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Scouts from nearly every country and territory gathered for the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Rinkaby, Sweden. Some 4,000 came from the UK and joined 34,000 others for two weeks of activities, fun and making new friends in the most truly international event on the planet.

In addition to the Jamboree itself, all UK participants spent two to three days enjoying wonderful Copenhagen, and between three and four days after the Jamboree staying with families spread across 18 different European countries.

News

We'll meet again

The 22nd World Scout Jamboree ended just how it began, with a downpour of rain and an outpouring of joy and friendship. Read more

Jamboree heroes prepare to depart

The UK volunteers at the World Scout Jamboree have been at their inspirational best. Read more

A world of discovery for UK Scouts - video

Watch as UK Scouts reflect on their time at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden.

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Strength in Solidarity

Three UK Units have been joined by Patrols from overseas for all the fun of the Jamboree as part of the Solidarity project. Read more

A day in the life

Scouts from all over the UK, many of whom are camping elsewhere in Sweden or Denmark have been popping in to the Jamboree as day visitors all week. Read more

We built this city

One of the most popular zones at the World Scout Jamboree offers young people the chance to create their ideal town, and UK Scouts love it. Read more

Sub camp life for UK - video

Watch UK Scouts as they take part in sub camp activities and the Quest and Earth programme modules at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden. Watch now

Bushcraft Jamboree

Backs to basics camping, water activities and tons of fun was on the agenda for many UK Units as they headed off for ‘camp in camp.’ Read more

A field of dreams

UK Scouts are getting into the thick of fun and activities at the World Scout Jamboree. Read more

Time to reflect

After four days at the Jamboree for many it was time to reflect upon their journey and upon their experiences. Read more

Food for thought

A small corner of Sweden is offering UK Scouts a taste of home. Scouts from Yorkshire have built a Medieval Castle in the middle of the Jamboree site. This is where you can find the UK Food House. Read more

Leaders' reception

Crazy costumes and raucous laughter was the order of the day as a Mad Hatters tea party was held at the UK Food House for leaders of the UK Units. Read more

Scouts of the world

Jamboree activities are now in full flow, as the participants begin to meet fellow Scouts from all over the globe. Uniforms and clothing are being swapped and the participants are becoming Scouts of the world. Read more

Bear Grylls at the Jamboree - video

Watch the UK Chief Scout drop in on the World Scout Jamboree. Watch now

 

'Amazing sight' greets UK Units

The entire UK Contingent has safely arrived at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree. Units are now busily working to transform the campsite into a home-from-home for the next ten days. Read more

Danish delight for Jamboree Units

Copenhagen has been awash with UK units gearing up for the experience of a lifetime. Activities, sightseeing and a huge party have all been on the agenda, before the masses make their way to Sweden. Read more

UK Scouts help build Jamboree site

As 38,000 Explorer Scouts from around the world boarded planes, trains, boats, cabs and busses, some members of the International Service Team have been busy on site to prepare for their arrival. Read more

Jamboree and events in Norway

Following the tragic events in Norway the UK Contingent Management Team to the World Scout Jamboree is monitoring the situation closely and, at the current time, UK participation will go ahead as planned. Read more

Driving this? Crazy

Three UK leaders are gearing up for an incredible four-wheel adventure at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree by driving there and back in a black taxicab. Read more

 

Jamboree trucks head for Sweden

Trucks full of equipment and teams of volunteers are beginning to make their way to Sweden in preparation for the arrival of 4,000 UK Scouts and adult volunteers at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree. Read more

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Sub camp life for UK Scouts

BBC One News

A world of discovery for UK Scouts

UK Scouts set up site at the jamboree

Copenhagen UK pre-event

UK departures



Mike's blog

The UK Contingent Leader, Mike Parkes, kept us up-to-date with his thoughts on all things Jamboree.

Meet the Team

As well as the 4000-plus young people, leaders and IST attended the Jamboree from the UK Contingent, there was a team of volunteers and staff who were responsible for managing the involvement. Find out who they were.