We help young people gain the skills they need to shine bright

Are you aged 4-25 years old? See what Blackdown Scouts could offer you!

From Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers all the way to Network!

Welcome to Blackdown District

Blackdown District has 21 Groups based in the towns and villages spread across from Wiveliscombe in the west to Crewkerne in the east.

The numbers of young people involved in Scouting has never been higher and as the pandemic recedes we expect this demand to get even higher!

Volunteer!

There is a whole world of opportunities waiting for you when you volunteer with Blackdown Scouts whether you can offer a little time or a lot!

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Upcoming events

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Event
District Cub Camp 2025
When

06th Jun - 08th Jun

Time

All Day

Location

Huish Woods Scout Campsite, Taunton TA3 5RH, UK

Event
District Beaver Camp 2025
When

14th Jun 2025 - 15th Jun 2025

Time

All Day

Location

Huish Woods Scout Campsite, West Hatch, Taunton TA3 5RH, UK

Event
District Squirrel Day 2025
When

21st Jun 2025 - 22nd Jun 2025

Time

All Day

Location

Huish Woods Scout campsite, West Hatch, Taunton TA3 5RH, UK

Find your nearest group

Search for your nearest Scout Group by entering your postcode, or the town/city you're looking for, then hit search!

Joining

If you would like more information on joining please click here!

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Dwayne Fields proudly holds the title of the UK's 11th Chief Scout

An explorer, adventurer and TV presenter, Dwayne's been seen in BAFTA nominated Channel 5 series Race to the Pole, on BBC Springwatch, Countryfile, National Geographic and Disney+.

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