A place
to belong
Skills for Life. #SkillsForLife
Welcome
Adventure, friendship, and Skills for Life
The 144th 1st Baillieston Glasgow Scout Group has been part of our community since 1912. Based at St Andrew's Church hall in Baillieston, we run four sections — Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, and Explorers — for young people aged 6 to 18, all meeting on Monday evenings, with a brand-new Squirrels Drey for 4–6 year olds coming soon.
It's a third place — not school, not home — where young people can be themselves, make real friends, and find their feet alongside trusted adults who believe in them.
What we offer
What young people gain at Scouts
Scouting is more than activities. Through adventure, teamwork and shared values, young people in our group become happier, kinder, more connected, more confident, and better prepared for whatever comes next.
Happier
Finding joy in friendship, fun and the outdoors
Kinder
Learning empathy and care for others
More connected
Making real friends in a world that often feels lonely
More resilient
Building confidence to face challenges
More employable
Gaining the practical and people skills employers value
Active citizens
Making a positive difference in their community
Our Sections
Find the right adventure for your age
From first adventures at age 6 to leading the way at 18, all sections meet on Monday evenings in Baillieston.
Coming soon · Ages 4–6
Squirrels is coming to the 144th
A brand-new Drey for our youngest adventurers — register your interest to join the very first intake.
Interested in joining? Add your child to the waiting list →
Our Values
Our values
We're proud of the values that guide everything we do at Scouts.
These are the values of the Scouts and run through every meeting, camp and adventure at the 144th.
What's On
Coming up
Latest News
What's been happening
Vacancy | East Lead Volunteer
Could you help lead Scouting in East Region? We are now looking for someone who can provide leadership, motivation and guidance to East Scouts and its volunteers as the next Region…
Scout group for teens with extra needs booming
Fosse Way Explorers in Midsomer Norton was set up by a dad who wanted to find activities for his son.
Vacancy | South East Lead Volunteer
Could you help lead Scouting in South East Region? We are now looking for someone who can provide leadership, motivation and guidance to South East Scouts and its volunteers as the…
Scout group gives teens with extra needs 'place to belong'
Parents are calling for more accessible clubs after a SEND scout group proves a success.
Explorer Scouts – Reimagined for a New Generation
When the Explorer Scouts programme was first developed between 2000 and 2002, the world looked very different. Smartphones didn’t exist, social media was in its infancy, and most t…
‘More relevant than making fires’: Explorer Scouts launch badges for AI and digital age
Content creation and online safety among new topics for 14- to 18-year-olds – but tweaks may be needed when social media ban comes in Scouts are introducing badges in content creat…
News coming soon
We'll be sharing updates from the group here shortly. Check back soon!
World Scouting
Part of something bigger
We're part of a global family of more than 60 million Scouts in over 170 countries — all united by the same values and a shared belief in young people.
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Years in Baillieston
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Active sections
Get Involved
Could you help young people belong?
Our group thrives because of brilliant adult volunteers. Whether you have an hour a week or you're ready to lead a section, there's a role for you — no experience needed.
Full training is provided by The Scout Association. You'll gain skills, make friends, and make a real difference to young people in your community.
Make a difference
Directly impact young people in your community every week.
Great adventures
Camps, expeditions, events — you get to do them too.
Free training
The Scout Association covers your training — first aid, leadership, and more.
Amazing team
Join a supportive, friendly team who love what they do.