1st Writtle Zodiac Rangers was set up by 2 Guide leaders and 12 Guides who were keen to continue their Girlguiding journey.  Their first meeting was on 9 January 1989 and 35 years later the unit is still going strong! They also now have a number of legacy members, being the daughters or nieces of…

Starting a new unit – a Girlguiding adventure! This month, I want to dig deeper into what it’s like to open a new unit. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a sparkly new recruit, there’s something exciting about this journey. If you like lots of guidance, flow diagrams and checklists for your adventures, take a…

Welcome to 1st East Hagbourne Guide unit and 1st Barton Ranger unit – 2 units we have funded recently. 1st East Hagbourne Guides are the first project unit in Oxfordshire and 1st Barton Rangers are the 3rd new unit in Cambs East! Don’t forget, if you are opening or re-opening a unit, it is probably…

This month’s pathway is ‘leading the way’ which is all about developing leadership skills. There are so many amazing leaders within Girlguiding helping girls from 4-18 year olds to try new things and reach their potential. But building leadership skills, is not just for the girls, it can be really empowering for you too. Being a unit…