The 12th Andover (West) Scout Group
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We are based in the Andover District in North Hampshire. Our Group meet at the Scout Hut on West Portway in Andover (see contact page here for more details).
Our group consists of Squirrel, Beaver, Cub & Scout sections. In addition, one of the District Explorer units also meets at our hut, as well as a Networks section.
We have a great hut with lots of facilities, a large car park and a wonderfully large outside space that is fully and safely enclosed, allowing us to hold camps and many events within our own grounds.
The aim of the Scout Association is to promote the development of young people and help them achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials as individual, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
This website is continuously being added to so please browse it regularly to find new information on the 12th Andover (West) Scout Group.
Latest News
Merry Christmas from the 12th
A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at the 12th Andover (West) Scout Group. 2025 has been a busy, exciting, and rewarding year for our young people and volunteers, and we’re incredibly proud of everything the group has achieved. As we look...
Leaders & Trustees Christmas Meal
Recently, we gathered for our annual Christmas Meal to celebrate all our incredible leaders, young leaders, and trustees. Our HQ looked wonderfully festive, and it was the perfect setting to say a huge “Thank You” for everything they do throughout the year. The 12th...
Squirrels Drey Starting at the 12th
This January, we’re delighted to be launching a brand‑new Squirrel Drey at the 12th. Squirrels is the youngest section in Scouting, welcoming children aged 4 to 6 and offering a fun, gentle introduction before they move on to Beavers. It’s a wonderful opportunity for...
Awards for the 12th Past and Present
On Sunday, 30th November, a number of our young people were presented with awards by our District Lead Volunteer, Phil Deverill. These awards represent some of the highest achievements possible in Scouting, requiring dedication, perseverance, and a great deal of hard...
Scouts Expidition on the Isle Of Wight
Scouts Expedition on the Isle of White The scouts need to complete an Expedition as part of one of the challenge badges. The requirement is a 2-day journey with a purpose. Along with the requirement that it was no more than an hour’s drive from Andover. Since...
Water Camp 2025 Report
Longridge water Activity Centre in Marlow, Water Camp, September 2025 written by Cam N Day 1 When we arrived Friday evening, the leaders were already there and had laid out the tent bags for us. We set them up ourselves in small groups, while the leaders cooked...