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From Christmas games and campfire carols to exciting activities and a visit from Father Christmas, there\u0027s plenty to spark holiday cheer.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you\u0027re starting a new festive tradition or returning for another year of Christmas magic, join us for a weekend filled with adventure, laughter and unforgettable memories in the great outdoors.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EExpect festive fun, outdoor adventures and plenty of Christmas spirit.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#ffffff","title":"Make this festive season one to remember with a magical Christmas adventure at Gilwell Park.","image":"/media/pobopfey/web-assets_tsa-web-graphic.png?width=800\u0026height=450\u0026v=1dd441ba3279930","imageFocus":"","imageId":91182,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"callToAction","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","buttonText":"Book Christmas Cracker at Gilwell Park","buttonLink":{"name":null,"id":null,"url":"https://scouts.eventsair.com/christmas-cracker-gilwell-park/leaderreg","newWindow":false,"target":"_blank"},"colour":{"value":null,"label":null},"alignment":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EAttending Christmas Cracker:\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EFriday 11th \u2013 Sunday 13th December 2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EGilwell Park, Bury Road, Chingford, London E4 7QW\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Date and location"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EFor Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Rainbows, Brownies and Gudies.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Who is it for?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EYoung person:\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EYoung person weekend catered: \u00A388 per person\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EYoung person weekend self\u2013catered: \u00A359 per person\u003Cbr\u003EYoung Person Saturday day ticket: \u00A335 per person\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAdults:\u003Cbr\u003EAdult Weekend catered: \u00A326 per person\u003Cbr\u003EAdult weekend self-catered: Free of charge\u003Cbr\u003EAdult Saturday day ticket: Free of charge\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAdd on Christmas Roast Meal (add on for day tickets only): \u00A35 per person\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWeekend tickets include two nights lodge accommodation.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECatered tickets include all meals from Saturday Breakfast to Sunday Lunch.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease note:\u003Cbr\u003E- Please book early to avoid disappointment.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E- No VAT is charged on event bookings for Girlguiding members.\u003Cbr\u003E- Individual bookings are not available - young people must attend with an organised group.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Pricing and booking"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EIndoor lodge accommodation is included with all tickets. 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We\u0027re not able to provide for preferences or tastes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere is a special Christmas meal on Saturday, which can be purchased separately if you choose to self cater.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Catering"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003ECheck-in will be located at Scout Adventures Reception, open from 5pm on Friday.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EOnly your group leader needs to come to check in. You must check in as soon as you arrive and before starting any activities.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EIf you have an outstanding balance on your booking, please be ready to pay by card or cash. 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