Girl Guiding Surrey East

County Small Exec - November
2026-11-17 19:30 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Surrey
Meeting for the County Small Exec which includes the trustees:

County Commissioner
Assistant County Commissioner(s)
Division Commissioners of the six Divisions which make up Girlguiding Surrey East
County Training Adviser
County Outdoor Activity Adviser
County Treasurer.

It also includes the County Administrator(s).
Our County President, County Trefoil Chair and and county appointment holders and advisers and any guest speakers may be invited to attend to represent specific agenda items, agreed in advance with the County Commissioner.

Coffee and chat - Oxted Guide HQ
2026-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Oxted Guide Hut, Uvedale Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0EW, United Kingdom
You are invited to an informal drop-in being held at Oxted Guide HQ. Meet members of the county team or simply catch-up with your guiding friends. We have dates to suit everyone.
All volunteers welcome.
You will be able to see some of the new uniform and books, pick up some marketing materials to promote guiding in your area, find out about local training opportunities, young leader development and the leader development programme or ask about finance and gift aid.
Uniform optional. Everyone who attends will receive a badge.
It would be great to see you!
Other dates across the county are as follows:
Sunday 20 September 11-1pm for brunch in the Faurefold marquee, Lince Lane, Westcott, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3LX
Monday 28 September 7.30-9.30pm at Fetcham Guide HQ, Cannon Grove, Fetcham KT22 9LH
Saturday 3 October 3-5pm at Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley RH6 7AW
Wednesday 7 October 7-9pm for a sausage sizzle at Little Acres, Horton Lane, Epsom Surrey KT19 8PT
Tuesday 13 October 7.30-9.30pm at Banstead HQ, The Drive, Banstead SM7 1DA
Monday 19 October 7-9pm (half term) Oxted Guide hut, Limpsfield RH8 0EW

Coffee and chat - Banstead HQ
2026-10-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Banstead Guide HQ, The Drive, Banstead, Surrey, SM7 1DA, United Kingdom
You are invited to an informal drop-in being held at Banstead HQ. Meet members of the county team or simply catch-up with your guiding friends. We have dates to suit everyone.
All volunteers welcome.
You will be able to see some of the new uniform and books, pick up some marketing materials to promote guiding in your area, find out about local training opportunities, young leader development and the leader development programme or ask about finance and gift aid.
Uniform optional. Everyone who attends will receive a badge.
It would be great to see you!
Other dates across the county are as follows:
Sunday 20 September 11-1pm for brunch in the Faurefold marquee, Lince Lane, Westcott, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3LX
Monday 28 September 7.30-9.30pm at Fetcham Guide HQ, Cannon Grove, Fetcham KT22 9LH
Saturday 3 October 3-5pm at Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley RH6 7AW
Wednesday 7 October 7-9pm for a sausage sizzle at Little Acres, Horton Lane, Epsom Surrey KT19 8PT
Tuesday 13 October 7.30-9.30pm at Banstead HQ, The Drive, Banstead SM7 1DA
Monday 19 October 7-9pm (half term) Oxted Guide hut, Limpsfield RH8 0EW

Big GIG 2026
2026-10-10 | Wembley Arena, Arena Square, Engineers Way, Wembley, HA9 0AA, United Kingdom
Tickets are now sold out, but lots of Guide and Ranger units across Surrey East are getting excited to attend the Big GIG 2026.
What’s Big Gig?
Packed full of amazing pop performances, Big Gig is a massive concert just for Girlguiding. It’s packed with top pop performances and gives Guides, Rangers and leaders a fun, safe space to come together, celebrate Girlguiding and enjoy an unforgettable show with friends. On Saturday 10 October 2026, we’re taking over Wembley Arena for 2 amazing shows. Each show can only hold up to 10,000 Guides, Rangers and leaders.
Find out more about it here.

Coffee and chat - Little Acres, Epsom
2026-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Little Acres Lodge and Campsite, Horton Country Park, Horton Lane, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8PF, United Kingdom
You are invited to a sausage sizzle – an informal drop-in being held at Little Acres, Epsom. Meet members of the county team or simply catch-up with your guiding friends. We have dates to suit everyone.
All volunteers welcome.
You will be able to see some of the new uniform and books, pick up some marketing materials to promote guiding in your area, find out about local training opportunities, young leader development and the leader development programme or ask about finance and gift aid.
Uniform optional. Everyone who attends will receive a badge.
It would be great to see you!
Other dates across the county are as follows:
Sunday 20 September 11-1pm for brunch in the Faurefold marquee, Lince Lane, Westcott, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3LX
Monday 28 September 7.30-9.30pm at Fetcham Guide HQ, Cannon Grove, Fetcham KT22 9LH
Saturday 3 October 3-5pm at Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley RH6 7AW
Wednesday 7 October 7-9pm for a sausage sizzle at Little Acres, Horton Lane, Epsom Surrey KT19 8PT
Tuesday 13 October 7.30-9.30pm at Banstead HQ, The Drive, Banstead SM7 1DA
Monday 19 October 7-9pm (half term) Oxted Guide hut, Limpsfield RH8 0EW

Coffee and chat - Empire Hall
2026-10-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7BF, United Kingdom
You are invited to an informal drop-in being held at Empire Hall. Meet members of the county team or simply catch-up with your guiding friends. We have dates to suit everyone.
All volunteers welcome.
You will be able to see some of the new uniform and books, pick up some marketing materials to promote guiding in your area, find out about local training opportunities, young leader development and the leader development programme or ask about finance and gift aid.
Uniform optional. Everyone who attends will receive a badge.
It would be great to see you!
Other dates across the county are as follows:
Sunday 20 September 11-1pm for brunch in the Faurefold marquee, Lince Lane, Westcott, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3LX
Monday 28 September 7.30-9.30pm at Fetcham Guide HQ, Cannon Grove, Fetcham KT22 9LH
Saturday 3 October 3-5pm at Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley RH6 7AW
Wednesday 7 October 7-9pm for a sausage sizzle at Little Acres, Horton Lane, Epsom Surrey KT19 8PT
Tuesday 13 October 7.30-9.30pm at Banstead HQ, The Drive, Banstead SM7 1DA
Monday 19 October 7-9pm (half term) Oxted Guide hut, Limpsfield RH8 0EW

Leadership Development Day - October - Walton On Thames
2026-10-03 09:00 - 16:00 | Girlguiding Hersham Hall, Faulkners Road, Walton-On-Thames, KT12 5JB, United Kingdom
This is the chance for Leaders in Training to complete all or any of the 4 compulsory trainings as part of the Leadership Development Programme, face to face and in a fun, informal environment.
Managing unit accounts
Celebrating every member
Effective communication
Doing our best
This event is run in partnership with Surrey West county and can be booked here https://ti.to/girlguiding-surrey-west/ldp-day-october26

Coffee and chat - Fetcham Guide HQ
2026-09-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Fetcham Guide Hall, Cannon Grove, Fetcham, KT22 9LH, United Kingdom
You are invited to an informal drop-in being held at Fetcham Guide HQ. Meet members of the county team or simply catch-up with your guiding friends. We have dates to suit everyone.
All volunteers welcome.
You will be able to see some of the new uniform and books, pick up some marketing materials to promote guiding in your area, find out about local training opportunities, young leader development and the leader development programme or ask about finance and gift aid.
Uniform optional. Everyone who attends will receive a badge.
It would be great to see you!
Other dates across the county are as follows:
Sunday 20 September 11-1pm for brunch in the Faurefold marquee, Lince Lane, Westcott, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3LX
Monday 28 September 7.30-9.30pm at Fetcham Guide HQ, Cannon Grove, Fetcham KT22 9LH
Saturday 3 October 3-5pm at Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley RH6 7AW
Wednesday 7 October 7-9pm for a sausage sizzle at Little Acres, Horton Lane, Epsom Surrey KT19 8PT
Tuesday 13 October 7.30-9.30pm at Banstead HQ, The Drive, Banstead SM7 1DA
Monday 19 October 7-9pm (half term) Oxted Guide hut, Limpsfield RH8 0EW

Surrey East Leaders Weekend 2026
2026-09-25 17:00 - 2026-09-27 15:00 | Youlbury scout activity centre, Boars Hill, Oxford, OX1 5HD, United Kingdom
Join us for a weekend of fun and friendship
Our county leaders’ weekend will be held at Youlbury Scout site, based in Oxford, costing £135 per head. This price includes all meals from Friday evening including Sunday lunch (some of which will be catered by us), plus 3 adventurous activities and a badge for all participants. We have booked Bear’s Den, a purpose-built lodge with en-suite rooms of 1, 2 and 4 people. It includes a kitchen, hall and drying room. If you would like to go please email Kate at kate.fowles@ggse.org.uk
A deposit of £70 will be required by 6 March. Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Payment to be made to Girlguiding Surrey East sort code 40-52-40 and account number 00022824 and state the reference of LW Oxford.

Coffee and Chat - Faurefold
2026-09-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Faurefold, Lince Lane, Westcott, Surrey, RH4 3LX, United Kingdom
You are invited to an informal drop-in being held in the marquee at Faurefold. Meet members of the county team or simply catch-up with your guiding friends. We have dates to suit everyone.
All volunteers welcome.
You will be able to see some of the new uniform and books, pick up some marketing materials to promote guiding in your area, find out about local training opportunities, young leader development and the leader development programme or ask about finance and gift aid.
Uniform optional. Everyone who attends will receive a badge.
It would be great to see you!
Other dates across the county are as follows:
Sunday 20 September 11-1pm for brunch in the Faurefold marquee, Lince Lane, Westcott, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3LX
Monday 28 September 7.30-9.30pm at Fetcham Guide HQ
Saturday 3 October 3-5pm at Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley RH6 7AW
Wednesday 7 October 7-9pm for a sausage sizzle at Little Acres, Horton Lane, Epsom Surrey KT19 8PT
Tuesday 13 October 7.30-9.30pm at Banstead HQ, The Drive, Banstead SM7 1DA
Monday 19 October 7-9pm (half term) Oxted Guide hut, Limpsfield RH8 0EW

First Response Full Day - Faurefold
2026-09-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Faurefold, Lince Lane, Westcott, Surrey, RH4 3LX, United Kingdom
This one day Full Response Course covers all the modules except the e-learning module.
You will need to complete this via the Learning Platform during the week before you attend the course.
Please bring a packed lunch , tea and coffee will be provided.
Please wear comfortable guiding wear.

County Small Exec - September
2026-09-16 19:45 - 22:00 | Banstead Guide HQ, The Drive, Banstead, Surrey, SM7 1DA, United Kingdom

Young Leaders' weekend 2026
2026-09-11 19:30 - 2026-09-13 15:30 | Bentley Copse, Hound House Road, Shere, Surrey, GU5 9JH, United Kingdom
To all Young Leaders in Surrey East county
You are invited to spend a fun weekend at Bentley Copse in Guidford from 7.30pm on Friday 11 Sept to 3.30pm on Sunday 13 September. You will meet other young leaders from across the county, whilst learning about the young leader development programme (YLDP), having fun doing adventurous activities and finding out about other opportunities available to young leaders.
Programme? We will be running a programme decided by you!
When you register, you will be able pick 4 activities you’d like to try or know you love and we’ll arrange the most popular. We’ll be doing a mix of training, adventurous activities and team building games.
Cost? To secure your place, complete this form and please pay a £20 non-refundable deposit to Surrey East (details below) by 17 July 2026. Please pay the £40 balance by 14th August. (Total cost for the weekend is £60).
Payment details: Account name: Girlguiding Surrey East, Sort code: 40-52-40, Account number: 00022824 and use the reference: SEYLW followed by the name of the Young Leader (e.g. SEYLW Jane Smith). If you have any issues paying for this event, please contact alex.lorenz@ggse.org.uk
Further information. More detailed information, plus a consent form and a health form, will be sent out in August when we know final numbers but if you have any questions in the meantime please email alex.lorenz@ggse.org.uk.

First Response Full Day - Beare Green
2026-07-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Beare Green Village Hall, Beare Green, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4RD, United Kingdom
This one day full course includes all the modules except the e-learing module.
You will need to complete this during the week before you attend the course via the Learning Platform.
Tea and coffee will be provided – please bring a packed lunch.
Please wear comfortable guiding wear.

Faurefold Low Ropes Team Challenge – Leaders briefing- July
2026-07-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Faurefold, Lince Lane, Westcott, Surrey, RH4 3LX, United Kingdom
Faurefold are pleased to be able to open a new Low Ropes Team Challenge Course at the site in the Spring of 2023. The course is made up of 8 different elements which can be adapted for different age groups and abilities. The course will not only be open to those who camp or holiday at the site but also for units who want a fun and exciting evening activity.
In order to use the Low Ropes Course one group leader must undertake this short briefing session. Only certified leaders will be able to book an activity session on the low rope challenge.

Scram 2026
2026-06-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Apps Court Farm, Hurst Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 2EG, United Kingdom
This year we’re celebrating 25 years of SCRAM in a new location! The triennial event for Surrey Cub Scouts and Brownies will be held at Apps Court Farm on the Saturday 20 June 2026. If you are new to Guiding or have never been, prepare to be amazed! It really is an activity day to remember!
If you are not in the Brownie section, the Brownie leaders would really appreciate your help with running events, so please consider offering to support a unit on the day.
The SCRAM 2026 website is now open at https://www.surrey-scouts.org.uk/events/scram which will give you lots of information and more will be added in the coming months. We encourage all Brownie units to join us for what promises to be an incredible day of activities!
Register now! Deadline for registrations is 31 January 2026.
Facebook: /scramlive
X: @surreyscouts
We are very much looking forward to working with you all to make SCRAM 2026 the best ever!

County Small Exec - June
2026-06-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Surrey

First Response Full Day - Beare Green
2026-03-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Beare Green Village Hall, Beare Green, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4RD, United Kingdom
This one day First Response course covers all the modules except the e-learning module.
You will need to complete the e-learning via the Learning Platform during the week before you attend the course.
Please bring a packed lunch, tea and coffee will be provided.
Please wear comfortable guide wear.

Walking Qualification Level 1 - Day 2 of 2
2026-03-14 09:00 - 18:00 | Holmbury St Mary Village Hall, Felday Glade, Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, RH5 6PG, United Kingdom
Day 2 of a 2 day course covering everything from how to successfully read a map and use a compass, knowing the right clothes and equipment to take, route planning and navigation, as well as looking out for hazards and developing leadership skills.
The course will be at Little Acres campsite in Epsom on Saturday 28 February and at Holmbury St Mary Village Hall on Saturday 14 March 2026. There will be training including a walk each day and a badge for anyone completing both days.
As well as the two days of training, to be certified for your Level 1 Walking Qualification there is a water safety module to complete, a walk log book to record your own walks and you will need a valid first response qualification. Your first walk before you take young members out on your own will be with a qualified supporter who can then arrange for your qualification to be signed off!
This course is open to any leader or young leader aged 16 or over.
Register via the Surrey West site here – Walking Qualification Level 1 – Girlguiding Surrey West County

County Small Exec - March
2026-03-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Banstead Guide HQ, The Drive, Banstead, Surrey, SM7 1DA, United Kingdom

Leadership Development Day - March
2026-03-08 | Faurefold, Lince Lane, Westcott, Surrey, RH4 3LX, United Kingdom
Details to be confirmed:
A chance to complete 4 training modules of the Leadership Development Programme face to face meeting new leaders and share experiences.
Doing our best
Managing unit accounts
Effective communication
Celebrating every Member

Residential Qualification Training Day
2026-03-07 | Faurefold, Lince Lane, Westcott, Surrey, RH4 3LX, United Kingdom
Do you wish to find out how to take your Rainbows, Brownies, Guides or Rangers on a residential adventure (camp or indoor)?
Would you like to take your Patrol Camp Permit or Lead Away Permit?
Come to Faurefold and meet leaders in a similar position and discover the process for taking girls on residential experiences.
We will cover the paperwork, processes and policies and the practical arrangements for running your own residential with young members. The training is free but you will need your own books (details supplied on booking.)

Level 1 walking training - Day 1 of 2
2026-02-28 09:00 - 18:00 | Little Acres Lodge and Campsite, Horton Country Park, Horton Lane, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8PF, United Kingdom
Day 1 of a 2 day course covering everything from how to successfully read a map and use a compass, knowing the right clothes and equipment to take, route planning and navigation, as well as looking out for hazards and developing leadership skills.
The course will be at Little Acres campsite in Epsom on Saturday 28 February and at Holmbury St Mary Village Hall on Saturday 14 March 2026. There will be training including a walk each day and a badge for anyone completing both days.
As well as the two days of training, to be certified for your Level 1 Walking Qualification there is a water safety module to complete, a walk log book to record your own walks and you will need a valid first response qualification. Your first walk before you take young members out on your own will be with a qualified supporter who can then arrange for your qualification to be signed off!
This course is open to any leader or young leader aged 16 or over.
Register via the Surrey West site here – Walking Qualification Level 1 – Girlguiding Surrey West County

Mentor Training
2026-01-28 19:30 | ZOOM Online
Are you interested in supporting a leader in training? Come along and find out more about how to become a mentor

County Small Exec - January
2026-01-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Banstead Guide HQ, The Drive, Banstead, Surrey, SM7 1DA, United Kingdom

First Response Full Day - Horley
2026-01-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7BF, United Kingdom
This one day First Response Course covers all the modules except the e-learning module.
You will need to complete this during the week before you attend the course via the Learning Platform.
Please bring a packed lunch – tea and coffee will be provided.
Please wear comfortable guiding wear.
There is very limited parking at The Empire Hall, parking is available in nearby streets or in the town car park.

First Response one day course - Oxted
2025-11-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Oxted Guide Hut, Uvedale Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0EW, United Kingdom
This one day First Response course covers all the modules except the e-learning module. You will need to complete this during the week before you attend the course via the learning platform.
Tea and coffee will be provided – please bring a packed lunch.
Please wear comfortable guiding wear.

First Response Blended Learning Sessions 2 & 3 -7th & 21st October 2025
2025-10-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Surrey
An interactive webinar First Response course running virtually on zoom over two evenings. You will need to attend both sessions.
Session 2 7.30 – 9.30 p.m. Tuesday 7th October 2025
Session 3 7.30 – 9.30 p.m. Tuesday 21st October 2025
You will receive a zoom link approximately a week before the first session.
You will also need to complete the practical face to face module (to be booked separately) and the e-learning module on the Learning Platform.
All modules need to be completed within three months.

First Response one day course
2025-10-04 09:00 - 16:00 | Oxted Guide Hut, Uvedale Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0EW, United Kingdom

Leadership Development Day-October
2025-10-04 | The Generation Centre, Denton Way, Woking GU21 3LG, Denton Way, Woking, GU21 3LG
This is the chance for Leaders in Training to complete all or any of the 5 compulsory trainings (Doing our best, Managing unit accounts, Risky Business, Effective communication, Celebrating every member) as part of the Leadership Development Programme, face to face and in a fun, informal environment.
The Generation Centre, Denton Way, Woking GU21 3LG

This is a joint training with surrey west- please book here

https://ti.to/girlguiding-surrey-west/ldp-day-october
