Being a Cub
Cubs is the third Scout Section, for children aged 8-10½. As a Cub, you’ll get the chance to try a range of exciting activities and go on new adventures. Here’s everything you need to know.
What do Cubs do?
Get ready for excitement and adventure! Explore a wide range of activities focused on fitness, global awareness, and personal beliefs. Unleash your creativity and engage with your local community. Discover thrilling outdoor skills, take on adventurous challenges, and enjoy unforgettable camps and residential experiences.
Earning Awards
By taking part in activities Cubs will earn badges that they can proudly wear on their uniform. Completing all the challenge badges will earn Beavers the Chief Scout’s Silver Award.
Cub Promise
As a values based movement we all make the ‘The Promise’ an oath that helps us to be our best.
Uniform and badge placement
After you join Cubs you will wear a uniform that lets you display all of your badges. Learn about our uniform and where to put your badges below.
Moving on to Scouts
Eventually, it will be time to say goodbye to Cubs and move onwards to Scouts.
Cubs Leaders
All our leaders are trained volunteers who give their time to help run weekly sessions and extra activities. Interested in learning how you can support your local Cub Pack? Click the link below to explore the range of ways that you can support Scouting.
