Here we show a snapshot of what life was like for these Girl Guides in the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, through to the 2000s. There were so many activities for the young women to take part in – from parades to awards, and charity events and fun days. Do you recognise anyone? READ MORE: Look back at Preston Brownies through the years. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: See Scouts in the 80s, 90s and 00s. MORE MEMORIES: You know you’re from Preston if…
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1. Girl Guides through the decades
The 2nd Penwortham Guides and 7th Penwortham Brownies in fancy dress as St Trinians back at the 2008 Penwortham Gala Photo: Neil Cross
2. Girl Guides through the decades
Deep in thought in 1997... Heather Seddon, centre, ponders a trip to London to celebrate Baden Powell's birthday with fellow guides from St. Joseph's pack (left to right) Angela Heyworth, Phillipa Burns, Laura Broadstock, Rebecca Berry, and Vicky Smith (Hollinshead Street Guides) Photo: John Hughes
3. Girls Guides through the decades
It's a pirates adventure for the Longridge Guides Association during the 2006 Longridge Field Day Photo: Martin Cowey
4. Girl Guides through the decades
One of the 9th Preston Guides, Caroline Haworth, 12, prepares to serve tea at Fulwood Barracks. The group were raising money for the National Trust Coastal Appeal by having tea in an unusual place Photo: Lindsey North