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Girlguiding Blackpool Division joined the celebrations as Blackpool’s much-loved Stanley Park marked its 100th birthday with a fantastic day of community activities, entertainment and festivities. The centenary celebrations brought the community together, with visitors enjoying a packed programme of activities and entertainment throughout the day. Among the many community organisations taking part were members of… Continue reading Blackpool Division Celebrates Stanley Park’s Centenary

Lancashire West County came together for a very special evening of celebration at the Wainwright Club in Blackpool, bringing together members from across the county to recognise the incredible dedication, commitment and achievements of our guiding family. The evening was particularly special as it was the first County Celebration Evening for Catherine as our new… Continue reading County Celebration Evening 2026

The girls from 19th and 5th Blackpool Guides swapped Lancashire for the Wizarding World as they enjoyed a magical Camp Hogwarts weekend at Boys Brigade, Kirkham. Throughout the weekend, the Guides took part in a range of exciting activities inspired by Harry Potter. They enjoyed magnificent Hogwarts-style banquets, got creative with themed crafts, and put… Continue reading 5th & 19th Blackpool Guides Harry Potter Camp!

Girlguiding Blackpool Division recently held an event for guides, rangers, and young leaders – Adventure around Blackpool. Girls and units from across the Division took part, starting at the comedy carpet; girls had to make their way to Stanley Park, completing a series of challenges along the way A fantastic day was had by all!… Continue reading Adventures around Blackpool – Blackpool Division

Brownies from 25th Blackpool and 3rd Lytham enjoyed an unforgettable Pack Holiday at Guys Farm, our county activity centre in Lancaster, with this year’s exciting theme of Festivals. Over the weekend, the girls threw themselves into a variety of adventurous and creative activities. They challenged themselves on the crate stack, testing their teamwork, balance, and… Continue reading 25th Blackpool & 3rd Lytham Brownies get together for Brownie Pack Holiday

Lancs West DofE Bronze Expedition, Expeditions in April can be fraught with dilemmas, what do you wear and what do you pack? April showers, frozen tent zips, hail, misty mornings… luckily, we had beautiful sunshine all weekend. Ellie, Kate, Sophia and Alesha had completed all the training and were ready to put it to the… Continue reading Lancs West DofE Bronze Expedition

19th Blackpool Brownies recently enjoyed an unforgettable Brownie Takeover weekend at PGL Winmarleigh Hall in Lancaster. The girls embraced every opportunity to challenge themselves, build confidence and make lasting memories with their friends. Throughout the weekend, the Brownies took part in a variety of exciting outdoor activities, including building their own rafts before some of… Continue reading Brownie takeover at PGL!

I’m delighted to introduce myself as the new County Commissioner for Lancashire West, having had the honour of taking up the role on 1st April 2026. My Guiding journey began as a Brownie in the early 1970s, where I made wonderful memories that have stayed with me ever since. When my daughters joined Guiding, I… Continue reading County Commissioner Update!

We’re holding another leader social walk on Saturday 28 February at Jubilee Tower Car Park and we’d love to see you there! Start location/Time: 10am start at Jubilee Tower Car Park, south east of Quernmore Lancashire Information: The car park is free but there is no tea shop! This will be a circular walk, taking in Clougha… Continue reading Leader Social Walks!

Girlguiding Blackpool Division recently held their Annual Celebration evening at Blackpool Park Golf Club. They were pleased to welcome guests including The Mayor & Mayoress of Blackpool, Our County Commissioner Jacky Ramsden and Division President Mrs Dorothy Notton. Division Commissioner Sue Sankey took the time to thank leaders and volunteers for another fun filled guiding… Continue reading Blackpool Division Celebration Evening!