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Transforming our Volunteer Experience

From the transformation roadshow –  PURPOSE To gain a view of the upcoming changes, covering : Why we’re transforming volunteering What is changing?  A warmer welcome for everyone  More engaging learning  How we volunteer together  How is this being delivered  Read here 

Christine Dickinson – “Gone Home”

We have received the sad news that Christine Dickinson the Group President and long time Forton Cub Leader has died of a stroke. Such a lovely lady she will be much missed by all her family and friends. Any news of her funeral will be passed on as and when […]

Annual Review & AGM

The 48th Annual General Meeting of the Lonsdale District Scout Council took place on 22 June 2023 at the Banqueting Suite, Lancaster Town Hall. In the unavoidable absence of Mrs. Kath Bromilow MBE, District President, Tony Andrews, District Chair, welcomed everyone to the meeting including a number of invited guests. […]

District AGM and Review

To All Members, Lonsdale District Scout Council I hope that you will be able to join us for an evening of celebration at The Banqueting Room, Lancaster Town Hall, Lancaster LA1 1PJ on Thursday 22nd June 2023 Reception at 7 for 7.30 pm meeting. Members are invited to wear uniform. […]

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 […]