1st Shalford Scouts

1st Shalford Scouts is a thriving Scout group serving the Shalford and Guildford area, offering young people an exciting journey through the Scouting adventure from age 6 right through to adulthood.

The group runs three core sections catering to different age groups:

Beavers (ages 6-8): The youngest members begin their Scouting journey with fun activities, games, and outdoor adventures designed to build confidence, friendships, and an early love of nature. Beavers learn through play while developing teamwork and social skills.

Cubs (ages 8-10½): Building on the Beaver experience, Cubs take on more challenging activities including camping, cooking, and badge work. This is where young people start to develop practical skills like knot-tying while taking on more responsibility and working towards achievement badges.

Scouts (ages 10½-14): The Scout section offers the full outdoor adventure experience - camping expeditions, hiking, survival skills, and community service projects. Scouts develop leadership abilities and independence while having good experiences with their peers.

For older young people, there are also local Explorer (14-18) and Network (18-25) sections available in the area.

1st Shalford Scouts is run by a dedicated team of volunteers who find delivering Scouting to local youth incredibly rewarding. The group welcomes new members and is always looking for adult volunteers to help shape the next generation of confident, capable young people.

Based in Shalford village near Guildford, the group offers children the chance to learn practical skills, make lasting friendships, and have adventures they'll remember for a lifetime.