I am writing on behalf of Jenny Dodd and all of the Guides of the 5th High Barnet to thank so many people for their support during the last few months.

Since the Rev Nigel Taylor banished our unit from Christ Church, we have received overwhelming help and encouragement from parents, Guiders, the Guide Association and the general public. The loyalty and assistance from these people has provided much comfort at a difficult time.

We particularly wish to thank the Red Cross for allowing us to use their premises. Having been a Guide at Christ Church myself and then a leader the issue was important to me.

Running the unit alongside Mrs Dodd has been, and will continue to be, very successful and I am honoured to work with such a dedicated and kind-hearted person.

Here's to the next 78 years.

Sarah Shardlow

The Croft, Barnet