Cheshire Border
County Commissioner
Linda Pearson
Email
countycommissioner@girlguidingcheshireborder.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidingcheshireborder.org.uk
Statement
Cheshire Border is the southernmost county in the region, bordering on Staffordshire and Derbyshire. They are an active and growing county with nearly 3500 members. Covering the area of the new Cheshire East Council, the county includes the towns of Poynton, Bollington, Macclesfield, Wilmslow, Knutsford, Congleton, Holmes Chapel, Alsager, Sandbach, Crewe and Nantwich. There is a great variety from old market towns and industrial areas to rural villages. They offer a wide range of opportunities to girls and young women of all age groups and are particularly proud of their water activities section at Tatton Park and growing Ranger numbers.
Alsager Guide Headquarters
Address
The Guide Hall, Cedar Avenue, Alsager, ST7 2PQ
Accommodation
Space for 24 for residentials/sleepovers.
Facilities
Entrance hall, toilets and shower. Wheelchair accessible. Large fully equipped kitchen with separate fridge and freezer and duel fuel cooker. Two large halls, gas central heating and a large meeting room upstairs.
Activities
Large secure play area at the rear. Leisure centre close by for swimming and sports. Bus service into Stafford for visits to museums and place of interest.
Catering Facilities
Self-catering, with local shops a 5 minute walk from the hall.
Cost
£100 per night.
Booking Contact
Teresa Longhurst
alsager@girlguidingcheshireborder.org.uk
01270 884 461 (evenings)
Could be used for
Overnights, training sessions (max 60), evening meetings (max 60) or residentials.
No large meetings (county events).
Ashley Guide Centre & Campsite, Mobberley
Address
Ashley Activity Centre, Breach House Lane, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 7NT
Accommodation
House – 28 people, Lodge – 20 people, Campsite – Large field which can be divided into 2 campsites which can hold 50-60 people.
Facilities
House – large day/dining room, fully equipped kitchen. Sleeping facilities – Area 1 – 5 rooms with 4 beds (2 sets of bunks), and 1 room with 2 single beds. Area 2 – 1 room with 4 beds (2 sets of bunks) and 1 room with 2 single beds. Small first aid room with 2 single beds for emergency use with a small lockable cupboard for medicines. Washing facilities – Area 1 – large bathroom with 3 wash basins, 3 toilets and 2 showers. Also with a separate wet room with toilet, shower and washbasin suitable for those with a disability. Area 2 – bathroom with 2 washbasins, 2 toilets and 1 shower. Lodge – Large day/dining/meeting room with tables and chairs. Fully equipped kitchen. Bathroom with 2 flush toilets, 3 hand basins and 2 showers. Wet room and washing/toilet facilities suitable for those with a disability. Small store room for bedding and belongings. There are no beds, guests use the inflatable karri mats provided. Campsites – Campers have access to toilets and washing facilities and the dry shelter. Camp equipment can be hired.
Activities
A campfire circle, Brownie garden with swings, slide, climbing frame and play house. Outdoor games including parachutes, adventure course, outside gym, pond dipping, zip wire. Nearby there is a local farm, Sugar Brook Farm, which offers pond dipping, lambing, bird and wildlife spotting, various nature courses, fruit picking and pressing in the Autumn (subject to a nominal contribution). There are also local horse riding stables, Tatton Hall, Knutsford Town trail, Styal Mill and Manchester Airport tours.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Various depending on group type.
Booking Contact
gmwashleybookings@gmail.com
Website address
Ashley Guide Centre
Could be used for
Residentials, training sessions, meetings, overnights or camping.
Audlem Scout & Guide Hall
Address
Audlem Scout & Guide Headquarters, Cheshire Street, Audlem, Nr Crewe, CW3 0AL
Accommodation
20 for sleepovers. Seating for lectures up to 100, parties 100. Sit down meals 60.
Facilities
Large hall, kitchen, toilets, small room upstairs.
Activities
None
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Sleepovers – £90.00 Flat rate, General activities – £38 for the first hour, £6.00 per hour thereafter.
Booking Contact
Andrew Walters
andrewwalters04@gmail.com
01270 811 047
Could be used for
Meetings, training, sleepovers or parties.
Cheshire Forest
County Commissioner
Nikki Barker
Email
countycommissioner@cheshireforest.org.uk
Website
www.cheshireforest.org.uk
Statement
Cheshire Forest is the largest county in Girlguiding North West England, with a current membership of over 5,500. They cover the areas of Warrington, Halton, Chester and West Cheshire, plus Middlewich in East Cheshire! This is a diverse mixture of large towns and villages, with industrial and rural areas. The county is divided into 11 Divisions with 40 Districts. They are proud of the whole range of opportunities they offer to the girls and young women in their care.
Pettypool Activity Centre
Address
Pettypool Wood, Sandiway, Nr Northwich, Cheshire
Accommodation
The Lookout – up to 40 people. The Lodge is non-residential but can accommodate up to 30 in the dining room and the Ranger Den can accommodate up to 6 people. There are also 4 campsites each with their own facilities.
Facilities
The Lookout – Large activity room with under floor heating, wheelchair accessible bedroom with wet room and hoist facilities. 5 bedrooms, made up of 3 sets of bunkbeds, 2 sinks, 2 showers and toilet with storage under sinks for wash bags. Separate leaders’ bedroom with showers. Fully equipped large kitchen with fridge/freezer and separate larger fridge, 2 ovens with grill, hot water boilers. leaders’ room with desk and telephone. Entrance hall with toilet and baby changing facilities, utility room with washing machine and dryer. Risk assessments are available on request, plus there is a small first aid kit and Wi-fi. The Lodge – Non-residential but has toilets & showers, fully equipped kitchen and dining room for 30 people. It also provides an activity room, leaders’ lounge and a grassed play area. The Ranger Den also provides a fully equipped kitchen, sleeping and lounge area and the toilet block is located opposite. The campsites also provide firebases and picnic tables, some equipment is available for hire.
Activities
Orienteering courses – Easy, Moderate and Challenging
Space Hoppers
Hoops
Circus Skills
Giant Ludo
Shelter Building equipment
Badminton Rackets
Nature Detectives – activity cards
Team Challenges – balls, markers, bean bags etc
Rounders set and posts
Skipping Ropes and games to play!
Walks from Pettypool
Small and large balls
Woodland Trust – 5 minute activities- Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Photograph Trails – ‘A walk with a difference’ and Photo Mystery Trail
Giant Games – Tumble Tower and Noughts and Crosses
Geocaching course (no GPS required) Assault courses, BBQ areas, Bird Hide, Campfire Circle, Chapel, Fitness Trail, Giant Games, Geocaching, Beech Tree Habitat, Nature Trails, Olave Field (Activity field) Pioneering, Rainbow Arc, Shelter and Den Building and a Shop
Catering Facilities
Self Catering with a kitchen available for use.
Cost
Various costs depending which area a group is from. Fees can be found on the website.
Booking Contact
For Campsite and Ranger Den Bookings: booksite@pettpool.org
For the Lodge: booklodge@pettypool.org
For all and other enquiries: info@pettypool.org or pettypool@btinternet.com
Website address
Pettypool
Facebook page
Pettypool Facebook
Could be used for
Residentials, training, conferences, overnights, meetings.
Can be used by other Girlguiding groups and groups outside of Girlguiding.
Lymm District
Address
Pepper Street, Lymm, Cheshire
2 Large Halls (14mx8m and 12mx8m), 1 meeting room (7mx6m), toilets and well equipped kitchen.
Activities
Fire pit / campfire circle
Raised beds
Landscaping
Planting boxes
Backwoods cooking area
Pioneering poles store
Climbing tower/Climbing wall
Flagpole
Living willow dome
Insect hotel
Stage
PV array on roof
Sundial Bird/bat boxes with camera
Rainbutts
Indoor climbing/bouldering wall
Shooting range ( Temporary )
Digital projector and PA system
New tables/chairs
Computer/printer/scanner
Wireless broadband
Saw benches
Brick BBQ area
Bird table
Catering Facilities
Self Catering – kitchen available for use.
Cost
Hall Hire – £18 per hour, Meeting Room Hire – £12 per hour, Whole building – sole use – £30 per hour.
Booking Contact
bookings.maplelodge@gmail.com
Website address
Maple Lodge
Could be used for
Residentials, meetings or training sessions.
Cumbria North
County Commissioner
Ann Marie Steel
Email
countycommissionercumbrianorth@gmail.com
Website
www.girlguidingcumbrianorth.org.uk
Statement
Cumbria North is the largest geographical county in the region and has the second lowest population density in England. The county stretches for a distance of over 80 miles from North to South and East to West, and encompasses both the Lake District fells and a large area of the Pennines. It covers the Districts of Allerdale, Carlisle, Copeland and Eden and has only 3 urban areas with a population in excess of 20,000, one of which is the city of Carlisle. With over 2000 member, they endeavour to give all of their members as many opportunities as possible and are enjoying the many benefits of flexible guiding.
We don’t currently have any Activity Centres in this area.
Cumbria South
County Commissioner
Angela York
Website
www.girlguidingcumbriasouth.org.uk
Email
countycomm@girlguidingcumbriasouth.org.uk
Statement
Cumbria South is a beautiful and diverse county where ‘the Lakes meets the Sea’. With over 1500 members the county covers a vast area from Barrow in Furness in the West to Sedbergh in the East, Grasmere in the North and Arnside in the South. Leaders in Cumbria South offer their girls and young women a fantastic range of opportunities both locally and internationally, and they are very proud to ensure that they keep their ‘Girls in the Lead’.
Park House, Hawkshead
Address
Park House, Main Street, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0NR
Accommodation
31 people in 4 bunk rooms
Facilities
3x toilets, 2x showers. Large area for dining/playing in. Walled garden with picnic tables and BBQ
Activities
Off-site water activities provided by Joint Adventures:
Catering Facilities
Self-Catering, Fish & Chip shop near and Co-op in the village
Cost
Prices are available on the website
Booking Contact
Judith Myers
jandzmyers@gmail.com
015394 41245
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Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, training, meetings, leaders’ get togethers.
Isle of Man
County Commissioner
Su Simpson
Website
www.girlguidingiom.im
Email
su.simpson@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Statement
Isle of Man county have a unique relationship with Girlguiding and are extremely proud to be a Girlguiding county in their own right in Girlguiding North West England. Girlguiding in the Isle of Man started in 1915 with a small number of girls and their determined leaders. Today they are the Island’s largest voluntary youth organisation. Girlguiding Isle of Man comprises of 52 units; that’s 975 people engaged in weekly youth programmes of activities for girls and young women aged 5 to 26.
Rushen Scout and Guide Headquarters
Address
Drogenfayle Road, Port Erin, Isle of Man
Accommodation
Details given upon request
Facilities
Large hall, two back rooms, a large kitchen (inc. dining area), a male and female bathroom with two toilets each. Parking available nearby.
Activities
Park and beach within walking distance as is the steam railway station. Water sports available at the beach
Catering Facilities
Self Catering – fish and chip shop within walking distance
Cost
£25 for four hours but call for overnight quotes
Booking Contact
Kath
07624 479 582
Facebook Page
Rushen Scout and Guide HQ
Could be used for
Unit meetings, overnights or weekend camps.
Castletown Scout & Guide Headquarters
Address
West Hill Avenue, Castletown, Isle of Man, IM9 1LX
Accommodation
Details given upon request
Facilities
Kitchen, main hall, dining area, two toilets available.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Booking Contact
07624 496 621
Facebook Page
Castletown Scouts and Guides
Could be used for
Unit meetings, overnights or weekend camps.
Maughold, Corany Hill, Isle of Man
Address
Corany Hill, Glen Mona, Maughold, Isle of Man
Accommodation
Small numbers, only big enough for a district event
Facilities
Ideal for outdoor meetings. The hut has tables, benches and catering equipment. It also has toilets and washroom facilities. The Leisure Pod, is more for relaxing in.
Activities
The wood badge is available for groups to take part in. The information can be requested at the booking stage.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Available upon enquiry
Booking Contact:
Jayne Corteen
jaynecorteen@mcb.net
Could be used for
Unit meetings, outdoor meetings, days out, small camps or district events.
Greater Manchester West
County Commissioner
Laura Keller
Website
www.girlguidinggmw.org.uk
Email
GMWCC@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Statement
Greater Manchester West is one of the region’s smaller counties. The county covers the Local Authority areas of Trafford and Salford, a very varied and diverse community. The county team work together to build communities so that their adult volunteers are well supported as they help the girls and young women in their care learn to plan and experience a very varied programme of activities. With over 4,300 members, their current long term project is developing their expertise in girl-led guiding at all levels throughout the community.
Ashley Guide Centre & Campsite, Mobberley
Address
Ashley Activity Centre, Breach House Lane, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 7NT
Accommodation
House – 28 people, Lodge – 20 people, Campsite – Large field which can be divided into 2 campsites which can hold 50-60 people.
Facilities
House – large day/dining room, fully equipped kitchen. Sleeping facilities – Area 1 – 5 rooms with 4 beds (2 sets of bunks), and 1 room with 2 single beds. Area 2 – 1 room with 4 beds (2 sets of bunks) and 1 room with 2 single beds. Small first aid room with 2 single beds for emergency use with a small lockable cupboard for medicines. Washing facilities – Area 1 – large bathroom with 3 wash basins, 3 toilets and 2 showers. Also with a separate wet room with toilet, shower and washbasin suitable for those with a disability. Area 2 – bathroom with 2 washbasins, 2 toilets and 1 shower. Lodge – Large day/dining/meeting room with tables and chairs. Fully equipped kitchen. Bathroom with 2 flush toilets, 3 handbasins and 2 showers. Wet room and washing/toilet facilities suitable for those with a disability. Small store room for bedding and belongings. There are no beds, guests use the inflatable karri mats provided. Campsites – Campers have access to toilets and washing facilities and the dry shelter. Camp equipment can be hired.
Activities
A campfire circle, Brownie garden with swings, slide, climbing frame and play house. Outdoor games including parachutes, adventure course, outside gym, pond dipping, zip wire. Nearby there is a local farm, Sugar Brook Farm, which offers pond dipping, lambing, bird and wildlife spotting, various nature courses, fruit picking and pressing in the Autumn (subject to a nominal contribution). There are also local horse riding stables, Tatton Hall, Knutsford Town trail, Styal Mill and Manchester Airport tours.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Various depending on group type
Booking Contact
gmwashleybookings@gmail.com
Website address
Ashley Guide Centre
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings, training or camping.
Lodge is suitable for meetings.
Lancashire Border
County Commissioner
Sharon Weaver
Email
sharon.weaver@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Social Media
Lancashire Border Facebook Page
Statement
Lancashire Border covers the Bolton and South Bury areas. They are a small but very lively county, with 5 Divisions spread across a mixture of rural and urban populations. They have innovative programmes to excite the girls and young women in their care, and their leaders are proud to be part of Team Lancashire Border.
Lancashire East
County Commissioner
Tricia Beesley
Email
tricia.beesley@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidinglancseast.org.uk
Statement
Lancashire East is a county steeped in history and folklore; at its heart lies Pendle Hill with tales of witchcraft, to the West lies the fertile plains of the Ribble Valley and to the South and East, towns which ‘grew up’ throughout the industrial revolution. With over 4000 members, they are one of the largest counties in Girlguiding North West England; with 7 Divisions, 612 adult Leaders and 190 unit helpers who make it possible, week after week, to give amazing opportunities to girls and young women in Lancashire East.
We don’t currently have any Activity Centres in this area.
Lancashire North West
County Commissioner
Gillian Clarkson
Email
gillian.clarkson@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Website
Lancashire North West Facebook Page
Statement
Silver Sapling Campsite
Address
Silver Sapling Campsite, Park Road, Silverdale, Lancashire, LA5 0UJ
Facilities
Pepper Pot – water tap, wood store, outdoor wood cooking facilities, wet weather hut, drying room, 2 showers, 2 toilets, washroom with 4 basins with disabled access to wet room and toilets, outside sink with hot and cold water. Equipment – fridge/freezer, plastic chairs, tables and benches, cooking equipment for both gas wood burners (except QM utensils/cutlery), fire buckets, water carriers, hot water urn, kettle, washing bowls, dustpan and brush, waste bins (no bags provided). There is a marquee that can be erected. Site powered by electric meter – takes £2 coins. Silver Birch – similar to Pepper Pot except people have to arrange to use the showers on Pepper Pot. Helen’s Field and Crooklands are completely unequipped sites with just one water tap, so campers will need to bring everything including portable toilets, although toilet disposal facilities are provided.
Activities
On-site activities include: Unicycle, grass skis, stilts, boules, badminton, hockey, circus skills, obstacle course. Giant garden games including: Connect 4, Dominoes, Snakes & Ladders, Jenga. Costs: £10 an evening, £20 a day. £50 for 3 days and £100 up to a week. Grass Sledges cost: £15 an evening, £30 a day, £60 for 3 days, £100 up to a week. Peddle Bikes cost: £15 an evening, £30 a day, £60 for 3 days, £100 up to a week. Archery can be arranged via Northern Archery and a mobile climbing wall can be arranged at the site. Off-site activities include: play area on Cove Road, Holgates Caravan Park, Leighton Moss RSPB reserve. There are also local supermarkets, doctors’ surgery and churches.
Catering Facilities
Self catering, but there are some local mobile catering companies in the area.
Booking Contact:
Silver Sapling Booking Secretary
Silversaplingbookings@outlook.com
Website address
Silver Sapling
Facebook Page
Silver Sapling Facebook page
Could be used for
Residentials, overnight stays, evening meetings or training sessions (hut).
Guys Farm Activity Centre
Address
Stony Lane, Bay Horse, Lancaster, LA2 9DF
Accommodation
The Barn – 32 beds, The House – 20 beds, The Piggery – 14 beds. 5 Campsites – Top Meadow – 30, Bottom Meadow – 30, The Orchard – 20, these 3 sites are equipped. Waterside, Lakeview and Horseshoe are non-equipped sites and campers need to bring their own equipment.
Facilities
The Barn – Full central heating, 7 bedrooms offering a mix of single, twin and dormitory rooms with bunk beds. 5 individual toilets and 2 with showers. Wheelchair accessible. Large indoor activity area, dining room and fully equipped kitchen. The House – Full central heating, 4 bedrooms offering dormitory rooms, some with bunk beds. 3 individual toilets and 2 with showers. Large open plan lounge/dining area with fully equipped kitchen. The Piggery – Full central heating, 4 bedrooms offering a mix of twin and dormitory rooms all with bunk beds. 2 individual toilets and a shower room. Large open plan lounge/dining area with a fully equipped kitchen. Equipped campsites – Each has a hut with lighting and electricity and fridge/freezer space and Wi-Fi. Flushing toilets, showers and outdoor washing area. The fields can have up to 100 people. Unequipped campsites – access to central toilet and shower block. Fridge/freezer space can be arranged and wi-fi is available in some areas.
Activities
Abseiling & Climbing, Archery, Sculpture Trail and Assault Course, Pedal Cars, Pizza Oven, Gyro Cars, Bouldering Wall, Orienteering, Lake – Paddle boarding (SUP/SOT), Rafting, Pond dipping.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Various costs depending on whether people are from Girlguiding or outside bookings. Details can be found on the website
Booking Contact
bookings@guysfarm.org.uk
Website address
Guys Farm
Facebook Page
Guys Farm Facebook
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings or training.
Lancashire South
County Commissioner
Sam Rigby
Email
countycommissioner@lancashiresouth.org.uk
Social Media
Lancashire South Facebook Page
Statement
We don’t currently have any Activity Centres in this area.
Lancashire South East
County Commissioner
Nicola Robinson
Email
nicola.robinson@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidinglancsse.org.uk
Statement
Springfield Park
Address
Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 4RE
Accommodation
24 girls and 4 leaders’ in the building and has a fully equipped campsite for 1 large group or a patrol (Maximum of 6).
Facilities
Ground floor – dining area with fully equipped kitchen, just off the dining room is the shop selling Girlguiding items and small gifts. Upper floor – 3 Dormitories that sleep 8 in each and a leaders” bedroom sleeping 4. Large activity room with DVD player, projector & screen. Bathroom with wash basin, showers and flush toilets. Campsite – Shelter with electricity, flush toilets, wash basin, water, wood. 1 large fire and 6 patrol fires, with parking available for leaders’ on the field.
Activities
Facilities of the park and play area. Local activities – Swimming pool, Water activities, nature reserves, Planet Play.
Catering Facilities
Self catering, Tesco nearby.
Cost
Day rate – £25, evening rate £10. Non returnable deposits of £25.
Booking Contact
Lynn Smith
Website address
Springfield Park
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings, leader training days, evening training or meetings.
Baden Powell Centre
Address
Oldham, OL4 1AH
Facilities
There is a large hall, 2 meetings rooms, kitchen and shop selling Scout and Guide uniform and equipment.
Booking Contact
0161 624 1073
Website address
Baden Powell Centre
Could be used for
Training sessions or evening meetings.
Baden Powell Hall
Address
Millet Street, Bury, BL9 0JB
Facilities
Newly refurbished kitchen.
Booking Contact
0161 761 5224
Website address
Baden Powell Hall
Could be used for
Training sessions, evening meetings or leaders’ days.
Lancashire West
County Commissioner
Jacky Ramsden
Email
jacky.ramsden@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidinglancswest.org.uk
Statement
Guys Farm Activity Centre
Address
Stony Lane, Bay Horse, Lancaster, LA2 9DF
Accommodation
The Barn – 32 beds, The House – 20 beds, The Piggery – 14 beds. 5 Campsites – Top Meadow – 30, Bottom Meadow – 30, The Orchard – 20, these 3 sites are equipped. Waterside, Lakeview and Horseshoe are non-equipped sites and campers need to bring their own equipment.
Facilities
The Barn – Full central heating, 7 bedrooms offering a mix of single, twin and dormitory rooms with bunk beds. 5 individual toilets and 2 with showers. Wheelchair accessible. Large indoor activity area, dining room and fully equipped kitchen. The House – Full central heating, 4 bedrooms offering dormitory rooms, some with bunk beds. 3 individual toilets and 2 with showers. Large open plan lounge/dining area with fully equipped kitchen. The Piggery – Full central heating, 4 bedrooms offering a mix of twin and dormitory rooms all with bunk beds. 2 individual toilets and a shower room. Large open plan lounge/dining area with a fully equipped kitchen. Equipped campsites – Each has a hut with lighting and electricity and fridge/freezer space and Wi-Fi. Flushing toilets, showers and outdoor washing area. The fields can have up to 100 people. Unequipped campsites – access to central toilet and shower block. Fridge/freezer space can be arranged and wi-fi is available in some areas.
Activities
Abseiling & Climbing, Archery, Sculpture Trail and Assault Course, Pedal Cars, Pizza Oven, Gyro Cars, Bouldering Wall, Orienteering, Lake – Paddle boarding (SUP/SOT), Rafting, Pond dipping.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Various costs depending on whether people are from Girlguiding or outside bookings. Details can be found on the website
Booking Contact
bookings@guysfarm.org.uk
Website address
Guys Farm
Facebook Page
Guys Farm Facebook
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings or training.
St Anne’s (Kilgrimol) District
Address
Leach Lane, Lytham St Anne’s
Accommodation
Sleeps 22
Facilities
This Girlguiding centre is situated in St. Annes and is with walking distance of a sandy beach. There is a main activity room and a small meeting room. The centre has private parking, but the remaining outdoor space is not usable while building work is taking place. We cannot offer accommodation at present (August 2021) but hope to welcome visitors back to the centre in the future. The centre is still available for day events and trainings.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Various costs depending on whether people are from Girlguiding or outside bookings. Details can be found on the website
Booking Contact
Kilgrimol@girlguidinglancswest.org.uk
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings or training.
Manchester
County Commissioner
Catherine Bower
Email
cc@girlguidingmanchester.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidingmanchester.org.uk
Statement
Seven Springs Activity Centre
Address
Seven Springs Outdoor Activity Centre, Corks Lane, Disley, Cheshire, SK12 2AZ
Accommodation
The Venture House sleeps up to 30 people, with a mix of dormitories which sleeps 18, leaders” room for 2, 2 additional rooms with bunk beds for 4, a single room for adults, a first aid room with a bed and 4 folding camp beds. The Den is for 15 people – main bedroom sleeps 10 on bunk beds, small bedroom for 1 and lounge has 4 single sofa beds. Kinder View sleeps up to 20 – 18 folding camp beds, small bedroom with 1 set of bunks. Birch and Oak are fully equipped sites for 24 campers, more if they bring their own equipment.
Facilities
The Venture House – It is a centrally heated, single storey building. It has a spacious dining room/play area, fully equipped kitchen, relaxation room for leaders’, first aid room, bathroom facilities with shower, 3 wash basins and toilet with separate facilities for leaders’. Drying room and porch area for wet boots/wellies. The Den – Large lounge/dining area, bathroom with 3 basins, shower and 2 toilets and fully equipped kitchen. Kinder View – storage rooms and fully equipped kitchen and bathroom. These sites have access to Werneth Lodge which has fridge. Toilets and showers on site. Holly site is away from main facilities and suitable for large numbers who bring their own equipment, has toilet and shower block.
Activities
Adventure Playground, Butterfly Trail, Night line, Basic Orienteering, Grass sledging, Instructor-led orienteering. Numerous outdoor games, including bats, balls, goalposts, rackets, frisbees, swing ball. There is also a BBQ available and campfire. Local activities in the area – Lyme Park is a National Trust park with deer, duck pond, gift shop, playground and coffee shop and is within walking distance of the site. Buxton is less than 30 minutes on the train and New Mills Leisure Centre which boasts squash courts, modern gym and swimming pool.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Cost depends on whether groups are members of Manchester County, Girlguiding or outside groups. Cost details are on the website.
Website address
Seven Springs Activity Centre
Facebook page
Seven Springs
Could be used for
Residentials, camps, overnights, meetings, training or county events.
Merseyside
County Commissioner
Sylvia Macaulay
Email
sylvia.macaulay@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidingmerseyside.co.uk
Statement
Woodbank Activity Centre
Address
Woodbank Activity Centre, Burrows Lane, St Helens, L34 6JQ
Accommodation
26 people – Dormitory rooms of 8 and 10 and 2 bedrooms sleeping 4.
Facilities
Well equipped kitchen, spacious activity/dining room, central heating, cloakroom for outdoor shoes and coats, gift shop. 3 showers & 6 wash basins, 3 toilets.
Activities
Fire pits. Safari Challenge.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Fees are £178.50 per night with a £51.00 per night deposit (this is applicable for all bookings). Day bookings are £9 per hour.
Booking Contact
Marjorie Boyd
activitycentre13@gmail.com
Website address
Woodbank Activity Centre
Facebook page
Woodbank Activity Centre
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings, training, county events or Trefoil Guild meetings.
Sefton
County Commissioner
Rose Bode
Email
countycommissioner@girlguidingsefton.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidingsefton.org.uk
Statement
Scarisbrick Guide Campsite
Address
Scarisbrick Campsite, Southport Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L40 9RQ (On the grounds of Scarisbrick Hall School).
Accommodation
Hall can seat up to 50 people, is wheelchair accessible. The Barn accommodates 15 people (Suitable aged 7+). Campsites each have their own water tap and flush toilets.
Facilities
Hall – has a well equipped kitchen, tables, chairs, showers and toilets. The Barn – the lower floor has chill cabinets, freezers and telephone. 2 large washrooms. The upper floor is available for Guide/Rangers/Adult holidays. There are tents for hire of varying sizes and Trangia’s for hire.
Activities
Archery – led by qualified instructors. Aerial Runway – can be hired and must be supervised at all times. Trampoline for hire and must be supervised. Pioneering poles for use on site only to make various structures (instruction booklet available). Parachute, Orienteering, Photo Trail and Assault Course in the woods. Large outdoor games available for hire. Netball, Rounders and small games equipment – these are free of charge. Water activities off site at the Scout Centre nearby. Booking is essential with them. Plus easy access to local places of interest.
Catering Facilities
Self-catering with Tesco and Spar between 2-3 miles.
Cost
Various. See website for details. Full user manual available on the website.
Booking Contact
scarisbrickcampsite@yahoo.com
Website address
Scarisbrick Guide Campsite
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings, training, county events or camps.
Shirdley Hill Activity Centre
Address
Shirdley Hill Residential Centre, Renacres Lane, Halsall, L39 8SG
Accommodation
Modern self-catering. Rooms for up to 27 people, comprising 5 bedrooms upstairs and 3 bedrooms downstairs.
Facilities
Fully equipped kitchen, 2 fridges, large freezer, gas hob and electric oven cooker, hot cupboard and microwave. Ample bathroom and toilet facilities. Large main room for dining and activities, with fold away tables, toy box, library and a small shop. Broadband, data projector, screen and speakers.
Activities
Outside there are picnic tables, a safe enclosed green area with well equipped play area. Outdoor games area and extensive car park.
Catering Facilities
Self-catering, with shops nearby
Cost
Various depending if a group is form Girlguiding Sefton or not. See website for details.
Booking Contact
Fee Tate
shirdleyhillcentre@outlook.com
Website address
Shirdley Hill Centre
Facebook page
Shirdley Hill Centre Facebook
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings or training.
Stockport
County Commissioner
Tracey Johnson
Email
tracey.johnson@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidingstockport.org.uk
Statement
The Children’s Inn, Rowarth
Address
The Inns at Rowarth, Hollinsmoor Road, Rowarth, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 1DX
Accommodation
The Children’s Inn is suitable for 31 people. The Ranger Inn can sleep 12 in the upstairs full sized bunk beds and 4-5 downstairs on air beds.
Facilities
The Children’s Inn has 2 separate shower rooms, activity room, fully equipped kitchen, dining room for 32 people and large original fireplace. Cosy lounge, work and store room where activities are kept. TV, video and DVD player are available. Fully central heated and double glazed with car parking. The Ranger Inn has fully equipped kitchen, dining room/activity room and bathroom.
Activities
There is a large secure garden for outdoor games (kept in the leaders’ store room) Brick built BBQ, campfire circle, picnic tables and benches.
Catering Facilities
Self-catering and supermarkets will deliver to the site.
Cost
The Ranger Inn costs from £85.00, The Children’s Inn from £180.00 and the camping from £4.00.
Booking Contact
innsbooking@girlguidingstockport.org
Website address
The Inns at Rowarth
Facebook page
The Inns at Rowarth Facebook
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings, training or county events.
Abney Scout and Guide Training and Residential Centre
Address
Abney Park, Newlands Road, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 2PD
Accommodation
Centre can sleep 32 on a mix of bunk beds and single beds.
Facilities
The centre has a fully equipped kitchen. Note that Sat nav users should use SK8 2NP.
Activities
BBQ area and campfire circle.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Various costs depending on whether hirers are Girlguiding or Scout members.
Booking Contact
Mark Brookes
markbrookes@mail.com
0161 485 6354
Website address
Abney Scout and Guide Centre
Could be used for
Residentials, overnights, meetings, training or county events.
Wirral
County Commissioner
Jenny Brown
Email
jenny.brown@girlguidingnwe.org.uk
Website
www.girlguidingwirral.org.uk
Statement
Hadlow Fields Activity Centre
Address
Hadlow Fields Activity Centre & Wirral County Girlguiding Centre, Neston, CH64 2UN
Accommodation
Up to 18 sleeping on bunk beds. One leaders” room sleeping 2 on bunk bed. Campsites have a max capacity of 50 overnight sleepers. The camping field has a maximum of 400 people for daytime use.
Facilities
Bunk beds – Bring you own sleeping bags and pillows. Well equipped kitchen, one shower, toilet & wash basin for disabled personnel. Separate bathroom with 3 toilets and 2 wash basins. The Cottage and Orchard Shelter are both wheelchair accessible and have fire detection and alarm systems.
Activities
Lots of on-site activities including Games Store, Circus Skills Box, Bushcraft Box & Dutch Oven Box, Hammocks and Tarps, Traversing Wall, Adventure Play area. Archery, Mountain Bikes, Tipis and a Fairy Trail. There is a pizza oven for hire. The site also houses the GG Wirral shop.
Catering Facilities
Self Catering
Cost
Various costs depend on whether groups are members of Girlguiding or not, Deposits are required at the time booking and are non-refundable. There is a separate booking form for equipment.
Booking Contact
hadlowbookings@girlguidingwirral.org.uk
0151 342 6557
Website address
Hadlow Fields
Could be used for
Residentials, evening/weekend training or evening meetings.
West Kirby Guide HQ
Address
(rear of) 59 Westbourne Road, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 4DQ
Accommodation
Up to 18. 12 Brownies (Max) + leaders, 15 Guides or Rangers (Max) + leaders.
Facilities
Camp beds, 3 Zed beds, 2 fitted bench beds. 4 mattresses suitable for adults of children. Pillows and sleeping bags/blankets must be brought. Well equipped kitchen. 2 Showers, 4 toilets, Drying room, and additional toilet and shower for disabled visitors. Immersion heater, gas radiator, thermos controlled wall mounted convector heaters. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms fitted.
Activities
Sports equipment available – prior booking is necessary. Buckets and spade if you wish to take Brownies to the beach. Ashton Park – Situated behind the HQ incudes, picnic tables, football pitch, basketball/netball and tennis courts. Tree and planet trails. Junior orienteering course, treasure trails and code breaking puzzles. Hilbre Island – Walk across the sand to Hilbre Island for picnics, bird and seal watching. Beach – 10mins walk. Wirral Sailing School – The Promenade and Marine Lake are a 5mins walk. More ideas on the website.
Catering Facilities
Self-catering with local shops. Morrisons 5-10mins away. One Stop Shop 5-10mins and Aldi. Plus 3 fish and chip shops.
Cost
Various costs depending on usage, all include gas and electricity, see website for details. Deposits are required to confirm bookings.
Booking Contact
Mrs Carol Trickey
trickeyfamily@yahoo.com
0151 625 6316
Website address
West Kirby Guide HQ
Could be used for
Residentials, evening/weekend training or evening meetings.
Overseas Territories
County Commissioner
Diane Thomas
Statement
Girlguiding British Overseas Territories include Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat, Saint Helena & Ascension Islands and Turks & Caicos Islands. We stretch across thousands of kilometers, many time zones, have macaques, penguins and sea lions in our risk assessments, are home to the oldest living land animal in the world and have the rugged Atlantic ocean along with the Caribbean and Alboran seas surrounding us. This means that the sun is always rising somewhere in the GGBOT County making Girlguiding North West England the region that never sleeps! We are a very close, active, dynamic and friendly county comprising 9 divisions and 2 districts with just under 800 members. In some territories most the girls in that territory are members of Girlguiding! We communicate, hold trainings and social events for adult volunteers mainly through internet platforms and do try to get together in person when we can. We are delighted to be part of Girlguiding North West England.