1977

Camper toilet block was built at a cost of £4000. Second generator was also installed.

The Oakthorpe Colliery winding and headstock arrived at the site (this is now located outside the Wardens caravan). Also, the second Wardens caravan was purchased. Later in the year, the church was reopened.

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

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

First generator installed – Lister 1.5 KVA.

Central site purchased (3 acres) for 75 pounds and 15,000 dressed bricks bought from J.S.Plant Builders. Consisted of a derelict Hall, ruined coach house, stables, gatehouse, greenhouses, summer house and ice house.