Witham MP presents Silver End Scout with top award

Silver End Scout Alexander, has earned his Chief Scouts Gold Award after carrying out nine challenges.

They include volunteering in the community, committing to regular physical exercise, developing new skills, camping, trying new activities that they have not attempted before, taking part in expeditions, working as part of a team, leadership skills and completing two personal challenges. 

The latter involves the Scout choosing one challenge and the Scout leader another.

Alexander’s personal challenge was building a pressure washer from a kit and then using it to keep the patios at his home clean and tidy.

He was presented with his award by Witham MP Dame Priti Patel.

The award was presented at a special Scouts v Parents evening during which teams of parents and Scouts competed against each other in a variety of activities.

These included tomahawk throwing, human hungry hippo competitions which involve using a skateboard and a washing basket to collect balls and stilt races.

SMILES - Priti Patel MP presents Alexander with his Chief Scout’s Gold Award (Image: Stuart Gulleford)

Dame Priti said: “I was delighted to be able to present this award to Alexander who has demonstrated commitment, resilience and adaptability. 

“It was very inspirational to hear about the way he approached the many tough challenges of the Chief Scout’s Award. 

“I hope his parents will be extremely proud of what he has achieved.”

Silver End Scout leader Phil Kilburn added: “Congratulations to Alexander for achieving his Chief Scout’s Gold Award. 

“Our Scouts have excelled themselves this year and deserve the highest accolades for their fantastic achievements. 

“It was great Dame Priti was here to present him with his award and to congratulate the winners of our Parents v Scouts competition. 

“Once again, the parents came out on top.”

For further information about Silver End Scouts, visit silverend-scouts.org.uk.