BEAR Grylls congratulates Wyvern Explorer Scouts of Bishops Lydeard as they mark nine months since the group opened.

The Wyvern Explorer Scouts is for young people aged 14 to 17, meeting on a Monday at 7:15pm in The Scout Hut, Bishops Lydeard, TA4 3AU.

Chief Scout Bear Grylls said ‘’I can’t believe it’s already been nine months since the Wyvern Explorer Scouts based in Bishops Lydeard, Somerset opened.

"This was good news for Scouts and good news for the local community too. What an amazing team they are, and I couldn’t be prouder of everything they’ve achieved.

"They have welcomed local young people aged 14-17 into their Explorer Scout Unit.

"They’ve equipped them with skills for life – helping them play their part in the local community. They’ve learnt the power of believing in themselves and others and how together they can do so much more.

"They’ve camped together, cooked together, learnt digital skills; discovered more about their area and helped bring the community closer together too.

"They’ve met new and different people outside their school and local area helping them gain new perspectives. Scouts has given them the courage to learn more, do more and be more.

"I’m so proud of everything the Wyvern Explorers have achieved – not least the incredible kindness and generosity of our adult volunteers who make it possible.

"These are ordinary people from local communities who make an extraordinary difference. To be a volunteer in Scouts you don’t need incredible outdoor skills or know how to use a map and compass. We can teach you all that.

"What’s really needed is a smile, patience, and willingness to share a little time to help others.

"I promise you’ll get back ten times what you put in – including new skills, new friends, and a renewed sense of the difference we can make when we work together.

"The team at the Wyvern Explorers have already done so much in the last nine months. But just think what they can do in a year!

"They’re unstoppable and I’ll be cheering them on every step of the way. Be part of this amazing success story and volunteer today.

"A very big thank you to every Scout, parent, carer, and volunteer who’s made this happen. Together, we’re a force for good, helping shape a new generation.

"Congratulations and very well done to all our Scouts and volunteers (past, present and future!)"

To find out more or if you can volunteer some time to help, contact Jana at info@bishopslydeardscouts.org.uk.