The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme has units running in schools, youth centres, Swindon Town Football Club, The Rowdy Bunch, and Boys Brigade.

It is open to all young people between the ages of 14 and 25 and gives opportunities for personal achievements, adventure, community and social involvement and a widening of interests. To qualify for the award, entrants must satisfy the requirements of four sections service, expeditions, skills and physical recreation.

Call Jenny Bourne on 01793 536066 or write to Westbourne Youth Centre, Westcott Street, Swindon SN1 5HS.