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
- We are now in Winter mode. The water has been turned off. The barn toilets have been locked. A Greenfield permit is required for camping throughout the winter months. There are are no duty wardens throughout this period.
-Defibrilator in place on west side of the barn. Access code for the cabinet is provided by Emergency Services when called.
- The Adventure Trail is now open. Accessible from Ladies Well at end of the Great Divide.
- All wooden structures are slippery when wet.
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.