Irvine Scout Group set to expand after successful revival

And plans are in hand to expand as the 1st & 6th Ayrshire (Irvine) Scout Group prepare to celebrate their centenary this year.

Sadly, the group had to shut down during the pandemic due to a lack of volunteers.

But in November last year, the Scout Group relaunched with a Beaver Colony (ages 6-8) and Cub Pack (ages 8-10 ½).

(Image: 1st & 6th Ayrshire (Irvine) Scout Group) The move has proven a massive success with both sections running at full capacity. And there are 34 names on a waiting list desperate to join in the fun.

The group is now looking to expand by opening a Squirrel Drey (ages 4-5) and a second Cub pack due to the amount of demand for spaces.

And they hope to expand further, reactivating a Scout section for the cubs to progress into.

But they are still looking for a few more volunteers to help the movement grow in Irvine.

(Image: 1st & 6th Ayrshire (Irvine) Scout Group) The group meet at the Scout Hall in Parterre, next to the Volunteer Rooms. Beavers gather on Tuesdays with Cubs on Mondays and Fridays. The meetings are timed to work in conjunction with the nearby Bourtreehill Scouts Group.

A spokesperson for the Irvine group said: "If we get one or two more volunteers that would be ideal. 

"Being a scout leader is very rewarding. You come away shellshocked sometimes, but it is well worth it. 

"Research shows that young people in Scouting have better health and resilience and a 30 per cent higher chance of being employed when they leave education.

"They can also do their Duke of Edinburgh awards or Kings Scout awards with the group, which looks great on their CVS."