Crawfordsburn Scout Centre

Sat 6 JunCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

First Aid Training

Get hands-on and be ready when it really matters. South Down District are running a full-day course in Banbridge. It’s essential training for all leaders and a great chance to build practical skills. If you know you need it, why not go for it now and get it ticked off your list? Just bring a packed lunch, plenty of energy and be ready to get stuck in. Save the date!

Sat 6 Jun11:30Crawfordsburn Activity Centre

Around £6

Scouts Monopoly Run

Put your skills to the test in the ultimate citywide challenge! The Monopoly Run returns on 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, bringing teams of young people (𝗽𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗮 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿) into a fast-paced game of clue-solving and exploration across 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗵. The run is only £6 per team. Teams should include 3-6 young people. Each team must have its own accompanying leader. You can enter a maximum of 4 teams per Scout Group. Please sign-up below:

Thu 11 JunCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

Board

Scouts NI Board Meeting Location: Crawfordsburn Activity Centre Time: TBC

Sat 13 JunCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

DLV Meeting

Our Strategy to 2035 will help us keep the focus on what we do best - giving young people a place to belong and giving them the skills to thrive.

Sat 13 Jun10:00Crawfordsburn Activity Centre

Bushscout.UK Comes to Crawfordsburn

A full day outdoors. New challenges. Real skills for life. Are you a leader lacking confidence in Safe use of Knives? Do you need to demonstrate competence to convince your GLV to allow you to teach Beavers Fire Lighting? Are your Cubs saying “no more s’mores!” Come along to a Bushscout Skills Day and we will teach you skills around traditional practical skills that your young people will love to learn. Leaders will spend the day outside, learning practical bushcraft skills, working as a team and building confidence by doing. From activities with natural materials to problem‑solving together, this event is a chance to try something new in a safe, supportive environment. Places are limited. Click here to secure your place and find full details, including timings, who the event is for and what to bring.

Fri 26 JunCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

Explorer Belt 2026

Event Details: Location: France Dates: 14 days between 26 June and 12 July 2026 (Exact dates will be confirmed by early October and may vary) Cost: £950 per person Age Range: 18–24 (Participants must be 18 before 30 June 2026 and under 25 by 18 July 2026) Looking for: Up to 30 participants Leaders to support the international experience A potential information evening will be held for those who register interest. This is your chance to be part of an unforgettable adventure with Scouts NI – developing skills for life, making international connections, and creating lifelong memories. Closing date to express interest: End of April 2025 Please express your interest below!

Mon 6 JulCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

Summer Scheme

The Crawfordsburn Summer Scheme runs across July and August, giving young people the chance to get outdoors, try new things and have loads of fun in a safe, supportive environment. Participants will take part in a wide range of exciting outdoor activities, including bushcraft, campfire cooking, zip lining, canoeing, rock wall climbing, den building, scavenger hunts, nature crafts and go‑karting. Every day is about learning by doing, building confidence and making new friends. There are two booking options available: The standard Crawfordsburn Summer Scheme, with full weeks running on selected dates throughout July & August The Crawfordsburn Summer Scheme with Dragonfly Adventures, offering additional experiences, with full‑week or individual‑day bookings available (20-24 July & 17-21 August) Both options allow parents/guardians to book individual days or full weeks. Select a booking option below: Crawfordsburn Summer Scheme Crawfordsburn Summer Scheme with Dragonfly Adventures

Mon 20 JulCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

Blair Atholl 2026

About Blair Atholl 2026

Mon 20 JulCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

DofE Gold Residential

Give it a go. Meet your people. Make it a week to remember. Looking for something different this summer? This is your chance to try something new, meet new people and make memories that’ll stick with you long after the week ends. Come along to Crawfordsburn Activity Centre for a week packed with adventure, teamwork and good vibes. You’ll get stuck into loads of activities, help out around site, and spend time with other young people who are all working towards their Gold DofE – just like you. What to expect Adventurous outdoor activities Team challenges and shared experiences Helping out on site with hands-on tasks A relaxed, chilled evening to hang out and get to know everyone New friendships and skills for life When it’s happening Each residential runs Monday-Friday: 20 – 24 July 27 – 31 July 3 – 7 August 10 – 14 August 17 – 21 August Key info £200 per person Gates open from 09:00 on arrival day Whether you’re stepping out of your comfort zone, trying something new, or just up for a great week away, this is your moment! Click here to get involved

Mon 27 JulCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

DofE Gold Residential

Give it a go. Meet your people. Make it a week to remember. Looking for something different this summer? This is your chance to try something new, meet new people and make memories that’ll stick with you long after the week ends. Come along to Crawfordsburn Activity Centre for a week packed with adventure, teamwork and good vibes. You’ll get stuck into loads of activities, help out around site, and spend time with other young people who are all working towards their Gold DofE – just like you. What to expect Adventurous outdoor activities Team challenges and shared experiences Helping out on site with hands-on tasks A relaxed, chilled evening to hang out and get to know everyone New friendships and skills for life When it’s happening Each residential runs Monday-Friday: 20 – 24 July 27 – 31 July 3 – 7 August 10 – 14 August 17 – 21 August Key info £200 per person Gates open from 09:00 on arrival day Whether you’re stepping out of your comfort zone, trying something new, or just up for a great week away, this is your moment! Click here to get involved

Mon 3 AugCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

DofE Gold Residential

Give it a go. Meet your people. Make it a week to remember. Looking for something different this summer? This is your chance to try something new, meet new people and make memories that’ll stick with you long after the week ends. Come along to Crawfordsburn Activity Centre for a week packed with adventure, teamwork and good vibes. You’ll get stuck into loads of activities, help out around site, and spend time with other young people who are all working towards their Gold DofE – just like you. What to expect Adventurous outdoor activities Team challenges and shared experiences Helping out on site with hands-on tasks A relaxed, chilled evening to hang out and get to know everyone New friendships and skills for life When it’s happening Each residential runs Monday-Friday: 20 – 24 July 27 – 31 July 3 – 7 August 10 – 14 August 17 – 21 August Key info £200 per person Gates open from 09:00 on arrival day Whether you’re stepping out of your comfort zone, trying something new, or just up for a great week away, this is your moment! Click here to get involved

Mon 10 AugCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

DofE Gold Residential

Give it a go. Meet your people. Make it a week to remember. Looking for something different this summer? This is your chance to try something new, meet new people and make memories that’ll stick with you long after the week ends. Come along to Crawfordsburn Activity Centre for a week packed with adventure, teamwork and good vibes. You’ll get stuck into loads of activities, help out around site, and spend time with other young people who are all working towards their Gold DofE – just like you. What to expect Adventurous outdoor activities Team challenges and shared experiences Helping out on site with hands-on tasks A relaxed, chilled evening to hang out and get to know everyone New friendships and skills for life When it’s happening Each residential runs Monday-Friday: 20 – 24 July 27 – 31 July 3 – 7 August 10 – 14 August 17 – 21 August Key info £200 per person Gates open from 09:00 on arrival day Whether you’re stepping out of your comfort zone, trying something new, or just up for a great week away, this is your moment! Click here to get involved

Mon 17 AugCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

DofE Gold Residential

Give it a go. Meet your people. Make it a week to remember. Looking for something different this summer? This is your chance to try something new, meet new people and make memories that’ll stick with you long after the week ends. Come along to Crawfordsburn Activity Centre for a week packed with adventure, teamwork and good vibes. You’ll get stuck into loads of activities, help out around site, and spend time with other young people who are all working towards their Gold DofE – just like you. What to expect Adventurous outdoor activities Team challenges and shared experiences Helping out on site with hands-on tasks A relaxed, chilled evening to hang out and get to know everyone New friendships and skills for life When it’s happening Each residential runs Monday-Friday: 20 – 24 July 27 – 31 July 3 – 7 August 10 – 14 August 17 – 21 August Key info £200 per person Gates open from 09:00 on arrival day Whether you’re stepping out of your comfort zone, trying something new, or just up for a great week away, this is your moment! Click here to get involved

Thu 20 AugCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

NIEX KSA/Gold DofE Qualifiying Expeditions

Our Strategy to 2035 will help us keep the focus on what we do best - giving young people a place to belong and giving them the skills to thrive.

Fri 4 SeptCrawfordsburn Activity Centre

Leaders’ Skills Weekend

For adult volunteers – TBC. Save the date!

Fri 18 Sept19:30Crawfordsburn Activity Centre

Around £40

Explorers Survival Weekend

£40 per person. Limited spaces. Coming soon – save the date!