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Youlbury Scout Activity Centre

Youlbury Scout Activity Centre is widely regarded as the oldest permanent Scout campsite in the world.

Set in 42 acres of woodland near Oxford, Oxfordshire, the site has been in continuous use since 1913, when local landowner Sir Arthur Evans allowed Scouts to camp on his land and had a cabin built for them.

The centre offers a range of accommodation options, including modern lodges (Bear's Den and Centenary Lodge), traditional campsites, and a pre-pitched tented village complete with mattress pads, a group tent, and a basic camp kitchen.

Open to Scout groups from around the world as well as schools and youth organisations, Youlbury combines adventure activities with outdoor skills in a predominantly woodland setting.

All profits are reinvested into supporting outdoor adventure for young people.


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