1953

Cub 50th anniversary plantation set around pond.

Mains electricity was connected to the site. The gatehouse was also erected.

Using funds donated by the Alex Grose Memorial Fund, the double zip wire was constructed.

The gatehouse was formally opened by the Duke of Rutland. Also on the 10th of March, the bottom field was purchased for £70.

The chlorination plant was fitted.

The campsite website (www.willesley.org.uk) was redesigned and relaunched by Jonathan Ince.