Welcome to 3rd Upminster

The group is made up of three sections – Beavers, aged 6 to 8, Cubs, aged 8 to 10½ and Scouts, aged 10½ to 14. Once Scouts reach 14, they are ceremoniously booted out of the group and unleashed on an unsuspecting Explorer Unit. Although Explorers is made up of members from across the district, links with the group are still maintained. Explorer Scouts are aged 14 to 18. Beyond this is Network whose members are aged 18 to 25.

At 3rd Upminster we have two beaver colonies, two cub packs, and one scout troop. Our group meets on a weekly basis, based mainly at Upminster Methodist Church but with one beaver colony and cub pack meeting at Upminster Trinity Church. Our dedicated leaders plan a varied programme that aims to let the young people have fun, make friends, learn new skills and to achieve their potential. Activities range from playing volleyball to learning how to use a knife and axe, from making Christmas cards to learning how to light fires, from bowling to planning a hike, from cooking to fundraising – the possibilities are endless.

In addition to these weekly meetings there are many activities that run during weekends and school holidays. Camping under canvas is one of the most enjoyable activities for leaders and children alike. The group is fortunate enough to be well equipped for this, allowing regular camps to be organised for all sections. We also take part in activities such as archery, shooting, kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, abseiling and go karting, sometimes whilst camping, sometimes in their own right.

The activities will of course depend on the age of the members – see the section pages for more specific programme details.