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Girl Guides race across Europe

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Around 300 Girlguiding UK members have raced across Europe as part of the movement's centenary celebrations.

Centenary Stampede saw Guides and Senior Section members travel across at least six European countries between 27 July and 9 August, completing challenges at each stage.

The tasks ranged from wacky to adventurous, including eating 100 ice-creams in Italy and climbing a mountain in Austria.

The event started at the British Embassy in Paris, where the teams met the British ambassador, and finished with all the groups returning to Birmingham on 9 August.

Liz Burnley, chief Guide of Girlguiding UK, said: "Events like the Centenary Stampede are ultimately a real challenge and allow our members to develop an abundance of self-confidence in the process."

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