1970

Pine woodlands (3.5 acres) was bought £3700. Also, the first Warden’s caravan was purchased.

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.

First generator installed – Lister 1.5 KVA.

This was the first district camp at the site. Each group had to clear their own camping plot.

2 Refurbished bells re-hung in bell tower. Then, on the 25th of April, the climbing tower was erected.