Rowen (Gwersyll Parc Mawr) - …

1 Conwy District Scout Camp Site Rowe n (Gwersyll Parc Mawr) Outdoor Leisure 17 Snowdonia and the Conwy Valley. 735 The site is about 2 acres or more in size and is made up of a split-level camping field and a camp building, which is in an elevated position overlooking the camping area. The whole site would be classed as being of a simple standard and being ideal for groups who wish to be self sufficient and camp independent of modern sophisticated facilities (back to basics). The camp field is big enough for at least four independent patrol camps, which could be quite separate from each other and each of these patrol areas has a picnic table seating six people.

2 There is usually a reasonable stock of wood on site with more to be collected nearby. On the plateau containing the camp building there is a campfire circle big enough to seat 20 or 30 people. The camp building contains very basic indoor facilities Hall contains o Table and chairs o Sleeping mats o Multifuel stove Kitchen o 2 x 4-ring/oven LPG cooker o Sink o Filtered drinking water tap Bunk room 1 o For 4 persons Bunk room 2 o For 2 persons Toilet o 3 cubicles/wash basin plus 1 urinal The multifuel stove burns wood and smokeless solid fuel (not supplied) The toilets and HQ building are wired for electric lights, but you must provide your own generator.

3 I f you wish to use this facility, contact the booking secretary for power output, location etc.. Booking and Fees Fees Exclusive use of whole site and building: - 40 per night. For small groups, our charges may be varied by arrangement. Booking conditions for hire of Conwy District Scouts Campsite & Campsite Facilities 1. The hirers are responsible for ensuring that all facilities used are left in a clean and tidy state. 2. All gas and water to be turned off on departure unless otherwise advised.

4 3. All rubbish to be removed from the site. Recycling facilities are available for glass, tin, bottles and paper adjacent to the community centre in Rowen and in the main Conwy town car park near the Castle when approaching Conwy from the camp site. 4. Before leaving the site ensure that all windows and doors are locked and close the gate behind you. 5. Vehicles to be parked immediately inside the camp entrance and along the track-way. Vehicles are not permitted on the field. 6. Report any damage to the booking secretary or any member of the service team (even if you did not do it) 7.

5 The following are not allowed on the site Fireworks, Firearms, Chinese Lanterns, Loud Music, or other amplified sounds. Remember this is rural Wales with sheep, cattle and countryside holiday makers. We have been at peace with our neighbours for over 75 years. 8. Conserve wood use only dead or fallen wood. Use wood appropriately. The adjacent woodlands are owned by the Woodland Trust and there are plenty of paths and trails to enjoy but No Woodcutting. 9. Litter sweep before departure. There should be no wood chippings, sweet papers or other rubbish and debris, which may damage the mowing machine.

6 10. Toilets when you use them please clean them. 11. Consider neighbours; keep noise to a minimum at night. 12. Cancellation should be notified to the booking secretary as soon as possible. 13. Hirers are responsible for the costs of any damages. 14. If you are including any unusual activity in your programme such as archery or similar, please advise the booking secretary as others may need to be informed. 15. The Management Team reserves the right to cancel bookings. 16. Hirers are responsible for their own equipment and the insurance thereof.

7 17. Please arrive after noon and depart before noon unless agreed otherwise by booking secretary. Directions At the mini roundabout in front of Conwy Castle, turn down the hill and through the narrow archway, B5105 signed Trefriw. Follow this road for miles and you will see a cream and brown building called The Groes Inn. Turn right immediately after the hotel and travel for miles. Turn right (note small tourist finger post signs for Fishing , Gwern Borter and Tyddyn Mawr . 100yds over a small bridge, then take the left-hand fork.)

8 Pass Gwern Borter Holiday Ac commodation and 200yds along the lane bends left. Immediately after the bend turn right up a narrow lane, pass the entrance to Tyddyn Mawr and 200yds up the lane, the site entrance is on the right. Bookings initial enquiries should be made via Mr John Barlow. Email: and confirmed by completing and posting the booking form below. Gwersyllt Parc Mawr Rowen Scout C amp Booking Form PLEASE COMPLETE YOUR DETAILS IN BLOCK C AP I T AL S Organisation Name of Responsible Person Address 1.

9 2. 3. 4. Post Code Telephone contact numbers 1. 2. Arrival day and date Approximate time Departure day and date Approximate time I agree to observe all booking conditions as laid out on the proceeding page Signature and date Cheques payable to Conwy District Scout Association The booking form and the deposit should be posted to: Mr J. Barlow 18 Bron Vardre Deganwy Conwy LL31 9UU