We help young people gain the skills they need to shine bright

Northampton District Scouts is one of six scouting Districts within the County of Northamptonshire and is the largest uniformed Youth organisation within the town.

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Northampton District Scouts is one of six scouting Districts within the County of Northamptonshire and is the largest uniformed Youth organisation within the town.

We change lives by offering 6 to 25-year-olds fun and challenging activities, unique experiences, everyday adventure and the chance to help others so that we make a positive impact in communities.

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Adult volunteers

The Scouts award-winning training scheme for volunteers means that adults get as much from Scouts as young people.

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Upcoming events

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Event
26th April 2025 District St Georges Day event – Overstone Scout Activity Centre
When

April, 2025

Time

All Day

Location

Overstone Scout Camping and Activity Centre

Event
District Trustee Board meeting (Interim)
When

06th May

Time

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Teams

Event
District Squirrel Leaders meeting
When

10th May

Time

10:30 am - 12:01 am

Location

Fernie Fields to be confirmed

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Dwayne Fields proudly holds the title of the UK's 11th Chief Scout

An explorer, adventurer and TV presenter, Dwayne's been seen in BAFTA nominated Channel 5 series Race to the Pole, on BBC Springwatch, Countryfile, National Geographic and Disney+.

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