Scouting is a uniformed movement. Please ensure your child is provided with the essential items of uniform. You have several purchasing options: - Online via the Scout
Shop
- By email
via the Richmond Upon Thames Scout District virtual Scout Shop
- In
person at the local stockist called SANCO on Bell Road, Hounslow
Badge positionsRequired items of uniform Item | Notes | Sweatshirt /
Shirt /
Polo top
| - We insist on our members wearing the official sweatshirt or shirt.
- In warm weather the official 3rd Whitton green polo top is permitted.
- Polo tops cost £8. Ask a leader to check if any are in stock in the office.
| Trousers/
Shorts
| - Navy blue combat/cargo style trousers can often be bought more
cheaply in high street shops.
- NO DENIM JEANS! They are unsightly and take ages to dry out when wet.
- Navy blue shorts are permitted in warm weather.
| Scarves & Woggles
| - A 3rd Whitton group scarf and woggle is issued upon investiture by the Leaders.
- Replacement scarves are charged at £5.
- Replacement woggles are charged at 50 pence.
| | Hats | - A brimmed sun hat
should be worn outside during hot weather.
- A wooly hat
should be worn outside during cold weather.
- Baseball caps do not protect the neck. Do not waste your money on the official Scout baseball cap.
| | Underwear | - The Scout Hut is a glorified shed. It does NOT have central heating.
- In cold weather PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE ensure your child is wearing ample layers
underneath.
| | Footwear | - Trainers are fine for weekly meetings.
- Hikes will
require sturdy cross-trainers or walking shoes/boots depending on the
climate and terrain.
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