Wondering how to get your child’s uniform ready? This guide to Beaver Scout badge placement helps UK parents understand where each badge goes — and why it matters.
Badges aren’t just for show. They help celebrate a Beaver’s achievements and make them feel proud of being part of their group. Proper placement keeps uniforms looking smart and helps leaders quickly identify each scout’s progress.
A typical Beaver Scout uniform includes:
If your group needs custom neckerchiefs, woggles or custom badges, Scoutwise offers personalised options made for UK Scout groups.
Left and right mean the wearer’s left and right — not left and right as you look at the picture. The diagram shows the front of the sweatshirt, so the wearer’s left sleeve is the one on the right-hand side of the image, and the wearer’s right sleeve is on the left-hand side. The table below uses the wearer’s left and right throughout.
Here’s a quick reference table for badge positions:
Badge Name Placement Location (wearer’s left and right) Membership Award Left chest Joining In Awards Left chest, directly above the Membership Award Occasional Badges Left chest, above the Joining In Awards Activity Badges Left sleeve Staged Activity Badges Left sleeve, alongside the Activity Badges Challenge Awards Right chest, in a honeycomb pattern Chief Scout’s Bronze Award Right chest, directly above the Challenge Awards Group Name Tape Right chest, above the Chief Scout’s Bronze Award Cornwell Scout Badge / Gallantry / Meritorious Conduct / Commissioner’s Commendation Right chest, at the top of the chest group Leadership Stripe Upper right sleeve Scotland / Northern Ireland Badge Right sleeve, above the District Badge District Badge Right sleeve County / Area / Region Badge Right sleeve, below the District Badge YouShape Award Right sleeve, below the County / Area / Region Badge Custom Group Badge On the scarf — or the right sleeve if your group does not use a scarf badge Union Flag Right shoulder, at the shoulder seam Wales Badge Shoulder seam — shown on both shoulders in the official diagram (Wales only) Ask your leader if you’re ever unsure. Diagrams are usually available through the official Scouts UK website.
Want a custom badge to represent your group’s next adventure? Scoutwise can design a badge to match your camp theme or group identity.
Some badges carry over when your child moves on:
Other badges usually stay on the old uniform or are sewn onto a camp blanket as keepsakes.
Learn more in our Cub Scout badge placement guide.
Where do Beaver badges go on the uniform?
All positions below are the wearer’s left and right.
How should I attach badges?
Sewing is best. Badge tape works short-term. Avoid glue.
Can badges be moved between uniforms?
Some can, especially if your child is progressing to Cubs. See our Cub badge placement guide.
Where can I get custom group badges?
Scoutwise designs and delivers custom woven and embroidered badges for UK Scout groups.
Getting badge placement right helps your child feel part of something bigger. It builds pride and shows off everything they’ve achieved. If you’re ever unsure, just ask your group leader or check the diagrams on scouts.org.uk.
And if your group wants something unique — from neckers to badges — Scoutwise is here to help make it special.
