Getting Involved


Volunteers are the backbone of Scouting. Our Group is a registered charity and we can only continue to thrive in future with the support of our young members and their families.

We are run solely by volunteers who donate their time as helpers, leaders and members of the Executive Committee in order to enhance the lives of young people in Bishop's Stortford.

Volunteer leaders, assistants and helpers


We're always grateful for extra support, even if you can only help out occasionally when more hands are needed, for example during hikes, day trips or camps.

 For those who are able to help on a more regular basis, our volunteer section leaders and assistants help plan and deliver the weekly sessions. In these roles you can expect to receive a variety of training and one-to-one support to help our volunteers make the most use of their individual skills and talents.


The Group Executive


The Group Executive committee meets on a monthly basis and is responsible for managing the affairs of the Group as a whole including:

  • Maintaining the Group's property and equipment, including our HQ and Priory Wood campsite
  • Raising funds and managing the Group's finances and insurance policies
  • Helping to recruit, train and support leaders and other adult helpers
  • Organising Group events such as our annual AGM fun days
  • Planning for the future to ensure the future Growth and success of the Group


If you would like to find out more about volunteering roles within the Group, please contact Simon Carter, Group Scout Leader on 07590 681918 or email simon.carter@1stbishopsstortford.org.uk.


Section Details

Watership Down Beaver Scout Colony

Tuesday 4.30pm-5.30pm

Ocean Beaver Scout Colony

Thursday 6.00pm-7.00pm

Galaxy Beaver Scout Colony

Sunday 5.00pm-6.00pm

Apache Cub Scout Pack

Monday 6.30pm-8.00pm

Comanche Cub Scout Pack

Tuesday 5.45pm-7.15pm

Navaho Cub Scout Pack

Wednesday 6.15pm-7.45pm

Aztec Scout Troop

Tuesday 7.30pm-9.00pm

Inca Scout Troop

Friday 7.30pm-9.00pm

Spartan Scout Troop

Saturday 10.00am-4.00pm

(approx once a month – see programme for details)