Gilwell Park
Gilwell Park facilities
Facilities
Camp or lodge? We've got it all.
Outdoor accommodation
On-site camping
A wide range of areas on-site to accommodate camps of all sizes from a small group to a large-scale camp of 2,500+ people. With excellent facilities available, wherever you choose to pitch your tent, you’ll never be far from toilets, showers and basins. Many of our camping sites are close to campfire circles which can be added to your stay or we can provide altar fires for you to fully immerse yourself in your camping experience. Please note that there is also electric hook up available on some pitches for an additional charge.
Tented Village
Why worry about having to bring lots of bulky equipment with you? Our tented villages takes care of all the hard work for you (well, most of it anyway!). Each of our tented villages (sleep up to 40 people or book both to bring up to 80 people) with the tents already pitched for you, complete with comfy mattress pads. There’s also a group shelter with tables, benches, lighting and a basic camp kitchen cabin. It’s a great alternative to the standard camping experience or even staying in a lodge. Mix it up a bit and book a different option each time you visit. Available to book from May to October.
The Syd Kesseler Centre
During your visit, be sure to stop by the Hirsch Family Adventure Gallery, located inside the Syd Kesseler Centre. Opened in November 2025, this interactive gallery brings the story of Gilwell Park and Scouting to life through engaging displays and inspiring stories. The Scout Adventures reception is also based in the centre, where our team can help with any questions, provide maps and directions, and give you a copy of the Gilwell Park Heritage Trail. You can also purchase a heritage quiz and pencil to explore the site in a fun and interactive way. While you’re here, visit the shop, which offers a range of Gilwell Park memorabilia, including badges, Gilwell training scarves, Wood Beads and much more. If you need any additional equipment during your stay, our team can also help with equipment hire such as tables and benches, ring burners and gas for cooking.
Indoor accommodation
Choose from three modern lodges, or a traditional log cabin. All our lodges include: central heating, fully equipped kitchens, and a separate communal/dining area.
Peter Harrison Lodge
A modern, bright lodge, sleeping up to 50 people.
The building has ten four-bed rooms, three twin rooms, and three single rooms. All rooms include an en-suite with a toilet, sink and shower. Two twin rooms are accessible, with accessible washrooms.
Beds are provided mattress-only, so make sure you bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
There's a commercial kitchen with everything you need to cater for a group of 50 people. This includes a large oven and hob (induction), fridge, freezer, microwave, hot water boiler and sanitiser. We also provide crockery, cutlery, utensils, pots and pans, and basic cooking equipment.
The building has a large hall for dining or activities, with tables and chairs to seat your group. The hall is equipped with a projector, screen and AV system for any activities, or just watching a film. There are two communal toilets (one accessible) in the hall.
There’s a foyer space with sofas for leaders to relax in the evening and a drying room too for muddy boots.
Floor plans and more building info
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Peter Harrison Lodge
Jack Petchey Lodge
A modern, bright lodge, sleeping up to 50 people.
The building has ten four-bed rooms, three twin rooms, and three single rooms. All rooms include an en-suite with a toilet, sink and shower. Two twin rooms are accessible, with accessible washrooms.
Beds are provided mattress-only, so make sure you bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
There's a commercial kitchen with everything you need to cater for a group of 50 people. This includes a large oven and hob (induction), fridge, freezer, microwave, hot water boiler and sanitiser. We also provide crockery, cutlery, utensils, pots and pans, and basic cooking equipment.
The building has a large hall for dining or activities, with tables and chairs to seat your group. The hall is equipped with a projector, screen and AV system for any activities, or just watching a film. There are two communal toilets (one accessible) in the hall.
There’s a foyer space with sofas for leaders to relax in the evening and a drying room too for muddy boots.
Floor plans and more building info
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Jack Petchey Lodge
Branchet Lodge
Branchet Lodge is ideal for larger groups, sleeping up to 56 people.
The building has six eight-bed dorms, two twin en-suite rooms and four single en-suite rooms. The building has two sets of communal toilets and showers, one in each wing. There is also an additional communal accessible washroom.
Beds are provided mattress-only, so make sure you bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
The building has a commercial kitchen with everything you need to cater for a group of 56 people. This includes a large oven and hob (induction), fridge, freezer, microwave, hot water boiler and sanitiser. We also provide crockery, cutlery, utensils, pots and pans, and basic cooking equipment.
There’s a large hall for dining or activities, with tables and chairs to seat your group. The hall is equipped with a movable TV screen for any activities, or just watching a film.
There’s a foyer space with sofas for leaders to relax in the evening and two drying rooms too for muddy boots.
Floor plans and more building info
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Branchet Lodge
Dorothy Hughes Centre
Dorothy Hughes is extremely popular for its cosy log cabin style and dorm rooms – perfect for those first nights away from home!
The building sleeps 42 and is a mixture of six bed, four bed and two bed rooms.
There is shared toilets and showers.
Beds are provided mattress-only, so make sure you bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
The building has a commercial kitchen with everything you need to cater for a group of 42 people. This includes a large oven and hob (induction), fridge, freezer, microwave, hot water boiler and sanitiser. We also provide crockery, cutlery, utensils, pots and pans, and basic cooking equipment.
There’s a large hall for dining or activities, with tables and chairs to seat your group. The hall is equipped with a projector, screen and AV system for any activities, or just watching a film.
Please note that every effort has been made to make this building accessible but due to its age it may not be fully accessible to some individuals – please chat to us if you have any access needs.
Floor plans and more building info
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Dorothy Hughes Pack Holiday Centre
Patrol Cabins
We have two Patrol Cabins for smaller group stays, situated on the edge of Woodlands. They’re great for groups that want a mix of camping and basic bunk accommodation.
Each Patrol Cabin sleeps eight people across two rooms, for a total of 16 beds across both cabins. Each cabin can be booked separately, but are just next door to each other for groups who’d like to use both.
The cabins are basic in style, with bunk beds, electric lighting, power sockets and a wall heater. Beds are provided mattress-only, so make sure you bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
There’s a small kitchen hut in between the cabins, which includes a fridge, freezer and induction hobs. This is only a small space, so isn’t suitable for dining. The kitchen hut is shared by both cabins.
Woodlands toilet/shower block is just 50m away, which also has washing up sinks and drinking water taps.
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Patrol Cabins
Patrol Cabin
Gilwell Tented Village
All the hard work has been taken care for you - well most of it! Our Tented Villages are made up of 8 tents and come complete with comfortable mattresses. There's a group shelter with tables, benches and lighting and a basic camp kitchen cabin too. Talk to the centre team to find out more about what's included.
With space for up to 80 people over two tented villages (40 on each), it's a great alternative to the standard camping experience or even staying in a lodge. Available to book from May to October.
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Tented Village
