News

Helicopter visit - Monday 24th July

Unfortunately due to the situation in the Lebanon the Royal Navy have had to withdraw their Merlin helicopter from its visit to us. This means we have had to cancel the event. We hope to put the event on again next year as part of the Scouting Centenary celebrations in 2007. (20/07/2006)

Group Fayre success

This years Group Fayre was another success. Despite lower visitor numbers than previous years we still managed to take in excess of £1000. A big thank you top all those who helped out and to all those who came. We hope to see you again next year. (09/07/2006)

Hannah hands over

Hannah our Scout leader has left her leading role at the 5th but she will still be about! Hannah has understandably decided that following the birth of her son last year and after returning to work she cannot continue being Scout Leader. Fortunately we have an able Assistant Scout Leader, Russell who has agreed to be her replacement. Our thanks to Hannah who will still be seen helping out at various times and events as the 5th is 'in her blood'. Not to mention that she is bringing up our youngest person on the Beaver waiting list!! (23/02/2006)

Top Cub

Kieran W. has achieved the Chief Scout Silver Award, the top award in Cubs. As well as meeting all the other requirements he gained 5 Cub Challenge Awards! Well done Kieran. (23/02/2006)

Akela's Award

Sue Astles better known as our Akela was awarded her 15 year long service award by Assistant District Commissioner for Cubs, Sue Ranscombe, at a recent cub meeting. Congratulations Sue and thank you from everyone involved at the 5th for the countless hours you have put in over the 15 years and the fun you have given to a pretty large number of lads. (23/02/2006)

2006 Group Fete date announced

This years Group Fete will be on 8th July at St. Stephen's Church. (16/02/2006)

Group Beetle Drive

We are having another Group Beetle drive on the 18th March. Fun for all the family. Prizes for the overall winners, spot prizes, a raffle and food too. See your section Leaders for forms for tickets. (12/02/2006)

Worcester District Scout Show cancelled

Unfortunately due to the lack of numbers available to take part in the District Scout show it has had to be cancelled. (05/02/2006)

Worcester District Scout Show dates

Worcester District are organising a Scout Show again this year. All Scouting members aged from 8 upwards can take part, there are no auditions. Rehearsals start on Sat 7^th Jan 2006. The main shows are on Thurs 20^th-Sat 22^nd April at the Norbury Theatre in Droitwich. (16/12/2005)

Diamond Jubilee launch event announced

2006 is the 60th anniversary of the 5th Worcester Sea Scout Group. The first event for this Diamond Jubilee year will be a talk by Richard Wood about his experiences rowing across the Atlantic. Click here for more details. (04/12/2005)

Working party successes

A team of about 15 people carried out various repair works to the HQ on Saturday. The new windows have had protective grills put on them and the lean-to shed was given a much needed coat of preservative. The front fence had six posts replaced and a further seven will be needed to finish it off. The "lost" shed was found by the removal of a massive briar patch that had built up over the years. We had not been able to get to this second shed for over five years and many members have never seen it. Thanks to all those who attended and see you next time... (09/10/2005)

Landing stage and slipway closed

Unfortunately due to the ravages of the river over the past few years the landing stages and the slipway have had to be closed until further notice. Negotiations are under way with various interested parties to raise the money required to build a new landing stage and repair the slipway. (22/09/2005)

Group Fayre photos

Photos from the Group Fayre are available in the Scout Album 2005 section. (25/07/2005)

Cubs 3rd in Worcester District Sports Day

A team of Cubs from the 5th Worcester came third out of 10 teams at the Worcester District Sports Day. See Cubs Album 2005 for photos. (07/05/2005)

District Carol Service date changed

The Worcester District Carol service has been changed from 12th December to Monday 19th December. This is to fit in with the Cathedral's schedule. (23/03/2005)

Cubs win Worcester District Orienteering Competition

A team of four Cubs from the 5th Worcester won the annual Worcester District Orienteering Competition on the Old Hills. This is the first time the 5th has won this competition. A reduced team of a further three Cubs came joint second. Congratulations to all of them for bringing back our first trophy in quite a while. (20/03/2005)

RYA Powerboat Level 2 successes

Three Leaders and one Executive member have passed their RYA Powerboat Level 2 test after a two-day course at Upton Warren outdoor centre. This is the first part of an ongoing campaign to raise the technical skills within the Group in order to be able to get the Scouts out on the river more often. (06/03/2005)