Built in 1709, Bibbys Farm was purchased by the Bolton Scout Trust in March 2001 and opened as a Scout Campsite & Activity Centre in May 2005.

Located within easy reach of the West Pennine Moors, the centre provides access to a wide range of outdoor and indoor activities which are suitable for all ages and abilities.

Feel free to browse around our website, discover how to tailor a visit. have a look at the activities and accomodation on offer and catch up on the latest campsite news.

Since the official opening in May 2005 the campsite has maintained a regular stream of advance bookings for the buildings, and during 2007 hosted two very large camps - 1000 attendees for both the Warrington District camp in September and the Greater Manchester North County Centenary camp in May.

Both camps tested the facilities of the site and we were very pleased to say that the site performed well despite being struck by the wettest summer on record in the same year!

Campsite news

07/03/09 - 2009 Activity Programme is now online
Please take a look at our 2009 Programme! 5 events for all ages of Scouts and Guides have been arranged this year, running from March to October 2009. To download the programme, click here.

Bedrooms are filling up fast!

26/01/09 - Indoor Accomodation availability
We are pleased to say that we are down to our last few available weekends for Indoor Accomodation this year. If you haven't already booked your Summer Camp this year, then email us for availability. Mid-week and campsite bookings continue to be accepted where available.

01/01/09 - Canadian Canoes
New for 2009: In addition to our fleet of Kayaks, we have now added 4 open-top Canadian Canoes which are available for use on our reservoir; contact us for more information.

April 2009 - Pike View Hike
For the 5th year running, Bibbys Farm will be hosting the 8th annual Pike View Hike competition which is open to Cubs, Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Brownies and Guides. For more information visit their website.