When Did the Scouts Become Involved in the Palace Green Pavilion?

The Pavilion today is still fondly referred to as the Scout Hall. This is probably due to the fact Scout and Cub involvement has taken place here for the last 96 years. Further information on the early history is available under "20th Century" in the "History" section?

The photos below show the activities of the Berwick Scout groups in the 20th century. These photgraphs have been kindly provided by Joyce Landels, Graham Davison and Paul Marshall.

     
                                            
                Berwick Scouts at Yetholm 1914                      Scout Group taken at the Grammer School       Scout leaders at Palace Green 
                           Ambulence Display                                         (Now Berwick Middle School)                        (Occasion? Year?) 

What are the Scouts Doing in the 21st Century?

As the 20th century drew to a close the condition of the Pavilion was a growing concern for 5th Berwick (Holy Trinity) Scouts. With advice and support from other local organisations, plans were developed for the repair and refurbishment of the building and to increase its use by turning it into a Community Hall. Unfortunately the Scouts and their supporters were unable to raise the significant capital sum required to move the project forward. This led, in November 2007, to the formation of the Palace Green Pavilion Trust (PGPT). The Trust, which is a registered charity, has the same aim; to refurbish the building and run it as a Community Hall.

The PGPT is actively involved in fundraising through local events and activities and by applying for relevant grants. The project is moving forward, although raising the capital sum required remains a significant challenge.

 

How do I Learn More About the Scouts in Berwick?

If you would like to read more about the 5th Berwick (Holy Trinity) Scout troop, click Berwick Advertiser update. They meet every week at the Pavilion. In the New Year, the 1st Berwick Explorer unit will start. It is also hoped that the Beaver and Cubs sections will resume.

For further information, please email 5thberwick@northnorthumberland.org.uk.

  Note: If you are already registered on Facebook, go to the "Palace Green Pavilion" group to see photos and more information about the Scouts.

 

How do I Learn More About the Scouting Movement? 

 

Use these references below to find out more about the Scouts.