Want to visit the home of adventure? Close to London but with the tranquillity of a woodland location, Gilwell Park is famous throughout the world for its Scouting heritage, beautiful setting and stunning range of activities. With modern lodges, plenty of open camping space and spectacular views of the capital, we have 108 acres are available for fun and adventure and for young people to experience the freedom of the outdoors.
Gilwell Park, located in Sewardstonebury near Waltham Abbey, is a renowned Scout campsite and activity center. Spanning 108 acres, it offers a blend of woodland and open spaces, making it an ideal location for outdoor adventures. The site is steeped in history, dating back over 600 years, and has been a key part of the Scouting movement since 1919. Gilwell Park provides a wide range of activities, including climbing, archery, and orienteering, catering to Scouts and other youth groups. The site also features modern lodges, traditional camping areas, and a tented village, ensuring a variety of accommodation options. Visitors can explore the heritage trails, which highlight significant historical landmarks within the park. Gilwell Park continues to be a vibrant hub for Scouting, offering young people the opportunity to experience the freedom of the outdoors and develop essential life skills.
Very well kept site. Very good facilities and kept clean. We enjoyed the heritage tour, and saw parakeets, nuthatch, woodpecker, and dear. And a very Tame fox that had the scent of some jaffa cakes left in a tent. Excellent wood supplie but this may differ when the site is busier as we were the only group camping on this side of the site.
Great Historical Park, My Dad came all the way from Pakistan to visit this Scout's historical park. Amazing staff, well maintained and well equiped. Great location for kids and adults day out.
Good campsite, plenty of space and fantastic modern camping buildings. Only downside was the substandard catering. But it is possible to bring your own. Worth a visit if you are into scouting.
Great venue if you're involved in Scouting, Guiding or other youth organisation. Campsite facilities are good. Handy location for London (underground station a bit of a walk). Just a pity that some of the emphasis for the main buildings (White house etc.) is more towards money generating corporate events, weddings etc.
Great atmosphere and energy onsite.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Assistive hearing loop
Hiking
All-inclusive
Barbecue grill
Gender-neutral toilets
Picnic tables
Toilets
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Good for kids
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Gilwell Park, located in Sewardstonebury near Waltham Abbey, is a renowned Scout campsite and activity center. Spanning 108 acres, it offers a blend of woodland and open spaces, making it an ideal location for outdoor adventures. The site is steeped in history, dating back over 600 years, and has been a key part of the Scouting movement since 1919. Gilwell Park provides a wide range of activities, including climbing, archery, and orienteering, catering to Scouts and other youth groups. The site also features modern lodges, traditional camping areas, and a tented village, ensuring a variety of accommodation options. Visitors can explore the heritage trails, which highlight significant historical landmarks within the park. Gilwell Park continues to be a vibrant hub for Scouting, offering young people the opportunity to experience the freedom of the outdoors and develop essential life skills.
Very well kept site. Very good facilities and kept clean. We enjoyed the heritage tour, and saw parakeets, nuthatch, woodpecker, and dear. And a very Tame fox that had the scent of some jaffa cakes left in a tent. Excellent wood supplie but this may differ when the site is busier as we were the only group camping on this side of the site.
Great Historical Park, My Dad came all the way from Pakistan to visit this Scout's historical park. Amazing staff, well maintained and well equiped. Great location for kids and adults day out.
Good campsite, plenty of space and fantastic modern camping buildings. Only downside was the substandard catering. But it is possible to bring your own. Worth a visit if you are into scouting.
Great venue if you're involved in Scouting, Guiding or other youth organisation. Campsite facilities are good. Handy location for London (underground station a bit of a walk). Just a pity that some of the emphasis for the main buildings (White house etc.) is more towards money generating corporate events, weddings etc.
Great atmosphere and energy onsite.
