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Discover unforgettable Scouting and Guiding adventures at Walesby Forest. Nestled in beautiful woodland, our site offers young people the chance to explore, learn, and grow through outdoor experiences designed to inspire confidence, teamwork, and independence.
Nottinghamshire Scouts and Guides can enjoy a special offer to camp for the weekend for the price of one night excl. Bank Holidays PP £5.10
We value our ongoing relationship with Nottinghamshire Scouts and Guides and are pleased to offer reduced rates to your groups. We provide a range of accommodation options that are flexible and welcoming, ensuring every group feels supported. Whether you’re planning an action-packed programme or a more relaxed stay, our team can help tailor your visit to suit your needs. Choose to stay in one of our comfortable, well-equipped lodges or embrace the full outdoor experience by camping beneath the stars. With safe surroundings, accessible facilities, and plenty of space to explore, Walesby Forest is a place where young people can challenge themselves, connect with nature, and create memories that last long after they leave.
Contact usThere are four lodges available at Walesby Forest:
Walesby Lodge - 38 persons maximum - £299.25 per night
Kemp Lodge - 36 persons maximum - £299.25 per night
Sherwood Lodge - 36 persons maximum - £277.20 per night
Parker Lodge - 33 persons maximum - £265.65 per night
To add Parker Garden to your Parker Lodge booking is £5.95 per night, per person (if numbers are in excess of 33).
Take the hassle of setting up camp and enjoy our traditional style tents. Our new design creates a cosy camping environment that young people love. Includes use of a shared wet weather shelter. Set on sites 20, 25 and 26.
£11.90 per person/per night.
New for 2026! Our new and improved Tented Village created the perfect atmosphere for group camping with a touch of added comfort. Tented Village is set on Site 18 and each tent comes with 5 single beds, making this the perfect booking for groups of 45 maximum. Booking also includes use of our wet weather shelter.
To book Tented Village it is £175.35 per night
Enjoy a traditional camping experience at Walesby Forest. Choose your site with our Bookings Team, turn pitching up into a team building activity, then step back and relax.
Camping prices start from £5.10 per night, per person, and includes use of our facilities and showers.
Inclusive Packages
| Residential Package | Lodge accommodation, 6 hours of activities, minimum group size 24, additional group leaders are free | PP/PN | £62.50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tented Village Package | Bell tents with single beds, 6 hours of activities, minimum group size 24, maximum group size 45. Additional group leaders free. | PP/PN | £56.50 |
| Tented Camp Package | Standard tents, 6 hours of activities, minimum group size 24. Additional group leaders free. | PP/PN | £52.00 |
| Own tents | Camp fees, 6 hours of activities, minimum group size 12, additional group leaders free. | PP | £43.00 |
Activities Fees
| Activity | Duration | Max People | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery, Air Rifles, Tomahawks, Team Building, Laser Tag | 1 1/4 Hour | 12 | £72.00 |
| Cave Maze | 1 1/4 Hour | 20 | £72.00 |
| Outdoor Climbing 8m Wall, Abseil, Wobble Pole Climb, Jacob's Ladder, Leap of Faith, Crate Stack, Giant Crate Stack, Zip Wire, Kayaking or Canadian Canoes, Paddle Board | 1 1/4 Hour | 12 | £80.85 |
| Outdoor Climbing 12m Wall | 1 1/4 Hour | 8 | £80.85 |
| Assault Course of Low Ropes | 1 1/4 Hour | 20 | £80.85 |
| 3G Swing or Indoor Climbing | 1 1/4 Hour | 12 | £80.85 |
| Swimming Pool | 1 1/4 Hour | 20 | £108.15 |
| Raft Building | 2 Hours | 20 | £108.15 |
Additional Hire and Services
| Day Entrance | Access to all facilities between 10am and 4pm | Per Person | £2.85 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquee 1 | Site 3 | 24m x 12m (80' x 40') provision for 60 | 48 hours | £395.06 |
| Marquee 2 | Site 16 | 18m x 12m (60' x 40') | 48 hours | £259.61 |
| Marquee 3 | Site as required; 20m x 10m (65' x 32') | 48 hours | £243.00 |
| Marquee 4 | Site as required; 12m x 6m (30' x 20') | 48 hours | £90.30 |
| Marquee Equipment Hire | Chairs and tables - Quote available upon request | ||
| Suite/Lodge Hire | Meetings or conferences areas, including refreshments | Per Hour | £15.00 |
| Meal package | Saturday breakfast to Sunday lunch | Per Head | £39.00 |
| Day meal package | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Per Head | £25.50 |
| Breakfast | Per Person | £6.50 | |
| Lunch | Per Person | £7.50 | |
| Dinner | Per Person | £11.50 | |
| Heating surcharge | Catering Barn heating | Per Hour | £15.75 |
| Electric Hook Up | Inclusive of units used | 48 Hours | £21.00 |
Self Led Activities
| Activity | Duration | Max People | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nightline, Circus Skills, or Giant Catapult | 1 Hour | 12 | £11.30 |
| Traverse Wall | 1 Hour | 12 | Free |
| Pioneering Poles or Orienteering | N/A | N/A | Free |
| Nerf Guns | Free | ||
| Frisbee Golf | 1 Hour | 20 | £11.30 |
| Soft Tomahawks | 1 Hour | 20 | £11.30 |
To make a booking we require a deposit of 25% of the total booking fee to be paid within 14 days of an invoice being issued. This will provisionally hold your booking. Upon receipt of your deposit, your booking will be confirmed. You must pay your deposit at least 12 weeks before arrival. The final balance must be settled before departure. Numbers can be altered up to 14 days before arrival. Full terms and conditions are available here.
Hire period: 2pm on day of arrival until 9:30am on the day of departure.
Group Sizes: maximum numbers must not be exceeded without prior agreement. Activities: activities commence from 9:30am. Activities required after 5pm are available on request. Please Note: Whilst every effort will be made to provide programmes as advertised, Walesby Forest reserves the right to change programmes in the event of insufficient bookings or circumstances beyond our control.
Check-in time is from 2.00pm on the day of arrival with full access to accommodation. On your day of departure, all accommodation must be vacated by 9.30am with secure lockable storage for luggage provided. Please return your lodge key to the main office by 12.00 noon at the latest. Check-out time is 12.00 noon.
Tented Village/Camp Provision
Tented Village includes: bell tents with single beds, plus use of a wet weather shelter. Tented Camp includes: Standard Tents (variable sizes) with use of a shared wet weather shelter. Visitors should be aware that they will need their own sleeping bags, roll mats etc. Should you need catering facilities please book a marquee separately unless you have booked a package which includes catering.
Lodges
Visitors booked to stay in our lodges are asked to bring a sleeping bag/ bedding/pillow. Please also bring a towel.
Inclusive Packages
Package activities are allocated and programmed by our planner. Please let us know your wish list when booking and we will endeavour to incorporate these subject to availability. Please note: Package programmes are on request until confirmed.
Wristbands
Wristbands cover activities for dark green highlight weekends on our camping calendar. Please view our camping calendar here. Activity wristbands are £22 for a full day and £12 for a half day per participant.
Marquees
Marquees 1 & 2 have a fully equipped kitchen area with 6-ring cooker, sink, water boiler, refrigerator with freezer, pots, pans, crockery and cutlery, tables and chairs, lighting and electricity points. Other marquees do not include equipment, but equipment can be hired.
Winter Discounts
50% off Lodges and Camping in December, January and February, excluding organised events, subject to availability.