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Aid to Lost Hikers

2 Young People from Lonsdale District, aid lost hikers in the Lake District A few weeks ago, Evelyn and Eleanor, 16, from Lonsdale District, were on a practice expedition and wild camping in the Lake District around the Scafell Pike area as they build their skills like resilience, initiative, and […]

Finance Officer – Lonsdale District Scouts

We seek to fill the key role of Finance Officer for this charity which supports those successfully delivering Scouting to over 1,400 young people in an area centred on the City of Lancaster.   The role encompasses all finance functions and is a voluntary one; appropriate expenses can be paid.   For more […]

District Good Service Awards Reception

The Lonsdale District Scouts Adult Awards Ceremony took place on 29 January 2023 at Leighton Hall, courtesy of our District Vice President Suzie Reynolds, in the presence of the Mayor of Lancaster Councillor Joyce Pritchard and Craig Dewar-Willox (County Commissioner). The Reception is a chance for us to mark the […]

Gerry Campbell – “Gone Home”

 I’ve just been advised by a relative of Gerry’s that he sadly passed away peacefully on New Year’s Day in the RLI. Older members will remember Gerry fondly for his time spent assisting with local Scouting and at our Littledale campsite. I will circulate funeral arrangements in due course for […]

Scouts’ Christmas Post Service

This Christmas card delivery service has been discontinued. Many thanks to all our loyal customers over the years but circumstances have dictated that it is no longer possible to provide the necessary cover to afford a satisfactory level of service throughout the District. The service had provided valuable income since […]