More than 1,200 Beaver Scouts across Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire took part in a 'superheroes' camp.

Hosted at the children’s houses, the event, which was supported and broadcasted live by Bucks Scout Radio, saw the Scouts ask everyday 'superheroes' questions about what they do for a job.

The ‘superheroes’ in question included a policeman and a doctor, as well as a supermarket worker and a post office worker.

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This gave the children, aged between six and eight, the chance to learn what real-life heroes do on a daily basis.

The event, which took place on the weekend of March 13 and March 14, saw the Scouts, as well as their siblings and family members, enjoy an eventful 24 hours, as a new activity was announced every 60 minutes for the children to complete.Bucks Free Press: One of the children who took part in the event One of the children who took part in the event

On Saturday, some of the activities the children were given included writing a poem, making an obstacle course, creating a superhero out of a potato, as well as a jet pack and a parachute for their superhero, and building a den. 

Sunday started with a superhero workout, a quiz, and the opportunity to make a superhero out of any recyclable items they could find.

Beaver Scout Mason said: “The whole camp was great.

“I liked making the jetpack best of all.

"I’m really looking forward to all of the Beavers being able to meet together again very soon.”

Tessa Ingram, lead volunteer for Beaver Scouts in Buckinghamshire said: “When we asked volunteers if they wanted a virtual camp there was an overwhelming 'yes'.

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“Seeing the photos on social media of the children dressing up, building their den, making their obstacle course, and doing all of the activities brought a lump to my throat.”

For further information about Wycombe Scouts, visit www.bucks-scouts.org.uk.