A group of community-minded Harrogate guides have completed 50 hours of local litter picking - and hope to complete 50 more.
The 28th Harrogate Guides have now reached the halfway mark in their ambitious 100-Hour Litter Picking Pledge, collecting over 20 bags of rubbish from the Stray and surrounding Harrogate streets.
The challenge, which is running throughout the summer holidays, is part of the Guides’ efforts to raise funds for their first international trip with Girlguiding, taking place in February 2026.
The group has been encouraged by the kind words and support received from members of the public during their litter picks.
One visitor from Luxembourg was so impressed by their efforts that he gave the girls a £5 donation on the spot.
Another couple donated £10 after stopping to chat and hear about the Guides’ challenge.
Unit leader Jean Tennant said:
“It’s been wonderful to see the girls out in the community, working hard and representing Girlguiding so positively.
“The support they’ve received, from smiles and thank yous to unexpected donations, has meant a lot to them.
“They’re really motivated to keep going and finish their 100 hours.”
The group will be travelling to Belgium by train in February, with plans to visit Ghent, Bruges and Brussels.
Along the way, they’ll explore the architecture, history and culture while also taking part in a regional Girlguiding event alongside other Guides and Rangers from across the North East.
The money raised will help cover costs for both the young members and the volunteer leaders who make trips like this possible.
Anyone wishing to support the girls’ efforts can do so via their Just Giving Page.
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