1956
This was the first district camp at the site. Each group had to clear their own camping plot.
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1971
The first Baden-Powell guild picnic was held.
2003
The original “www.willesley.org.uk” site went live.
1992
75 years of cub scouting celebration – the big trees on the main field were planted. Later in the year was the Willesley 40th anniversary camp – visited by Garth Morrison Chief Scout.
1994
LPG tank was installed. Then in August, the cabin used for the tuck shop was acquired. On the 2nd of October, Radio Leicester had a 2 hour broadcast about the site.
1990
The bottom carpark was constructed. Also, the “Go A Million Camp” was held where 699 people (from 17 groups) attended.
2004
The cabin kitchen was refurbished. Central heating was installed into the cabin.