Douglaswood Scout Centre
Douglaswood Scout Centre
Douglaswood Scout Centre is a spacious campsite and residential outdoor centre nestled in the heart of Angus, Scotland, approximately 9 miles from Dundee city centre just off the B978, near Downiemoor Burn.
Run as a registered charity, it caters primarily to Scout groups and youth organisations seeking outdoor adventure.
The site can accommodate over 300 campers and includes toilet and shower blocks, shared refrigeration facilities, and bookable outdoor activity space.
Residential accommodation is available across several buildings, including Carolina Lodge and the Larg Centre, each sleeping around 30 or more guests with kitchen and dining facilities, plus a small log cabin with a wood-burning stove.
Activities on and around the site include zip-lining, archery, crate climbing, orienteering, and use of a mobile climbing wall, with water-based activities available at nearby Dundee facilities.
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