The original weekend camp that inspires, energises and celebrates adults at Scouts. From Friday 4 to Sunday 6 September 2026, Gilwell Park will come alive with an incredible programme of activities, workshops and entertainment. 2026 is the Gilwell Reunion centenary year, so expect an extra special event!

Discover lifelong skills, explore inspiring programme ideas and embrace new challenges. Reunion is more than just a weekend of programme support. It's a chance to connect with like-minded Scouts, make new friends and reminisce with old ones.

We’re excited to share that online booking for this event opens on Friday 15th May at 2pm. Follow the link below.

The Big Birthday Adventure will bring Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs from across Scotland together for a national weekend of adventure, camping and celebration.

This special event marks three major milestones:
- 5 years of Squirrels
- 40 years of Beavers
- 110 years of Cubs

Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs will enjoy a programme of outdoor adventure, creative activities and traditional Scouting skills, delivered in partnership with the team at Fordell Firs.

Alongside the activities, there will be plenty of birthday celebration moments, bringing everyone together to recognise the incredible impact these sections have had on Scouting across Scotland.

The Big Birthday Adventure will feature a fun and active programme of outdoor experiences, giving young people the chance to try new activities and meet Scouts from across the country.

Activities may include things such as: Climbing, Archery, Orienteering, Fire lighting, Backwoods cooking, Low ropes, Team challenges, Creative and traditional Scouting activities. And of course, no Scouting celebration would be complete without a campfire and some birthday surprises along the way.

Cubs and Beavers will take part in a residential camping experience. Packs and Colonies attending should bring their own tents for sleeping throughout the event.

The event will be fully catered, allowing leaders to focus on enjoying the experience with their young people.

Squirrels will attend for a Saturday daytime experience, taking part in activities before returning home later that day.

Applications are open from Monday 23rd March and close on Friday 1st May.

Calling all Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Rainbows, and Brownies – get ready for an unforgettable day out in the wild for our Woodland Adventure Day.

Join us deep in Gilwell Park’s woodland in the heart of historic Epping Forest for a full day of action-packed activities and natural discovery. Whether you're aiming for your Scouts Naturalist Badge or just looking for some outdoor excitement, there's something for everyone!

Get involved in nature fun - Immerse yourself in the woodland with a variety of fun & interactive nature connection activities, discover fascinating wildlife, and explore the wonders of our flora and fauna – all while building skills, friendships, and memories.

Sessions include bushcraft, backwoods cooking, grass sledging, nature trails, shelter building, pond dipping and more.

Plan your day:
- Arrive by 9am to check in and be ready for action by 10am
- Lunch break: 12:30pm – 1:30pm (bring a packed lunch and maybe grab a souvenir from our shop)
- Departures from 5pm

£22 per person.
All leaders go free within ratio. £5 per leader, thereafter.
Please note, no VAT is charged on event bookings for Girlguiding members.

Whether you're learning something new, taking on a challenge, or just enjoying the great outdoors – Woodland Adventure Day at Gilwell Park is the place to be!

Online booking for this event is open - please use the link below.

Spaces are limited – don’t miss out! We can’t wait to see you there!

It's back for a second year of spooks and scares! Get ready for a Halloween adventure in the Lake District like no other - Terror at Great Tower returns for 2026!

Our spooky-themed weekend for Scouts, Explorers, Guides and Rangers and their leader is back bigger than ever!

From Friday 16th to Sunday 18th October 2026 you'll camp under the stars of our eerie 250-acre woodland site and brave a weekend packed full of pure Halloween fun, adventure and spooky activities.

Take on the Terror Trail - a frightful walk through the deep, dark wood with creepy characters lurking behind every tree.....plus a costume competition, pumpkin carving, frightful crafts, zombie wide games, a silent disco, powerful potions, ghostly campfires and a spooky cinema night!

All of this is mixed in to a programme of classic adventurous activity sessions such as Crate Stacking, Gauntlet, Leap of Faith and Tree Climb.

Grab your torches, pack your costumes and get ready for a eerie encounter...if you dare!

Online booking for this event is open!