Scouting and Girlguiding
With tailored activities, we can support Brownies, Cubs, Guides and Scouts to achieve the relevant badges and develop their skills. We regret that we are unable to offer activities to groups younger than Brownies and Cubs.
We strongly support the Guiding ethos, and advocate that careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) are for everyone.
Brownies and Cubs
Brownie and Cub groups are welcome to visit the Astrocampus, the University of York's observatory. They will have the opportunity to try out the telescopes to explore the solar system and constellations, as well as having a tour of the Astrocampus.
This will link to the Brownie 'Space' badge and the Cub 'Astronomer Activity' badge.
We are now fully booked until March when Astrocampus sessions end, restarting in October. However, you are able to join our waiting list. We will then contact you in the summer, to discuss your booking requirements for autumn/winter 2024/25.
Guides and Scouts
Guides and Scouts can discover engineering by taking part in an interactive, music themed activity. Use electronic components to explore music production, in association with the University of York's AudioLab. This can be held at the university or we can come to you.
Scouting and Girlguiding Experience Days
We also offer one-day events for different levels of Scouting and Girlguiding, such as our annual Engineering Challenge Day. To find out more about these opportunities, sign up to our mailing list.