The Scout Association

Who we are

We prepare young people with skills for life.

We're Scouts and everyone is welcome here. Every week, we help almost half a million people aged 4-25 develop skills for life. We celebrate difference and welcome everyone; whatever your background, identity or ability, there’s a volunteer spot with your name on it.

Volunteering can be a brilliant way to boost your mental wellbeing. It’s a great feeling knowing you’re helping young people get skills for life, and you might even learn a lot about yourself along the way. 

Scouts can make you feel good in other ways too. We’ll guide you to an opportunity where you’ll: 

• Make friends and meet people 
• Try new things and challenge yourself 
• Get outdoors and get stuck in 
• Positively impact your community 
• Create vital opportunities for young people 
• Make memories that'll last a lifetime

Are you ready to join the adventure?