We’d like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who donated their textiles to the Penistone Scouts’ 2019 World Scout Jamboree fundraiser. We’ve had a fabulous response and estimate to have about two tonnes of textiles! Once we’ve established…
Mount Kilimanjaro for Diabetes UK – a successful trip
We shared news recently about our recently retired Group Scout Leader (Steve Roach) and daughter (Susie Roach – a Penistone Cub Leader) heading to Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Diabetes UK. We’re delighted to hear they’ve smashed both their…
Empty those cupboards in time for Christmas!
Here’s an opportunity to have a clear out of your unwanted textile items whilst also helping to raise funds for a very good cause – helping members of Penistone Scouts on their way to the Jamboree next year. If you…
Thurlstone Gala – we need your donations please
This year both Millstones & Raptors will be supporting the Thurlstone Gala which raises us, much need, extra funds that we are able to spend directly on both our sections. The Gala will be held on Saturday 14th July, between…
Tour de Jamboree a sub-event of Tour de Yorkshire, with cake!
Penistone Scout Group will be manning a refreshments stall in Penistone’s Market Barn for this year’s Tour de Yorkshire on Friday 4th May. A selection of hot and cold drinks, cakes and sweets will be available to purchase between 11 am and about 5 pm.
Mother’s Day afternoon tea a hit
Scouts from our jamboree team, coordinated by Sarah and Karen, held a Mother’s Day afternoon tea across two sittings this past Saturday. The scout hut looked so nice with vintage china tableware and bunting. Everyone enjoyed their afternoon tea! A…
Mothers day tea (Fundraiser)
Our scout jamboree contingent has arranged a fundraising event at the scout hut for mothers day. We have a specific event page for this; however, please find details below and be sure to book your tickets soon. Photo image credit:…
Christmas Tree collection – Thank you, thank you, thank you
T’was mid-December ’17 when we asked our lovely local community (you lot!) if they’d any use for a Christmas Tree collection and recycling service. It’s now the end of the big mulch; whilst we’re aching, tired and wondering how long…
2018 – The year to get wet?
A huge THANK YOU on behalf of PENISTONE SCOUT GROUP to ‘Blackstone Edge Wind Farm Community Benefits Fund’ for the award of a grant, which will enable to the group to purchase kayaks, wetsuits, paddles, flotation aids, helmets, a kayak…