Due to the current heatwave, its longevity and data obtained from the Natural England Fire Severity Index. Thorrington Scout Camp has now issued a ban on all open fires and disposable BBQs from Thursday 9th July, until further notice. This…
Activity Pricing Update 01/06/26
New activity prices for bookings from 1 June 2026 help us maintain quality, value, and exceptional outdoor experiences.
Activity Pricing Review At Thorrington Scout Camp, we are committed to providing high-quality outdoor experiences that offer excellent value for money. Whether you’re visiting for a day activity, residential stay, or group event, our aim is always to deliver memorable…
Ready, Set, Throw!
New Mini Axe Throwing at Thorrington - safe plastic axes, big laughs, and bullseye fun for Squirrels and Beavers!
New Mini Axe Throwing at Thorrington — safe plastic axes, big laughs, and bullseye fun for Squirrels and Beavers!
The great indoor adventure – now even greater!
Make the most of your next visit
Next time you visit Thorrington, book our indoor accommodation for two-or-more nights and save 20% of the accommodation fee’s for your stay.
It’s back! Climbing returns!
We’re delighted to announce the official opening of our fully refurbished Climbing and Abseiling Tower here at Thorrington Scout Camp. Over recent months, a dedicated team of volunteers has worked tirelessly to bring the tower back to life. The refurbishment…
Wet Weekends: Map symbol bingo
Have fun learning all about map symbols with this brilliant bingo game.
British weather can be a pain, but with our wet weekends blog you can find a way to maximise your visit no matter the weather.
This week we will focus building navigation skills by playing map symbol bingo.
Camp Menu: Pitta pocket pizzas
Whip up a quick and easy dinner on the embers of a fire with this tasty recipe.
They say an army marches on it’s stomach and this definitely applies to camps too. With our camp menu blog why not cook up a storm for your next visit.
This week we’re making pitta pocket pizzas.
Badge Bingo: Activity centre service (Explorers)
Join us in making sure our activity centers continue to inspire whilst earning your badges
Visiting Thorrington can be a great way to earn new badges, this week we’re looking at how you can earn your activity centre service activity badge.
Camp Essentials: Make a marshmallow stick
Create your own marshmallow roasting stick while learning how to use a knife.
Our camp essentials are designed to help you think of new ways to maximise your visit to Thorrington, why not try and make your own marshmallow stick?
Wet Weekends: Plastic is not fantastic
Plastic isn’t fantastic! Work together to get your meeting place and local community to go single use plastic free.
British weather can be a pain, but with our wet weekends blog you can find a way to maximise your visit no matter the weather.
This week we look at how you can utilise your spare time to reduce your plastic waste as a group.
Camp Menu: Macaroni slosh
Add a dash of team work and a splash of something new to cook a tasty meal with your group.
They say an army marches on it’s stomach and this definitely applies to camps too. With our camp menu blog why not cook up a storm for your next visit.
This week we’re making macaroni slosh.
