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We’ve got loads of activities you can run, and equipment you can use with your group while you’re at Whiteley Woods OAC. We now have a brand new brochure with lots of information about our self-led activities. There’s equipment and facilities you can hire and also plenty of sports, games and play equipment that you…

We are excited to offer a wreath making event this November, when you will be guided through the process by our skilled florist. All materials provided, including fresh foliage and seasonal trimmings. Choose from two sessions – 10.0 to 12.30 or 1.30 to 4 p.m. Cost is £30 with a hot drink and mince pie…

Our Summer 24 newsletter is out now. Read and subscribe here! (and find out about the very important new thing we have on site that BeaG the bear has been inspecting)

We are having some technical issues with the online calendar which shows availability for our campsites and residential buildings so it is currently not available to view. If you are interested in making a booking please contact the office to check availability for you chosen dates. Our email address is oac@girlguidingsheffield.org.uk.

We welcomed lots of people to our Open Day on Saturday, including Radio Sheffield presenter Ellie Colton who stayed here when she was younger! She had a great time sharing her memories of her trips (and getting told off for talking to much), with the Guides and Rangers from 186th Burngreave and 39th Wisewood who…

It’s been a very busy start to the year here at Whiteley Woods. Our Spring newsletter is now out and you can read it here. (If you like to spend you time going down internet rabbit holes then all our previous newsletters are available to read too!) Make sure you never miss an issue by…

We’ve got some great new accommodation and accessible shower room facilities at Whiteley Woods and we’d love you to come and have a look. We’re having an Open Day on May 11th.  There will be 2 drop in sessions (9.30-12 and 2-4).  RSVP through the link below by May 4th (we recommend booking asap as…

We are recruiting a manager to head up our team. This role is at the heart of our Centre. You will be responsible for the day to day running of WWOAC and act as caretaker. To fulfil your caretaking role, you will live on site in a 3 bedroom cottage rent free, but you will…

Whiteley Woods OAC has a great opportunity for the right person to support our amazing Centre. We are looking to recruit a resident caretaker to live in one of our cottages on site. The role is unpaid but you (with partner and family if appropriate) will not pay rent for the onsite three bedroom cottage,…

Come and join us for our outdoor skills training day on Saturday 24 February 2024. From beginners’ fire-lighting to advanced backwoods cooking, whittling, shelter building, having a go at archery and much more, this is a training day that caters for all Scout and Girlguiding leaders who want to facilitate fun in the outdoors! We…