Happy 100th birthday to the 8th Norwich Sea Scouts! 

The group was set up in 1923 and now they plan to celebrate their centenary with a weekend of activities.  

Norwich Evening News: The Sea Scouts run various activities both on land and in water The Sea Scouts run various activities both on land and in water (Image: Norwich Sea Scouts)

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Based in the River Wensum, the Sea Scouts have more than 300 young people aged between seven and 18 and 100 leaders.  

And now past and present are set to come together to share their experiences of Norwich Sea Scouts and reminisce.  

Norwich Evening News: Troops old and new will be coming together Troops old and new will be coming together (Image: Norwich Sea Scouts)

Among those joining in the celebration is Nigel Harvey, who joined the 8th more than 60 years ago aged 10.

His experiences include being left in a railway station on his first cub camp after falling asleep on a bench. 

Nigel has continued to support the group throughout his life, including as a powerboating instructor. 

Norwich Evening News: A traditional campfire will also be present at the event A traditional campfire will also be present at the event (Image: Norwich Sea Scouts)

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Group Scout leader Tim Brook said: “Although a lot has changed over the past century, our aim remains the same – to provide fun, adventure and skills for life. 

“Scouting provides our young people with the opportunity to take part in a range of activities, experience the outdoors and build new skills and it is wonderful to see how confidence grows over the years. 

Norwich Evening News: Many scouts went on to become leaders Many scouts went on to become leaders (Image: Norwich Sea Scouts)

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“As well as celebrating the centenary, we will be celebrating the fabulous contributions made to the troop by so many people over the years, including many of our current leaders who were themselves scouts.” 

The celebrations are going to be just as impressive as their 100 years in operation.  

Norwich Evening News: Scouts can be seen at the Norwich Cathedral Scouts can be seen at the Norwich Cathedral (Image: Norwich Sea Scouts)

Celebrations begin on Saturday, April 29 when members and their families will enjoy activities throughout the day, ending with a traditional campfire. 

The following day former troop members will have the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive afternoon tea with the Lord Mayor and the Sheriff of Norwich and the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk. 

Norwich Evening News: The Norwich Scouts have been in operation since 1923 The Norwich Scouts have been in operation since 1923 (Image: Norwich Sea Scouts)