On Wednesday 15th June we’ll be running an induction session for anyone who is fairly new to Girlguiding, or might be interested in finding out more about Girlguiding beyond their unit. You’ll have the chance to meet other volunteers, learn how your role fits into the leading charity for girls and young women in the … Read more
Girlguiding Somerset North will be involved in Weston-Super-Mare Pride this July. We have a stall booked within the event, which will be open for young members aged 13+ to volunteer on, as well as adult volunteers. Unfortunately, WsM Pride has decided against holding a parade this year. If you or any girls aged 13+ would … Read more
With the summer here, there are lots of trips away planned. If there are girls in your unit who are struggling to afford a trip, there are a number of division grants that could help. Division exec have recently reviewed the grants policy so do take a look. https://girlguidingbath.org.uk/leaders-area/finance/
Message from the organisers: We are very excited to invite you to an amazing opportunity to join Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and Network at Minehead Jamboree 6th-8th January 2023. This is an exciting weekend open to all Brownies, Guides and Rangers from the age of 8+ and will be held at Butlin’s Minehead for an exclusive weekend … Read more
We’re hearing lots about the exciting activities that have been going on across Girlguiding Bath. We’d love it if you could encourage your girls to write an article for the website/social media about something they’ve enjoyed doing with their unit. Email them in and the best one will receive a prize! Send your articles to … Read more
On Saturday 11 June there will be a free Division Fun Day for Rainbows and Brownies. The event will be from 10:00 – 12:30 at Cranwell House (Royal High Bath Prep School) and may involve some badge work as well as a range of fun activities. Leaders will not be expected to lead activities; you can simply … Read more
Our fantastic shop will be open as usual on 28th May, closed on 4th June and then open every Saturday morning until 16th July. If you can’t make it into town on a Saturday morning, please contact the shop by phone or email and they can arrange to open at other times to suit you. … Read more
It’s great when new volunteers are encouraged to join us. Parents, carers or family members of girls, or friends, colleagues or relations of existing volunteers can often be persuaded to join us with a bit of encouragement. If you do welcome a new volunteer into your unit, whether they are an adult or young volunteer … Read more
Our fantastic LQ co-ordinator, Liz, has recently moved away from Bath to be closer to her family so we’re looking for someone new to take on this role. The role will be for around 18 months. This is because a new LQ will be introduced in the Autumn which will no longer need support from … Read more
We know that lots of units are facing significant challenges with banking, and it seems Girlguiding units are not alone as a charity. The Civil Society Group have launched a consultation to help them influence stakeholders. It’s very short, and would be helpful if any units within guiding shared their experience. The survey is at … Read more