Unit visits outdoors 2021
Main Site
Whilst we are not able to open Deer Park in full, we are pleased to be able to reopen the Main Site outdoor space for outdoor meetings for Girlguiding groups. We can accommodate up to three groups at a time, appropriately distanced on the main site, one group on each of the regular camping pitches; near, middle and far pitches from the main buildings.
We have been busy putting together plans to ensure that we are Covid secure and full details can be found in the documents linked below.
We've also been awarded the 'We're Good To Go' industry standard for tourism from Visit England.
Whilst we are not able to open Deer Park in full, we are pleased to be able to reopen the Main Site outdoor space for outdoor meetings for Girlguiding groups. We can accommodate up to three groups at a time, appropriately distanced on the main site, one group on each of the regular camping pitches; near, middle and far pitches from the main buildings.
We have been busy putting together plans to ensure that we are Covid secure and full details can be found in the documents linked below.
We've also been awarded the 'We're Good To Go' industry standard for tourism from Visit England.
How are we staying Covid Secure?
Use of the outdoor space during Covid-19 includes sole use of one toilet for your group and an outdoor space appropriately distanced from the other spaces used by other groups.
Unit Checklists and Risk Assessments - Girlguiding recently brought in a new system of paperwork for units to be able to meet outdoors which needs to be signed off by the local commissioner. This paperwork, once approved, needs to be shared with the Centre Manager at least 24 hours prior to your visit. No paperwork = no visit.
Maximum Group sizes - Units need to follow the Girlguiding and National Youth Agency guidelines which currently allow up to 15 young members (girls and Young Leaders) in any one 'bubble' plus their adult volunteers. A unit may book more than one bubble to visit Deer Park at the same time, however each bubble must operate independently with its own Leaders, first aider, equipment, etc.
Access to toilets - Use of the outdoor space during Covid-19 includes sole use of one toilet for your group. The main toilet block can be split into three separate areas with one group using the toilet in the shower side of the building, and the main toilet side being split into two sections by locking the central door and using the access from each end. Only one toilet will be operational in each area to help us keep cleaning manageable. Leaders will need to decide how they will manage their group if more than one girl needs to use the facilities during your visit. These facilities are sanitised in between each group visit. All groups should clean hygienically as they use the facility. Cleaning materials will be supplied.
Members of all units visiting the Centre are expected to maintain good social distancing practice and good hand hygiene standards in line with government guidance.
Use of the outdoor space during Covid-19 includes sole use of one toilet for your group and an outdoor space appropriately distanced from the other spaces used by other groups.
Unit Checklists and Risk Assessments - Girlguiding recently brought in a new system of paperwork for units to be able to meet outdoors which needs to be signed off by the local commissioner. This paperwork, once approved, needs to be shared with the Centre Manager at least 24 hours prior to your visit. No paperwork = no visit.
Maximum Group sizes - Units need to follow the Girlguiding and National Youth Agency guidelines which currently allow up to 15 young members (girls and Young Leaders) in any one 'bubble' plus their adult volunteers. A unit may book more than one bubble to visit Deer Park at the same time, however each bubble must operate independently with its own Leaders, first aider, equipment, etc.
Access to toilets - Use of the outdoor space during Covid-19 includes sole use of one toilet for your group. The main toilet block can be split into three separate areas with one group using the toilet in the shower side of the building, and the main toilet side being split into two sections by locking the central door and using the access from each end. Only one toilet will be operational in each area to help us keep cleaning manageable. Leaders will need to decide how they will manage their group if more than one girl needs to use the facilities during your visit. These facilities are sanitised in between each group visit. All groups should clean hygienically as they use the facility. Cleaning materials will be supplied.
Members of all units visiting the Centre are expected to maintain good social distancing practice and good hand hygiene standards in line with government guidance.
Prices & booking conditions
Unit visit fees are £20 per booking per morning, afternoon or evening session and bookings can be made by email to deerpark@girlguidingglos.org.uk
Full booking terms & conditions for Unit Visits 2021 can be found in a PDF document via the link below. Risk Assessment last updated 5th August 2021.
Unit visit fees are £20 per booking per morning, afternoon or evening session and bookings can be made by email to deerpark@girlguidingglos.org.uk
Full booking terms & conditions for Unit Visits 2021 can be found in a PDF document via the link below. Risk Assessment last updated 5th August 2021.
Photo Gallery
To give you an idea of how the Centre has been set out ready for your visits, here are a few photos taken of the main site.
To give you an idea of how the Centre has been set out ready for your visits, here are a few photos taken of the main site.
