
Beaver Scouts are the second youngest section of the Scouting family, open to boys and girls typically aged between six and eight years old. Your child will join a Beaver Colony, which is led by a team of adult volunteers.
The Colony is usually split into smaller groups called Lodges. This is a great way for your child to make new friends and learn to work as a team. A Beaver Scout Leader will place your child into a Lodge, and they will enjoy a wide range of activities and games together.
Throughout their time in the Colony, your child will take part in a variety of fun and adventurous activities. They will work towards earning a range of badges, including both Activity Badges and Challenge Awards, which they can wear on their uniform. A key highlight for many Beavers is the chance to attend a sleepover, which may be their first night away from home! These sleepovers are a fantastic way for them to build independence and create lasting memories in a safe and supervised environment.
The challenge and activity badges they earn, will be proudly displayed on their uniform.
Whilst earning their badges they will learn and take part in:
- Outdoor activities
- The world around them
- Caring for themselves
- Life long skills
This will ultimately lead to the presentation of section’s highest award The Chief Scouts Bronze Award


When they are approaching 8 the section leader will contact the Cub Leader and arrange a transfer and prepare them to move onto the next section of Cub Scouts
The times for our colonies vary according to where they meet
Please click the button below to contact your nearest group if you are interested in registering your child.