North Hambleton District Scouts

We deliver Scouting across a wide geographical area on both sides of the A19, supporting young people from communities including Great Ayton, Stokesley, Northallerton, Romanby, Leeming, Bedale, Hillside and surrounding villages, our district covers both rural and semi‑urban communities, enabling us to provide inclusive and accessible opportunities for young people from a wide range of backgrounds ,this broad reach helps reduce barriers to participation, particularly for those living in isolated areas or facing limited access to youth provision.

We offer a comprehensive Skills for Life programme for young people aged 4 to 25. Through Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and our small but active Scout Network, we deliver age‑appropriate activities designed to build confidence, resilience, teamwork, communication, and leadership. Our programme encourages young people to take part in outdoor adventure, community action, and skill‑building opportunities that support their personal development and wellbeing.

As of January 2024, we support 409 young people across the district. This is made possible by 103 committed adult volunteers who deliver Scouting through 7 Scout Groups and 4 Explorer Units. Working collaboratively, our volunteers provide safe, high‑quality, and engaging youth provision that has a positive and lasting impact. They give young people the chance to try new experiences, develop practical skills, and form supportive friendships that help them thrive both inside and outside Scouting.

Demand for Scouting continues to grow across our communities, many families recognise the value of our programme, but increasing numbers place pressure on volunteer capacity, programme resources, and access to suitable meeting spaces. Some of our Groups currently operate with waiting lists or reduced capacity due to these constraints.

Investment will enable us to strengthen volunteer recruitment and retention, improve programme resources, and expand provision so we can reach more young people. Funding will help us engage those who may face additional barrierss uch as rural isolation, financial hardship, special educational needs, or limited access to local youth services, with support, we can broaden our impact, ensure sustainable growth, and give more young people across our district the opportunity to develop the Skills for Life they need to succeed.