1966

Gate house reconstructed, with kitchen and troop room, stairs and upstairs wardens room.

First generator installed – Lister 1.5 KVA.

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

The bottom carpark was constructed. Also, the “Go A Million Camp” was held where 699 people (from 17 groups) attended.

The karting track was completed; also, the old water tank was dug out to form the pot-holing activity. Archery and the spiders frame were also introduced to the site. In May, the bouldering wall was completed. Following the activities being installed, there was the centenary camp where 731 campers attended.

The old toilet block was converted into the rifle range.