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Lest We Forget

Incredibly proud to see The Scouts at the forefront of remembrance again. At Morecambe, where I attended, members were extremely smartly turned out and a credit to all concerned. Shades of 1919 when Scouts were privileged to be able to guard the temporary Morecambe cenotaph set up close by on […]

Scouts’ Christmas Post

What is Scout Post? Scout Post is a scheme that offers the public of Lancaster, Morecambe, Carnforth and surrounding villages an opportunity to send Christmas Cards at a competitive cost  It has been in operation in the District for many years. How the scheme works Groups involved are issued stamps to sell in […]

Lonsdale District Social

Come and Join Us! At an evening to celebrate, amongst friends, all that we’ve achieved the last two years within Lonsdale District. Open to all adult volunteers, Network members and partners at the low cost of £22 pp which includes entrance, hot dinner, an excellent band and DJ. Hope you […]

The Search Is On!

Craig Dewar-Willox has previously extended his appointment as District Commissioner but has recently indicated to the County Commissioner that he wishes to stand-down [from the appointment] at the end of this year. We have formed a Search Group to help us find Lonsdale’s next District Commissioner; the search has already […]

Appointment GSL 5th Lancaster

Appointment of Group Scout Leader 5th Lancaster (Cathedral and St.Bernadette’s) Following an open search process, I have appointed David Saul as the next Group Scout Leader for 5th Lancaster. David will begin working alongside Mandy Sweet for a handover that will conclude in December. David will be known to all of […]

Appointment ADC (Activities)

Assistant District Commissioner (Activities) Following an open search process, led by Jon Minshull (Deputy DC), I am delighted to announce that I have appointed Judith Hunter as our next Assistant District Commissioner (ADC) for Activities. Judith will begin the role effective immediately. Judith will be known to many of you […]