SCOUTS, Cubs and Beavers at Culcheth raised £2,000 for a charity for the homeless – by sleeping a night in cardboard boxes.
Members of the 19th Warrington Culcheth Methodist Scout Group took part in the event, which was part of a fun-packed weekend of canoeing, kayaking, cooking on open fires, archery, pioneering and songs around the camp fire.
The Beavers were inside a building, the Cubs in a large marquee and the Scouts and Leaders were outside and open to the elements.
But all spent the night in cardboard boxes.
A light shower overnight did little to dampen spirits!
Food was served in “soup kitchen” style with queues and few luxuries. However no one went hungry and all had a great time.
The event raised money for Compassion in Action – a Leigh based charity that helps the homeless – and Scout Group funds.
In addition tinned and other food was provided to the Culcheth Methodist Church food bank collection service by parents of children attending the camp.
SCOUTS, Cubs and Beavers at Culcheth raised £2,000 for a charity for the homeless - by sleeping a night in cardboard boxes.
Scouts sleep in cardboard boxes
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