Could this be the oldest photo of Brighton Scouts?

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Written by Justin Cruttenden | 14 August 2009

Brendan Barber all the way from Perth in Western Australia has sent us this photo, hoping some of our members can shed some light on it's forgotten secrets.

Brendan writes:

It was found by my dad when he was finalising his uncle’s estate a few years back. The uncle was a bachelor who lived in Freshfield Road, Brighton all his life; he was our last living connection to Brighton. We seem to think the photo is in the period 1900 to 1915, simply going on the other belongings it was with. This could possibly indicate my great grandfather (Leslie Barber) or a great uncle (Frederick Griffiths) are in the group, however this is really only guessing. Frederick Griffiths was killed in action in France during World War One.

We think it must hold some family significance due to it being kept all this time and that someone did write the slogan on the top of the photo.

If you can help me with the secrets of the photo, such as when probably taken and/or names of people, that would be just wonderful. In any case I think you will find the photo to be interesting, especially with your hundred year celebrations coming up soon.

The good old boys of the 18th Brighton

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Australian Scouts visit 15th Brighton

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Written by Duncan Hill | 12 July 2009

Last Thursday, 15th Brighton Scouts had a visit from a Leader and Scouts from the 1st Caringbah Scout Group of Sydney, Australia. They were on a family holiday in Brighton and asked if they could come and join in. They joined in all the games and activities, and swapped badges with our Scouts. It was good fun, and really shows how Scouts are one worldwide family. Unfortunately their leader, Jason, twisted his ankle and is now on crutches - if you google "1st Caringbah Scouts" you should find a picture of him hobbling about. We wish him a speedy recovery, and hope the rest of his holiday is a little more gentle.

15th Brighton Beavers are back!

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Written by Duncan Hill | 09 July 2009

15th Brighton Beaver Colony is now up and running!

We've had a good response already, and will be recruiting more new Beavers in the new term. As a new colony we have no waiting list, yet! It's great to be offering the full range of Scouting to young people in our area, and to the younger brothers and sisters of our existing Cubs and Scouts.

Treasure Hunt

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Written by Elsie Shekle | 01 July 2009

A very enjoyable evening was had by the teams who took part in the Fellowship Treasure Hunt.

Following clues, we started from Churchill Square up to St Nicholas's Church and Martha Gunn's grave for our first question.

Then down Church Street to the Old Steine, finding two well known people on the way. Up St. James' St. to find our patron saint. One hump or two, took us down Camelford St and onto the seafront.

Along pass Harry Ramsdens (no going in for chips) continuing along the seafront till we reach Black Lion Street.

Through little alley ways until we finally reach Churchill Square from where we started.

While doing this we also had a sheet of photos which we had to find the answers to.

Thanks to Liz and Andy for arranging this.

Elsie Shekle, Fellowship Chairman

30th Brighton Summer Fete - 27th June 2009

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Written by Catherine Shone - GSL - 30th Brighton. | 21 June 2009

30th Brighton Scout Group, based in Hollingbury and Patcham are holding their annual Summer Fete 'Fun in the Sun' on Saturday 27th June 2009.  Fete is being held at our HQ, Vale Avenue, Patcham (will be sign posted on the day) between 1pm and 4pm.  There will be a variety of stalls, raffles and refreshments (including a BBQ) and entertainment by the group.  Stalls space is available to external organisations at a small fee.  All welcome!

 

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