Argyll and Bute Council has created a floral display at the Castle Gardens, Dunoon to mark the centenary of the Girl Guide movement.

The three area chairs covering the Argyll Trefoil Guide area (Oban, Lorn and the Isles, Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands and Bute and Cowal) joined Girl Guiders past and present at a short ceremony to mark the display.

Councillor Bruce Marshall, chair of the Bute and Cowal area committee, said: “It was very special for Dunoon to secure this display, as there was strong competition from the other areas involved.

“However, its creation was a joint effort by all three areas, and the result is a suitably stunning display to mark what is a very significant milestone in the Girl Guiding movement.

“I have always regretted not being able to take part in the Scout movement as a boy, and believe that both the Scouts and the Guides provide wonderful experiences for young people.

“We in Argyll and Bute Council regard the education of our children as being of paramount importance – not just in the formal school setting, but also in more informal settings such as the Girl Guides. Those lucky enough to be involved do not only learn some wonderful skills, but often also make friendships which can last a lifetime.

“I congratulate all those involved in the Girl Guiding movement on reaching this milestone, and with some 60,000 members in Scotland alone, I am confident it will continue to go from strength to strength in the future.”