Campsite

Facilities & Activities

The site comprises 7¾ acres of camping ground with an additional 2 acres of mixed established woodland. There is a high quality toilet block on the site that provides hot showers and washing up facilities. There is a "campers utility room" which has a fridge, freezer, tumble dryer and microwave. All campers have access to this and there is no extra charge.

The site has a campfire area and an assault course together with a supply of pioneering poles that can be hired. A small climbing wall (approx. 6 metres) is also available for hire, along with all necessary equipment. We can no longer provide instructors but if you have your own (we will need to see proof of qualification) you can make use of this for a small fee. A simple orienteering course has been laid out and maps are available.

Cooking on wood is encouraged using the altar fires provided. There is a good supply of firewood making this site ideal for traditional Scout camping. We also have an area of the site designated for ground fires/trench fires etc so that some real Scout firelighting skills can be practised.

Non-Scouting Use

The site can be used on certain weekends by groups from Universities, Schools, Sports Clubs and similar organised groups. Bookings for these weekends can be for the whole or part of the site depending on the size of the group and the nature of the event.

We are also happy to consider commercial hiring of the site (part day, full day, weekend) where these do not conflict with the Scouting purposes of the site. Very reasonable rates can be negotiated, just contact the booking secretary.

Following some unfortunate experiences we do not allow families or mainly adult groups to camp on the site.