Highlighted by its absence from this year’s carnival, the sad fact is that none of us are getting younger, and our time is taken up with other things going on in our lives to name but a couple of reasons. If we were able to increase our numbers by just 50% we wouldn’t have to …
Stanley’s Own Centenary band urgently need more new members, it’s official and fact. Read More »
Most of you will have seen us out and about in the community throughout June at one of the four events we played at – Jubilee Beacon lighting parade, Jubilee family fun day, Copythorne Carnival or Saint Mary’s church fete. All of them were a great success even with low numbers of us at most …
We have been meeting alternate weeks during the exams which is working well. This week we made cardboard boat box boats… big enough to sit in and paddle around the pond at Ferny Crofts. We tried it last year for the first time and were astonished they floated. This year they were even better. We …
Well done to the scouts who took part in the carnival weekend, I am not sure what happened with the judging this year but despite the best efforts of the troop this year spoils went to King troop – although it was a great float and worthy winners! We must try a little harder I …
Hello again from king HQ, hope everyone is keeping well an enjoying the amazing weather. The troop continues to grow in numbers so I guess finally we must be doing something right at last. What a month it’s been since the last report – finally the return of our beloved carnival. It did mean scouting …
Firstly apologies for no report last month, but in brief, the end of April was filled with the fun of group camp. We had 14 Cubs joined for the three days, for many it was the first time sleeping away from home, as for these Cubs sleepovers at home with family and friends haven’t happened …
We have had a busy term so far with a couple of new Beavers joining us so welcome Charlie and Alfie – also Edmund did come along for a few weeks but other commitments mean he has moved over to Cadnam River so brilliant he is keen to stay at Beavers. We have had Miles …
Pugh, Pugh, Barney McGrew, Cuthbert, Dibble and Grub Read More »
What a fabulous carnival weekend we had! The weather was perfect and people came out in their droves after two years of absence. The floats were wonderful and I know from experience how hard and time consuming the task is. Thank you to all concerned and I am sure that more detailed accounts will be …
Many thanks to everybody who helped plan, took part, attended and helped clear up after this year’s carnival weekend – a fantastic weekend filled with family fun – just what was needed after the last couple of years that we have missed. The plans for next year’s will be starting soon, if there is anyone …
