York Scouts

Archery Instructor Course
2026-11-07 09:00 - 2026-11-08 17:00 UTC | Snowball Plantation (York Scout Activity Centre), Common Ln, Stockton on the Forest, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 5XS, United Kingdom
Opportunity to gain a qualification to run Archery sessions in Scouts. This is part of revamping and enhancing activity provision at York Scout Activity Centre, so we would like volunteers from York Scouts to join our pool of instructors. In return City of York Scouts will cover costs of the course, and you will be able to use our facilities and equipment at Snowball Plantation for future activities.
You need to attend both days 09:00-17:00. Archery Training and Assessment Nov 2026
There is only capacity for 12 places which we would like to allocate fairly. Let Scott Swinton know if would like to be on the course. Any unused places will be offered to other Districts for a fee. Thanks.

Module 10 - First Response (Harrogate) for Scout & Guide Leaders
2026-11-21 10:00 - 16:30 | Harrogate & Nidderdale District Scout Headquarters, 20 Omega Street, Harrogate, HG1 2BZ
Get ready to learn essential first response skills in our Module 10 full course happening in Harrogate – don’t miss out!

Module 10 – First Response (Harrogate) Full Course
Hey there, are you ready to learn all about first response? Join us at the Harrogate & Nidderdale District Scout Headquarters for this in-person event. Get hands-on training and gain valuable skills to help in emergency situations. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become a certified first responder. Sign up now!

Squirrel And Beaver Party
2026-12-05
Have some party fun with other Squirrels and Beavers. More details to follow. Keep the date for now as places may be limited when booking opens.

Young Leader Weekend
2026-12-11 18:00 - 2026-12-13 13:30 | Snowball Plantation (York Scout Activity Centre), Common Ln, Stockton on the Forest, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 5XS, United Kingdom
A fun-packed weekend for Young Leaders staying in Snowball Plantation Lodge. More details to follow including price. For now please encourage your Young Leaders to hold the date. Bookings opening September 2026. Limited numbers available. So far our plan is:
Friday Evening
Sign-up to do your DofE Award or get support for your Top Awards
Find out about our plans for an Explorer Belt Trip in 2028
Fun activity for YLs staying for the weekend
Saturday Daytime
YL Learning Modules (specific ones TBC)
Breakfast, Lunch and Evening Meals provided
Saturday Evening
Our inaugural Snow-Ball. Open to Explorers and YLs across York with a ticket bought in advance. YLs who have paid for the weekend get their ticket included. Wear your smartest clothes…no neckers. Silent disco, food, mocktails, entertainment.
Sunday Morning
YLs complete a site project
Leave after lunch

Snow-Ball 2026
2026-12-12 18:00 - 22:30 | Snowball Plantation (York Scout Activity Centre), Common Ln, Stockton on the Forest, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 5XS, United Kingdom
Hopefully the first of an annual event at York Scout Activity Centre, Snowball Plantation. Wear your smartest clothes…no neckers. Silent disco, food, mocktails, entertainment.
Links with Young Leader Weekend at Snowball Lodge.
Ticket sales opening September 2026. Limited numbers available.

Carol Service 2026
2026-12-16 19:30 - 20:30
Candlelit service in the Grade I listed Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate. The invitation is to all Scouting and Girlguiding Leaders, members, and supporters in City of York District Scouts and the Girlguiding County of North Yorkshire South. Family members are welcome.
The wonderful medieval, atmospheric Church (now under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust) has no electricity and is unheated, so come dressed appropriately and bring a torch or head torch to read the service sheet. Following the service anyone interested can join us for a Christmas drink.
