http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/rss/rss.php Blackhills Campsite News Feed en Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:33:58 +0100 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:33:58 +0100 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss RSS Class coded by Adam Casey communications@blackhillscampsite.org.uk(Andrew Flatters) communications@blackhillscampsite.org.uk(Andrew Flatters) Copyright Blackhills Scout Campsite 2009 We regret but as a private Scout Campsite, we are unable to accept bookings from the public..... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=27 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:02:03 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=27 ALL firebases have suffered from over use and more importantly abuse from extremely large fires, i.e. pallet on pallet is not a campfire !!!!.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=24 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=24 We’ve got a list, I know another !!!! Its got lots of jobs on it, BIG and small, from a couple of hours to a couple of days, can you or your Group help ??? Please ring Wendy Flatters for details of whats still to do. Thanks..... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=26 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=26 Formally Creosoting but name change to protect the health and safety regulations..... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=25 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=25 This area has now moved to the near left of the gate into the car park and has been screened with fencing, the other ‘ small ‘ mound was disturbed by JCB on Saturday 1st, and dully wheel barrowed to cover an exposed pipe and the rest scattered to level the area. The is possibility that this area will be used during Spring Bank camp..... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=23 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=23 Phil L. is currently rebuilding the walls, the part to the right as you enter is done ( Looks great ) now the left hand side, replacing the fence. The wall will include the Letter box for the post ( If arranged : keys please will continue to be dropped in block house letter box ) Once completed we will be padlocking the gate with a digital padlock chained to the gate post. The combination will be available upon request and hopefully shouldn’t change. Your co-operation please in closing the main.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=22 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=22 The building control documents have bee lodged with Bradford Metropolitan District Council this week, after scrutiny it is hoped to commence work on the central area using a contractor in the very near future. We hope that this area will be completed before Spring bank, and thereafter work using volunteers we can commence on the interiors, any help please ? Names to John Reynolds. Initially work on the wardens accommodation, this will then allow removal of the caravan from site. ( Anyone know of.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=21 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=21 The block is currently built and in the final throws of completion, , the next phase will be installation of sanitary ware, boiler etc. We fully expect to be operational by Spring Bank week-end for the County Camp. The old block is in the process of being removed, this will be completed during week-end 8th and 9th May. We shall be helping the environment by re-using roofing, cladding and panels on the 3rd Block which will be converted to a shelter for use throughout the year. Any hard core will.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=20 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=20 County Camp on Saturday 29th over to 30th May, invitation only through own respective District, centrally catered, special guests, light camping. A full day of activities over 6 zones on the Sunday, a chance to camp over Sunday or rest of week through the usual prices and booking channels ( 0845 094 8894 ).... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=19 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=19 We are having a combined Hog Roast and social on Saturday 22nd May at 5.00 p.m. onwards, a thanks to wardens and all others whom help with the site, or hopefully anyone new wanting to help on site. Admission by ticket from Eric Chapman or Wendy Flatters at a princely price of £2.00 this gets you your hog roast and 1st drink at the bar. SORRY over 18’s for this one, free camping available and a breakkie bap etc. available on Sunday for a small charge. Come along and have some fun !!.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=18 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=18 A great morning was had by all, colonies and packs from around the County attended from 10.0 a.m. over 150 young people took part in the ‘ hunt ‘ for 50 eggs which the Easter Bunny had hidden around the site, once found the lucky youngster went to register their find with Jacqueline and Wendy so they could receive a ‘Chocolate Egg’ later. After the ‘ hunt ‘ we had a GIANT egg and spoon race over an obstacle course kindly set up by Colin, Keith and friends from the County Survival team. After ove.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=17 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=17 Open to Beaver Scouts and Cub Scouts, to be held 10.30 a.m. SUNDAY MARCH 28th 2010, please pre-register with our Booking Secretary Jacqueline on 0845 094 8894 ( Free to full paying BT landlines ). This year will follow similar format to last, on arrival after 10.00 but before 10.30, please register with our event control, you’ll need a team name, so decide on this before the day. Eggs will be hidden for you to find as individuals around a set area of the site and then an obstacle course for tea.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=16 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:01:07 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=16 Work started recently on the newly acquired Warden / Junior Crew Building, the plans were approved by Bradford Council on 5th January 2010, this fabulous opportunity, thanks to extensive plans by our ‘ in house architect ‘ Gary Sorsby, ex D.C. and great supporter of Scouting and Blackhills, will give us a replacement permanent facility for wardens and families with extensive lounge, walk-in kitchen,
two bedrooms sleeping 2 & 2 and a full sized bathroom. There will be an office/meeting room av.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=15 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:01:07 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=15 Work started on Thursday February 18th on a replacement toilet block, situated to front of the existing block in the centre of the woodland campsites. Designed to complement the main toilet block (situated near the buildings) This block will be completed by Easter and will include hot and cold running water, 3 male and 3 female W.C.’s with sufficient washbasins, the design allows for male and female single W.C. with washbasin to be available when the site has lesser usage. It will be available S.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=14 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:01:07 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=14 2010 sees reduced rates for Scout and Guide usage, we will be offering our week-end rates at £120.00, this for a building complete with toilets, showers, bunked dormitories represents JUST £3.75 per person per night. Our buildings also give comfortable seating, professional standard catering kitchen and a nice warm atmosphere.

During January we suffered from a break in, so as part of our improvements 4 extra radiators have been installed into bedrooms, and the washing and showing facilities.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=13 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:01:07 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=13 We have now updated the prices for 2010 on our website. All downloads are now available for the new price lists for Scouts, Guides and other organisations (At different price to Scouts & Guides).

If you are planning a visit to Blackhills feel free to download our brochure which contains all the details of the campsite from what activities we provide to maps of the Huts that you can rent so you know that your needs will be met.

If you have any requests please contact our Booking Secretary.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=12 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 03:01:08 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=12 After very , very wet week, a 'gang' of willing helpers, built this years bonfire, erected gazebos and went shopping for food and fireworks.

A number of staff collected their new corporate clothing, if you haven't got yours yet, contact John R. Eric C. to arrange.

The gates opened (officially ) at 6.00 p.m. but a few folk did come earlier.
Everyone was 'car parked' in the top field under direction of Terry L. and both Districts Explorer Scouts units , only one or two mishaps ensued..... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=11 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 19:01:04 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=11 Blackhills is now discounting the Grimley building through to
Christmas 2009 to £100 per weekend. There are only a few weekends left to book so get your bookings to Jacqueline Craven (Booking Secretary) before you miss this great offer on 0845 094 8894.

THIS DEAL HAS NOW ENDED.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=10 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 19:02:03 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=10 This year‘s Blackhills Bonfire is on Saturday 7th of November, gates open at 6.00PM.
Parking is available by direction of our stewards on the night.

As this is a Scout Family Event, please wear your neckerchiefs! Invitations can be applied for non-uniform members.
Admission for this year‘s event is £1 per person (Under 6‘s Free).

The food on offer this year is Burgers, Hot Dogs, and Pie and Peas with a cost of £1.50.
Other food on offer will be a Hog Roa.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=9 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 05:01:02 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=9 We have performed some site updates recently this includes the all-new integration with Twitter and Facebook. You can now comment on News topics with your views with linking this to your Facebook account or even if you do not have Facebook you can still use this feature just enter your name. If you are on Twitter you can also read all the latest news of what is happening at Blackhills at https://twitter.com/blackhillscamp So check us out and leave your comments and views on this topic!.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=8 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 06:01:03 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=8 During May this year, Blackhills Scout Campsite were kindly offered by Headman Construction, of Lindley. Huddersfield, 2 classrooms, free, from Burniston Primary School in Bedale, North Yorkshire.

During early July, we organised ground works courtesy of R.Buntons at an extremely beneficial price and removal and re-erection by Messrs S.J. Stanberry, again at a beneficial price, however this does mean that these costs alone amount to £11,800.00

After some discussions and kind advice.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=7 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 12:00:00 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=7 Survival Camp 2009 was held at Blackhills campsite over the weekend 10-12 July.

A total of 101 scouts attended camp, supported by 34 leaders. The camp offers scouts the opportunity to both learn and practice skills seldom available on troop nights.

These activities included: Shelter building, Coconut mugs, Rabbit, Wood pigeon, Maggots, Fish, Navigation, Flint & steel, Squirrel, Eyeballs, Cheese making, Fire lighting, Water purification, Edible plants and Craft activities.

All meals we.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=6 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 15:00:09 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=6 The wait is now over the new website has arrived! So Welcome to the new Blackhills website which will allow you to use many features including, galleries, news feed, interactive map, information about Blackhills, price guides and many downloads which will be useful for when you are planning a stay at Blackhills Campsite. Please fill in the form below and tell us what you think of the new website.

Tell us what you think.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=5 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 10:01:08 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=5 Blackhills now has an Official Facebook ‘Page’, if you become a ‘Fan’ of Blackhills Campsite on Facebook this will allow you to see all the latest news and events happening at Blackhills! So join today using the stream below or check the Contact us page for all the latest updates from our Facebook page..... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=4 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 10:01:04 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=4 Survival Camp 2009 will be held at Blackhills campsite over the period 10th-12th July 2009

The flyer and all booking forms for this years camp are available now on WYSMAIL - Sunday 05 April edition

BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

On Survival Camp 2009 Scouts & Guides will amongst other things:

Build shelters
Light fires
Gather and purify water
Make Coconut mugs
Make Flint & Steels
Cook over open fires
Cook Wood pigeons, rabbits, worms, maggots, woodlice
Make Camp stools.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=3 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 01:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=3 Blackhills annual Easter Egg Hunt took place on a bright and sunny morning on the 5th April.

75 Beavers and Cubs from around the County registered to take part, they were welcomed onto the campsite by Giant Cut out penguins showing the way.

Once we had the registrations the Egg hunt got under way, the Beavers and Cubs searched the site looking for a plastic egg, which they could then later exchange for a chocolate egg, in addition five lucky Beavers or Cubs found a golden bunny.

Once al.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=2 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:01:01 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=2 Once again Blackhills hosted their annual bonfire night on Saturday 1st November. Once again, it was a "FREE" Event as we continue to offer BOGOF at the campsite, which will continue into next year 2009 with Camping on offer at pay for one night and get next night FREE.

The Firework Bonanza and Bonfire attracted many Scouts and their families from all over the County. Over 350 people attended to watch the sky fill out with "Big Bangs" and Explosions of Spectacular Fireworks.

Many Food dish.... http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=1 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 05:01:02 +0000 http://blackhillscampsite.org.uk/index.php?page=News&News_ID=1