Transport Us To Essex International Jamboree 2024

38 Of our youth members (19 Scouts and 19 Explorers) along with their 6 Adult Volunteers are raising funds to attend Essex Scout and Guide International Jamboree 2024.

This is a great opportunity for our youth members to experience a 7 night camp with others from around the world, while participating in activities that they otherwise wouldn't have the opportunity to do.

We are attempting to raise funds for the transport to and from the venue in Essex.

What Is a Jamboree?

The Essex International Jamboree can trace its roots back nearly 100 years!

Back in 1927, Essex held a large Scout Rally at Priory Park in Southend which was visited by the Founder, Robert Baden-Powell, and it is recorded that he received a rousing welcome and was so delighted to see all the Scouts together. Following this, the plans were set in motion for more big events for Scouts to meet for adventure and fun.

In 1947, the first Essex Scout Jamboree was held over a long weekend and was such a success that a week-long event was held two years later with Scouts from across the world invited.

Since 1952, it's been held every 4 years with the same fundamental approach of enabling Scouts from all over the world to join to make friends, create lasting memories and learn new skills. In 1984, the Scouts invited the Guides to join the fun - and thank goodness they did!

It sounds like a great experience..... thats why we are giving our young people the opportunity to attend and why we need your support to get them there!

Thank you