that have so generously donated funds to their Pack over the past few years. The room was set out …
