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Poland 2027 is the next World Scout Jamboree

The World Scout Jamboree (WSJ) is a global gathering of Scouts and Guides, held every four years in different countries. It brings together thousands of young people aged 14 to 17 from around the world to celebrate international friendship, cultural exchange, and the spirit of Scouting.​

We’ve released details of ScoutsCymru’s international trips for 2026–2027 and this includes the trip to the World Scout Jamboree in Poland.

Interested? You’ll need to apply for our International Taster Weekend in autumn 2025, which also doubles as the selection weekend.

Deadline to apply is midnight on 5 October 2025

📍 Complete the form today!

Link to all the details you need is below. 

ScoutsCymru International Opportunities pages

🛑 STOP PRESS: OUR JAMBOREE LEADERS ARE HERE!

After a competitive selection process, we’re proud to introduce the incredible volunteers who will be leading ScoutsCymru’s journey to the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Poland. Passionate, experienced and full of energy, this dream team is ready to guide our young people through the adventure of a lifetime.🌟🌍

Meet the dream team behind our Jamboree journey to Poland 2027

Looking ahead: 26th World Scout Jamboree – Poland 2027

The next WSJ is scheduled for 30 July to 8 August 2027 in Gdańsk, Poland. The event will mark the 120th anniversary of Scouting and will be held on Sobieszewo Island, known for its natural beauty and ecological significance.

Scouts Cymru has been allocated 2 Units for the 26th WSJ, this will allow 8 leaders and 72 YP across 8 patrols the chance to participate.

Participation and eligibility of young people

Applications for young people open in early September 2025

To be eligible for the WSJ, participants must:

  • Be aged between 14 and 17 at the time of the event –This means your birthdate must be between 30 July 2009 and 30 July 2013.

    Be active members of The Scouts or Girlguiding

  • Attend and engage in selection and preparation events​
Applications to be part of the ScoutsCymru Unit heading to the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Poland 2027 will open in the first week of September 2025.​

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join thousands of Scouts from around the world, explore a new culture, and represent Wales on the international stage.​

Our All-Wales Units will work with young people from across Wales, so being able to travel for preparation camps, fundraising activities, and events is essential. Parents and Young people should be prepared for a significant time commitment to help us deliver the best possible Jamboree experience for our young people.

Keep an eye on our website and socials for the latest updates — and don’t leave it to the last minute!

What you can do between now and the application process opening to prepare:

Based on previous Jamboree selection processes, here are a few things to start thinking about:​

  • Why you want to go – What excites you about the Jamboree? What do you hope to learn and experience?
  • What makes you a good team member – Think about times you’ve worked with others, shown leadership, or overcome challenges.
  • Scouting experience – What have you done so far in Scouts that you’re proud of?

More information about the selection process and how to apply will be shared nearer the time.

Why not check out the WSJ website? Link below!

World Scout Jamboree 2027

Leader Applications

Applications to be a leader at the WSJ in Poland have now closed but if you have applied and would like to relook at the information, you can access it via the link.

Details on the application process for leaders