BIG Peaky Weekender 2024 (Camping)
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We are very excited to be running BIG Peaky Weekender again this year!
There are three accommodation options for this event:
This weekend is a celebration of all things outdoors. This outdoor centre is perfectly located in the heart of the Peak District for walking, cycling, mountain biking, climbing, and watersports - it's a perfect venue in so many ways!
In terms of evening entertainment, this event will be a relaxed affair. We'll have our bar-in-a-teepee again of course, but rather than a late night disco, it's more about having a space to chat, catch up with old and new friends, and maybe even play a few games!
OutdoorLads will have exclusive use of the site, designed for large groups like ours. You can be sure that everybody you meet over the weekend will be an OutdoorLad or a member of staff at the venue.
You can do as much or as little as you desire over the weekend (but we do advise you to get stuck in!).
Events
We're planning a wide variety of events over the weekend. The event is ideally located for walks, cycling, trad/sport climbing, water sports, and even a brewery tour. Of course you may just choose a less vigorous option and go and visit a local National Trust property or do some other touristing. Check back here closer to the event date for the full list of events!
All meeting points are in the sheltered area near the large tepee / bar, where you will also sign in to the event.
The area will be well signposted when you arrive.
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Food
No food is included in the event price - but free tea, coffee and squash is provided (please bring your own mug for hot drinks, even for those in the hostel.)
If you're camping, you're obviously welcome to bring and cook your own food on your camping stove / BBQ, but these must be raised off the grass. Those in the hostel can use the self-catering kitchens, but must clean up after yourselves. For a reasonable cost, you can also book some or all of your meals to avoid the faff of cooking. Check back here closer to the event date to book!
Dogs: This event is not suitable for dogs.
Campervans, caravans, motorhomes: Due to the venues restrictions, we are unable to accept campervans, caravans and motorhomes.
Images: Aerial shots kindly supplied by and used with permission from Will Allaway. Other photos taken by and used with permission from OutdoorLads Members.
IMPORTANT! - Participation Statement
You MUST complete a Participation Statement in addition to booking your event space before attending an OutdoorLads event. You only need to complete this Participation Statement once, not for each event you attend.
What to bring
If you haven’t been camping since you were in the Scouts here is what you need. If it’s your first trip you are likely to want to get away with the bare minimum.
- Tents start off relatively cheap but as they say you get what you pay for. These tend to start from £10 upwards (‘festival tents’) that are light and do the job – but only just. You may find that they leak, break or blow away.
- A thin foam ‘carry mat’ is good to sleep on (under £10) and you can use your clothes to make a pillow. Or if you have the room places like Tesco often sell air beds that cost as little as a fiver.
- Don’t forget you will need something to sleep in. You can buy a sleeping bag from as little as a tenner. This will tend to be thin but will do the job at most summer camps. At camps later in the year you will want something warmer though.
- Some places such as Argos/ASDA sell camping sets where you can buy a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat and a lamp for approx. £50-£60.
- If you have friends that camp you may find it beneficial to talk to them first and they may even lend you some kit.
- You can easily beg a cup of tea from more seasoned campers on the campsite – but it helps if you have a cup, and don’t forget a plastic glass if you like your wine! If you are coming by car, a folding chair (£10) is great. As you may be sitting outside late into the evening. Some proper warm clothing always comes in handy – even in the summer. Don’t forget a torch, or you may never make it back to your tent. Finally, ear plugs are always a great idea.
Once you have been once or twice you will know what kit you need to be able to cook a full English breakfast and host a party for 8 in your tent. Until then the above basics will see you right.
The above information will help you with the camp its self, depending on the activities you choose to do you may need to bring further kit. However its worth noting that any of the activities where special kit is need it will be provided, in most cases all you will need is walking boots, clothes, and a small back-pack (bring a few changes of clothes and footwear).
Food & drink
If you plan to cook for yourself, please ensure stoves and BBQs are kept raised off the grass so as not to damage it. Campfires are not permitted at this campsite.
If you don't fancy the hassle of campsite catering, you can book some or all of your meals for the weekend with us! Links to book will be added in due course to the main description of the event, above.
Tea and coffee will be available free of charge all weekend on a self service basis - please bring your own mug!
The bar will be open from the afternoon onwards for your use.
If you're camping, you're obviously welcome to bring and cook your own food on your camping stove / BBQ, but these must be raised off the grass. Those in the hostel can use the self-catering kitchens, but must clean up after yourselves. For a reasonable cost, you can also book some or all of your meals to avoid the faff of cooking.
Catered meals: Please pre-book so we know what numbers we are catering for!:
Friday night dinner - jacket potatoes
Saturday evening - vegan lasagne
Saturday evening - meat macaroni cheese