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Scout Hike across the Moors

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Had a fantastic evening hiking right across Ilkley Moor. The weather held out right until the end and all the scouts kept a good pace.

5km completed, navigation skills practiced, and all scouts in good spirits at the end; a cracking walk for a great evening!

Scouts win at the torch race again!

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After the last two torch races in Otley got canceled due to covid, we once again returned to our annual district race. Ilkley Explorers retained the trophy for the explorer race, and 1st BR Scouts retained our trophy for thhe scout race. Fantastic result for the group and cracking effort from everyone there. A really tough race and everyone gave their all for a fantastic result! We even got into the Ilkley Gazette

Troop Training Camp

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Fantastic Friday evening and Saturday morning spent practising a few of the basics we’re going to need for our upcoming camps. Great work from everyone getting all the jobs done in the short time we had.

Winter Hag Dyke

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Scouts have just returned from another fantastic winter weekend at our Hag Dyke hostel on the side of Great Whernside.

Fantastic Weather, great belated christmas feast, and an amazing walk!

Hall Hire

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The HQ building contains within it a hall that is available for hire.  It is suitable for children’s birthday parties, band practices and the like.  There is a decent kitchen which has a hob and an oven and is suitable for catering.

If you are interested in hiring the hall please contact us via the form at the bottom of the page

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    Scout Updates

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    • Parents evening for Summer Camp

      Parents evening is on Friday 8th June from 20:00 with a presentation from 20:30. This is a JOINT meeting of the Dark and Light Blue Troops.  No meeting on Wednesday. We look forward to seeing you on Friday evening. The Leaders

    • Summer Camp 2018

      Please find attached a letter and permission form regarding summer camp. Please return by the meeting on the 8th June Carsington Water Summer Camp Letter 2 Nights away & Health Form – Carsington Water 2018 Many thanks – The Leaders

    • Summer Term programme

      The new programme for the final term this year has been published. There are a couple of Joint meetings between Light and Dark Blue troops.

    • Clean sweep winners!

      In the Annual Torch race up the Chevin 1st Ben Rhydding put out two teams this year for the first time. Before the race there is an inspection for the smartest troop. As we were the current holders we wanted to retain the Torch and the award for smartest troop. Expectations for retaining the Torch…

    • Tonight’s Torch race teams

      To confirm there is nothing happening at the scout hut this evening. We are all meeting in Otley at the top of Station Road for 19:00 (finish and pick up at the top of the Chevin at 20:15). Can everyone wear full uniform. Those running can wear the kit underneath and bring a bag for…

    • St George’s day parade & celebration 2018

      Sunday 29th April 2018 Place: Ilkley Parish Church Meet:Ilkley Park/Riverside Gardens at 14:15 for 14:30 march off This is an important District occasion; please ensure that correct smart uniform is worn as we are on display to the public. As usual there will be a competition for the best turned out Group. We would like…

    • Clip n Climb – next Wednesday & Friday

      There are still places available for next weeks activity at Clip n Climb in Ilkley. LIGHT blue are going on Wednesday 21st. DARK Blue are going on Friday 23rd. Please arrive for 19:15 outside Clip n Climb with pick up being at 20:45 The cost is £5 per Scout please bring the money with you…

    • ***Cancelled*** Dick Hudsons to Cow n Calf

      Due to the weather forecast this evening the Leaders have taken the decision to cancel the walk on the Moors. We will look to re arrange in better weather. Please come to the Scout Hut as normal this evening in uniform and with a coat to go out. the Leaders

    • Dick Hudson to Cow n Calf night Hike

      This coming week each troop will be walking from Dick Hudson’s pub to the Cow and Calf. Light Blue Troop will be meeting at Dick Hudson’s pub at 19:30 on Wednesday 14th and will be back at the car park at the Cow and Calf by 21:15. Dark Blue Troop will be meeting at Dick Hudson’s…

    • Igloo evening

        This evening, with a change of plans to the programme, the scouts have mainly been playing in the snow making igloos with washing up bowls!!    

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    Scouts

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    Scouts

    1st Ben Rhydding Scouts is part of the Ben Rhydding (De Mohicanen) Scout & Guide Group.

    Our headquarters are on Wheatley Lane in Ben Rhydding and the scout section is for boys and girls aged 10½ to 14.

    Week in, week out, we do scouting as best we can; everything from camping to pioneering, and global issues to cooking.

    We help develop the young people of today into the best people they can be tomorrow.

    If you are interested in joining 1st Ben Rhydding Scouts please fill in this form or email scouts@1stbr.org.uk.

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      Ben Rhydding (De Mohicanen) Scout & Guide Group

      Ilkley Half Marathon Support

      The Scouts once again helped at Ilkley Half Marathon but running one of their water stations to keep the runner well hydrated. Luckily not as baking hot as…

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      Scouts Hag Dyke June 2023

      An absolutely fantastic weekend up at Hag Dyke! Weather was hot but a good breeze on the summit made it good for walking. Arrived up late on Friday…

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      Hag Dyke Volunteers

      Hag Dyke is run almost entirely by volunteers. Why not volunteer to help keep this beautiful hostel running.
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      A visit to Mountain Rescue

      Scouts managed to get the opportunity to visit Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association tonight. Learning about hill safety, how UWFRA keep people safe and help people in the…

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      Group


      1st Ben Rhydding (De Mohicanen) Scout & Guide Group is one of the largest Scouting and Guiding groups in Yorkshire with over 250 young people active in the various sections. Section meetings are held at the Group Headquarters in the picturesque village of Ben Rhydding in West Yorkshire.


      Try new things. Make new friends. Joining Beavers is just the beginning of your big adventure.

      • 6-8 Years old
      • Mixed Gender

      Develop new skills. Soar to great heights. Being a Cub opens up a whole other world.

      • 8-10½ Years old
      • Mixed Gender

      A fun and exciting programme for girls aged four to seven, it’s all about learning by doing


      Brownies is about trying new things that teach girls aged 7 to 10 about themselves, their community and their world


      Guides have an exciting and varied programme designed to inspire and challenge girls from 10-14


      Try more. See more. Do more. At Explorers, you’ll stand on your own two feet, and make memories to last a lifetime.

      • 14-18 Years old
      • Mixed Gender

      De Mohicanen


      Ben Rhydding Scout and Guide Group is particularly proud of the link it has with a Dutch Scout and Guide group in the Hague. This is where the De Mohicanen comes from in the Group name. The two groups hold joint summer camps 2 out of every 3 years (one in England and one in Holland). We have been keeping this link going since 1948!

      B E Autiful up Dale….

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      It’s a gorgeous day up the Dale and all the kids are out of bed outside and ready for the days activities!!