Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts

About Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts

Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts is a youth organisation based at Douglas House on Meadow Close in Richmond, TW10 7AH. Serving children and teenagers from the local community, the group provides a structured and enjoyable programme rooted in scouting traditions, with a particular maritime character. Young members build confidence, teamwork, resilience and practical skills through outdoor adventures, group activities and social events. The group has connections to scouting communities beyond Richmond, extending into Europe, and has earned a strong reputation locally, reflected in a perfect five-star rating from visitors.

Local area

Richmond has long nurtured a strong sense of civic engagement and community belonging, and a group like Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts fits naturally into that tradition. Situated close to the Thames and the open expanses of Richmond Park, the area provides an ideal setting for a sea scouts organisation whose ethos is built around the outdoors, the water and active participation in community life. In a borough that values independent local institutions and neighbourly connection, this group offers something genuinely rooted — a place where Richmond’s young people grow alongside their peers.

Why choose Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts

Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts carries the trust that comes from an established local presence and a perfect five-star rating from those who know it well. For families in Richmond, Ham and Petersham, it offers far more than an after-school activity — it provides a community, a set of values, and an adventure-based curriculum that builds real character. Its connections to scouting networks across Europe add a broader horizon for young members. Based at Douglas House, it is accessible to local families and deeply woven into the fabric of the neighbourhood.

Services

• Youth scouting programme
• Outdoor adventure activities
• Team-building and leadership development
• Practical skills training
• Social and community events
• European scouting connections and exchanges

Ideal for: Children and young people in Richmond, Families in Ham and Petersham, Parents seeking structured youth activities, Young people interested in outdoor adventures, Community-minded local families.

Frequently asked questions

Where are Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts based?

The group is based at Douglas House, Meadow Close, Richmond, TW10 7AH.

What age groups does the group cater for?

The group serves children and teenagers, in keeping with the standard scouting age range structure, though specific section ages are best confirmed via the website at pandh.org.uk.

What kinds of activities do members take part in?

Members take part in outdoor adventures, practical skills sessions, team-building activities and social events, all within a scouting framework that emphasises confidence, resilience and independence.

Does the group have links beyond the local area?

Yes — the group has connections to scouting communities across Europe, offering young members experiences that extend well beyond Richmond.

How is the group rated by those who have visited?

Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts holds a five-star rating based on ten visitor reviews.