Dorney Wood Scout Campsite
Dorney Wood Rd, Slough SL1 8PZ, United Kingdom
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About This Campsite
Dorney Wood Scout Campsite
Dorney Wood Scout Campsite is a vibrant and adventurous location for scouts and outdoor enthusiasts. This Scout-owned facility is ideal for various activities, located in a beautiful setting that encourages exploration and development. The campsite provides a blend of essential amenities and wide-open spaces, perfect for camping, games, and outdoor activities.
Here are some insights and tips based on the experiences shared by visitors:
- The campsite features a large open space suitable for setting up tents and playing games, though be mindful that some areas may be uneven.
- There is a range of activities available, such as climbing, abseiling, and high ropes, making it an exciting destination for Scout and Guide groups as well as schools.
- Facilities for campfires and other traditional scouting activities are present, enriching the outdoor experience.
- The toilet facilities are noted to require renovation and have limited cubicles, so plan accordingly.
- For those visiting with young children, it's advisable to supervise them near the forested areas to prevent getting lost or hurt.
Overall Thoughts:
Dorney Wood Scout Campsite presents a wonderful opportunity for scouts to learn, grow, and enjoy nature. While it might need some upgrades, particularly with the amenities, it offers many features suited for educational and recreational purposes. The campsite encourages bonding and skill development amidst nature's tranquility, making it an optimal choice for scout groups and families looking to enjoy an outdoor adventure together.
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El Cabro
07/06/2024
Good where I stayed on 4&5/7/24 for my DofE assessment expedition. Good open space to camp on but a very uneven field and I ended up sleeping on my side worrying if my tent will start rolling down the hill(it didn’t and I was at in the section that curves into and near the toilet block. Toilet block needs to be renovated as it doesn’t have many cubicles and is outdated. Very big flat open space for ball games . Overall very good campsite but does need some upgrades. Ps. If you have a small kids there, tell them not to go in to the forest area as they will probably get lost, hurt and swarmed by ants.
Sean Arnett
03/15/2024
Firstly as a scout many years ago I appreciate and endorse the value of such an amazing organisation. It's " leaders" can and must inspire the youth of today more than ever. However....... This evening, 15/3/2023, as on many over the years of owning The Blackwood Arms, the local pub in very close proximity to the Scout camp myself , my wife and a group of locals had the "pleasure" of meeting a leader - mentorer to young impressionable young people. He strutted into our home/ pub without so much as a hello or eye contact to use our toilets and left with similar arrogance. Now let's be clear here, our doors are always open to all and sundry, not a penny needs spending to spend a penny, however to ignore your hosts goodwill and open hospitality is rude, particularly in light of the role this mentor plays to our youth. When he arrived and left he said not a word to my wife my team or myself. I later went outside and spoke with him amongst his group and challenged him, he was aggressive and dismissive. I guess what I'm trying to say is that manners cost nothing, and if this so called leader of our youth is trying to nurture our youth then god help them . ,
lan Francis (Gadget)
01/26/2024
This is a Scouts owned site. Join Scouts. as a squirrel, beaver, cub, scout, or as volunteer leader, and as I discovered, Dorney Wood Scout Camp is a wonderful place.
jon ed
05/19/2018
Wow! What great facilities - camping, climbing, abseiling, high ropes, camp fires, pot holing and much more. Kids didn't want to leave. Perfect for school & Scout/Guides groups.
Samuel Kinns
03/10/2023
Great campsite. Been there 100s of times kids always love it.