Welcome to the 11th Purley (St James) Website

We are an active group of approximately 45 members, drawing from the Purley, Kenley and Riddlesdown areas.

Led by experienced leaders and supported by Young Leaders and parents, our Beavers, Cubs and Scouts engage in a wide variety of exciting Scouting activities, learning important life skills along the way.

As well as taking part in activities during their weekly meetings, they also have the opportunity to go on outings, camps and get involved in district-wide events, bringing them together with other Scout groups in the area.

We're excited to announce that we're moving to our new meeting place at St. Edmunds Church Hall in Mitchley Avenue on 10th January 2023 and are looking forward to seeing everyone in the New Year.

See below for more details on how to get there.

How to find us

From January 10 we are meeting at St Edmunds Church, 51 Mitchley Ave, Purley CR8 1BZ.

By car

St Edmunds is on the A2022, Mitchley Avenue, between Lower Barn Road and Copthorne Rise. Free on-street parking is available nearby.

By bus

The 412 between Croydon Town Centre and Purley runs along Mitchley Avenue.

By train

Riddlesdown Station on the East Grinstead line from Victoria and East Croydon, is a 6 minute walk (approx 1/3 mile) from St Edmund’s along Lower Barn Road.

Contact us for more information on meeting times.