Thieves and vandals hunted by police over attacks at scout activity centre in Sheffield

A police probe is under way into a series of burglaries and vandalism attacks at a popular scout activity centre in Sheffield.

Hesley Wood Scout Activity Centre, Chapeltown, has been repeatedly targeted over recent weeks.

South Yorkshire Police said the centre ‘usually acts as a hub for the local community’.

Thorpe Hesley Scout Activity Centre, Chapeltown, Sheffield.placeholder image
Thorpe Hesley Scout Activity Centre, Chapeltown, Sheffield. | Other 3rd Party

The force said: “It has been targeted numerous times over the last few weeks causing extensive damage to both buildings and vehicles.”

Call 101 and quote crime reference 14/60920/20.

News you can trust since 1887
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice