Cubs is for young people aged 8–10½ who are ready for more adventure, more independence and more chances to try new things with friends.

They build on the fun of Beavers with extra challenges, new skills and plenty of chances to explore the outdoors.

What do Cubs do?

Cubs get involved in a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities. Across the year, the programme might include:

• Hikes, wide games and nights exploring the local area
• Campfires, outdoor cooking and basic survival skills
• Team challenges, problem solving and leadership games
• Water activities and adventurous trips (where available)
• Community projects and helping others
• Working towards activity badges and Challenge Awards

Cubs can earn a huge range of badges and awards, including the Chief Scout’s Silver Award, by joining in, supporting others and trying their best.

When and where we meet

New Cubs usually join from Beavers or from our waiting list. If your child hasn’t been involved in Scouts before, that’s absolutely fine — we’ll help them settle in.

Costs, uniform and support

We want Cubs to be accessible to as many families as possible.

• Subs and payments: Subs help cover things like programme materials, badges, hall costs and insurance.
• Uniform: Cubs usually wear a green Cub sweatshirt and our group necker.
• Keeping it affordable: If cost is ever a barrier — for subs, camps, events or uniform — please talk to us in confidence.

Full details about subs, how to pay, uniform and the financial support we can offer are on our Parent Information page.

Moving on to Scouts

As Cubs get older, they start getting ready to move up to Scouts (10½–14 years).

We make moving on feel like a natural step — with joint activities, visits to Scouts and plenty of time to get to know the next section.

Ready to join Cubs?

Meet the Cubs Section Team

Aimee

Cubs Section Lead Volunteer

Aaron

Cubs Section Team Member

Tom

Cubs Section Team Member

Saxon

Cubs Section Team Member

Dylan

Cubs Section Team Member

Photo placeholder

Adult Volunteer – Vacancy

Support the Cubs team

Volunteering is flexible — give as much or as little time as you can. Join our Cubs Section Team or support the group in other ways.

Volunteer with us