Nights Away - how to apply for a permit and taking young members on a residential experience, indoors or outdoors. .
Applying for a Nights Away Permit
If you are interested in gaining a permit that allows you to take young people on sleepovers, camps, and expeditions etc. then use the following information to help you.
All information about the Nights Away process can be found on the Scouts website here
Permits are now applied for via the new membership system. Please ensure you speak to a Nights Away Assessor before selecting them and sending a request to assess you.
If you have any questions please contact the Nights Away team on: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Nights Away Notification Form
Nights Away Notifications must now be submitted through the new membership system at least a week in advance to the District Lead Volunteer or a Nights Away Approve. A risk assessment for the event must accompany the application.
Here is a video guide to help you if you need support: https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/volunteer-experience/digital-tool-guides/nights-away/#ApplyForNightsAway