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 remain 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.
ACCESS - The Forestry Road, the the shelter, the bivouac and the nearby toilets are now all accessible with care. The toilets should be approached by the steps as the path is currently obstructed by a fallen fence. The path to the Bivi has been cleared but a large amount of cut timber in the vicinity. Work continues at campsites Blue 6&8. The stand of trees at Red 9 is currently unavailable for hammocking, whilst the dangerous trees have been felled the cut timber remains to be removed. Many thanks to the Wednesday crew and the willing chainsaw owners who have allowed this work to proceed at pace. Due to tree damage there is no access to the Scout Plantations on either side of the forestry road, these areas are hazardous due the the amount of fallen timber. There will be no work carried out in these areas as the intention is now to clear fell.
Trust Chair - We regret to announce that Avril Robertson has decided to step down as Chair of the Trust. We wish to thank her for the great work she has done over the last two years particularly with our neighbours and outside agencies.
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. The aim (no pun intended) is to have it ready for the start of the main camping season. As with the reservoir, bookings will be in 2 hour blocks. Unfortunately due to the storm damage this project has been delayed and is likely to be delayed further.
Securing a safe and permanent water supply - the first stage of establishing whither it is possible to source our own supply without relying on reduced pressure and storage tanks has commenced with the drilling of a test borehole. The bore was successful in finding water, we await the purity tests, following which we will be looking for grant funding to subsidise the project.
Listening to you - over the winter the Camp Operations Group has been considering a number of items brought to the attention of the Trust by Falkirk District Leaders. Their deliberations have been considered by the Trustees at there February meeting. A users open meeting has been arranged for Tuesday 22nd April.
-Defibrillator in place on west side of the barn. Access code for the cabinet is provided by Emergency Services when called.
- 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.