1st Porthill Scouts

22/03/2026

Group Photo Gallery

Unfortunately, our photo gallery of the last 14 years is no longer available. However, we are setting up a new site, which you can visit here. Please note that this is a work in progress, so doesn&…

08/05/2025

Today marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the end of the Second World War in Europe. We remember the 5 of our Scouts who died serving in the armed forces in WW2, along with all the victims of war locally and globally. You can read about our Scouts and the men of Porthill Parish who died during WW1 and WW2 here....

Today marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the end of the Second World War in Europe. We remember the 5 of our Scouts who died serving in the armed forces in WW2, along with all the victims of war…

15/04/2025

Our flags have been placed on display in St. Andrews Church until they are needed again! They were accepted by the Church on Mother's Day 2025, one of the days the Group traditionally attended church. They will serve as a reminder of the Group, alongside our War Memorial and Memorial Window. See the Gallery

Our flags have been placed on display in St. Andrews Church until they are needed again! They were accepted by the Church on Mother’s Day 2025, one of the days the Group traditionally attende…

20/12/2024

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

10/11/2024

"When you go Home, tell them of us and say, For your Tomorrow, we gave our Today” John Maxwell Edmunds 1916 Our Scouts who were killed in The Great War and Second World War We Remember all killed in war and especially those Porthill Scouts killed serving their country. Click here to see our online Memorial to our Scouts

“When you go Home, tell them of us and say, For your Tomorrow, we gave our Today” John Maxwell Edmunds 1916 Our Scouts who were killed in The Great War and Second World War We Remember all ki…

19/10/2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the closure of the Group. We've been unable to attract new Leaders and we don't have enough to safely continue. Added to this, our meeting place since 1909, St. Andrews Church Hall, is sadly being closed at the end of the year. We've been a part of Porthill's community for 116 years and we are proud to have played a part in thousands of young people's lives....

It is with great sadness that we announce the closure of the Group. We’ve been unable to attract new Leaders and we don’t have enough to safely continue. Added to this, our meeting plac…

31/07/2024

A new venture coming in August!

Weekly on Tuesday mornings, a family-friendly film will be shown at "Barnies' Cinema Club" (St Barnabas' Church).

Entry will be free; refreshments available to purchase.
Please note that u18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
See you there! (First one on August 6th).

19/07/2024

Today marks the end of an era for the Group, as our Cub and Scout Leaders, Sharon and Paul Hickton retire from their roles. Sharon and Paul have both been Leaders for over 40 years with Porthill (Sharon) and Bradwell and Porthill (Paul). Over that time, they will have seen hundreds of young people (maybe over a thousand?) join Scouting and, because of them, learn new skills, have great adventures and have a great deal of fun!...

Today marks the end of an era for the Group, as our Cub and Scout Leaders, Sharon and Paul Hickton retire from their roles. Sharon and Paul have both been Leaders for over 40 years with Porthill (S…

19/07/2024

The End of an Era

Today marks the end of an era for the Group, as our Cub and Scout Leaders, Sharon and Paul Hickton retire from their roles. Sharon and Paul have both been Leaders for over 40 years with Porthill (Sharon) and Bradwell and Porthill (Paul).
Over that time, they will have seen hundreds of young people (maybe over a thousand?) join Scouting and, because of them, learn new skills, have great adventures and have a great deal of fun!

The Group cannot express our debt at all they have done over the years and we wish them well for the future. However, they are not disappearing all together, but will be around to pass on their knowledge and wisdom and to help out on an occasional basis.

Sharon and Paul, thank you for everything you've done for all our young people and the Group as a whole. You'll be missed!

13/06/2024

❤⚜❤VOLUNTEER•WITH•US❤⚜❤

⚜ Do you want to be a part of an amazing adventure?
⚜ Do you love the great outdoors?
⚜ Do you have skills for life?
⚜ Do you want to inspire the next generation?
⚜ Are you someone who wishes to get into teaching?
⚜ Do you enjoy working with children?
⚜ Do you want to give back to your local community?
⚜ Were you once a scout and wish to get back involved?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, then 1st Porthill Scout Group needs YOU. We have a range of opportunities for people with varying levels of commitment.

We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

💙 Beaver Leaders (6-8 year olds)
💚 Cub Leaders (8-10.5 year olds)
💜 Scout Leaders (10.5-14 year olds)

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28/05/2024

21/04/2024

Congratulations to our Group Treasurer Lorraine who was presented with her 5 year service award today.
Thank you for all you do for the Group, sorting out the Group's finances.