1956
This was the first district camp at the site. Each group had to clear their own camping plot.
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1977
Old wood was purchased (near the campfire circle). 1.48 acres for 350 pounds.
2002
The gatehouse kitchen was refurbished.
2003
The original “www.willesley.org.uk” site went live.
1994
LPG tank was installed. Then in August, the cabin used for the tuck shop was acquired. On the 2nd of October, Radio Leicester had a 2 hour broadcast about the site.
1992
75 years of cub scouting celebration – the big trees on the main field were planted. Later in the year was the Willesley 40th anniversary camp – visited by Garth Morrison Chief Scout.
2014
The campsite website (www.willesley.org.uk) was redesigned and relaunched by Jonathan Ince.
