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| Important Notice |
| Warrant Officers, Helpers and Residential Activity HelpersRegistered with BBHQ prior to 31st August 2026To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people that are part of our organisation, all adult volunteers registered in the above roles note above, must now complete the following 2 modules from YLT as soon as possible.Virtual Sessions book via Brigade Leaders Archives – The Boys’ BrigadeSafeguarding – 6.30pm on 22 October or 17th NovemberManaging Risk – 7.00pm on 5th or 21st October also 2nd or 19th NovemberVarious other dates available throughout the year.Battalion Full YLT 2 day Course – In-Person only17th & 24th October 2026 in Galashiels23rd January & 20th February in KirklistonPlease note this training is compulsory and important to protect yourselves as much as our young members.If you require assistance booking onto a course or have further questions please contact the office. |
| Anchors & Juniors |
| AS & JS Christmas Design Comp |
 Anchors and Juniors will have the opportunity to design to enter the Christmas Competition for the chance to have their very own, one of kind Christmas Jumper to wear throughout December.Entries must be submitted between 26th October & 15th November 2026. Winners will be selected the following week and the winning designs sent for print ready to be award in time for December.Materials NeedBlank Sheet of A4 Paper (do not draw a jumper – only a design/picture)Coloured pens or pencilsWhat to DoDraw your design on a blank piece of A4 paperAdd Name and Section on reverse or on front corner away from designScan to the office or drop into Pollock Pavilion by 15th November 2026 |
| Anchors Halloween Activity |
 Entries Close 16th October 2026Submit EntryJoin us for a spook-tacular afternoon of Halloween fun on Saturday 31st October 2026, 2:30–4:00pm!Refreshments and Squash will be provided to keep little monsters fueled!This event is open to all Anchor Section members – each Company must have a registered leader in attendance with their young members.Don’t miss out on the tricks, treats, and terrific fun! |
| Junior Superstar |
A competition involving skill, endurance, fitness & mental agility, open to all Junior Section Members. Participants will be challenged in a mix of tasks/activities as they compete against other Battalion members to win the title of EL&D Battalion Junior Superstar 2026 There will be multiple different individual events, the winner of the Superstar title will decide on the overall aggregate score from all events. So, consistency across all events can trump individual event winning performances!Companies can have as little as 1 participant attend and take part.Date:- TBC (mid – late November 2026)Venue:- Portobello & Joppa Church halls |
| CS/Seniors |
| Edinburgh Monopoly Challenge (Brigade Event) |
The Monopoly Challenge tasks teams to visit as many properties on the standard Monopoly Board for the city as possible in 5 hours (11am to 4pm). As teams visit a property, they will be asked to take a team selfie at the specified location and ‘check in’ to the property by uploading their picture via an online form. This means that we can keep track of progress and scores as the event progresses. Teams will also get bonus points for being the first team to check in at a property.For each property on the board a specific location will be given on the day. An example would be on the London Monopoly Board, for ‘Whitehall’ the clue for the location would be ‘An appointment with the Prime Minister’, which would be a photo on Whitehall outside gates to Downing Street (Prime Minister’s residence).In addition to the standard properties on the board, there will also be additional challenges based on the Monopoly board spaces of ‘Free Parking’, ‘Go to Jail’, ‘Income Tax’, ‘Water Works’, etc. Monopoly Challenge 2026 |
| CS/Seniors Ten Pin Bowling |
An evening of Ten Pin Bowling has been arranged to kick of the activities for 2026-2027 session.10 lanes for 2 hours of competitive fun at World of Bowling from 7.30pm – 9.30pm on Friday 9th October.60 players maximum, these will be allocated on a first come basis.Cost Per Person: £6 (subsidised by MAD)REGISTER HERE – by 28th Sept 2026 |
| CS & Seniors PT Event |
| The PT Competition (Fraser Shield of old) is a circuit-based physical fitness event designed to test participants’ endurance, strength, agility, and discipline.Starting times for each team will be advised prior to the eventEach team to consist of 6 Company Sections members of any ageCompanies are welcome to submit joint teamsEach participant will perform 6 exercises for 30 seconds each. Exercise details attached on separate formsAn Individual event will be run in conjunction to the team eventTeam members will automatically be entered into the Individuals event.Where individuals are not in a team please ensure the entry form is submitted per individual this will ensure that time slots are allocated correctly for the duration of the eventBy reinstating the PT Competition, the Battalion provides youths with the opportunity to challenge themselves physically, build confidence, and take pride in representing their Company.Date & Venue TBC – 16th or 20th November |
| Building Your Skills |
 Saturday 28th November 2026Davidsons Mains Church Hall9.30am – 2.30pmRegister attendees here by 1st Nov 2026This course is for young people who are working towards their President’s Badge.. The course is open to young people in Year 1 of the Seniors age group, or older, working towards the President’s Badge or any young person, who would benefit from developing and building on their teamwork and negotiating skills.The aim of this course is for young people to develop the skills to work cooperatively with others, to help make a difference in their life and in their Company. |
| CS/Seniors Christmas Meal |
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| Battalion Pantomime Trip |
 We are returning to the Porty Pantomime once again, and this time around, your all invited !It is the perfect event to take all your members along too for an afternoon of fun and laughter.Date: Sat 5th DecemberPanto Start time: 1pm218 Spaces availableCost TBC Book Tickets |
| Training Courses 2026-2027 |
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| Youth Leader Training will enable participants to deliver the BB mission by equipping them with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to work effectively with children and young people.The main theme of Youth Leader Training is the building and maintaining of trusting relationships with children and young people. From this basis flow the other aspects of Christian youth work; sharing faith, safe working practices, participation and empowerment and equal opportunities. There are modules covering all these issues within Youth Leader Training.This is a 2 day course, participants must attend both session to complete the course. |
| 202617th & 24th October 2026Galashiels Mission HallHaliburton Place, TD1 2JESoup & Sandwich Lunch includedRegistration Here by 2nd October 2026202723rd January & 20th February 2027Thomas Chalmers Church CentreKirklistonBring Own LunchRegister Here by 8th January 2027 |
| Camp Craft |
| Campcraft training is mandatory for any leader taking responsibility for a canvas camp, providing you with the correct skills and procedures to facilitate a well run and managed under canvas camp for your young members.The course covers:Setting up standing campsCooking equipment and accommodationSanitation and safetyPractical campcraft experienceUpon completing Campcraft training, a leader will hold a valid 5 year certificateAttendees are required to bring lunch, notepad and pen. Participants are not required to wear BB uniform when attending Campcraft training sessions.REGISTER HERE by 12th February 2027 |
 The training needs survey for this session indicated interest which is marginal for this course to run. Whilst still provisionally offering a date for this session, there will be a hard cut-ff for registrations for this course of 30th November 2026.REGISTER YOUR PLACE HERE 17th April 20279.30am – 5.30pmThomas Chalmers Church CentreKirklistonCompany Management Training is mandatory for anyone taking on a management role within the BB.The training consists of an in-depth look into the role and responsibilities of the Captain or Leader-in-Charge, building and maintaining relationships, safeguarding and safe recruitment, including Leaders Code of Conduct and tools and resources to support the role.It is open to any registered leader looking to undertake the role of Captain or Leader-in-Charge, anyone new to the role of Captain or Leader-in-Charge or for anyone already in post who wants to attend as a refresher.Prior to attending, participants must be registered with The Boys’ Brigade and have completed Youth Leader Training and the e-learning modules in Safeguarding and Managing Risk. |
| Growth Workshop |
| Brigade hosted Growth Workshop, has been arranged alongside West Lothian Battalion for all interested members to attend.Date:- Sunday 1st November 2026Time:- 3pmVenue:- Lanthorn Community Centre, LivingstonTo book your seat on the day please use the link to secure your space https://fs29.formsite.com/Sekzns/2qyxsggarb/index |
| BB Supplies |
| We have a full range of Uniform and supplies in stock for parents or leaders to come in and purchase.Opening Hours (Leaders & Public):-Monday & Tuesday 9am – 2.30pmWednesday 9am – 1pmThursday 9am – 2.30pmFriday 9.30am – 2.30pm*For EL&D Leaders only – if your require a collection time outwith these hours please contact the office staff to discuss alternative time options.We also accept orders by email or telephone.Place your orders with us and save on delivery charges, collect at your convenience from Pollock Pavilion. |
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