More than one hundred volunteers were honoured for their outstanding service to the scouting movement, including members from Gwent and Cardiff and Vale scout groups throughout Wales.
The updated Scouts Roll of Honour recognised volunteers from across Wales for their dedication to helping young people and their local communities.
Many award winners attended the annual Day of Celebration and Achievement held at Windsor Castle on April 26, where honourees from throughout the United Kingdom gathered to receive their accolades.
Jon Williams, chief volunteer for Wales at ScoutsCymru, said the awards demonstrated the remarkable commitment of volunteers across Wales. He noted they regularly give their time to help young people build confidence, learn essential skills, and feel a sense of belonging. He expressed pride in everyone included in this year’s Roll of Honour and gratitude for their contributions to scouting in Wales.
The event also featured young people from Wales who formed part of the colour party leading the procession, emphasising the joint efforts of both volunteers and youth members.
ScoutsCymru supports nearly 14,000 young individuals aged four to 25 each week, with assistance from more than 4,600 volunteers who deliver safe, inclusive experiences that transform lives.
The honours ranged from the Chief Scout’s Commendation for Good Service to the Silver Wolf, awarded for service of an exceptional standard. The roll also included recognition for meritorious conduct, acts of gallantry, and other displays of commitment and bravery.
David James from Aberdare, who received a British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours for services to young people, was among those celebrated.
Mr Williams remarked that from those beginning their volunteering journey to those receiving some of scouting’s most prestigious awards for numerous years of service, each recognition signifies a lasting impact on young people and communities.
The accolades reflect countless hours of voluntary work, often given over extended periods, enabling young individuals to develop self-assurance, acquire life skills, and contribute to their communities. ScoutsCymru’s structure relies on local volunteers supported by a national framework that maintains safeguarding standards, training, and programme quality. This volunteer network makes scouting activities possible across every one of Wales’ 22 local authorities.
Recipients included:
Award for Merit
Jonathan Evans – Cardiff and Vale
Ruth Jones – Cardiff and Vale
Jayne Fowler – Cardiff and Vale
Sian Waller – Cardiff and Vale
Andrew Thomas – Cardiff and Vale
Piers Hallihan – Cardiff and Vale
Gareth Phillips – Cardiff and Vale
Alyn Evans – Cardiff and Vale
Christine Mallett – Cardiff and Vale
Janet Horrell – Gwent
Melanie Ralph – Gwent
Stuart Dent – Gwent
Jan-Paul Furtek – Gwent
Laura Parsons – Gwent
Chief Scout’s Commendation for Good Service
Benjamin Hanna – Cardiff and Vale
Peter Holdstock – Cardiff and Vale
Gavin Scaife – Cardiff and Vale
Elisabeth Wheeler – Cardiff and Vale
Ashley Cole – Cardiff and Vale
Howard Harrington – Cardiff and Vale
Neil Desmond – Cardiff and Vale
Nicholas Rhydderch – Cardiff and Vale
Rhys Browne – Cardiff and Vale
David Adams – Cardiff and Vale
Rhiannon Jenkins – Cardiff and Vale
William Meiklejohn – Cardiff and Vale
Colette Raymond – Cardiff and Vale
Catherine Morris – Cardiff and Vale
Sian Morris – Cardiff and Vale
Cassandra Ricketts – Cardiff and Vale
Steven Gunter – Gwent
Peter Belsten – Gwent
Rachel Forward – Gwent
Carole Doubtfire – Gwent
Mark Alford – Gwent
David Burridge – Gwent
Sarah Burt – Gwent
Daniel Clark – Gwent
Shelley Clark – Gwent
Angela Lewis – Gwent
Susan O’Brian – Gwent
Amanda Say – Gwent
Silver Acorn
Steven Sanders – Cardiff and Vale
Alison Docherty – Cardiff and Vale
Susan Meyler – Gwent
Silver Wolf
Bernard Townsend – Gwent