About District

The District exists to provide direction, guidance, line management and support to Scout Groups. Support can be in lots of different forms whether it’s just being a friendly team to talk to when things aren’t working or even when they are; to organising large scale events or taking on some of the administrative burden that inevitably comes with running a charity.

We’re really proud of what we are able to offer in Basingstoke East and we are continuously striving to do more to support the leaders delivering fantastic programmes and life changing opportunities to young people in our community.

How does Basingstoke East help groups achieve this?

• Networking opportunities to share best practice and ideas with other volunteers
• Practical skills events for adult volunteers
• Young Leader provision
• Mental Health First Aid Training
• Large scale events for young people
• International opportunities for young people to meet Scouts from other countries and cultures
• A team of adventurous activity permit holders with equipment to support a high quality and exciting programme
• A Scout shop that provides uniform and badges at affordable prices
• Health & Safety guidance and advice
• Awards and recognition to ensure all our volunteers are properly thanked
• A vetting and appointments process to ensure we have the right people in the right roles and new volunteers are given a warm welcome
• Financial support through our leadership development and inclusion funds to ensure everyone has access to Scouts
• Free digital tools and infrastructure to support volunteers in carrying out their roles
• The opening of new provision and support with recruitment and growth
• We also pay for the following services on an annual basis for to cover all our groups and save them money
  • Additional Insurance for non-members
  • An umbrella Motion picture license that covers groups