SIS-STEM

Posted by Martin Wynn

Welcome to SIS-STEM, a challenge helping to explore STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) in a fun way. It introduces some basic principles within playful activities that may help members see the STEM subjects in a different light, or at least help them learn a few clever tricks.
It has been designed to fit in with the programme in that some of the activities may link up with Skills Builders, unit meeting activities and even interest badges which may spur the girls to further their interests.

Download the SIS-STEM Info

UNITY Camp

Posted by Martin Wynn

Unity is a Girlguiding International Camp hosted by Girlguiding Staffordshire with Unity 2026 being the 10th Unity International Camp. Every camp aims to deliver an inspiring and exciting event which is filled with fun, adventure, excitement and friendship. Unity provides a more unique experience as a Girlguiding and WAGGGS only international camp, which gives the participants a space to have fun, adventure and be themselves as well as the space to discover their potential. 

Unity 2026 is happening 25th July – 31st July 2026 at Statfold Country Park, Tamworth, Staffordshire:

Participant Price : £275

Leader Price : £70

Service Team (16-30s) : £225

Staff : £55

More details can be found at www.unitycamp.org.uk. bookings close 31st January 2026 or when the event is full (whichever comes sooner). 

Sarah Receives her ACC Badge

Posted by Martin Wynn

Sarah Smith-Roe, Girlguiding Shropshire’s Assistant County Commissioner received her ACC badge from the County Commissioner Jane Hurst on 30th August at the Brownie Sparkle camp which took place over the weekend at Patshull Activity Centre.

Newport Leader 40 years Award

Posted by Martin Wynn

Lesley Green, a Guide and Rainbow leader and former Newport District Commissioner was awarded her 40y brooch by the County Commissioner during a celebration meal with other Newport leaders on Friday 2nd May.

Brownies and Guides Receive Grant

Posted by Martin Wynn

The Copthorne Guide and Scout Hut in Shrewsbury has enjoyed a major refurbishment with the support from My Community/Home Plus. Pictured are 21st Shrewsbury Brownies along with the Shewsbury division commissioner Nicky Fancett.

Nyda Ough presented with 50year brooch

Posted by Martin Wynn

Nyda Ough, a leader with Longford District Rangers and a Trainer with Girlguiding Midlands, was awarded her 50 years long service brooch by The Girlguiding Shropshire county president Marion Wynn OBE at the county training day on Saturday 5th April. Many congratulations.

Chief Commissioners Award

Posted by Martin Wynn

Congratulations to Bev Holden, Jayne shergold and Jenny Johnson who today received the Chief Commissioners Award from Clare Shinton Midlands Region Chief Commissioner.

Jane Wardropper

Posted by Martin Wynn

Girlguiding Shropshire Vice-President, Jane Wardropper died on 7th Jan following a short illness.

A Guiding adult member for over 60 years with 50 years in Shopshire as a Ranger Leader, District Commissioner and an adviser for the outdoors and special needs. Wider afield she was a Region Trainer and adviser.

Jane continued her Guiding in the Trefoil Guild and was a staunch member of the International Scout & Guide Fellowship and a great supporter of SANGAM.

To quote a previous County Commissioner: “Jane was such a committed supporter of Girlguiding both in her role as a volunteer in uniform over the many years and also more recently as an advocate vice-president.” She will be missed.

Winter Walk

Posted by Martin Wynn

Early in January 8 adults and leaders from Girlguiding Shropshire took part in a winter shamble in the hills above Llangollen. The group enjoyed fine blue skies and crispy snow under foot. The snow made the walk interesting but hard going so it was decided to shorten the planned 10km and take a shorter route back into Trevor where we enjoyed cakes and hot drinks.

Christmas Visit

Posted by Martin Wynn

It was a very wet night but our visit to see Santa included a boat ride, making a s’more, crossing the wishing bridge to the elves workshop to give them a hand making a cuddly Rudolph or two, writing a letter to Santa, visiting his naughty elf Bingo and finally a visit to the big man himself.

Thoroughly enjoyable evening, despite being soaked through!