This week, Cubs started work towards their Disability Awareness badge. Cubs discussed the different types disability, including invisible ones. We learned to finger spell our names and to sing a song with Makaton signs. Then Cubs had a go at
It’s Christmas!
This week we had a whole group party to celebrate Christmas. Beavers, Cubs and Scouts had fun playing games and doing Christmas crafts. There were even mince pies and mulled wine for the parents. We asked the children to bring
Cubs Navigate In The Dark
This week, as part of their Navigator 2 badge, Cubs set off on a night hike. They had a set of written instructions to guide them through the route, and took it in turns to tell the group which way
Cubs Compass Points
This week, the Cubs have been completing their Navigator 1 badge and starting on Navigator 2. We learned the compass points and practised. The leaders then made it harder by using bearings instead of directions. Luckily the Cubs were quick
Christmas Sleepover 2018
Last weekend, 34 Beavers and Cubs headed to Shipton-On-Cherwell Village Hall for our annual Christmas Sleepover. Once everyone had arrived, everyone set about making themselves a packed lunch. Once everyone was ready we set off on our walk. During the
Tackley Remembers
This weekend, 1st Tackley and Heyford Scout Group were proud to lead the parade to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War 1. We were really proud to see so many Beavers, Cubs and Scouts representing the group.
Cubs Prepare for Parade
This week the Cubs worked on their Skills Challenge Awards by preparing for the Remembrance Parade on Sunday. They polished their shoes, ironed and rolled their neckers, and sewed buttons to make poppies for our wreath. Thank you to everyone
Tackley Fireworks Spectacular 2018
Our annual Fireworks Spectacular took place last weekend. Yet again we were lucky with the weather, and it was good to see so many people coming to enjoy the show and support the Scout Group. Our thanks must go to
Cubs Discover Tackley’s History
As part of their Local Knowledge Badge, Cubs visited the Tackley Through Time exhibition at St Nicholas’ Church. Cubs were able to see artefacts found in and around the village, as well as items loaned to the exhibition from local
Beavers and Cubs Go Wild
At the weekend, Beavers and Cubs were able to take part in a Uniform Day at the Cotswold Wildlife Park. We learned giraffes, rhino and zebra. We got up close to lemurs, did some crafts and played some games to