We’re really pleased to share the Vale of Clwyd District events programme for 2026. There’s a great mix of competitions, camps, and activities for all sections across the year, with plenty of opportunities for young people to develop skills, work…
Introducing our new Youth Leads!
We’re excited to announce that Vale of Clwyd Scouts now has two new District Youth Leads – Isaac Jones and Joseph Steel. Both bring fresh energy, passion, and first-hand experience of scouting in Rhyl and across the district. They’ll be working closely with our leadership…
Chief Scout’s Platinum Award Presented on Prestatyn Beach
Last night, under the evening sky on the beach outside the Nova in Prestatyn, Vova Dzhulai, aged 16, of Gwylanod Explorer Scouts was presented with his Chief Scout’s Platinum Award by District Lead Volunteer, Jacob Jones. The presentation formed part of a special…
2nd Rhyl Cub Joseph Crowe Receives Chief Scout’s Silver Award at Camp Clwyd
Ten-year-old Joseph Crowe from 2nd Rhyl Scouts was beaming with pride this weekend as he was awarded the prestigious Chief Scout’s Silver Award during Camp Clwyd – a celebration that brought together Cubs from across the district. The Chief Scout’s Silver Award is the highest honour…
Celebrating 25 Years of Service – Thank You, Russell Williams
This year marks an incredible milestone for Russell Williams of 1st Carmel, who is celebrating 25 years of service to Scouting in Carmel and the wider Vale of Clwyd. Over the past two and a half decades, Russell has played a vital role in shaping the lives of…
Local Scout Volunteer Honoured for Brave Actions Following Serious Road Incident
A local Scout leader has been formally recognised for his courageous actions during a serious road traffic collision earlier this year. Tony Johnson, Group Lead Volunteer for 1st Denbigh Scout Group, was awarded a Commissioner’s Commendation in front of his Cubs and…
Rhuddlan Scout Leaders Honoured for Decades of Dedicated Service
Last night, the Mayor of Rhuddlan, Val Simmons, had the honour and privilege of presenting two Outstanding Achievement Awards on behalf of Rhuddlan Town Council to long-serving leaders of the 1st Rhuddlan Scouts. Between them, Des and Royston have dedicated…
Awards Success for Vale of Clwyd Volunteers and Young People
Earlier this month Clwyd Area Scouts ran their annual awards night. This year it was held in the Grove Park Theatre, Wrexham. As one of the districts within Clwyd, the Vale of Clwyd Scouts were proud to see several of…
Explorer Scout represents District at Westminster Abbey
Joseph Steel from Bobcats Explorers represented Vale of Clwyd Scouts at a national service of Celebration and Thanksgiving in Westminster Abbey. Read the full run down written by David Morris (Clwyd Scouts) here: On Founders Day, 22 February, a service…
Meet your new District Lead Volunteer!
Hi there, My name is Jacob, and I’m the new District Lead Volunteer (formerly known as District Commissioner) for the Vale of Clwyd. I’ve been part of Scouting since I was six years old, starting as a Beaver. Over the…
