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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.
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 usCheck-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 russet highlighted weekends on our camping calendar.
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.
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.