Queen's Birthday Honour for Lincolnshire Scouter

Author: Richard Harvey

Published: October 10, 2020

We are very proud to hear today that Alan Scott, a long service member of our county, previously CC, the chairman of Poacher International Jamboree and Lincolnshire Scouts has been awarded an MBE in the Queen's Birthday honours!


He has been involved with scouting for more than 50 years, holding the role of county chairman for 12 years and chairing the county's international jamboree camp Poacher for 15 years. He has also travelled abroad four times with the World Scout Jamboree. Today, he is still involved with the Stamford and District scouts and runs the scout camp site in Empingham Road. Now retired, Alan previously worked as the clerk of works at Burghley House and it was during his time there that Alan and his first wife Margaret held craft fairs, fundraising for the scouts.



As well as his scouting commitments, Alan also finds time to be a church warden at St Martin's Church in Stamford, a role he has held for 35 years, as well as volunteering twice a week at Nene Valley Railway in Wansford. "Since I retired, I think it's really important to keep busy," said Alan, 72. Alan is convinced it was someone involved in scouting that nominated him for his honour, although he has no idea who.

Trustee needed

By Howard Nelson • June 10, 2025
What Trustees do, really makes a difference. Lincolnshire Scouts are looking for a new Trustee for a 3 year term starting from September 2025. We need your experience and wisdom to help us make sure we’re well governed and managed.

County Bulletin: Issue 13 (June 2025)

June 6, 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer Brew It Forward Winners Announced! Chill Out - Groups and Staff Lincs Fest - Bookings open Inclusion Survey Join the Support Team New Lead Volunteer for Sleaford Needed From the County Youth Lead William Swift - Chief Scout’s Unsung Hero Award Winner Safety training Vacancies in County Section Support team National Scout Archery Competition

Chief Scout's Unsung Hero's

By Howard Nelson • May 12, 2025
Congratulations to William of 7th Grantham for being 1 of 20 unsung heroes to receive an award from Chief Scout Dwayne Fields

World Scout Jamboree Leadership Team

By Howard Nelson • May 7, 2025
World Scout Jamboree Leader Applications

Brew it forward!

May 2, 2025
☕ Brew it Forward – Nominate a Volunteer for a Well-Earned Cuppa!

May 2025 Bulletin

May 1, 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer Brew it forward! Chill Out Membership System Programme Team Youth Shaped Safety Making plans for the future New Lead Volunteer for Sleaford needed Poacher 2026 Jamboree and County Internationals

We want to here from you - Inclusion team survey

April 26, 2025
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Vacancy - District Lead Volunteer Sleaford

By Howard Nelson • April 24, 2025
Adam Jacklin will be stepping down from his role as District Lead Volunteer for Sleaford District on 4 November 2025. As Adam prepares to step down as District Lead Volunteer for Sleaford this November, I would like to take the opportunity to offer my thanks for the energy, dedication, and leadership he has brought to the role. Adam has been a driving force behind many positive developments within the District, always bringing a thoughtful and steady approach to everything he does. Throughout his term, Adam has consistently put young people at the centre of our work. His collaborative style has helped build strong teams and foster a real sense of community among our volunteers. Whether supporting events, shaping strategy, or mentoring others, Adam has been generous with his time and tireless in his commitment to the values of Scouting. While Adam is stepping back from the DLV role, I know his involvement with the District and County will continue. I look forward to seeing the next chapter of his Scouting journey and extend our warmest thanks for the significant contribution he has made over the years. We are looking a new District Lead Volunteer roles for Sleaford District. As a result we are now recruiting for its next inspirational volunteer (or team of volunteers) to lead Sleaford District. Please click to download the pack which contains detailed information about the role as well as 2 application forms which volunteers can use to either express their interest in the role or to nominate someone else for consideration. We would love to hear from you if you would like to apply or if you would like to find out more information about the role. The deadline for all applications is 1 July 2025. Interviews will be held in July. Please contact malcolm.moore@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk or howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk if you have any questions. The application form and more information about the role is enclosed here . Applications should be sent to malcolm.moore@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk Deadline for Applications: 23:59 1 July 2025
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