Narberth Scouts have received £2,500 from Narberth Freemasons.

The gift will enable the progressive Scout leaders to purchase much-needed camping equipment for this year's summer camp initially, but it will also be used in extending the range of facilities and experiences which can be offered to the new Beaver and Scout sections at Narberth.

The presentation was made by Worshipful Brother John Mycroft, the Worshipful Master of the Narberth Masonic Lodge Number 2001, who said: "It is great to be able to donate a substantial amount of money to an enthusiastic and worthy organisation based in Narberth.

"We hope that the donation will buy all of the essential equipment that the Scouts had on their vast shopping list, enabling them to partake in their varied outdoor activities properly equipped for the job."

The Worshipful Master was supported by a number of Past Masters of the Lodge, including Worshipful Brothers Ronald Hurst, Anthony Morgan (charity steward), Patrick Wadia (secretary), Ray Cartwright and David Gibbs.

Upon receiving the gift, William Silverstone, the Scout leader of the 1st Narberth Scout Group, said: "Thank you once again for the cheque. The money will enable us to offer fantastic Scouting experiences, regardless of the background of the children concerned."

Other Scout leaders and officials had turned out in force for the presentation, which indicated the importance of the gift to the 1st Narberth Scout Group.

These included Sue Benbow (Area Commissioner for Pembrokeshire), together with Narberth Scout leaders and officials, Steve Goymer (assistant Scout leader), Clare Staniland (assistant Cub leader), Emma Underwood (secretary) and Adrian Clague (Quarter Master).

Narberth Group Scout leader Graham Fowke was unable to attend. He is a veterinary surgeon and had been called out to answer an emergency call.