Bear Grylls awards Harpenden Gang Show producer Scouts' highest honour

Ewan Murray has been involved wih the Gang Show for over 50 years, having first been on stage in 1972.

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He has now been presented with a Silver Wolf Award, due to his outstanding contribution to the show and more across the Scouting world.

On advice from others, chief scout Bear Grylls awarded the honour to Ewan.

Ewan coordinating parts of the show. (Image: Harpenden Gang Show)

Mr Murray said: "It was a surprise, an honour and a privilege to have received this award – my efforts are but the tip of the iceberg, with hundreds of willing backstage helpers. It would not have been possible without an amazing backstage team and a superb cast of talented young people on stage.

"Fifty years ago, I was one of those young people, and it has been fantastic to give back, so that they might get the same fun, friendships and the skills that have helped me in later life."

Over 150 young people will take part in this year's Gang Show. (Image: Richard Washbrooks Photography)

The Harpenden and Wheathampstead Gang Show will return for the 73rd time this January, with over 150 young people taking to the stage.

Performances will take place from January 10 to January 14, at Rothamsted Park's Eric Morecambe Centre. 

Ewan added: "I say the same every year but here really is no buzz like a Gang Show buzz.

Ewan has been producing the gang show since 1994. (Image: Richard Washbrooks Photography)

"Our young people are always exceptional, and the audiences are always blown away by the talent displayed by these wonderful young people.

"We know that they all make fabulous friends and amazing memories to last a lifetime in Gang Show and it is a very special time of year for all those involved.”

Tickets can be purchased online at the Harpenden Gang Show website (www.harpenden.gs).