North Yorkshire Scouts Unite to Celebrate the Outstanding Volunteers Who Help Scouting Thrive
North Yorkshire Scouts recently came together for a special evening dedicated to recognising the exceptional volunteers whose commitment helps Scouting shine across the county, the event brought together individuals from every District, each one representing the spirit, passion, and community that make Scouting such a powerful force for young people.
For North Hambleton, it was a real honour to stand alongside fellow Districts and celebrate the remarkable people who give their time, energy, and enthusiasm to help young people gain skills for life, every volunteer recognised plays a unique and vital role in our movement, and the evening served as a heartfelt reminder of just how much their dedication means to local Scouting.
We are immensely proud to congratulate our North Hambleton award recipients:
- Unsung Hero – Community Champion: Hana Crisp – Bedale
- Unsung Hero – Leadership: Nicki Heaton – Bedale
- Unsung Hero – Team Player: Graham Sandel – Bedale
- Chief Scout’s Commendation for Good Service: Ben Russell – Romanby
- Chief Scout’s Award for Merit: Ben Lambert – Great Ayton
- Chief Scout’s Award for Merit: Ben Lambert – Great Ayton
- Silver Acorn: Paula Spence – Appleton and Welbury
- Bar to the Silver Acorn: Mark Turner – DLV
These volunteers represent the best of what Scouting has to offer, quiet commitment, steady guidance, and an unwavering belief in the potential of young people, their impact is felt not only within their own groups but across the wider North Hambleton community.
To all our volunteers, whether recognised on the night or continuing their work quietly behind the scenes, thank you, you are the heartbeat of North Hambleton Scouts, and we are endlessly grateful for everything you do to inspire, support, and empower the next generation.