The new headquarters of 1st Hopwas Scouts was opened by the Mayor of Tamworth.

Back row :- Peter Williams, Scout Leader, Don Tew, Maurice Wilson, A.D.C. Scouts, Jean Williams, Guide Leader, J.W.Lowe, D.C., Rev. S .Mann, Jo Barker, Cub Leader, David Bilson, Peter Barker, Venture Scout Leader, Front row :- J.B.Smith, G.S.L., Mrs Smith, Mayoress, D.W.Bilson, committee chairman, Mayor, Mrs Ida Williams, treasurer.