Welcome to our Group

This page is to help you get started with Scouting and answer common questions about membership. You'll find information about our group and the sections we run, as well as information about fees and uniforms. We're excited for your child to begin their Scouting adventure with us and look forward to welcoming you to the group.

Mary Mant

President, 5th Portsmouth Scout Group

We're delighted you're interested in joining our worldwide family of Scouts! At 5th Portsmouth, we believe in equipping young people with skills for life. Through fun adventures and activities, we help kids aged 6-14+ develop crucial skills like teamwork, leadership, and resilience.

It doesn't cost as much as you might think!

Membership fees (subs): £39 per term, covering insurance, hall hire, and equipment. A couple of things to be aware of:

fees cover membership rather than meetings, as such there are no refunds for meetings missed by a member;
anyone starting mid-term will be charged pro-rata for membership from when they join;
anyone leaving mid-term may be refunded on a case by case basis (to be agreed by the Section Team Leader);

Cashless system: We use online payments for membership fees and all event/camp related costs.

Non-Uniform items: Our unique Red activity tops (t-shirts and hoodies), replacement neckers, and spare woggles are available for purchase. We also run a Uniform Bank for pre-used items.

Here's what makes us special:

Three Sections: We offer age-appropriate programs for Beavers (6-8 yrs), Cubs (8-10.5 yrs), and Scouts (10.5-14 yrs), meeting Monday evenings at St James' Church Hall.
Exciting Activities: From kayaking to coding, we offer a diverse range of activities that build character, employability, and practical skills.
Achievement & Recognition: We celebrate milestones through badges and awards, encouraging progress and a sense of accomplishment.
Camps & Events: We organize special events like camps, hikes, and more, creating lasting memories and fostering a sense of community.
Safety First: We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of all young people. Our leaders undergo training and background checks, and we encourage parent involvement in safeguarding.

What to wear

If you are coming along for a taster session, just wear something comfortable and neat.

Many new members wear their school polo shirt and school trousers/skirt.

Shortly before you are invested as a member is the time to buy uniform.

BEAVER SCOUTS

Official turquoise uniform sweatshirt*
Navy / dark activity trousers (or shorts)
Appropriate footwear (school shoes/trainers)

CUB SCOUTS

Official dark green uniform sweatshirt*
Navy / dark activity trousers
Appropriate footwear (school shoes)

SCOUTS

Official teal green uniform shirt*
Navy / dark activity trousers
Appropriate footwear (dark / black shoes)

*official uniform item for the section, other items are suggested / preferred

Everyone also wears a Group Scarf (also called a necker) and a leather woggle or slider. You are encouraged to have a red 5th Portsmouth activity t-shirt to help preserve the life of the official uniform, but this is not required.

Find out more about uniform and badges at scouts.org.uk

Young people first: safeguarding and safety in Scouting

Wherever we go and whatever we do, we put young people’s safety and well-being first. Find out more about safeguarding in Scouts.

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