Cubs Visit Darlington Police Station

Under arrest: the Cubs inside a police cell

At the end of September, Cubs from the Squirrel pack visited Darlington Police station. They were shown around by Chief Inspector Dave Sanderson and learned about the history of the station, the different sections of policing, and the resources and equipment which Durham Constabulary uses. This was followed by a guided tour around the station.

First stop: custardy. The officers working there that evening were grilled by the Cubs on a wide variety of hypothetical situations and scenarios. Then, the Cubs were shut into a bland, empty cell where it was pitch black to see what a night locked there would be like.

The Cubs were then taken outside and shown the police vans and cars. They got to look at some of the police technology used in the vehicles and play with the sirens and flashing blue lights.

Before they departed, they returned inside the station so their knowledge could be tested in a 10 question quiz. Amazingly, all sixes managed to get full marks and they all received a certificate for their efforts.

Overall, the Cubs thoroughly enjoyed the visit probably too much as many were eager to see inside the police van and explore custardy again.