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Discover more about our mission, vision, and the dedicated team behind the camp.

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Safe and supportive environment

Skill Development

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What is Challenge 26?

Fun, Friendship and Adventure

Challenge 26 is our County Camp for Central Yorkshire Scouts, bringing together young people from across the area for a weekend of fun, friendship and adventure.

Connect as a County

It’s a chance to connect as a County, meet new people and celebrate everything that makes Scouting brilliant.

diverse range of youth-shaped activities

The camp will feature a diverse range of youth-shaped activities, chosen and shaped by young people themselves.

something for everyone

From outdoor challenges to creative workshops, there’ll be something for everyone — whatever your interests or experience.

safe and supportive environment

We’re creating a safe and supportive environment where young people can try new things, grow in confidence and make lasting memories.

giving it a go and having fun together

Whether you’re a Squirrel, Scout, Explorer or volunteer, Challenge 26 is all about giving it a go and having fun together.

Challenge Camp booking process

As a group, decide on a camp lead who can do the initial registration for interest to let us know you are coming. You'll be asked to make a £50 deposit for your group.

Booking

Though our easy booking system we will give section leaders full visibility into their young people during the booking process and give parents full ability to update their own records.

Camp Experience

Join us for three amazing days filled with activities, challenges, and fun.

Ticket Fees and Timelines

Ticket fees

Our ticket fees are as follows:

2-night participants £55

1-night (Saturday - Sunday) participants £50

Day visitor participant £35

Leaders: £10

when booking open

Firm bookings will open on 1st February 2026.

Extra costs

Cost includes all activities for participants, but does not include transport or food, for which Groups and Districts will add their own charges.

Join Us Today!

Get Ready for Adventure

Dive into an unforgettable experience in July 2026. Register for Challenge Camp today!

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Meet Our Team

James Nehaul

Camp Lead

Alison Fell

Deputy Camp Lead + Support Lead

Stuart Jolley

Finance

Andrew Gallivan

Programme Lead

Stephen Walker

Health, Safety, and Safeguarding

Angus Browne

Site Services

Current Vacancies

Staff Central Catering Lead

Could it be you? Get in touch

Staff Services

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Hear from Our Happy Campers

What Our Participants Say

“Had such a great time at Challenge 23 this weekend - so many great activities. These pics show his progression from Friday to Sunday - shattered is an understatement

So many committed volunteers making it all happen - lots of very happy kids

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Tessa C Happy Cub Parent

"Thank you very much for organising a fantastic Challenge 23. My son had an absolute blast, and we are so grateful to all the volunteers."

Catharine E

Excited Scout parent

"Thank you for the amazing weekend that has been organised for the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers this weekend. If most are like our son, they'll have talked about it all the way home and still be talking about it now."

Al F

Beaver parent

*Profile Pictures are representative and not previous participants

Welcome to Challenge Camp 2026

Friday July 10th - Sunday 12th, 2026