For a long time, the Duke of Edinburgh’s award scheme (or D of E) has been available for all in Scouting aged between 14-25. Only a few people realised it. but now… the secret’s out!
It’s a great way of helping you get the most out of your Scouting and the bonus! It gives you real credibility when you go for a job interview or apply to University.
You can start at any age between 14-25. At 14 you can start the Bronze Award. You must be at least 15 to start Silver and 16 for Gold. All the info is in the Entrance pack. If there is a group of you please contact the address below and a visit can be arranged that will explain it all!
You need complete only four things to qualify for an award and be able to prove it. They are:
And at Gold level only, Residential – participants must complete a five-day residential experience.
It’s very flexible and you can do it on your own (except the expedition) or with a group of friends or with your school or college. It all counts!
For more information go to the D of E website: www.DofE.org
The Duke of Edinburgh Award and Scouting Awards work together. If you are registered for DofE then on completing a Bronze DofE Award, you can move on to complete the final sections of your Chief Scout Platinum Award, find out how ‘The Adventure Begins’ read more here
On completing a Silver DofE Award you can move on to complete your Chief Scout Diamond Award.
On completion of your Gold Award, you can move on to complete your Queen Scout Award (QSA) the highest award for young people in scouting. You do need to register for the QSA award before starting the Gold Award.
If you want to register for the D of E award at any level please contact Kay Aitken @ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 07469 711 949
For more information go to the D of E website: www.DofE.org