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4.6(585 reviews)

Thriftwood Scout Camp Site

Orchard Ave, Brentwood CM13 2DP, United Kingdom

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About This Campsite

Welcome to Thriftwood Scout Camp Site

The Thriftwood Scout Camp Site is known for its delightful woodland settings, providing campers with a secluded and natural environment. This campsite is perfect for group camps, offering several private sites that enhance the feeling of exclusivity and tranquility. It is a well-reviewed spot where scouting adventures come alive through various engaging activities and natural beauty.

Highlights

  • Beautiful woodland surroundings providing privacy and serenity.
  • Numerous activities including a lake for water-based fun.
  • Facilities include well-maintained toilets and hot showers.
  • Several water taps are distributed throughout the campsite for easy access.
  • Activities include crate stacking, zip wire, wall climbing, fishing, and more.
  • Close parking for easy unloading and loading.

Tips and Considerations

  • Access can be a bit challenging for vehicles, so larger or lower cars may need to take extra care on site roads.
  • The distance from some amenities, such as toilets and water points, might require a bit of walking from certain plots, an important consideration for planning camping spots.
  • A warm washing-up area could make stays more convenient, particularly for younger campers.
  • The absence of the "Splash" activity might be noticed by those familiar with previous offerings, but other on-site activities continue to keep visitors entertained.

Overall Thoughts

Thriftwood Scout Camp Site has everything needed for a fantastic return to nature, making it a great choice for scout groups or family camps focused on adventuring and connection with the outdoors. The friendly staff and well-thought-out facilities will ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay, making it a favored destination for many repeat campers.

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Laurie Phillipson

03/22/2024

Access is a bit tricky and my poor car got grounded a few times but staff very helpful, showers nice and hot, and we had everything we needed for a back to basics weekend away

Rosie Hawley

06/18/2019

Excellent site for group camps. Lovely, private sites with lots of woodland gives a lovely secluded feel to each site and makes you feel like everyone else is a long way away. Excellent lake for activities. We’ve camped here a few times and will be back again this Summer. It’s a shame splash isn’t still on, but I’m sure the new onside activities will keep out scouts busy.

Tom Hartley

07/25/2024

Great scout campsite with lots of activities in reasonably good nick. Loos and water were a fair way away. Washing up area with warm water would make it even easier to camp with cubs

Wahidur Rahman (Wahid)

08/20/2018

Excellent setup, camp plots are surrounded by trees. Lots of activities including crate stacking, zip wire, wall climbing, demolition, fishing... Toilets are reasonable and scattered with an average 3 min walk away from each plot. You can park close to camp site for unloading/loading. Several water taps to fill up.

Tim Arscott

07/25/2024

Went down to help set up 1st Nork Cub Camp, this is not the first time I have been to this site. On the site there is a lot of activities for the Cubs to take part in doing, on site there is toilet and shower blocks for all to use. There is also other places to go to, that are not to far away.

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