30/04/2026
St George’s Parade Service at Ruxley Church
Ruxley Church was pleased to welcome Ruxley 1st Sea Scouts for a parade service on 26th April. It was great to see the Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts make their promises for the year ahead.
The Beavers had brought along artwork to help tell the story of St George going back to when he stood up for Christian values against Roman Emperor Diocletian and instilled the values of good against evil.
The service was also very special because many of the Scout leaders were presented with long service awards by Karl Nicholas, the former District Commissioner. Between the leaders they had given 105 years of voluntary service!
The following received ‘The Award for Merit’: Lynette for 15 years, Kevin for … years, Jen for 20 years and Liz 25 years; their certificates having been signed by Bear Grylls who was the 10th Chief Scout ending in 2024, having volunteered himself for 15 years.
Lastly, Dave was awarded ‘The Bar to the Award for Merit’.
You can find out more about these awards in the pictures with the post.