GIRLGUIDING is looking for more volunteers as it re-opens in Sturminster Newton.

Meetings will initially be held at Hinton St Mary Village Hall on Thursdays, with the first one after October half-term on November 2.

A new team of leaders will run groups for Brownies, aged seven-10; Guides, 10-14; and Rangers, 14-18.

The Brownies will meet 5.15pm to 6.45pm and the Guides and Rangers from 7pm to 8.30pm.

A spokesperson for the unit said: “Girlguiding helps empower girls to be their best, offering fun, friendship and very many opportunities to try new things in a safe, supportive and happy environment.”

The unit has enough leaders to open but more helpers would be welcomed – anyone interested can find out more at www.girlguiding.org.uk/get-involved.

Young Leaders are needed for both the Guide and Brownie Units, which can help anyone performing the role towards Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

The spokesperson added: “If you’re aged 14-17 and want to level up your leadership skills, get a qualification and have an amazing time, then being a Young Leader and/or Ranger is the perfect role for you.”

Anyone interested can register at www.girlguiding.org.uk or contact sturguiding@outlook.com with any questions.