Going Away With Training

Are you interested in taking your unit away on a residential? This training could be the opportunity for you.

The day will provide the opportunity to understand the Going Away With Scheme and to learn about the fantastic opportunities that can be gained through guiding in a residential setting.

Following the training, attendees will be supported and mentored within their own county to prepare for a residential assessment.

This training will take place on the 25 April 2026 at Springfield Park Activity Centre, Rochdale, and is available to leaders of all sections. The training is free to attend but you must have completed your leadership qualification. Please arrive to the training at 9:30am for a 10am start. The training will be finished by 3:30pm.

You will need to bring a notebook, pen and a packed lunch. Please also wear uniform.

Please note this training is for leaders who already have their Leadership Qualification, this venue and facilities are upstairs with no lift access available. Other course options will be advertised in due course.

If there are any questions regarding this training, please contact chris.joyce@girlguidingnwe.org.uk