A Mountain Ash was officially ‘dedicated’ at 6:45pm on Monday 23rd April, St George’s Day, marking 100 years of scouting, by the Mayor of Fareham, Councillor John Bryant and Mr Alfred Breeze the President of the Fareham District Scouts.
The tree, a Mountain Ash has been provided by the council, together with a plaque and sign to celebrate the centenary year of scouting. The tree and plaque are located on the Civic Walk between the Civic Offices and the Library.
Executive Member for Community, Councillor Brian Bayford, said: “As a Queen’s Scout, I am pleased to congratulate all those involved in scouting on celebrating their centenary. I am delighted that the council has been able to pay tribute by planting a special tree, and erecting a plaque and sign to mark the occasion.