We are currently planning a programme of training and events for 2025/26 and will regularly update this list.

Training

First Response Training Module 1 (in person) - Saturday 20 September 2025,  10am - 12 noon, Bonnyrigg Guide Hall

First Response Training Module 2  (online) - Monday 22 September 2025,  7.30 - 9.30, online

First Response Training Module 3  (online) - Monday 29 September 2025,  7.30 - 9.30, online

Please book for the September training modules at our Eventbrite page. Please note that all 3 modules must be completed within 3 months to be valid, plus you must also complete the self-directed e-Learning.  If you have any questions, please contact our First Response Coordinator, Kathryn Topham, on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

First Response Training Module 1 (in person) - Saturday 24 January 2026,  time and venue to be confirmed

First Response training Module 2 (online) - date and time to be confirmed (January/February 2026), online

First Response training Module 3 (online) - date and time to be confirmed (January/February 2026), online

First Response Training Module 1 (in person) - Saturday 25 or Sunday 26 April 2026,  date, time and venue to be confirmed

First Response training Module 2 (online) - date and time to be confirmed (April/May 2026), online

First Response training Module 3 (online) - date and time to be confirmed (April/May 2026), online

Events and other activities

County Executive Meeting - Monday 01 September 2025, 7.30 pm, Pitcairn Centre, Bonnyrigg High Street

County Executive Meeting - Thursday 23 October 2025, 7.30 pm, Penicuik

INTOPS (International Opportunities) Activity Day for Guides and Rangers - Saturday 01 November 2025, 1 - 4 pm, St Mathew's Church Hall, Rosewell. More information

County Executive Meeting - Monday 12 January 2026, 7.30 pm, venue to be confirmed

County Annual Meeting - Thursday 19 March 2026, evening, venue to be confirmed