GIRLGUIDING INFORMATION

Guiding is a game - with a purpose. It provides opportunities for girls and young women (aged 5 - 26) to:
- be challenged by new adventures and experiences and achieve a sense of pride in accomplishment ... find out more

The name may have changed slightly over the years, but Girlguiding UK has been around since 1910 - ever since the founder of the Scout Movement was inundated with requests from girls to recognise the need for a girls equivalent. Read more

Girlguiding Scotland is Scotland's largest voluntary organisation for girls and young women and is part of an international organisation with over 10 million members worldwide. Read more

Here are the answers to the most popular questions we are asked about:

• Activities
• Joining
• Membership
• Uniform
• Leaders

With 50% of the female population having been a member of Girlguiding, it is not surprising that there is a long list of women in Scotland who have gone on to enjoy outstanding and significant success in their chosen fields. Read more

Information for parents and guardians and what they say about Girlguiding Scotland. Read more.

Child safety on the Internet and guidelines for members. Read more

Web accessibility ensures all users, regardless of their physical and mental capability, are able to access the content and services on our website. Read more

Netherurd House is a beautiful Georgian Mansion set amid the Border Hills of Peeblesshire in its own attractive grounds. The unspoilt natural surroundings of wooded walks and gardens ... read more

All our Scottish Guide shops carry items from the main trading service catalogue as well as a good variety of craft materials, camping and outdoor goods and gifts and souvenir badges which will vary from shop to shop. More details

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Girls and young women in Girlguiding Scotland take part in a massive variety of stimulating and interesting activities. To see all the activities Guiders take part in click here.