Our current HQ is over one hundred years old. We are nursing it along with as much TLC as we can, but it is starting to show its age. Additionally, the requirements from the 1920's are very different from today, and there are some serious limitations that we have to work around.
It is too small. We currently have over 160 members between the age of 4 and 18, and a waiting list of over 200. A new, larger, purpose built HQ would allow us to both increase the size of each section (Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers), and run more sections side by side. This will allow us to welcome even more young people from the local area to our group.
We want to be able to support local voluntary groups. Although our HQ is very busy during the evenings, and many weekends, there are times when it isn't fully utilised. We would love for local groups to be able to take advantage of our facilities, but due to the current limitations of the building, that isn't practical. A new HQ would benefit not just Viking Sea Scouts, but many others in the local community.
