Fundraising · 03/09/2026
A Summer of Progress – Nearly Halfway There!
Two £20,000 grants and a generous £5,000 village donation have brought the New Hut project to just under half of its funding target.
Watton at Stone Scouts and Guides
Help us build a new scout hut
Our current Scout hut has served local young people since the 1960s, but it is now reaching the end of its life. We have approved plans for a safe, accessible and modern new building. Now we need the community's help to make it happen.
Fundraising progress
Last updated 25/07/2026
48% secured
- Parish Council
- Grants
- Donations
- Fundraising
- Target
- £175,000
- Secured so far
- £84,500
- Remaining
- £90,500
Latest updates
View all updatesEvents · 13/07/2026
Launching Our Fundraising Campaign
The community campaign is now inviting families, residents and businesses to help.
Fundraising · 02/06/2026
A fantastic start to our fundraising
Watton at Stone Parish Council and Section 106 contributions have helped secure the first £39,500 towards the new hut.
Why this project matters
A safe replacement
The current hut has served since the 1960s and is reaching the end of its usable life.
Room to grow
More space would help welcome young people currently waiting to join.
Better access
A modern layout can support more inclusive activities and community use.
A community venue
The new hut could host meetings, parties and local events when available.
Built for the future
Solar-ready plans and flexible spaces support long-term sustainability.
Current hut
- Built in the 1960s
- Too small
- Poor condition
- Asbestos-containing walls
- Limited accessibility
- Unsuitable layout
New hut
- Modern and safe
- Accessible
- Larger capacity
- Flexible spaces
- Community hire potential
- Solar-ready
Project timeline
- completed
Plans developed
Building designs and plans have been completed.
- completed
Planning permission granted
The approved plans give the group a clear route forward.
- completed
Land secured
A 50-year rent-free lease has been agreed with the local estate.
- completed
Initial funding secured
£40,000 has been secured from parish council and Section 106 sources.
- active
Community fundraising
Grant applications, events and local support are now the active priority.
- future
Full funding secured
The full £175,000 must be secured before construction can begin.
- future
Construction begins
Construction must begin within three years.
- future
New hut opens
The building becomes a long-term asset for young people and the community.