SALISBURY’S Scouts and Guides have wrapped up another triumphant pantomime season with their 2026 production of Camelot.

Months of preparation through last autumn and winter paid off as the cast and backstage team delivered a show that delighted audiences of all ages.

Audience reactions were overwhelmingly positive. Comments included: “Fantastic show again! A brilliant story excellently acted by all”, “great job by everyone” and “amazing as always”.

One parent highlighted the impact on young performers: “Just to say, the work you do with those kids and the experience you create for them is amazing – you are helping them make life long memories and for that I’m eternally grateful to you for all the hard work you put in.”

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District lead volunteer for Salisbury Scouts Ian Jack attended the final performance, written by Ben Crocker and adapted by Sarah Heath, and praised the cast.

He said: “My wife and I were at the final performance on Saturday. Honestly haven’t laughed so much in a long time. Well done one and all – it takes guts to perform and seeing you all do so well made me rather proud to be able to say that I’m DLV. You make my role worthwhile.”

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Mayor of Salisbury Cllr John Wells summed up the show: “Scouts and Guides bring a warm glow to a chilly Saturday evening!

“Salisbury and South Wilts Guides and Scouts brought fun and laughter to a full house with the final performance of their January pantomime (Camelot) at the Studio Theatre in Ashley Road.

“The audience was treated to an evening show full of music and humour by a talented and enthusiastic cast of over 40 young people aged eight to 18 (plus one adult scout leader!).

“Backed up with proficient backstage team the show was an event of which parents and the Scouts and Guides organisation should feel immensely proud.

“As mayor I have had the privilege of attending several Scouts and Guides events in the past year, as on every occasion, the event has brought the best out of our young people.

“Confidence, teamwork, enthusiasm and the sheer joy of performing to their audience was abundantly evident from start to finish – and not a microphone in sight!”

With the curtain down on Camelot, preparations are already underway for the next pantomime, promising another season of music, laughter and young talent.