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Brownies celebrate 100 years with Leicestershire birthday event

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More than 1500 Brownies from across the county have helped celebrate a the organisations's 100-year birthday.

The youngsters visited Leicester Grammar School, in Great Glen, where they set off on a journey to discover the past, present and future of the Brownie organisation.

Along the way, the girls collected stars as they took part in 40 fun activities, as part of the 'Big Brownie Birthday'.

Eve Harrison, eight, of Oadby, said: "I had the best day, it was so much fun."

Throughout the day, the girls found out what former Brownies used to wear and had the opportunity to try on old uniforms.

They also looked into the future, as they came up with what they thought Brownies might look like in 100 years time.

And of course, they celebrated Brownies today, with a slice of birthday cake each.

In addition, a mobile planetarium had been designed inside a huge tent, which re-created the galaxy and stars for the girls to see.

Eve added: "The best part was the tent, where we could see all of the stars - it looked like the actual sky, it was amazing."

The day, which took place on September 7, was the finale event, celebrating the Brownies 100-year birthday.

In 1914, the organisation - which was originally called "Rosebuds" for the first year - was formed for girls under the age of 11.

Brownies celebrate 100 years with Leicestershire birthday event


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