We’re keen to help you and your units to enjoy the outdoors, learn new skills and to get together to network with like minded volunteers – lead by our enthusiastic trainers and outdoor teams.   Whether you are new to Outdoor activities or would like to improve your confidence and knowledge this is the training…

Hi, I’m Kate Jennings – a Guide and Ranger leader and commissioner for Chelmsford North division. I’m also enthusiastic about offering girls fun and adventure out of doors. I’ve been asked to lead an event team to organise a county camp for Guides and Rangers – for everyone in ENE especially encouraging those units who…

Written by Jodie Harvey As girls and women of all ages made their way under the canopy of mystical trees to the park entrance, the air was electric with excitement. Fairy wings, unicorn horns, glitter, and tutus adorned many of the young people who were being transported to the enchanted kingdom to meet the characters…

We often hear from leaders about the pressures on the girls in their care – be it mental wellbeing, gender stereotypes and even safety. Brownie, Guide and Ranger units could think about inviting a Peer Educator to run a fun unit meeting, nothing to plan yourself – you just arrange for a Peer Educator to…

I know that many of you are celebrating in your units, districts and divisions and I hope that you enjoy your fun filled events.  I also know that many plan to collect donations to support the Thinking Day Fund. I have fond memories of many hours spent shining pennies as a girl to donate to…

      In 2024, the world is coming to you! Essex Guides & Scouts will have the opportunity to experience an international jamboree on their doorstep. Our flagship event is back and promises to be a week of fun, friendship and adventure with 1000’s of participants from the U.K. and across the globe.   …

After months of work we are delighted to present Phase 1 of our new county website. We acknowledge that it may be different to navigate, forms are now on the relevant pages and it’s a work in progress. The website is designed to help our members and parents alike – if there is something that…