Ardnavally Team

Ardnavally Scout Activity Centre is run by the Ardnavally Council, one paid staff member and the voluntary wardens team. Both the wardens and staff have responsibility for the management, safe running of activities, maintenance of the site, and ensuring that our guests get the most out of their visit.

AV Team:

Alex Kelso
Ardnavally Site Manager

Living on site with his family, Alex is the eyes and ears on the ground with knowing all that goes on at Ardnavally Scout Activity Centre. An enthusiast for the outdoors adventures and activities, Alex continues to provide Ardnavally his full attention from overseeing the site management to ongoing indoor and outdoor bookings!

Stephen Mallett
Ardnavally Management Chair

Appointed by the District Lead Volunteer, as their representative to oversee the management and development of Ardnavally Outdoor Activity Centre. This position is a voluntary, however, has high reward in seeing both Scouts and external organisations being connected with nature or maximising resources which Ardnavally has to offer!

Simon Hall
Ardnavally Treasurer

Appointed in November 2021, Simon brings a wealth of experience to the treasurer role at Ardnavally. Working with the Ardnavally Scout Council to oversee the strategy, development and investment of Ardnavally Scout Activity Centre. Outside of Scouts, Simon professionally works as an Actuary within Belfast City.

AV Wardens:

Do you want make a local difference within your community? Can you help us paint, fix things, or help us with administration? Why not enquire about volunteering with us via a simple form [insert link to enquiry form on website].

Note: All wardens at Ardnavally go through the process of appointment, which includes the process of Access NI and reference checks. Once these come back clear, the appointment will be recommended to pursue volunteering.

Dwayne Fields proudly holds the title of the UK's 11th Chief Scout

An explorer, adventurer and TV presenter, Dwayne's been seen in BAFTA nominated Channel 5 series Race to the Pole, on BBC Springwatch, Countryfile, National Geographic and Disney+.

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