Camp Site Directory

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On all camp sites there is no wood, living or dead, for burning or gadgets unless the landowner gives permission. Wood slivers (known as 'Scout wood') may be purchased from the saw mill. Apply to the Isle of Man Government, Department of Forestry, St. Johns, Douglas, Isle of Man.

Open sites allow fires and all sites have a water supply.

Ordnance Survey Map No.95 Isle of Man Scale 1:50,000
Isle of Man Government Map North & South Scale 1:25,000


1. Ballaspit, Patrick Road, St. Johns.
Grid Ref. SC 268 816
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A small site suitable for Patrol camps. Nearest bus route is at St. Johns, approximately 1km. from the campsite.

2. Ballawyllin Farm, Peel.
Grid Ref. SC 256 824
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Open fields suitable for Cubs and Scouts, on the main Douglas to Peel bus route.

3. Bishopscourt Farm, Kirk Michael
Grid Ref. SC 332 923
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A remote site suitable for Scouts, but not too far from the Ramsey to Peel bus route.

4. Dhoon Glen, Parish of Maughold.
Grid Ref. SC 457 868
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A small site with store room, toilets and showers. Easy access to the Manx Electric Railway(Dhoon Quarry Halt) and the Ramsey/Laxey/Douglas bus.

5. Glen Lough, Union Mills, near Douglas.
Grid Ref. SC 342 781
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A very popular site on the Douglas to Peel Road. Flush toilets and showers. Large open field on Douglas to Peel bus route. (Bus stops outside).

6. Glen Mona Village, Parish of Maughold.
Grid Ref. SC 453 888
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Small site near the village centre with a church hall on site. Site is near the Ramsey, Laxey and Douglas coast road on the main bus route. Easy access to the electric tram service. Village store and garage nearby.

7. Glen Wyllin, Kirk Michael.
Grid Ref: SC 312 904
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THIS SITE IS ONLY FOR VENTURE SCOUTS
Modern toilets, hot and cold showers, clothes washing facilities. Small shop on site. Furnished tents available on weekly terms. On the Ramsey to Peel bus route.

8. Lhergydhoo Farm, Peel.
Grid Ref: SC 280 848
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Remote site suitable for Scouts. No public transport nearby. Easy access to the moors and hills.

9. Santon Old School, School Lane, Santon.
Grid Ref: SC 315 726
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Camping area available if booked in conjunction the School. See listing under Indoor Accommodation. This site is not currently available

10. Crossags Camp Site and Activities Area, Lezayre, Ramsey.
Grid Ref: SC 442 936
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A 6½ acre field suitable for large camping groups. Facilities on site include toilets, showers and leaders meeting room in the log cabin. Good kitchen facilities. Wet weather accommodation available. Tents may be hired. Field for activities. Close to Ramsey town centre and woods. Easy access to moors and hills. Site is operated by The Open Gate Trust, a Manx Christian charity.

1. 1st. Douglas Scout Hall
Grid Ref: SC 376 758
Grid Ref: SC 376 758 Suitable for Cubs and Scouts and transit facilities. Kitchen facilities. Separate toilets, and washing rooms. Not suitable for mixed groups but has one leaders rooms. Close to town centre. Car parking beside hall.

2. 2nd Onchan Scout Hall
Grid Ref: SC 399 784
Suitable for Cubs, Scouts and Explorers. Large hall, large kitchen, seperate meeting room, Toilet and showers. On bus route. Ample car parking near by. Click here for further information.

3. 1st. Rushen Scout Hall
Grid Ref: SC 199 689
A suitable venue for mixed Cubs or younger Scouts. Kitchen, toilets and showers. Close to Port Erin village centre and beach. Easy access to buses and steam trains.

4. 1st. Ramsey Scout Hall
Grid Ref: SC 449 947
Small HQ ideal for Cubs or Scouts. Not suitable for mixed groups. Kitchen, toilets and small leaders room. Adjacent to Sulby River (tidal) and close to town centre, beach and Mooragh Park. Good bus and tram services nearby.

5.St. Matthews Church Hall, Douglas.
Grid Ref: SC 379 753
Lower hall contains kitchen and cooking facilities. The upper hall is used for sleeping accommodation. Suitable for mixed groups. Very close to town centre, bus and steam railway stations.

6. Marown Church Hall, Crosby.
Grid Ref: SC 327 794
Situated between Douglas and Peel. Main hall with kitchens and storerooms. Internal and external WCs. Not suitable for mixed groups. On the main Douglas to Peel bus route.

7. Santon Old School, Santon.
Grid Ref: SC 315 726
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Suitable for mixed groups. Separate toilet and washing facilities. Leaders rooms. On Douglas/Castletown/Port Erin bus route. Steam trains (Santon Halt) nearby. Outdoor camping space available adjacent to school building. Ideal for group a camp. This site is not currently available.

8. Trinity Church Hall, Douglas.
Grid Ref: SC 378 758
A large hall, kitchen and separate leaders room. Toilets and washing facilities. Suitable for mixed groups. Close to town centre and local shops nearby.

9. The Venture Centre, Lewaigue, Maughold.
Grid Ref: SC 469 921
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An outdoor activity centre in converted farm buildings. Residential activity courses and day adventure courses. Suitable for Scouts and older Cubs. Activities include canoeing, archery, abseiling, air rifle shooting, climbing, assault course, sailing and raft building. Close to the Manx Electric Railway (Lewaigue Halt). Bus stop for Ramsey, Laxey and Douglas bus approximately 1km.

10. Lewaigue Farm, Lewaigue, Maughold.
Grid Ref: SC 470 920
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Indoor converted barn with bunks. Kitchen and dining room. Games room. Adjacent to the Manx Electric Railway (Lewaigue Halt). Bus stop for Ramsey, Laxey, Douglas is approximately 1km.

11. Crossags Camp Site and Activity Area, Lezayre, Ramsey.
Grid Ref: SC 442 936
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Although primarily a camping site, the large log cabin would accommodate a small group (not mixed) in one room. Kitchen facilities, toilets and showers. Large covered veranda front and rear. Card phone (Manx Telecom cards only). See also entry under Camp Sites.


Bunkhouses:


A few Scout Groups on the Island have bunkhouses suitable for small groups, particularly for overnight expedition stays. These are generally situated in remote areas and have very basic facilities. Enquiries should be made to the appropriate Group Scout Leader.


1. 1st. Douglas Bunkhouse, East Baldwin.
Grid Ref: SC 367 823
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A basic one room bunkhouse set in the East Baldwin Valley. Close to the northern hills and Snaefell mountain.

2. 2nd. Onchan Bunkhouse, South Barrule Plantation.
Grid Ref: SC 275 768
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Watertrough Cottage is situated in the large plantation close to the Foxdale to Port Erin Road. Easy access to South Barrule and the southern moors. One large room, with a small kitchen area, three tiered sleeping platforms, which will sleep about 15. Area outside for hike tents.

3. 3rd. Peel Bunkhouse, Dalby Village.
Grid Ref: SC 220 781
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A two room cottage set in a long narrow garden in the centre of the village almost opposite the road to Niarbyl. Small kitchen and eating facilities. Bunk beds. The cottage is situated on the Millennium Way with excellent coastal walks.


Isle of Man Youth and Community Service:

The following establishments are run by the Isle of Man Government's Department of Education, Youth and Community Service. They are suitable for Manx groups after a preparatory visit by the group leader has been made with the warden.


1. Ardwhallin Outdoor Pursuits Centre, West Baldwin.
Grid Ref: SC 357 830
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Self-catering residential centre for outdoor activities, including orienteering and hiking. Easy access to the moors and hills. Close to Injebreck Reservoir and Colden Plantation. Ideal for weekend activities and pursuing the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme.

2. Eary Cushlin Youth Adventure Centre, near Dalby.
Grid Ref: SC 224 757
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A remote self-catering house suitable for small groups. Camp beds. Located above the western coastal cliffs not far from Cronk-ny-Arrey-Laa. Area suitable for hiking and other activities. Close to Kerroodhoo and Slieau Mooar Plantations. The area is exposed and the weather can be severe at times.

3. Bishopscourt Glen Cottage, Kirk Michael.
A basic single room shelter with no luxuries, situated on the west coast about a mile north of Kirk Michael. May be suitable for overnight stay by small expedition groups.

1. This Association has no transport for hire but has limited camping equipment which, if available, may be hired. Apply to the Island Quartermaster.

2. This Association does not negotiate terms with landowners. These are agreed between the landowner and the leader.

3. P.C. forms must be sent to the CAMP SITE SECRETARY not later than 28 days before the camp. Note: This form is also a requirement of MANX LAW. Programme of activities must be included, together with a cheque to cover the administration fee, as detailed on the PC form. Cheques to be made payable to 'The Scout Association - Isle of Man'.

4. An addressed envelope is always welcome but please leave it UNSTAMPED as only MANX stamps are valid on the Island.

5. Use only sites taken from the Scout Camp Site list. Local Authority sites are NOT TO BE USED.

6. Wood for fires must not be cut on site. Wood for burning and gadgets can be obtained from the Isle of Man Government, Forestry Department at St. Johns. Write for prices, quantities and delivery details. Cash with order. Pioneering timber can be supplied, if requested.

7. Details of sailings to and from the Isle of Man can be obtained from the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Limited, Sea Terminal, Douglas.

8. All hikes and expeditions onto the moors, hills and mountain must be properly supervised in accordance with the Scout Activity Authorisation Scheme. See P.O.R. Chapter 10. Copies of completed Route Plans should be sent to the Assistant Island Commissioner (Scouts).

9. All water activities must be supervised in accordance with the Activity Authorisation Scheme. See P.O.R. Chapter 10. Canoes and boats must have a valid boat certificate.

10. No tents may be erected on Manx National Trust land. When on over-night hikes, consult the O.S. map for these areas. If in doubt, seek local advice.

11. Consult your landowner about disposal of rubbish. Burn as much as you can. There is a Civic Amenity Area at the Point of Ayre (Ballacallow) where skips for rubbish are available. Most towns and villages have bottle recycling points.

12. FIREARMS or AIR PISTOLS MUST NOT be brought to, or obtained on, the Island. This also applies to CATAPULTS. Be strict over the use of knives, saws and axes. See also P.O.R. No knives to be carried off site.

13. Never change gas cylinders in enclosed spaces. Pitch store tents away from sleeping and kitchen areas. Pay particular attention to hygiene and the storage and preparation of food.

14. Water courses, streams and rivers must not be contaminated. It is advisable to boil all water taken from streams, etc.

15. At all times, observe and obey the Country and Highway Codes.

16. Lorries: Scouts must not travel in the back of lorries. The carrier must be properly insured for Scouts to travel in the cab. Manx Law will apply to all lorries on the Island's roads.

Coaches: Many of the Island's roads are inaccessible to large buses and coaches. Check itinerary before making arrangements for travel.






Please Note: All information contained in this directory is given for guidance and in good faith. Inevitably, changes will occur and users of this guide are advised to check appropriate contacts before making commitments. The Scout Association - Isle of Man cannot accept any responsibility for arrangements made with the owners of private land or their premises. If in doubt, seek local Scouting advice. Please remember that the PC form is a necessary requirement.