Scouting provides adventurous activities and personal development opportunities for 400,000 young people aged 6-25. Internationally, we have over 28 million young people enjoying the benefits of Scouting across 216 countries. Personal development means promoting the physical, intellectual, social and spiritual well-being of the individual, helping them achieve their full potential. In Scouting, we believe that young people develop most when they are 'learning by doing,' when they are given responsibility, work in teams, take acceptable risks and think for themselves.

Bob a job, dyb, dyb, dyb, boys in shorts and big hats: do the general public really know what modern Scouting is all about? The Scout kNOT Book has been designed to debunk some of the myths about the Movement...read the Scout kNOT book

Welcome to a new kind of Scouting. At the official site of The UK Scout Association you can find out about the organisation and use the site to find out how to get involved...read more

Scouting is open to all young people aged 6 to 25 of every faith and background. There are also plenty of opportunities for adults to become involved as Leaders, Assistants or Administrators. To help young people achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens and as Members of their local, national and international communities.