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Ma de 8 ev ents a t Gi r l g u i d i n g Activ it
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girlguiding.org.uk/activitycentres
Adventure for everyone at
Girlguiding’s Activity Centres
Whether you’re looking for an adrenaline–filled adventure or an action–packed
city break, our Activity Centres offer a wide range of accommodation and catering
Discover a world
options for you and your group. The only tricky bit’s choosing between them…
PUT YOUR MIND AT REST…
of adventure …we’re here to help
We know that taking girls away for a
residential break can sound daunting. Don’t
Our young members are fearless adventurers and one of the worry – we’re here to help you! You don’t
ways we encourage them – and you – to take on new challenges need to have a Going Away With Licence to
is through our four national Activity Centres: Blackland Farm, bring your girls to the events at our Activity
Foxlease, ICANDO and Waddow Hall. Centres. So relax, join in and let our staff
Every centre caters to both day and overnight stays, while offering do all the hard work.
Waddow Hall abilities
something slightly different – from abseiling and canoeing to crate
stacking and sightseeing. …your safety is our priority
Onsite activities for all ages and We’re committed to providing a safe and
B edrooms: 29 www.waddow.org.uk B la c k la n d F a rm Whichever you choose, you’ll always find a wide range of activities
and challenges to suit every age and ability, so wherever you are
enjoyable environment, to ensure you
C ampsites: 8 Waddow Hall, BB7 3LD On site activ ities for all and your girls have the best experience
T: 01200 423186 ages and abilities in the UK, there’s an Activity Centre just for you. Find out what
Self–catering possible. We provide a comprehensive
buildings: 6 E: waddow@girlguiding.org.uk Campsites: 33 www.bla we can offer today.
training package for our staff, so you
cklandfarm.org.uk
Acres: 178 Self–catering Blackland Farm, RH19 can be confident that all our staff are
4HP
buildings: 4 T: 01342 810493 OUR EVENTS appropriately qualified.
Acres: 122 E: blackland@girlguidi
ng.org.uk Discover all the fantastic events we’ve got lined up at our …we support you to develop your skills
Activity Centres for 2018. From space exploration, to nature
conservation, there’s no shortage of inspired ideas for you Fancy completing your Going Away with
and your girls to take part in. Licence? We’ll help you complete it and
build your confidence to take your girls
away on more adventurous opportunities.
CREATE YOUR To find out more, including our whole range
OWN ADVENTURE of adult opportunities, turn to pages 14–15.
In addition to our programme of events, you can use our Activity
IC A N D O s and challenges
Centres however you wish. Whether you’re planning a small
…we support you and your girls
to achieve success
On and off–site activitie F o x le a s e sleepover, a large–scale camping trip, a training event, or you
All our centres offer a range of opportunities
www.icando.org.uk Onsite activ ities simply need a place to stay while you explore the local area, our
Sleeps: 30 for all ages and for girls working towards their Queen’s
ICANDO, SW1W 0PT abilities centres make an ideal destination.
Offers: Event days, Bedrooms: 28 Guide Award, whether it’s volunteering,
T: 020 7592 1818 www.foxlease.o
training days and .uk And don’t forget all the activities, accommodation and catering
E: icando@girlguiding.org Campsites: 15 rg.uk skills development, exploration – or simply
challenge events. Self–catering
Foxlease, SO43
7DE options can be tailored to suit your break. Simply get in touch offering you a great place to celebrate.
Great location for T: 023 8028 2638 and the team will help turn your ideas into reality.
buildings: 3 Our centres are also Approved Activity
packed–lunch breaks Acres: 65
E: foxlease@girlg
uiding.org.uk Providers, so they count towards the Duke
of Edinburgh’s Award.
KEY TO ACTIVITIES DON’T JUST TAKE
BOOKING IS EASY OUR WORD FOR IT… … you can bring your family too
“I liked the crate stacking because Families always receive a warm welcome
Simply phone or email your chosen centre directly. “It was amazing to see it gave me a bit of a challenge at our centres, so why not bring your
Staff will happily help with your requirements and the girls have so much because normally I’m a bit scared family or friends too? We can tempt them
Rainbows Brownies Guides The Senior Section fun in a relaxed, safe of heights but I think I managed with camping trips, themed weekends and
create the perfect break for you. If you prefer to
environment.” ... My score with my friend was excellent cuisine… not to mention all the
Published by Girlguiding email, please include your name, contact details
Gabby, Queen’s Guide 11 stacks that we did.” adventurous activities. Keep an eye out
17–19 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0PT and the number of spaces you would like.
020 7834 6242 info@girlguiding.org.uk www.girlguiding.org.uk All prices in this issue are correct as of June 2017. Award volunteer Ebony May, age 12 for our leisure events on page 19.
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EVENT 2017–2018 EVENT TYPE WHO FOR? COST
c k l a n d Survival Extreme! The ultimate test of your survival skills. Try Theme £75
Bla
SEPTEMBER
shelter building, fire lighting and more. For girls without their Weekend
Leaders. 8–10 September 2017
Wet and Wild Part Two Brownies who have already taken part in Badge £25**
the first Wet and Wild can complete the Watersports badge and Day
gain the First Aid badge. 23 September 2017
Game for Wet Adventures A great opportunity to take part in our Badge £25**
water activities. Gain your Water Safety badge and work towards Day
In the glorious your Outdoor Pursuits badge. 24 September 2017
Sussex
countryside FEBRUARY Sparkle & Ice An extreme weather activity camp for Guides, Special £55
members of The Senior Section and their Leaders. Enjoy an action– Event
packed event with unlimited adventure. Optional Friday night stay
for £15 per person. Find out more on page 13. 2–4 February 2018
Self-catering, APRIL Forest Explorers Come and explore Blackland Farm. Enjoy a day Theme £20
camping or of playing, creating and our onsite activities. 8 April 2018 Day
tented village
The Senior Section Permit Complete The Senior Section Permit Theme £7 per person
Activities in the safety of one of our centres. We’ll provide an adult onsite Weekend per night
for all and a tester and you do the rest. For girls without their Leaders.
ages and 20–22 April 2018
abilities
Day visits,
overnights or MAY Team Challenge Have a go on our high adventure activities and Badge £25**
longer stays make new friends whilst working towards your Outdoor Pursuits Day
Blackland Farm offers a wide range of badge and gaining your Team Player badge. 27 May 2018
instructor–led and self–led activities for both Water Challenge Part One Enjoy a day canoeing, swimming and Badge £25**
residential and day visitors. learning essential water safety skills, whilst working towards Day
your Watersports badge and gaining your Water Safety badge.
Equipment 29 May 2018
On the ground available
for hire Team Challenge Have a go on our high adventure activities and Badge £25**
Aeroball, Archery, Assault course, Bouldering wall, Grass sledges, Low ropes,
make new friends whilst working towards your Outdoor Pursuits Day
Nightline, Orienteering, Sucker archery, Team building, Trails, Tunnels.
badge and gaining your Team Player badge. 30 May 2018
Head for heights
Abseiling, All aboard and Climbing challenge, Bungee trampolines, Climbing Magic & Mayhem A Big Top adventure with the option of an Special £33 day, £58.50
JUNE
overnight stay. Find out more on page 13. 9–10 June 2018 Event overnight,
walls, Crate challenge, Jacob’s Ladder, Perch, Rock climbing, Zip wire. Camps of all adults £15 day,
sizes, up to £40 overnight
On the water 3,000 people
Kayaking, Open canoeing, Swimming. Water Challenge Part Two For Brownies who have taken part in Badge £25**
AUGUST
Water Challenge Part 1 to complete their Watersports badge and Day
Evening activities gain their First Aid badge. 14 August 2018
Campfire, Nature walk.
BOOKING:
Water Safety Enjoy a day kayaking, swimming and learning essential Badge £25**
Contact Blackland Farm water safety skills, whilst working towards your Outdoor Pursuits Day
Facebook “f ” Logo CMYK / .ai
on 01342 810493 or badge and gaining your Water Safety badge. 15 August 2018
www.blacklandfarm.org.uk @blacklandTAC Blackland Farm blackland@girlguiding.org.uk
Survival Extreme The ultimate test of your survival skills. Try Theme £75
*All events are for girls with their Leaders. Unless otherwise stated, licences are not required. Theme Day: A full day of themed activities, 10am shelter building, fire lighting and more. For girls without their Weekend
– 4pm. Theme Weekend: A full weekend of activities, from 6pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday. Badge day: Complete a day’s challenges and be awarded Leaders. 31 August–2 September 2018
4 your badge. 10am – 4pm. **One Leader per section ratio goes free. Additional Leaders are charged at £5 per person. 5
EVENT 2017–2018 EVENT TYPE WHO FOR? COST
l e a s e Weird and Wonderful Sports Action–packed day of sports from Badge Day £20.50**
Fo x
SEPTEMBER
around the world. Gain the Sports badge. 9 September 2017
Awesome Autumn Celebrate autumn in the heart of the New Forest. Badge Day £20.50**
Gain the Personal Safety and Craft badges. 30 September 2017
Awesome Autumn Celebrate autumn in the heart of the New Forest. Badge Day £20.50**
OCTOBER
Gain the Roundabout Seasons or the Seasons badge. 1 October 2017
Conservation Crazy Learn conservation skills, earn badges and make Theme Day All £20.50**
a difference! 7 October 2017 sections
Girls’ Football Tournament Join our annual five–a–side tournament! Theme All £10 per
In the heart Bring a team and compete! Day 1: Training and stamina sessions Weekend sections team
of the New Forest organised by Stoke City F.C. Day 2: Tournament with trophy presented members
by a member of Stoke City Women’s Team. Overnight accommodation per day**
available, camping or en suite rooms. 7–8 October 2017
NOVEMBER Guiding’s Got Talent Individual or team entries welcome. Work with Theme All £99
vocal, dance and drama coaches, practice then perform! Win a chance Weekend sections
to share your act with guiding and beyond! 17–19 November 2017
Full board, self–
Activities catering, camping
for all or tented village FEBRUARY Sparkle & Ice An extreme weather activity camp for Guides, Special £55
ages and members of The Senior Section and their Leaders. Enjoy an action– Event
abilities packed event with unlimited adventure. Optional Friday night stay
for £15 per person. Find out more on page 13. 2–4 February 2018
World Thinking Day Celebrate World Thinking Day with Foxlease! Badge Day All £22**
24 & 25 February 2018 sections
Foxlease offers a wide range of instructor-led Day visits,
overnights or
and self-led activities for both residential and longer stays MARCH Nature Day! Be outside all day, meet animals; make, try, feel and Theme Day £22**
taste what the outdoors has to offer! 17 March 2018
day visitors. Nature Day! Enjoy a forest walk exploring animals, food and nature’s Theme Day £22**
finest things. 18 March 2018
On the ground APRIL
Bonkers about bushcraft Everything bushcraft – from cooking, to den Theme Day £22**
Meeting room building and whittling, learn the skills you need to survive. 7 April 2018
Adventure playground, Archery, Bushcraft, Circus skills, Fencing, Geocaching,
Initiative exercises, Low ropes, Minibeasts, Orienteering, Pétanque (French and conference Bonkers about bushcraft Develop your bushcraft skills – outdoor Theme Day £22**
boule), Pioneering, Pond dipping, Slackline, Traverse wall, Tunnels. facilities cooking, shelter building and whittling. By the end you’ll have all
the skills you need to survive. 8 April 2018
Head for heights Flash, Bang, Boom! Enjoy fun experiments and learn about science. Theme Day £22**
Abseiling, Climbing, Crate challenge, High ropes, Ladder challenge, 28 April 2018
Monkey Climb, Zip wire.
Unit holidays, Fire and Water Earn your Fire Safety and Water Safety badge! Badge Day £22**
On the water Leader training,
MAY
26 May 2018
Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting, Swimming. girl events,
leisure breaks JUNE Magic & Mayhem A Big Top adventure with the option of an overnight Special £33 day, £58.50
Evening activities stay. Find out more on page 13. 9–10 June 2018 Event overnight,
Campfire, Film night, Nature walk, Wide game. adults £15 day,
£40 overnight
BOOKING: Woodland Adventure Day Join us for a day out in the woods with Theme Day £22**
plenty of activities, including a teddy bears picnic.16 June 2018
Contact Foxlease
on 023 8028 2638 or
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JULY Scatter and Splatter Enjoy a day outdoors – planting, playing, Theme Day £22**
www.foxlease.org.uk @FoxleaseTAC Foxlease TAC foxlease@girlguiding.org.uk
cooking and creating! 14 July 2018
*All events are for girls with their Leaders. Unless otherwise stated, licences are not required. Theme Day: A full day of themed activities, 10am AUGUST Wellies & Wristbands It’s a music, adventure and fun all–in–one Special £115 (£105
– 4pm. Theme Weekend: A full weekend of activities, from 6.30pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday. Badge day: Complete a day’s challenges and be weekend. Find out more on page 12. 24–27 August 2018 Event early-bird)
6 awarded your badge. 10am – 4pm. **One Leader per section ratio goes free. Additional Leaders are charged at £5 per person. 7
EVENT 2017–2018 EVENT TYPE WHO FOR? COST
N D O FEBRUARY London Explorer Gain an exclusive badge by taking on the London walking Badge Day £14.50**
IC A
challenge and activities. 13 & 14 February 2018
Meeting room Festival Experience Find your creative side and complete your Badge Day (Half day) £8.50**
Roundabout Festivals badge. 17 February 2018
facilities
Brownies get Creative Unleash your creativity and complete your Artist Badge Day £14.50**
and Designer badges. 18 February 2018
Celebrate World Thinking Day Join ICANDO to celebrate World Thinking Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
Day and learn about WAGGGS. 24 February 2018
Celebrate World Thinking Day (See above.) 25 February 2018 Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
Range of indoor
and outdoor MARCH Superhero Day Celebrate International Women’s Day and channel your Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
activity packs inner superhero for the day. 10 March 2018
available Army Adventure Get army–ready for any adventures that come your Theme Day £14.50**
way. Includes a visit to the National Army Museum. 24 March 2018
Easter Egg Hunt Join ICANDO to celebrate Easter and all things Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
chocolate with our Easter Egg Hunt! 31 March 2018
Sleepover APRIL London Explorer Gain an exclusive badge by taking on the London Badge Day £14.50**
accommodation walking challenge and activities. 4 & 5 April 2018
Commonwealth Games Celebrate the games and enjoy some different Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
sports while learning about the Commonwealth. 6 April 2018
LOST Feel lost in the big wide world? Attend our overnight stay and learn Theme Weekend £80
New survival skills for the modern world. Girls without their Leaders. 7–8 April 2018
Activities Geocaching Ideal central Commonwealth Games (See above.) 9 April 2018 Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
for all challenge London base Dinosaur Day Explore our pre–historic world and learn all about dinosaurs Theme Day £14.50**
ages and available close to major with a visit to the Natural History Museum. 14 & 15 April 2018
abilities autumn 2017 landmarks Marathon Fun Explore some of the route, find out fun facts about the Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
BOOKING: marathon and London. 21 April 2018
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Contact ICANDO on 020 7592 1818 Army Adventure Get army–ready for any adventures that come your way. Theme Day £14.50**
www.icando.org.uk ICANDOlondon ICANDO or icando@girlguiding.org.uk Includes a visit to the National Army Museum. 28 April 2018
Army Adventure (See above.) 29 April 2018 Theme Day £14.50**
EVENT 2017–2018 EVENT TYPE WHO FOR? COST
MAY Wildlife Explorer Complete your Wildlife Explorer badge with ICANDO Badge Day £14.50**
Space Day Explore what there is beyond our world on our Space day. Theme Day £8.50** by exploring the local parks. 5 May 2018
SEPTEMBER
16 September 2017 (Half day) Minibeast Hunt Search for minibeasts in our local parks with ICANDO. Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
Around the World Experience the world, learn about different Badge Day £14.50** 6 May 2018
cultures and earn your badge. New event for 2017. 30 September 2017 Space Camp An overnight adventure to explore beyond our planet… Theme Weekend £80
12–13 May 2018
NOVEMBER CSIcando Uncover evidence and solve clues to brush up on your Theme Day £8.50** London Adventure Explore our capital city right from the heart of London. Theme Weekend £80
detective skills. 11 November 2017 (Half day) 26–27 May 2018
Roundabout Seasons Explore the seasons and gain your Roundabout Theme Day £8.50** London Explorer Gain an exclusive badge by taking on the London Badge Day £14.50**
badge. 18 November 2017 (Half day) walking challenge and activities. 30 May 2018
London Luau Enjoy our Hawaiian–themed party! 25 November 2017 Theme Day £8.50** Safari Experience Enjoy a mini–safari experience in ICANDO, with crafts, Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
(Half day) JUNE
activities and having fun around animals. 2 June 2018
Festive Frenzy Celebrate the holiday season with a visit from a special Theme Day £8.50** Finding Your Way Explore London’s best sights while earning your Finding Badge Day £14.50**
DECEMBER Your Way badge. 3 June 2018
someone! 9 December 2017 (Half day)
Mammals of the World Find out about our biggest animals in the world Theme Day £14.50**
JANUARY How does it work? Take part in some investigations and enjoy science Theme Day £8.50** with a visit to the Natural History Museum. 23 June 2018
fun. 13 January 2018 (Half day) Map and Compass Skills Improve your map and compass skills with our Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
How does it work? Take part in some investigations and gain your Badge Day £14.50** skills session. Then put them to the test on an optional walk. 30 June 2018
Science Investigator badge. 14 January 2018
JULY Mess and Madness Spend some time enjoying messy fun in ICANDO! Theme Day (Half day) £8.50**
How does it work? (See above.) 27 January 2018 Badge Day £14.50** 7 July 2018
Sweet Treats Enjoy the sweeter things in life and gain your Badge Day £14.50**
*All events other are for girls with their Leaders. Unless otherwise stated, licences are not required. Theme Day: A full day of themed activities, 10am Confectioner badge! 8 July 2018
– 4pm. Half day 10am – 1pm and 2pm – 5pm. Theme Weekend: Times vary depending on the weekend you choose, please see the website for details How Does it Work? Take part in some investigations and gain your Badge Day £14.50**
or contact ICANDO. Badge day: Complete a day’s challenges and be awarded your badge. 10am – 4pm. **One Leader per section ratio goes free. Science Investigator badge. 21 July 2018
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Additional Leaders are charged at £5 per person. 9
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EVENT 2017–2018 EVENT TYPE WHO FOR? COST
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Wadd o
SEPTEMBER Brownies do Blackpool A thrilling trip to Blackpool Tower and Blackpool Theme Day/ £45 for day
Zoo, with an option to stay at Waddow Hall for the weekend. Fully Weekend (£95 for
catered in the main hall. 22–24 September, or 23 September for day trip. weekend)
Pretty in Pink, Bold in Black Celebrate everyday heroism and find your Theme £20**
inner superhero. 30 September 2017 Day
OCTOBER 999 Emergency Learn valuable first aid skills through simulated Badge Day £20**
scenarios. Everyone has the potential to save a life! 22 October 2017
LOST Ever felt lost in the big wide world? Attend our fun weekend and learn Theme £70
everything from outdoor cooking and shelter building, to DIY and budgeting. Weekend
Ideal for those considering Uni in the near future! Girls without their
Leaders. 27–29 October 2017
In the heart of NOVEMBER Spooks and Sparklers A magical time of year at Waddow Hall, combining Theme £95
rural Lancashire Halloween and Fireworks night! Come dressed as a witch or goblin, Weekend
and enjoy a weekend with everything from cauldrons to fireworks.
3–5 November 2017
JANUARY Shake Shake Wiggle Wiggle Get your dancing shoes on for this day full Badge day £21**
of different styles of dancing. Gain your Dancer badge. 6 & 7January 2018
Sparkle & Ice An extreme weather activity camp for Guides, members of Special £55
Full board, self- FEBRUARY
Activities catering, camping
The Senior Section and their Leaders. Enjoy an action–packed event with
unlimited adventure. Optional Friday night stay for £15 per person. Find
Event
for all or tented village out more on page 13. 2–4 February 2018
ages and World Thinking Day Talk, taste and try experiences from around the Badge All £21**
abilities world and gain your Thinking Day badge. 25 February 2018 day sections
APRIL How Does It Work? A day of mind–blowing experiments and adventurous Badge Day £21**
activities. Brownies will gain the Science Investigator badge, while Guides
Waddow Hall offers a wide range of instructor– Day visits, complete their GFI Experiment. 7 April 2018
overnights or Scatter and Splatter Enjoy a day outdoors – planting, playing, cooking Theme £21**
led and self–led activities for both residential longer stays and creating. 21 April 2018 day
and day visitors. Stargazer Stay in our tented village, learn about the stars and hope to
see it all for real as you gain your Stargazer badge. 27–29 April 2018
Theme
weekend
£65
with badge
On the ground MAY Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Expedition skills weekend Get ready for Theme £85
your DofE expedition- learn skills in cooking, camp craft, map reading and Weekend
Archery, Badge maker, Bouldering wall, Caving, Circus skills, Curling, Meeting room navigation, route planning, walking, kit packing, first aid and much more.
Game zone, Games bags, Grass sledging, Low ropes, Nightline, and conference Open to any level of DofE, counts as Bronze practice weekend. 4-6 May 2018
Orienteering, Pioneering, Pond dipping, Team building, Waddow’s Warren facilities Brownie Activity Camp A fully catered weekend in the tented village, Theme £75
(underground tunnels). filled with adventurous activities. 11–13 May 2018 weekend
Guides’ Activity Camp A fully catered weekend in the tented village, Theme £75
Head for heights filled with adventurous activities. 18–20 May 2018 weekend
Abseiling, Climbing, Crate challenge, Jacob’s ladder, Tree climb, Zip wire. Water Safety Learn essential water safety skills on and around the water, Badge £21**
and enjoy Waddow Hall’s thrilling activities. 20 May 2018 Day
Unit holidays,
On the water Leader training, Magic & Mayhem A Big Top adventure with the option of an overnight Special £33 day, £58.50
JUNE
Canoeing, Improvised rafting, Kayaking. girl events, stay. Find out more on page 13. 9–10 June 2018 Event overnight,
adults £15 day,
Evening activities leisure breaks £40 overnight
Guides’ Adventure Day An action–packed day of adventurous activities Theme £21**
Campfire, Mini Olympics, Nature walk, Scrapheap at Waddow Hall. 16 June 2018 day
challenge, Talent show, Wide game.
BOOKING: JULY Senior Section Pamper Weekend Wind down after all those exams with Theme £75
a stay at our pamper weekend! Fully catered in the Adventure House, weekend
Contact Waddow Hall with moreish mocktails, massages, pampering, hot tubs and adventurous
on 01200 423186 or activities. For girls without their Leaders. 6–8 July 2018
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www.waddow.org.uk @WaddowHall Waddow Hall waddow@girlguiding.org.uk Rainbow & Brownie Adventure Day An action–packed day of adventurous Theme day £21**
activities at Waddow Hall. 14 & 15 July 2018
*All events are for girls with their Leaders. Unless otherwise stated, licences are not required. Theme Day: A full day of themed activities, 10am Wellies & Wristbands It’s a music, adventure and fun all–in–one weekend. Special £115 (£105
– 4pm. Theme Weekend: A full weekend of activities, from 4pm on Friday until 2pm on Sunday. Badge day: Complete a day’s challenges and be AUGUST
Find out more on page 12. 24–27 August 2018 Event early-bird)
10awarded your badge. 10am – 4pm. **One Leader per section ratio goes free. Additional Leaders are charged at £5 per person. 11
Brownies!
Calling all Rainbows* and
Join in the fun at our 24 hour event, happening across the country
Back at at Blackland Farm, Foxlease and Waddow Hall, on Saturday 9 June to
Music, Foxlease and Sunday 10 June 2018. We will be offering you a Big Top experience, with
adventure Waddow Hall adventure, activities and fun, whether you stay or come for the day.
and fun! for 2018! Bookings open July 201
7
24-27 AUGUST • 2018 8 Ticket price: £58.50 (overnight) or £33 (day
only) per person, adults £15 day, £40 overnight.
Come and join in the fun! The weekend promises to be full of adventure, music, friends
Ticket price includes:
and more, for all Guides and members of The Senior Section. Wellies and Wristbands accommodation food on Saturday evening
2018 will be taking place from Friday 24 until Monday 27 August 2018. and Sunday morning transport from a local
station activities ... and much more!
Bookings close on 28 February 2018, or when all spaces are full.
Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bookings open Ticket price includes: Why not volunteer?
September 2017 • campsite fees This event wouldn’t be able
Volunteer!
At Blackland Farm, Foxlease and
Ticket price: £115 to run without the support Waddow Hall! Visit We need you! If you’re interested in
• full catering from
of fantastic volunteers. girlguiding.org.uk/magicandmayhem volunteering, please use the link on the left
Earlybird ticket price: £105 Friday night until
to download an application pack. to download a volunteer application pack.
Book before February 2018 Monday lunchtime Here’s your chance to get
*Limited overnight space for Rainbows Volunteer price £15 to cover catering.
involved, whether that’s
Bookings close on 31 May • transport from a
local station all the way through the
2018 or when all places preparations or just at the
are filled. • huge range of event, we need you! Email
activities welliesandwristbands@
Tickets will be allocated
on a first-come, first- • wristbands (bring your girlguiding.org.uk
own wellies!) to register your interest.
served basis.
• … and much more! Volunteer price £40
to cover catering costs.
SPARKLE AND ICE Girl-only
extreme
camp
Bookings
open
now!
After a fantastic first event, Sparkle and Ice 2018 will Ticket price:
be even bigger and better! We challenge all Guides £55 per person (optional Friday night extra £15
and members of The Senior Section to test themselves includes dinner, camping and breakfast)
against the elements at our winter camp! Enjoy an
action-packed weekend full of fun, mud – and, who Ticket price includes:
knows, maybe some snow. Camping
The event takes place at Blackland Farm, Foxlease Meals Saturday lunch to Sunday morning
and Waddow Hall from 3-4 February 2018, with an Onsite activities, challenges…and much more
optional Friday night extra.
Bookings close on 31 October 2017, or when all spaces are full.
Visit girlguiding.org.uk/welliesandwristbands to download an application pack. Visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/sparkleandice to download Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. For
an application form and find out about volunteering. more information or to book contact your centre of choice.
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Adult Opportunities
Did you know that our Activity Centres “The best bit for
offer training grants for new and me as a Leader is
existing Leaders? that I didn’t have to do
any of the organisation! It
Up to £25 is available if it’s your first training session, was good. I don’t have a licence
Unless otherwise stated, the following training is available to with a further £50 available for up to 10 people per so I wouldn’t have been able
all members of Girlguiding aged 18 or over, whether they are training session. Get in touch with your preferred to give my girls a residential
adult members or members of The Senior Section. Centre for more information and application forms. experience without this...”
Rosemary Dalrymple,
4th Addiscombe Guides,
EVENT 2017–2018 WHERE COST speaking at Sparkle
and Ice 2017
SEPTEMBER BCU (British Canoe Union) 2 Star Already gained your 1 star? Improve your Blackland £100 per person
paddling skills and gain the 2 star award. 3–4 September 2017 Farm
Level 2 Walking Assessment Weekend To take part you must have attended Waddow £87.50
an approved Girlguiding Level 2 Walking Training course. 8–10 September 2017 Hall
OCTOBER Archery GB – Instructor Award A two–and–a–half–day course for adult volunteers Blackland £250 per person
wishing to lead archery at an introductory level. 6–8 October 2017 Farm
Leader’s Days Day 1: All things activities, 10am to 5pm. It’s all the things that Foxlease £30 per person, per
Adventure Made
Foxlease can offer! From up high to fires and food. Come and explore and day. Optional stay–
discover. Day 2: Pamper and craft, 10am to 5pm. Bring your children for an over £70 both days. Going Away With Licence
activity day at Foxlease while you enjoy your Leader’s Day! Only £20 per child. Dinner included not required for our
Easy for you…
Minimum age 5. 21 & 22 October 2017
organised events
MARCH Domestic Users Chainsaw Course Own a chainsaw? Learn how to safely, Blackland £125 per person
effectively use and maintain it to maximise its life. 13 March 2018 Farm
APRIL Leader’s Retreat A weekend of relaxation and training rolled into one. Recharge Waddow £89.50 Use our skills to help Our members said they want
your batteries, learn some new skills and enjoy the company of other Leaders. Hall
you create your own more adventure in their Going Away With, Part 1
13-15 April 2018
adventure programme, and we want to
Archery GB Instructor Award (See above.) 13–15 April 2018 Blackland £250 per person Gaining your Going Away With Licence
help you make that happen.
Farm is one of the most rewarding parts of
We’re offering two trainings being a Leader. In part 1 we guide you
Archery GB Instructor Award (See above.) 20–22 April 2018 Blackland £250 per person
and a camp to help give you through the theory and provide the
Farm
Rainbow Leader’s Day Come down, explore and try everything on offer for Foxlease £30 per person
the skills you need to achieve training you need.
Queen’s Guide and adventure the easy way.
Rainbows! From planning a sleepover, to activities and accommodation. Lunch
Duke of Edinburgh Waddow Hall: 2-4 February 2018
included. 29 April 2018
opportunities
Foxlease: 16-18 March 2018
MAY Leader’s Days Day 1: From up high to fires and food – come and enjoy a day for Foxlease £30 per person, per Adventure Weekend
you! Lunch included. Day 2: Try crazy crafts, pampering activities and learn new day. Optional stay– Cost: £89.50 now £39.50*
skills. Lunch included. Bring your children for an activity day at Foxlease while you over £70 both days. *£50 support from Adult Leader
Whether a trip to the park or an Training Bursary
enjoy your Leader’s Day! Only £20 per child. Minimum age 5. 12 & 13 May 2018 Dinner included international adventure, we want
Domestic Users Chainsaw Course (See above.) 19 May 2018 Blackland £125 per person Support to complete to make sure your girls get all the
Farm your Going Away adventure they want. Learn skills, Going Away With, Part 2
With Licence discuss ideas and make your own plans
to get more adventure in your unit.
JUNE BC (British Canoeing) 1 Star A basic award covering the skills needed Blackland £50 (plus £7 Complete your Going Away With
to become a paddler. 30 June 2018 Farm certification) Waddow Hall: 6-8 April 2018 Licence. Bring your girls along for
the practical aspects of the camp.
Foxlease: 27-29 April 2018 Activities extra.
ICANDO will be offering evening training sessions covering various topics, including safe space, First Response refresher,
Large scale events Waddow Hall: 8-10 September 2017
managing people and requested topics from Leaders. 10 & 11 October 2017, 27 & 28 February 2018 and 16 & 17 May 2018. Cost: £89.50 now £39.50*
completely organised
Look out on social media and the ICANDO website for more information. *£50 support from Adult Leader
for you Foxlease: 13-15 July 2018
Training Bursary
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just serve up adventure! For delicious formal
meals or sumptuous afternoon teas, look no
further than Waddow Hall or Foxlease. Our
award-winning chefs are on hand to create Our leisure events are available for members and their families
home-cooked fare from fresh local produce to enjoy our centres and surrounding areas.
to suit all tastes and budgets.
EVENT 2017–2018 WHERE COST
SEPTEMBER Waddow Hall’s Big Birthday Bash Celebrate 90 years of Waddow Hall as a Girlguiding Waddow £95 per person
Festive set menus available centre. Highlights include a champagne reception, activities past and present and a Hall
three–course dinner with dancing. There will be a house tour and a talk on Sunday,
Foxlease, Hampshire exhibits from the archive and further optional activities. Now featuring The Swing
Christmas meals starting from £21 per person; Commanders. 16–17 September 2017
Christmas afternoon tea £9.99 per person Royal Parks Rambles Take a self–guided tour around London before heading back to ICANDO £10 per person
023 8028 2638, foxlease@girlguiding.org.uk ICANDO for a tasty cream tea. 17 September 2017
Waddow Hall, Lancashire NOVEMBER Fireworks Night Fireworks, bonfires and food. A Guy Fawkes competition and more! Foxlease £5 per person
Christmas meals starting from £18.50 per person 5 November 2017 (Under 4s free)
01200 423186, waddow@girlguiding.org.uk
DECEMBER Christmas Tree Festival Waddow Hall’s annual display of decorated Christmas trees Waddow £1.50 per
and festive crafts. Open to the general public. 4–9 December 2017 Hall person
Christmas Family Fun Day A festive day for all the family; includes an exciting elf Waddow £3 per person
hunt, meeting Father Christmas, entry to the tree festival, mulled wine Hall (Under 4s free)
and adventurous activities! Open to the general public. 9 December 2017
Countdown to Christmas Get ready for Christmas at Foxlease with crafts, activities, Foxlease £5 per under
wintery trails and a visit from someone special! 16 December 2017 18, adults free
en –P o w e ll JANUARY Sale Sleepover Make the most of London’s January sales, followed by dinner, theatre ICANDO £90 per person
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and a night in central London. A great chance to meet other Leaders. 6–7 January 2018
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Easter Fun Day Enjoy activities, crafts and a M–EGG–A egg hunt around Foxlease. Will Foxlease £5 per person
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Easter Fun Day Enjoy Waddow Hall’s adventurous activities, Easter egg hunt, crafts Waddow £3 per person
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and stalls in our Easter extravaganza. Food and adventurous activities carry an Hall (Under 4s free)
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at one of o
additional cost. Open to the general public. 2 April 2018
Royal Parks Rambles Take a self–guided tour around London before heading back ICANDO £10 per person
to ICANDO for a tasty cream tea. 25 April 2018
The Baden–Powell Challenge Award is MAY Royal Parks Rambles (See above.) 19 May 2018 ICANDO £10 per person
Who can Waddow Hall ICANDO
the ultimate achievement for Guides.
In order to complete the Award a Guide go? Guides 15–17 September 2017, 24–26 November 2017, JUNE Tremendous Trefoil Guild – 75th Anniversary Come and join us to celebrate the 75th Foxlease £30 per person
needs to take part in a Baden–Powell 16–18 February 2018, 8–10 December 2017, anniversary of the Trefoil Guild. Tea, cake, activities, games and crafts – for a fitting
without their 6–8 April 2018, 19–21 January 2018, birthday bash. 16 June 2018
Adventure – a chance for her to try
something new, learn about the next
Leaders. 22–24 June 2018 9–11 February 2018,
Blackland Farm Cost: £95 16–18 March 2018, JULY Open Day Fun for all the family at Foxlease’s annual open day. 22 July 2018 Foxlease Free
stage of her Girlguiding journey and
celebrate the completion of her Award 13–14 October 2017, 10–12 April 2018, Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge With fully qualified and experienced mountain guides, Waddow £195 per
with her fellow Guides. 14–15 October 2017, Foxlease 20–22 April 2018, take on the 3 peaks challenge of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough over Hall person
25–26 November 2017, 22–24 September 2017, 18–20 May 2018, 2 days, full board, transport to challenge and shared accommodation included.
For a Guide to attend one of these Age 14+. 27-29 July 2018
23–24 March 2018, 10–12 November 2017, 22–24 June 2018,
Adventures, her Leader will need
24–25 March 2018, 19–21 January 2018, 13–15 July 2018,
to approve her application and the AUGUST Family Camp An opportunity for volunteers to visit and stay at Blackland Farm with Blackland Dependent
8–9 August 2018 22–24 June 2018 14–16 August 2018
Guide must show that she has nearly their families and experience the on site activities. Open to the general public. Farm on booking
completed all ten Challenge clauses. Cost: £75 Cost: £95 Cost: £77 11–31 August 2018
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This winter, Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and members
of the Senior Section can sample a Taste of Adventure
at our Activity Centres for the special price of just Activity
Centres
£39.99 per person.*
For this great price you can enjoy four fantastic
activities – plus a fully–catered overnight stay.
girlguiding.org.uk/activitycentres
*Subject to availability. Offer available during November, December, January and February.
Accommodation will be allocated before your arrival. © Girlguiding 2017. Registered charity number 306016.
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