Introduction to the Group

1st Richmond (St. Matthias) is a thriving Scout Group offering Squirrel, Beaver, Cub and Scout Sections for both girls and boys. Section Meetings take place each week during normal school term-time. We are based in Richmond-upon-Thames in Surrey.

Squirrel Dreys

Squirrel Dreys are designed for girls and boys from age 4 to 6 and we have one Drey.

Beaver Colonies

Beaver Scout Colonies are designed for girls and boys from age 6 to 8 and we have one Colony.

Cub Scout Packs

Cub Scout Packs are designed for girls and boys from age 8 to 10½ and we have one pack. In addition to the weekly meetings, Cubs are invited to attend the weekend Borough Camp, usually held in July each year.

Scout Troops

Scout Troops are designed for girls and boys from age 10½ to 14. We have one troop. In addition to the weekly meetings, Scouts are invited to attend the weekend Borough Camp (as above).  Also, several other camps, often including one foreign camp are offered in the Summer vacation.

Explorer Scouts

Explorer Units are run by the District Scout organisation (Richmond upon Thames) and do not form part of individual Scout Groups. However most Scout Groups maintain close links with particular Explorer Units.
Explorer Scouts is designed for youngsters from age 14 to 18 and much of what they do is focused towards achieving the Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards