We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Patricia Noble. Our thoughts are with her family. Patricia was County Commissioner for Girlguiding Essex West from January 1976 – December 1983. The above photo shows 6 previous County Commissioners for Essex West at the Garden Party in 2010. This was one of the Centenary…

CONGRATULATIONS to Jenny Wolff on her appointment as county commissioner designate for Essex West. Jenny will work closely with Rosemary and her team until the end of March when Jenny will take over. Jenny has been involved in guiding for over 20 years. Starting as a unit helper in Barnston Brownies where she also helped…

The hut at Chigwell is looking fantastic! We now need all hands on deck to get the painting outside and inside done. The weekend of 29-30th November from 10.30am to 3pm. Please bring your own lunch and a mug.  Refreshments and biscuits will be supplied. Please bring a paint brush/roller and tray/tub. Your help would…

The ‘Friends of Chigwell Row’ Newsletter is now available to download. Friends of Chigwell Newsletter – September 2025    

The new draft consitution is now available for member’s comments.   GGEW Constitution  

Pines Open Day Saturday 10th May 10am -2pm We would love for you to come along and have a look at what The Pines has to offer for Unit meetings, Day events and overnight camping. Pop along any time and enjoy a cuppa and a cake and take in the peace and possibilities of this…

Bookings have opened for the adventure of a lifetime in Lincolnshire! Your group can join 5,000 Scouts and Guides from across the world for a huge range of adventurous activities, exciting entertainments and lasting friendships, from 1st – 8th August 2026.  Participant fee: £300 Leader fee: £30 More details can be found at www.poacher.org.uk – bookings are…

The following awards were presented at the County Thinking Day Breakfast at Barnards Farm. Well Done to all! Sue Shepherd – District Commissioner Qualificaion Pat O’sullivan – Good Service Brooch Sue Emanuel – County Silver Brooch Pat O’Sullivan – Good Service Brooch Gaynor Bray – 30 yrs Service Nicola Bonney – 30 yrs service Hilary…

Essex West have a new Trefoil Guild called the Epping Sycamores. If you are interested in starting a new Guild let Linda know on essexwesttgch@gmail.com