1991
The Oakthorpe Colliery winding and headstock arrived at the site (this is now located outside the Wardens caravan). Also, the second Wardens caravan was purchased. Later in the year, the church was reopened.
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1981
The cabin was built at a cost of £11,000. Formally opened in May 1982.
1956
This was the first district camp at the site. Each group had to clear their own camping plot.
1990
The bottom carpark was constructed. Also, the “Go A Million Camp” was held where 699 people (from 17 groups) attended.
1999
The new toilet block in the courtyard was built.
1952
Central site purchased (3 acres) for 75 pounds and 15,000 dressed bricks bought from J.S.Plant Builders. Consisted of a derelict Hall, ruined coach house, stables, gatehouse, greenhouses, summer house and ice house.
1986
Pine woodlands (3.5 acres) was bought £3700. Also, the first Warden’s caravan was purchased.
