Unless it says differently Hopkins Cubs (Tuesday) and Walton Cubs (Thursday) start at the Scout Hut at 7.00pm and finish at the Scout Hut at 8.30pm. The Scout Hut will be open 15 minutes before pack night starts and Cubs should arrive no later than 5 minutes before the start time. All Cubs need to wear full and correct uniform and bring a waterproof coat.
Cubs Newsletter – April to June 2023
Meeting nights
Hopkins Cubs
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04/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Easter night
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11/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Animal care night
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18/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
St George's day
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25/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Skills night
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02/05/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
King's coronation
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09/05/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Cooking night
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16/05/2023
Grey Hound pub, Sutton Stop
19:00 - 20:30
Canal walk
Drop off at the Grey Hound pub, pick up from the Scout Hut
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23/05/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Navigation skills
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30/05/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Fire lighting
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06/06/2023
Rough Close, Coventry
19:00 - 20:30
Games night
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13/06/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Crafty night
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20/06/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Camping skills night
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27/06/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Environmental badge
Walton Cubs
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06/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Easter night
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13/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Animal care night
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20/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
St George's day
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27/04/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Skills night
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04/05/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
King's coronation
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11/05/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Cooking night
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18/05/2023
Grey Hound pub, Sutton Stop
19:00 - 20:30
Canal walk
Drop off at the Grey Hound pub, pick up from the Scout Hut
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25/05/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Navigation skills
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01/06/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Fire lighting
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08/06/2023
Rough Close, Coventry
19:00 - 20:30
Games night
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15/06/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Crafty night
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22/06/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Camping skills night
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29/06/2023
Scout Hut
19:00 - 20:30
Environmental badge
Camps & activities
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Saint George’s Day Parade 2023
Saint George’s Day Parade 2023
Date & time
23rd April 2023 1:45 pm to 4:15 pm
Location
This year St George’s Day will be a bit different.
What?
We’ll be doing a short parade into Riversley Park, where we will meet up with the rest of Nuneaton District for something a little bit different to usual. We’ll then do a short parade back to our starting point.
Who?
This St George’s Day event is for all members to attend in full smart uniform. All Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and uniformed adults are expected to attend unless they have a very good reason not to attend. Anyone unable to attend is expected to contact Andy before the start of the Parade.
Parents are welcome to stay and watch the event, which will take place in the park near the band stand.
Uniform?
All members are to wear full, smart uniform (smart trousers e.g. school trousers, no jeans etc. and school type shoes, not trainers).
If the weather is dry we will not be wearing coats. Please wear a smart waterproof coat if it is raining or looks like it will rain on the day.
Drop off & pick up
1st Bedworth will be meeting at this point here, at The Pingles, Nuneaton. We’re meeting at 1:45pm ready for a 2pm parade.
Pick up from the same point at around 4:15pm.
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District Camp 2023 - Fully booked
District Camp 2023
Fully booked
Date & time
12th May 2023 6:00 pm
14th May 2023 4:00 pm
Total cost
£50 payable by 24th April 2020
Deposit
£15 payable by 30th March 2023
Location
This will be a brilliant camp which will see Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and adults from most of the Scout Groups in Nuneaton District camping together for a weekend of fun and activities.
Activities may include zip wire, pedal karts, archery, shooting, abseiling, climbing, kayaking , rafting and much more. All of the meals will be cooked in a central ‘cookhouse’ by a catering team so that everyone taking part can have the maximum amount of time on activities. The £50 camp fee includes all activities, food and camp fees.
Parents will need to arrange transport to and from Willesley Scout Camp which is in Leicestershire.
We are also looking for a number of parents who would like to join us for the weekend to help us with catering, activities and supervising the youngsters as our leadership team will be at full stretch helping to provide the many activities during the weekend. The cost for parent volunteers is just £15 to cover food & camp fees costs only. Please speak to Andy for more information.
Who?
This camp is open to all members of the Group.
How do I book on?
Please fill out the permission form and make a BACS payment as normal.
Activity payments
We are currently not able to accept any cash payments. Our preferred method of payments are via bank (BACS) transfer. If you cannot do a bank transfer we do have an alternative cash free method available if necessary.
Please put the reference as the activity name and your child’s name and then email Luke at [email protected] once the payment has been made.
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Race Night 2023 - Cancelled
Race Night 2023
Cancelled
Date & time
16th June 2023 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Total cost
£3 payable by 9th June 2023
Information sheets
Location
All members, parents, member’s family and friends are all invited to come and join the fun of a family night at the races. This is one of the group’s most popular events of the year!
On Friday 16th June, we are holding our Annual Race Night and invite all members, parents, member’s family and friends to come and join in the fun of a Family night at the races. The venue is ‘The Saunders’ in Saunders Avenue in Bedworth.
Doors will open at 7.00pm ready for the first race to start at 7.30pm. The cost of tickets are Adults £3, Children £1.50, which includes a buffet. All tickets for this event will need to be purchased in advance, so we can order all the food in advance. Tickets will be given out once the booking form and payment has been received.
Please book your tickets here: https://forms.gle/d9FprfSks6dsBoWA7
Cost
Adults: £3
Children: £1.50Ticket prices include a buffet. Please use the booking form to book your tickets.
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Cub Evolution camp 2023 - Fully booked
Cub Evolution camp 2023
Fully booked
Date & time
30th June 2023 5:00 pm
2nd July 2023 3:30 pm
Total cost
£80 payable by 9th April 2022
Deposit
£25 payable by 9th March 2022
Information sheets
The event has completely evolved this year with the age ranges changing to allow us to welcome Cubs and Brownies to Cirencester Park! If you’re an Explorer or Ranger don’t worry – we’d love to see you at Strategy!
The main event – can you evolve to the challenge ahead?
After our first ever Cub and Brownie Evolution, we are super excited to welcome you back for Evolution 2023!
We’ve listened to your feedback and we are making this year bigger and better than the last. Some of last year’s bases ranged from First aid to Supermarket Sweep and Duck Racing to Beat the Goalie. Who knows what this year will hold but trust us you are going to need all of your physical stamina and guiding/scouting skills. Are you up for the challenge?
The Rest of the weekend
Camping in the beautiful Cirencester Park there is a host of Friday and Saturday evening entertainment – from sports fields and a disco; to a traditional fayre, skill workshops and giant inflatables on Sunday morning – there will be lots to keep you entertained!
Who?
This camp is open to all Cubs in the group.
Transport?
Cubs will be travelling to Evolution on a minibus. Drop off at the Scout Hut at 5pm on 30th June and pick up at 3:30pm on 2nd July.
How do I book on?
To book on please fill in a health form and pay the deposit.
Activity payments
We are currently not able to accept any cash payments. Our preferred method of payments are via bank (BACS) transfer. If you cannot do a bank transfer we do have an alternative cash free method available if necessary.
Please put the reference as the activity name and your child’s name and then email Luke at [email protected] once the payment has been made.
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Family Camp 2023
Family Camp 2023
Date & time
14th July 2023 6:00 pm
16th July 2023 3:00 pm
Total cost
£50 payable by 30th June 2023
Deposit
£20 payable by 30th April 2023
Location
Are you looking for an adventure? Why not bring the family to Family Camp 2023?
Come and join us for Family Camp 2023! This activity camp is perfectly suited for all of the family, young and old. Come along and try something new and experience the thrills that your youngsters get from our active programme all year round.
Before paying deposits we are asking all adults to complete their DBS paperwork and hand it in along with documents needed when paying the deposit. This it to help avoid any disappointment.
Activities
This year we will be taking advantage of the camp site specific activities including things like:
Come and join the adventure!
Dates: 14th – 16th July 2023
Cost: £50 per person
Deposit: £20/per person due by the end of AprilThis includes camp fees, activities & food. If you need to borrow a tent please indicate on the reply slip.
All adults attending will need to complete a DBS check free of charge through the Scout Association. Before paying deposits we are asking all adults to complete their DBS paperwork and hand it in along with documents needed when paying the deposit. This it to help avoid any disappointment.
If you have any questions then please don’t hesitate to get in touch by either speaking to one of the Section Leaders or emailing [email protected]. We’re looking forward to seeing you all there!
Who?
This camp is open to all members of the Group and their whole family.
How do I book on?
Please fill out the permission form and make a BACS payment as normal.
Activity payments
We are currently not able to accept any cash payments. Our preferred method of payments are via bank (BACS) transfer. If you cannot do a bank transfer we do have an alternative cash free method available if necessary.
Please put the reference as the activity name and your child’s name and then email Luke at [email protected] once the payment has been made.
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Cub summer camp 2023
Cub summer camp 2023
Date & time
4th August 2023 7:00 pm
7th August 2023 4:00 pm
Total cost
£60 payable by 28th July 2023
Deposit
£15 payable by 23rd June 2023
Location
The cost of this camp includes food, camp fees and activities. An exciting weekend camp at Rough Close Scout Campsite in Coventry. We will be camping in tents and cooking on wood fires. The activities will be based around a ‘survival’ style. We will also be enjoying some adventurous activities based on the site.
We will be sleeping under canvas for three nights with an action packed programme of activities.
Who?
This camp is open to all Cubs in the Group.
Transport?
Unfortunately we cannot provide transport for this camp. Parents/carers will need to drop off and pick up from Rough Close Campsite.
How do I book on?
To book on please pay your deposit and fill in the health form.
Activity payments
We are currently not able to accept any cash payments. Our preferred method of payments are via bank (BACS) transfer. If you cannot do a bank transfer we do have an alternative cash free method available if necessary.
Please put the reference as the activity name and your child’s name and then email Luke at [email protected] once the payment has been made.