We’re looking for a volunteer to help coordinate the hire of our Scout hall. It’s a light‑touch role with around 15–20 bookings per year and typically takes about an hour a week on average, depending on when enquiries come in.

The role mainly involves:

– Checking and responding to enquiries in a dedicated email inbox

– Confirming availability and sending hire conditions to potential hirers

– Answering occasional ad hoc questions about the hall

– Coordinating with our small team of key holders who open and close the hall

– Liaising with the Group Treasurer to confirm receipt of payment before each hire goes ahead

This is a great way for a parent or guardian of one of our members to support the Scout Group, especially if you’re not able to volunteer at a weekly section meeting. The role is flexible, can be done from home at times that suit you, and doesn’t require attending the HQ. Income from hall lettings goes directly towards supporting our Scouts and helps keep the cost of Scouting down for local families. If you’re organised, comfortable with email, and would like to help, we’d love to hear from you. If you are interested, please drop us a message or email volunteer@23rdbromleyscouts.org

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After nearly 30 years of dedication to the 23rd Bromley Scout Group we recently said goodbye to Linda Smyth, Akela, from Kim Pack.

Her leadership, time and commitment have made a lasting difference to many young people and leaders alike. The memories, skills and values she has helped to create in our young people will continue to inspire them for many years to come.

We are truly grateful for everything she has given to the Group and wish her well in her future adventures.

With less than four weeks to go, preparations are well underway for our upcoming Jumble Sale on Saturday 18th April, with doors opening to the public at 2:00 PM.

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who has already volunteered to help. If you haven’t yet signed up, there’s still plenty of time to get involved—your support is always greatly appreciated.

Please note that we will not be accepting or selling large items such as furniture, microwaves, or televisions. Instead, we welcome donations of bric-a-brac, clothing, shoes, toys, books, small electrical items, electronics, and jigsaw puzzles.

If you’re able to contribute, please start gathering items—friends, family, and neighbours may also be happy to donate.

Donations can be dropped off at the HQ at the following times:

• Friday 17th April: 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Saturday 18th April: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Thank you for your continued support—we look forward to seeing you there!

We are delighted to share some very exciting news – after many years of planning, preparation and perseverance, work has now started on site at our Scout Hut!

This project has been a long time in the making. Behind the scenes, an enormous amount of effort has gone into making this possible, from countless hours of fundraising to navigating grant applications, permissions and detailed planning. Seeing work finally underway is a huge milestone for the Group and something we can all be incredibly proud of.

A Huge Thank You

We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported this journey so far. In particular, we are extremely grateful to those who have worked tirelessly on fundraising efforts and especially to those who have helped prepare and submit grant applications. Without this dedication and commitment, we simply would not be at this stage.

What’s Happening On Site?

Following final preparations and a meeting with the chosen contractor, and with all grant paperwork now in place, works began on Monday 26th January 2026, with completion expected by the end of March 2026 at the latest.

This initial phase of improvements includes:

• A brand-new kitchen
• New toilet facilities
• A new access ramp and front door to improve accessibility
• Repairs to the existing toilets

These upgrades will make a significant difference to everyone who uses the Scout Hut, helping to ensure it remains a welcoming, practical and accessible space for years to come.

Managing Disruption

We are working closely with the contractor to ensure disruption at the HQ is kept to an absolute minimum. At present, we expect the hall to only be out of use for the week immediately after February half-term. Section leaders will share details of any alternative meeting arrangements nearer the time, where needed.

This Is Just the Beginning

While this phase of work is a major step forward, it is only the start. We are hopeful that we will be able to continue making further improvements later this year, including the long-awaited replacement of the hall flooring.

Thank you to all our members, parents, volunteers, supporters and hall users for your patience and understanding while these important improvements are carried out. We’re incredibly excited to see the transformation taking shape and look forward to sharing progress updates as the project continues.

Together, we are building a better future for the 23rd Bromley Scout Group.

We are delighted to announce that the 23rd Bromley Scout Group Jumble Sale will take place on Saturday 18th April, with doors opening to the public at 2:00pm.

The Jumble Sale is a fantastic opportunity for the local community to pick up some great bargains while supporting the activities and adventures of our Scouts.

We will be selling a wide range of items, including:

• Bric-a-brac
• Clothes and shoes
• Toys and books
• Jigsaws
• Small electrical and electronic items

Please note that we will not be selling furniture, televisions, microwaves, or other large electrical items.

Donations Welcome

We are now accepting donations and would be very grateful for any suitable items you can spare. You’re also welcome to ask friends, family, and neighbours to contribute.

Items can be dropped off at Scout HQ at the following times:

• Friday 17th April: 3:00pm – 8:30pm
• Saturday 18th April: 8:30am – 12:00pm

Volunteers

Many thanks to everyone who has already signed up to help on the day. If you have not yet volunteered and are able to assist, there is still time to put your name forward — extra hands are always appreciated.

For any questions, offers of help, or further information, please contact: davidwilcox@23rdbromleyscouts.org

We look forward to welcoming you and making this another successful event for the 23rd Bromley Scout Group.

The 18^th April 2026 is the proposed date for a 23^rd Scout Group Jumble Sale so please put the date in your diary.

If the jumble sale is to run smoothly we must have some help on the afternoon and evening of Friday 17^th April for putting up tables and sorting items as they come into the HQ and also on the morning of Saturday 18^th to sort any further donations.  Then in the afternoon we will need help serving on stalls, and of course clearing up after the sale together with the removal of the left-over goods. 

Many hands will definitely make lighter work of the event so please consider when you could best assist.

Please let us know when you can help by filling out the below form:

Our annual Christmas Carol Concert will take place on Friday 19th December 2025, beginning at 7.00pm, in St Augustine’s Church (next to the Scout HQ).

Families, friends and supporters are warmly invited to join us for a festive evening of traditional carols and seasonal cheer as we celebrate the lead-up to Christmas together.

Thank you so much to everyone who came along to our Christmas Fair!

Your support, generosity and festive spirit helped us raise over £800 for the Scout Group!

We’re so grateful to our volunteers, stallholders, parents and young people for making it such a brilliant day.

Thank you for helping us make a real difference!

Follow the Yellow Brick Road with the 23rd Bromley Scouts!

Join us for our magical pantomime production of The Wizard of Oz, brought to life by the talented young people of the 23rd Bromley Scout Group!

Show Dates & Times:

• Thursday 8th January – 7:30pm
• Friday 9th January – 7:30pm
• Saturday 10th January – 4:00pm & 7:30pm

Venue: Scout HQ, Homemead Road, BR2 8BB

Tickets: £7.50 Adults | £6 Children
Box Office: scoutpanto@aol.com | 07810 426666

Come and support our young performers as they bring Dorothy, Toto, and friends to the stage in this fun-filled community panto adventure!

#WizardOfOz #ScoutPanto #BromleyScouts #CommunityTheatre #23rdBromleyScouts

Join us for some festive fun!

The 23rd Bromley Scouts Christmas Fair is back!

Date: Saturday 22nd November 2025

Time: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: Scout HQ, Homemead Road, BR2 8BB

Bring your friends and family for a wonderful afternoon filled with:

– Games & Tombola

– Prizes & Crafts

– Gifts & Toy Stalls

– Great Christmas gift ideas for your loved ones

All proceeds go towards supporting the Scout Group and helping us continue our work in the community.

Entry is just 50p – come along and get into the Christmas spirit early!