Ken's Den
Ken’s Den is a self-contained small village consisting of two log cabins, a shelter with catering facilities, campfire with seating, round picnic tables and camping area. The indoor facilities can accommodate 22 persons. It is located on the right hand side of the main field behind the Blair Barn.
The cabin
- Sleeps 10 persons on bunk beds with mattresses
- Bring your own sleeping bag
- Pillows not provided
- Lighting on a controlled timer
- Overhead heating on a controlled timer
- Fire alarm and extinguisher
Leaders cabin
- Sleeps 2 persons on single bed with mattresses
- Bring your own sleeping bag
- Pillows not included
- Lighting
- Heater on a controlled timer
- Fire extinguisher
- External light on controlled sensor
Porch
- Bench and coat hooks
- External light on a controlled sensor
PLEASE REMOVE SHOES BEFORE ENTERING THE CABIN
The Cabin
- Sleeps 10 persons on bunk beds with mattresses
- Bring your own sleeping bag
- Pillows not provided
- Lighting on a controlled timer
- Heating on a controlled timer
- Fire alarm and extinguisher
Porch
- Bench and coat hooks
- External light on a controlled sensor
PLEASE REMOVE SHOES BEFORE ENTERING THE CABIN
- Seating area with tables
- Lighting controlled by sensor
- One 13amp socket
- External light controlled by sensor
- Worktop for food preparation
- Kitchen sink with cold water
- Fridge
- Food storage rack
- 3 ring gas burner with Calor gas
- Electric urn
Fridge
3 ring gas burner
Calor gas
Electric Urn
Kettle
1 set of 4 dixies (various sizes)
2 frying pans
3 metal mixing bowls
1 set of chopping boards
2 measuring jugs
2 juice jugs
1 vacuum flask
1 handwash basin
1 dish basin
1 dish rack
Mugs, plates, bowls, cutlery – NOT provided
2 ladles
2 Draining spoons
2 Serving spoons
2 Fish Slice
1 Spaghetti server
1 Potato masher
2 Sieves
1 collander
2 whisks
2 Tongs
3 Wooden spoons
1 Grater
1 Set of Knives
1 Tin opener
1 Potato peeler
1 pair scissor
External
- Three round picnic tables – seating for 24 persons
- Campfire circle with seating for 24 persons
- Camping area for a couple of small hike tents
Camping
There is a small area within Ken’s Den for a couple of small hike tents. If additional space is required groups can camp on the main camping field. This additional camping must be booked separately.
Toilet & Showers
Users of Ken’s Den have full access to the Amenity Hub which is shared with campers.
Cleaning
On arrival you will be provided with a check out sheet to assist you with the cleaning requirements.
Vacuum, brush, shovel, refuse bags, bins and cleaning material are provided.
Arrivals from 2pm and departures by 11am.
Sunday departures can be extended to 2pm.
Depending on bookings/availability, these times can be flexible.
Note: Groups can use other areas of the site out-with these times.
Pricing
Sleeps 22 people – the camping charge applies to additional people in their own tents. Bookings can be made for one night, even at weekends.
| South East Scouts GirlGuiding Edinburgh | All other Uniformed Youth Organisations | Non Uniformed | |
| Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Network | All other Scouting groups, all Guiding groups, Boys’ Brigade etc. | Charities, Schools, other Organisations | |
| Basic rate per night for up to 12 people | £180.00 | £198.00 | £217.00 |
| PPPN over 12 people | £12.85 | £14.40 | £15.90 |
Please use the Online Enquiry Form to make a booking or contact the Bonaly Team by emailing info@bonaly.org.uk if you require more information or wish to reserve dates.
Ken Thomson (1949 – 2020)
Ken’s Den is dedicated to the memory of Ken Thomson (1949 – 2020).
Ken began his Scouting at the 30th Inverleith Scout Group and after gaining his Queen’s Scout Award, became their Scout Leader, he then served as District Commissioner in Liberton and Edinburgh Area Commissioner.
He went on to represent the Area as Chair of the Scottish Board and a member of the UK Board of Trustees. After the formation of South East Scotland, Ken, who was the Head Teacher of Lasswade High School, led Adult Training in the Region and used his teaching skills to enthuse many new leaders to provide exciting and adventurous opportunities for our members.
Ken is remembered as a good friend and would be delighted that this amazing “village” in the heart of Bonaly Scout Centre, gives our young visitors the chance to experience the outdoors, to develop friendships and self-confidence, and to learn new skills.
