Risk Assessment and Safety

Visitors are expected to act responsibly and in line with the values of Girlguiding. Any unsuitable behaviour will result in visitors being asked to leave and may result in those groups not being permitted to visit again.

Download our general site risk assessment and Schools Fire Use Policy here.

Activity risk assessments can be found on the activities page.

Girlguiding groups

Girlguiding groups are required to follow the organisations rules regarding risk assessment, permission, approval and ratios etc when visiting the site.

Any GGME groups wishing o use the site but requiring more support with these processes please do contact us.

We know that some units struggle to access adults with residential qualifications, if you want to run a residential but need support with this please speak with your residential adviser or contact us as we maybe able to help.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a coach to drop off at the site?

The access road to the site is narrow and so we ask coach parties to be dropped off on the main road and walk down to the site. 

Groups wishing to travel by large vehicle (minus or larger) should contact us as early in your planning process as possible to so we can assist with making your arrival and departure seamless. 

Can I book activities during my stay?

Self-led activities may be added during the stay, based on availability of resources and the Warden to provide access to the activity area. Instructor-led activities must be booked in advance of the visit to ensure that the instructors are available. 

What first aid provision is available?

Groups visiting the site should follow their organisations requirements for first aid. The responsibility for delivering first aid sits with the group. The site does have basic first aid kits in each buildings in case of emergency but groups should provide their own first aid equipment. The site also has an AED on the outside of watersend.