Basingstoke’s biggest Scouting and Guiding multi-activity day where participants can try out a whole range of activities, welcoming our young people aged 4 through to 17.

Our Core Team

Meet our core team of volunteers who throughout the year bring BEASTLY to life!

Jack Tracy

Jack Tracy

Event Lead

Jack is one of the Event Leads as well as a District Lead Volunteer for Basingstoke East Scouts. With a passion for youth development and a commitment to creating memorable experiences, Jack has played a pivotal role in organising and leading BEASTLY since it first started in 2021.

Paul Hogan-Williams

Paul Hogan-Williams

Event Lead

Paul is another of our event leads and also District Lead Volunteer for Basingstoke East Scouts. Known for his enthusiasm and organisational skills, his leadership and commitment ensure an engaging and successful event, making a positive impact on all participants.

Julie Jacobs

Julie Jacobs

Inclusion Lead

Julie is our inclusion lead, bringing over 30 years of invaluable experience in Scouting to her role. Passionate about creating inclusive environments, Julie is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals feel welcomed to our event.

Craig Harris

Craig Harris

Programme Lead

Craig is the dedicated Programme Lead overseeing all zones and activities at BEASTLY. With a knack for organization and a passion for adventure, Craig ensures that all our activty zones run smoothly and engages participants to the fullest.

Tim Gibbons

Tim Gibbons

Catering Lead

Brining a wealth of experience in catering on large Scouting events. Tim oversee’s all catering from feeding our volunteers setting up the event through to providing lunch service for over a thousand participants.

Danny Evans

Danny Evans

Active Zone Lead

Full of energy himself, Danny oversees our Active Zone where participants can take part in a wealth of high energy activities such as Zorb Football and our caving experience.

Pete Morgan

Pete Morgan

Everyday Adventure Zone Lead

With a whole wealth of Scouting experience, Pete oversees our Everyday Adventure Zone where we have plenty of hands on experiences such as backwoods cooking and fire lighting.

Vicky Evans

Vicky Evans

Creative Zone Lead

Alongside Pam, Vicky looks after our creative zone. It is our hub of imagination and innovation from circus skills to drumming workshops, there is something for all our participants.

Pam Byrne

Pam Byrne

Creative Zone Lead

Alongside Vicky, Pam looks after our creative zone. It is our hub of imagination and innovation from circus skills to drumming workshops, there is something for all our participants.

Nathan Robinson

Nathan Robinson

Adrenaline Zone Lead

Nathan is responsible for our adrenaline zone and ensuring that it delivers those adrenaline activities. With Shooting, archery, crossbows and much more. 

JOIN OUR TEAM

BEASTLY wouldn’t be the amazing event it is without a huge team of volunteers. We are looking for more to help continue to grow, so why not check out our volunteer vacancies and see what you can bring to the table.

What Our Participants Say

“An absolutely brilliant day. Can’t wait for the next one!”

– Zac, Squirrel Scout

“EPIC! Best day of my life!”

– Emily, Scout

“I had an amazing day, can’t wait until next year!”

– Charlotte, Guide

Join Our Team