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27th September 2026 - Chief Scout Gold Award

1st Wentwood Scout Troop are pleased to announce the presentation of the Chief Scout Gold Award to Scout, Zoe Lakelin.

The Chief Scout Gold award is the highest award that a Scout can achieve and requires a lot of hard work and determination by those that receive it.

The award was presented to Zoe in front of 200 Scouts, leaders and helpers at the presentation ceremony for Gwentrek 2026 by Ian Henson - Group Lead Volunteer, 1st Wentwood Scout Group.
The leaders, helpers and trustees would like to congratulate Zoe on achieving this top award.

25th to 27th September 2026 - Gwentrek 2026

Two teams from our Scout troop entered Gwentrek 2026, which this year was held in Gilwern and the surrounding countryside. A supported team of our younger members teamed up with Scouts from 26th Newport Scout Group and 1st Marshfield Scout Group to make up a team of 6 Scouts for the GT competition. We also entered a team of 6 Scouts in the GT+ competition who competed unsupported throughout the weekend. Both teams completed all tasks using skill and determination to achieve the goals set for them. Although not being placed in the top three places for their level of competition they enjoyed themselves and the leaders are proud to say they all competed with the determination that will stand them in good stead for the future. Well done Scouts.

September 2026 - New Donation received

1st Wentwood Scout Group are grateful to Penhow Community Council for their recent financial donation towards us putting on the Annual Firework Display. Also, for the grant we have received towards replacing the doors on our headquarters The Pike Den. The support we receive from Penhow Community Council is vital to us in making events and projects the success they are.

August 2026 - Storeroom refitted with brand new shelving

During a late spring clear out, we found we needed to upgrade our shelving to make it more substantial and better suited to our needs. Supported by the generosity of ALS Trading, who provided all the materials and labour required, free of charge, we were able to achieve our goal. We now have shelving that will last for many years and support us in providing adventure to our members. A huge thank you to Adam and his team for their help and support.

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