The Barrwood comprises 96 acres of which 75% is suitable for a range of camping options. The remainder of the site is given over to mixed forestry. During the Summer Season, 1st April to the 31st October, there is normally a weekend duty warden. During the off season, the water is turned off and the site is designated greenfield. The self-composting toilets remain open throughout the year. The site is not available for public camping.
Latest Updates
Water - this should now be flowing throughout the wood. Its not too late to contribute to the cost of this project by visiting the "gofundmeappeal" https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/barrwood-scout-campsite-fresh-water-project A number of groups have indicated a willingness to contribute to the cost of the project. If your group is so minded please contact the treasurer, Hazel Burt, direct at treasurer@barwood.co.uk
ACCESS - Timber extraction is now expected to take place over two weeks in August We expect the Forestry Road to be closed to all traffic during this time.
2026 bookings - Bookings for 2026 are not currently being accepted. The time table is as following: 1st September - accepting bookings from Forth Region and constituent Districts for Regional & District Events only. 1st October - Bookings accepted from groups in Forth Region. 1st November - bookings from outside Forth Region accepted.
Trust Chair - The Trust is yet to appoint a new chair but items can be raised with any of the existing trustees.
Canoe Bookings - the system for booking the reservoir for water activities is changing. The day will now be broken into six 2 hour sessions, starting at 9.00 and ending at 21.00. The cost per session will be £10. Groups will not normally be allowed to book more than two adjacent sessions in one day. The overall cost remains the same. All Existing bookings for 2025 will be honoured . AM - 9.00-13.00, PM 13.00-17.00, EVE 17.00-21.00.
Developments - work has started on reinstating the archery range. As previously it will only be available to qualified personnel brining their own equipment. It is planned to have the stop net and archery butts in permanent position. As with the reservoir, bookings will be in 2 hour blocks. Unfortunately due to the storm damage this project has been delayed. Work was further delayed by efforts to maintain a useable water supply, additionally it has now been decided to remove some mature trees during the forestry works. The range is unlikely to be available to book until the start of the 2026 season.
Defibrillator is in place on west side of the barn. Access code for the cabinet is provided by Emergency Services when called.
Dogs are not permitted on site, with the exception of assistance dogs, during Scouting Activities. This is to ensure anyone with allergies or who are anxious of dogs can feel safe visiting the Barrwood. Please help us adhere to the policy by informing parents & guardians collecting young people.
This policy change brings us into line with all Scouting Adventure sites, including the three Scottish centres. The rule also applies to other major scout camping sites in Scotland such as Auchengillan, Bonaly, Templers Park and more locally The Craigs.
ABOUT US
The campsite is owned, maintained and operated by the Barrwood Trust in support of Scouting. The Trust is a charity whose sole purpose is to maintenance and operation of the site. Scottish Charity SCO006673
Our Campsite
As well as a range of camping opportunities we have a number of on site facilities. The barn is a large indoor space suitable for a number of activities, it has a scrambling wall and toilet facilities and provides shelter in inclement weather. Other facilities include a caving complex, play area, obstacle course, campfire circle, bivouac, wayfaring course and nature trail.
In addition a former reservoir on site which is designated class "C" waters offers opportunities for kayaking, paddle boarding and rafting.
OUR FACILITIES
The Barrwood offers opportunities for traditional scout camping on open fires. It offers a range of activies with which the leaders can engage in with their scouts.
MORE ABOUT US
In order to operate the Trust relies on a diverse group of volunteers.