Janet and I were very lucky to be nominated to attend theGirlguiding Celebrates in Manchester earlier this month. After a long 4 ½ hour drive, I arrived with my daughter Louisa in avery busy Manchester. Coming from quiet Somerset, it was all veryoverwhelming. Not knowing where to go exactly and looking lost, weheard a call … Continue reading Our Memorable Day at Girlguiding Celebrates in Manchester
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Book now for another opportunity to sail at Durleigh on 14 September
Are you ready for an adventure on the water? We're thrilled to invite you and your Brownies, Guides, and Rangers to a fantastic day of sailing and fun. It takes place at Durleigh Sailing Centre on Sunday, 14 September 2025.
Set sail at Durleigh on 22 June for a day of fun and activities!
Are you ready for an adventure on the water? We're thrilled to invite you and your Brownies, Guides, and Rangers to a fantastic day of sailing and fun. It takes place at Durleigh Sailing Centre on Sunday, 22 June 2025.
County sleepovers 2025
We're excited to bring you sleepovers for each of the sections in 2025. Rainbows took place in April at Puxton Park. They had a fantastic time 😊 Brownies will take place on 27 September at Wookey Hole. Book here Guides will take place on 18 October at Wells Cathedral Book here Rangers and Young Leaders … Continue reading County sleepovers 2025
GLOW: a day of fun and friendship for girls and leaders
On 22 June 2024 we had a fantastic time at Glow, a South West England Region event held at Woodhouse Park Activity Centre in Almondsbury! It was a brilliant opportunity for girls from all sections of Girlguiding Somerset to come together, try new activities, and make new friends. GLOW encapsulates the essence of our event: … Continue reading GLOW: a day of fun and friendship for girls and leaders
Sailing Day at Durleigh, Bridgwater, 7 July 2024
Calling Brownies, Guides and Rangers! Are you ready for an adventure? Join us for a fantastic Sailing Day at Durleigh Sailing Centre in Bridgwater on Sunday 7 July 2024 from 10am till 4pm. The cost is £10 per Brownie, Guide and Ranger. Set sail on Somerspirit! This is your chance to experience the thrill of … Continue reading Sailing Day at Durleigh, Bridgwater, 7 July 2024
Saba’s NSGSO Diary
Saturday Hi, my name is Saba and I am a Ranger from Somerset. Apart from Girlguiding I have one other passion and that is music. To be precise, I play the French Horn, which is the circle-shaped brass instrument in the orchestra.  Saba, a Ranger in Somerset Last year, my leader told me about an … Continue reading Saba’s NSGSO Diary
What we’ve learnt about inclusion at large events
Do you have disabled girls in your unit? Are you disabled? Chances are you are unconsciously adjusting your programme and arrangements every week. But what happens when you want to take part in a large scale event? How will everyone's needs be met when there are hundreds or even thousands of people attending? If you're … Continue reading What we’ve learnt about inclusion at large events
Girlguiding Somerset county camp 2024
Come and join us at the Somerset county camp that is taking place from 20 – 22 September 2024 (21 - 22 September for Rainbows) at Mendip Activity Centre (BS25 5PQ) 1726842600 days hours minutes secondsuntilCounty camp This camp is open to all Girlguiding Somerset members and will include a mix of activities – some … Continue reading Girlguiding Somerset county camp 2024
Yeovil Together celebrates our diverse communities
The team from Girlguiding Yeovil were delighted to take part in Yeovil Together on Sunday 2 July 2023. Organised by Somerset Diverse Communities, the free event brought together hundreds of people for a cultural celebration at Westlands Entertainment Venue in Yeovil. Girlguiding Somerset county inclusion adviser, Zahari (they/them), said: 'We had a great afternoon at … Continue reading Yeovil Together celebrates our diverse communities
