site developments
Ferny Crofts is committed to providing a high quality, memorable experience for all who stay on site. In order to achieve this we value any feedback that is provided from our guests in order to help us improve the site and the facilities that we offer. We also aim to add a new activity to site every year to offer new experiences to returning customers.
New Pond Steps - September 2024
We added access steps to our pond!
Having these shall enable water activity participants to exit the pond straight onto the bank, instead of having to cross the pond to exit via the beach.
Car Park - September 2024
To try maximise the space in our car park, our facilities team have added in new group parking bays, done some ground maintenance and added new bay dividers.
Tented Village Improvements - August 2024
To improve the Tented Village area, and to ensure it can be enjoyed year after year, we invested in all new Bell Tents and bases!
Repainted Small Tower - July 2024
In July we repainted our Small Tower to keep it looking at its best ahead of another busy summer.
New Pizza Oven - June 2024
To keep up with the high popularity of our Pizza Oven facilities, and in order to keep our facilities at their highest standards, we replaced our Pizza Oven in the Quiet Area.
This can be booked as a Self-Led or Instructed Activity.
*New activity* - Low Ropes - June 2024
Our newest activity!
In June 2024 we completed works on our new Low Ropes Course, designed by our Activities Team.
Offered as Instructed or Self-Led*.
*Self-Led only offered to Scout Groups
Wi-fi boost - June 2024
We have upgraded our Wi-Fi system to ensure that it is more reliable, can reach further across the campsite and is much faster!
Pizza Oven Improvements - June 2023
After listening to customer feedback, we have carried out works to improve our second Pizza Oven.
We have added an undercover shelter and benches to add comfort and to ensure groups get the most out of this area.
Marquee - May 2023
We have upgraded our old Gala Tents to a new marquee providing much more space for your groups and a much sturdier structure.
Available to hire in sections, the marquee comes equipped with tables and benches and can be used for dining, indoor activities and escaping the wet weather in winter.
The marquee was generously donated to us by New Forest Trust.
Field Kitchen - May 2023
Want to camp but still eat a home cooked meal? Our new Field Kitchen, designed and built by the Ferny Crofts team, may be the perfect addition to your camp!
Our new, fully equipped container kitchen will enhance your outdoor cooking experience. This container kitchen will make meal preparation at the campsite more efficient and enjoyable, allowing you to focus on the beauty of nature and the joy of cooking outdoors.
Tunnelling - July 2022
In July 2022 we had the grand unveiling of our new Tunnelling Bus at the Hampshire Scouts Annual AGM hosted at Ferny Crofts.
This is an exciting new instructed activity which will test your group's bravery and teamwork.
Designed and built by the Ferny Crofts team, we know you will love this activity as much as we do!
Crossbow Shooting - November 2021
Another exciting new activity introduced at Ferny Crofts!
In November 2021 we introduced Crossbow Shooting to our ever growing activity availability. Fancy trying something new, give Crossbow Shooting a go!
Mobile Climbing Wall - April 2021
We purchased our Mobile Climbing Wall so that we are able to bring Ferny Crofts to you!
We have been to many great events with our climbing tower and made great use of it at Ferny Crofts events too. If you are looking for some excitement at your next event or Scout camp, look no further!
High ropes- April 2019
The new High Ropes course replaces our previous course of wooden pole and cable construction which had come to the end of its 10 year lifespan. The new course is constructed of
steel, giving a much longer lifespan of 25 years, making it more cost-effective.
The course was designed by the Ferny Crofts team to be bespoke to our needs, providing a significant increase in the number of activities offered, and the option to extend the course in the future if demand increases.
In designing our new activities the focus was on providing a range of developmental activities, ensuring that they are not only fun but also enable young people to achieve learning outcomes such as teamwork, leadership and communication skills.
From concept to completion, the project took 12 months, involving consultations with Ferny Crofts staff, young people and their Leaders, and made possible thanks to collaboration with a number of professionals in the fields of design and engineering.
The new High Ropes course provides four brand new activities,
along with increasing capacity of tried and tested activities from the old High Ropes course.
With this course we have added these great new activities:
• Quick Jump
• Wobbly Pole
• Abseiling
• Jacob’s Ladder
We have also added a second element of the following activities:
• Crate Stack
• Gladiator Challenge
• Leap of Faith