Pumas
1st Troop
- When we meet
- Thursdays during term time, 20:00–21:30
Ages 10½–14
Scouts
Scouts are open to young people aged 10½–14 years. Scouts meet weekly with some outdoor activities arranged at weekends and other times during the year. Scouts are encouraged to take part in an awards scheme through a number of challenges leading up to the Chief Scout's Gold Award, the highest award available in the age group.
Bigger challenges, bigger adventures
Scouts is open to young people aged 10½–14, picking up where Cubs leaves off with bigger challenges and more independence. Activities lean into real skill-building — caving, first aid, navigation, expeditions — alongside the teamwork and friendship that runs through every section.
Scouts work in patrols, taking on more responsibility for planning and leading activities themselves. It's where young people start to genuinely lead — not just take part.
The highest award a Scout can earn is the Chief Scout's Gold Award — a nationally recognised achievement that marks the completion of their Scout journey.
What Scouts get up to
Our programme covers six areas of life — so every Scout finds something they love.
Outdoor & Adventure
Caving, climbing, camping, and expeditions that push comfort zones in a good way.
World
International trips, community projects, and understanding the wider world.
Skills for Life
First aid, navigation, and practical skills built through hands-on scenarios.
Creative
Designing challenges, building kit, and problem-solving as a team.
Teamwork
Patrol-based activities that build leadership and rely on everyone pulling together.
Wellbeing
Building resilience, confidence, and independence through real challenges.
A typical meeting night
Meetings last around an hour and a half — longer for camps, expeditions, and trips.
Gathering
Scouts arrive, catch up with their patrol, and get set for the evening.
Opening
The Troop comes together, leaders set out the plan for the evening.
Main activity
Patrol challenges, skills practice, or a hands-on activity like first aid or caving prep.
Patrol time
Scouts work in their patrols — planning, problem-solving, and supporting each other.
Closing
The Troop wraps up, badges and achievements are recognised, and Scouts head home.
Our Troops
The 73rd Allestree has two Scout Troops, each with their own character and meeting night.
Jaguars
2nd Troop
- When we meet
- Fridays during term time, 19:30–21:00
How to join
Getting started is straightforward — here's what happens when you reach out.
Get in touch
Fill in our contact form and tell us your child's age and preferred Troop.
Come along
We'll invite you and your child to a taster evening — no commitment, just come and see.
Join the Troop
If everyone's happy, your child joins, makes the Scout Promise, and the adventure begins.
Common questions
- When can my child join?
- Scouts is open to young people aged 10½–14. If your child is moving up from Cubs, we'll arrange the transition for you.
- How often do they meet?
- Each Troop meets once a week, with additional weekend activities, camps, and expeditions through the year.
- What does it cost?
- There is a termly subscription fee covering programme activities, badge materials, and insurance. Camps and expeditions are charged separately. We never want cost to be a barrier — please ask us about support if needed.
- Is it safe — caving, climbing, that sort of thing?
- All activities are run by trained, qualified leaders following Scout Association safety guidelines. Risk assessments are carried out for every activity, and equipment is checked and maintained to a high standard.
- What if my child has additional needs or allergies?
- Let us know when you get in touch. Our leaders are trained to be inclusive and will work with you to make sure Scouts is a great experience for your child.
Ready to join Scouts?
Young people from age 10½ can join. Get in touch and we'll find the right Troop for your child and invite you to a free taster evening.