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
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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
How to unlock the power of Peer Education for girls in your unit
What is Peer Education? Peer Education is when girls explore important topics with specially trained peer educators. They will visit your group during your normal unit meeting and run interactive sessions. Who can book a Peer Education session? Any Brownie, Guide, Ranger, or Inspire group can book a peer education session. Sessions are also available … Continue reading How to unlock the power of Peer Education for girls in your unit
Our day and night with the tigers adventure
1-2 June 2023 Units from Somerset had a fantastic time at Dartmoor Zoo, taking part in workshops on close encounters, animal enrichment and animal behaviour, organised by the zoo’s education team. Girls and their leaders got a chance to get up close and personal with giant African snails, stick insects and even stroke real tiger … Continue reading Our day and night with the tigers adventure
Girls sleepover at the Palace to celebrate the Coronation
On 7 May at 12.30 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers started to arrive at the Bishop’s Palace in Wells, with their families and leaders for an afternoon of activities arranged by Girlguiding Somerset for the girls and the general public. In keeping with our ethos, the activities were on an environmental theme and included recycling … Continue reading Girls sleepover at the Palace to celebrate the Coronation
65 girls enjoy environmental and charity projects in our first Reduce, Reuse, Recycle day
On Saturday 25 March girls from all sections took part in a day of activities focused on our environmental pledge to reduce, reuse and recycle in Somerset. Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers took part in the all day event at the Canalside, Bridgwater. Hygiene kits for girls in need Girlguiding Somerset county president, Margaret Maltby, … Continue reading 65 girls enjoy environmental and charity projects in our first Reduce, Reuse, Recycle day
Coronation Camp-out / Camp-in
The Bishop’s Palace, Wells, Sunday 7 – Monday 8 May 2023 Volunteers wanted Are you attending our ‘camp in / camp out’ or afternoon activities on Sunday 6 May? We're looking for volunteers. Can you help with one of these environmental activities? Everything you need, and full instructions will be provided. Community Garden: Wildflower seed … Continue reading Coronation Camp-out / Camp-in
An opportunity for young musicians
Find out more about the National Scout & Guide Symphony Orchestra and Concert Band and apply at https://nsgso-nsgcb.com/. NSGSO_NSGCB_Flier_2023Download
Archery Opportunities for girls in Somerset
Our local leader, Laura, is a qualified archery instructor I’m Laura, a Rainbow, Brownie and Ranger leader here in Somerset. I am also a qualified Archery GB instructor in the county! Laura is very happy to run an introductory archery session for any unit. She can run a fun and safe session teaching girls the … Continue reading Archery Opportunities for girls in Somerset
Peer Education opportunities
Are you aged 14-25? Are you interested in making new friends, developing new skills and improving your confidence? We have two Peer Education opportunities: Basic Training Weekend (Friday 28 - Sunday 30 January 2022)Topic Training Day (for existing Peer Educators, Sunday 30 January 2022) Find out more and book online! If you've not yet discovered … Continue reading Peer Education opportunities
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