Chief Scout, Dwayne Fields Congratulates Scouts from Derbyshire on achieving King’s Scout Award
Set against the historic backdrop of the Castle’s Quadrangle, the occasion brought together Scouts, families and supporters to mark an extraordinary milestone in the lives of these remarkable young people.
Scout Ambassadors, including Astronaut Tim Peake, were also there to join in the celebration and cheer on these outstanding young people for their amazing achievement.
The Award recognises outstanding personal achievement and is earned by Scouts aged 16 to 25. To achieve it, young people complete a series of ambitious challenges, including volunteering in their community, undertaking an expedition in wild country, and taking part in a five‑day residential experience in a new environment. They also develop an existing talent or learn new skills that build on what they’ve gained through Scouting. Along the way, they deliver projects that make a remarkable impact and leave a lasting legacy within their local communities.
Chief Scout, Dwayne Fields said “Huge congratulations to every single one of you on achieving your King’s Scout Award. This is something truly special. It shows the grit, determination and passion you’ve put into your Scouting journey.
You’ve stepped up, shown leadership, gained skills, and made a real difference to the people around you - helping give others a place to belong. That’s what being a Scout is all about.
This award isn’t just a pat on the back for what you’ve done so far, it’s a reminder of the incredible potential you’ve got for whatever comes next. I’m excited to see where you go from here. Keep pushing forward, keep saying ‘yes’ to new challenges, and keep leading the way”
King’s Scout, Frasier Stewart said: “Completing the King’s Scout Award before turning 18 has been one of my biggest achievements, especially balancing community work such as academic sessions and food bank support with technical theatre and a demanding Lake District expedition in extreme weather conditions.
It’s helped me develop resilience, organisation and confidence for my future. I have recently signed a contract to be a JCB apprentice. Part of my interview process was to deliver a 10 minute presentation about something I'm passionate about. I decided to talk about my King's Scout Award. They love Scouts and it was a deciding factor in whether I got the job or not."
Fellow King’s Scout, Catherine Clarke, added: “Completing this award helped me build confidence through piano, fitness through running and gym training, and teamwork through canoeing in Wales during Covid bubble training, all of which contributed to my personal development. I was quite a shy person back in my school years and being able to get to the point where I can lead and teach sports to people from all over the world really helped improve my confidence. It pushed me out of my comfort zone doing this and I'm much more confident and sociable."
This annual event at Windsor Castle has taken place since 1934 on the Sunday closest to St George’s Day (23 April) and is dedicated to celebrating the achievements and development of young people. The day is a moment of celebration, with award holders and their families coming together to share in the occasion.
It’s a special day for loved ones to watch with pride as the young people receive their well‑deserved recognition and to join in the sense of celebration. For the awardees themselves, the event is not only an opportunity to be acknowledged for their hard work, but also a chance to reflect on their journey alongside peers, creating meaningful memories and a deep sense of pride that will stay with them for years to come.