Adventure starts here.
1st Hartshorne Scout Group provides young people with skills for life, amazing memories, and the confidence to take on the world.
Our sections
All young people welcome
At 1st Hartshorne we run sections for young people from age 6 to 14. Whatever age your child is, there is a place for them here.
We believe every young person deserves the chance to discover their potential — to make friends, try new things, and have a brilliant time doing it. Our volunteers are fully trained and DBS checked.
Based in Hartshorne near Swadlincote, we welcome families from across South Derbyshire and the North West Leicestershire border — including Woodville, Midway, Newhall, Church Gresley, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Blackfordby, Moira, Boundary, Repton and Ticknall.
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6–8 years
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8–10½ years
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10½–14 years
Life at 1st Hartshorne
Capturing the adventure
Take a look at some of the things we've been up to recently. From community events to high-adrenaline activities, there's never a dull moment.
What we do
Skills for life, every week
From outdoor adventures to team games, our weekly sessions are packed with hands-on things to do. Each section enjoys activities and challenges suited to their age, plus badge work, friendships and plenty of fun — all led by trained, DBS-checked volunteers.
Days out, camps and special events run alongside the regular programme, so there's always something to look forward to.
Camps and adventures
Outdoor skills, confidence and memories
Scouting is not just about weekly meetings. Our young people get the chance to camp, explore outdoors, learn practical skills and take part in adventures throughout the year.
From pitching tents to cooking outdoors and spending time with friends, camps are a brilliant way to build confidence and independence.
Meeting times
When and where we meet
All meetings run weekly during term time. Please get in touch before your first visit so we can expect you.
Ages 6–8
Monday evenings
6:00pm – 7:15pm
St Peter's Church Hall
Ages 8–10½
Friday evenings
7:00pm – 8:30pm
St Peter's Church Hall
Ages 10½–14
Tuesday evenings
7:00pm – 9:00pm
From September 2026: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
St Peter's Church Hall
All meetings run during term time only.
What's coming up
Upcoming sessions
A look at what each section has planned over the next few weeks.
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Join us
Interested in joining?
Complete the form to register your interest and we will get back to you to arrange your first visit. We aim to reply within a few days.
- Open to all genders, backgrounds and abilities
- Qualified, DBS-checked adult volunteers
- Meetings run weekly during term time
- Uniform and kit guidance provided on joining
Thinking about volunteering?
We're always looking for adults to help lead our sections. No Scouting experience is needed — just enthusiasm. Get in touch and we can tell you more.
Already contacted us through scouts.org.uk? You do not need to fill this form in as well. If this is your first enquiry, use the form below and we will get back to you.
What happens next?
After you enquire
We reply to your enquiry
One of our volunteers will contact you to confirm the right section and talk through availability.
You arrange a first visit
We will let you know when to come along, what to expect, and anything your child needs to bring.
We share joining details
If your child joins, we will explain registration, subs, uniform and the information we need from you.
If there is a waiting list
If a section is full, we will explain the current position and keep your enquiry on record.
Contact
Get in touch
You can also reach us directly using the details below.
Manchester Lane
Hartshorne, Derbyshire
DE11 7BE