Scout leaders awarded

Scout Leaders with their long service awards
Scout Leaders with their long service awards

Story:Andrew Papka, Group Chairman 76th St Peter's Ellesmere Scouts

Scout leaders Jim Gilbert and Andrew Papka from the 76th St Peter's Ellesmere Scouts were presented with the Silver Acorn in April, an award for specially distinguished service for a period of not less than twenty years.

Jim and Andrew have over 100 years of Scouting between them. Some readers might recognise Mrs Pat Swinburn, former head of Domestic Science at Fir Vale School, who was exceptionally rewarded with the Bar to her previous Silver Acorn.

St Peter's Scouts meet at the Cornerstone Building, Grimesthorpe Road.

Beavers (aged 6-7) – Tuesdays 6pm

Cubs (aged 8-10) – Wednesdays 6.30pm

Contact Will Hopkins on 07955 546 989 or

Nico Hall on 07941 480 380.

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