A World Scout Jamboree is a truly transformative experience, and Nottinghamshire County Scouts are thrilled to have one unit (36 Young People, 4 Adults) attending the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Gdansk, Poland in 2027.
The World Scout Jamboree (WSJ) is an international gathering of Scouts and Guides from all around the world. The World Scout Jamboree is an opportunity for young people and adult volunteers to make international friendships with people from different cultures, and take part in a safe, inclusive and sustainable programme of activities
The first Jamboree was held at Olympia, London in 1920. Since then, the Jamboree has taken place roughly every four years, bringing 14-17 year olds together from all around the World. Providing an opportunity for young people to share their cultures, learn about the world around them and participate in a variety of activities.
The event takes place every four years, and a different country hosts the event and its participants. In the Summer of 2023, over 4,500 Scouts and Guides from across the UK made their way to Korea for the 25th World Scout Jamboree.
To be a participant at a World Scout Jamboree you will need to meet the following criteria:
- Be a member of The Scouts
- Be aged 14 to 17 during the Jamboree
- Apply and attend a selection event
- If selected, attend and engage with preparation weekends.
For adults, volunteering is a core part of the Jamboree. Alongside our participants, the UK Contingent are proud to support adult volunteers joining the Jamboree as International Service Team or as Unit Leaders.
Participant selection will be from August to October 2025.
The cost for the Jamboree changes with every event, partly depending on how far away from the UK the event is. In preparation for the event, the UK Contingent will prepare expected costs before recruitment of participants for the next Jamboree will begin.
