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 Shieling

Cabin with 5 bunk beds and mattresses, sleeping 10 persons, with an attached separate cabin with 2 single beds for Leaders.

The Bothy

Cabin with 5 bunk beds and mattresses – sleeping 10 persons.

The Shelter

A large open fronted shelter with kitchen facilities – worktops, fridge, sink with cold water (sorry no hot water), food storage rack, seating area and tables, catering equipment, gas burner and Calor gas.

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.

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 same toilet and shower facilities used by groups camping.

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.

Bookings

The facility is bookable for one or more nights.

Availability

Booking enquiries

Accessible times

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.

Risk Assessment

Ken’s Den – Risk assessment 2023

Additional Information

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 scissors