In the late 1960s, the group moved to an NCB-owned building next to Lambton Nursing Home. Around the same time, Scouting introduced structural changes to Scout groups, and Fred Forster became Group Scout Leader (GSL).

Fred was supported by the group’s first committee, which included dedicated individuals such as Alan Nicholson, Hugh Ridley, Sid Mathews, Wilf Keating, and Jim Jordan. Together, they helped fundraise through events like dances and beetle drives. Leadership within the group flourished, with figures such as Neil Smith, Carol Forster, Kevin Brown, Michael Bass, and Martin Ridley playing key roles.

Camping thrived, with Scouts enjoying trips to locations such as Walk, Brothers Water, Finthswaite, Loughrigg Tarn, Abbotsford, Derbyshire, Selkirk, and Jersey. These camps, along with other adventures, created unforgettable experiences for the Scouts. From traveling to camp on the back of George Vardy's wagon to the traditional camp court at the end, the entire experience was truly special.