Programme

Timings

Activities run from Sunday to Friday, usually starting at 9.30am through to 12.30pm, break for lunch and then from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Some activities may operate outside of these times, particularly if transport is necessary.

Ticketing

Wow, so how am I going to fit it in? To avoid queuing for ages, and not being herded into zones with the same people everyday, Poacher operates a unique Activity Ticketing system. That way you know which of these activities you are going to be doing, where it takes place and at what time your session starts.  The flexibility of the ticketing system allows you to plan out the activities you wish to take part in throughout the week.  

Think of your tickets like a fast track pass at an theme park!  Whilst a ticket will give you access to an activity at a specific time, participants are still able to queue up for any activity without a ticket filling in spaces as they become available.

Each subcamp HQ will allow you to collect new tickets or swap/share with your friends……How many tickets will you collect?

It is important to realise that if you are not going to use a ticket you could be disadvantaging other participants so it is important you either swap with another participant or at your subcamp HQ.

Non-Ticketed Activities

Some activities are not ticketed so you can turn up and queue as many times as you want!

Onsite activities

Our Adventurous activity program is custom designed for all ages of participants.  With such a wide range of adventurous activities you will always find something to challenge you!

It is important participants are wearing suitable clothing for each activity for safety.  Participants not in the correct clothing may be asked to return to their camp to change before taking part in the activity.  

Activities are categorised by ages (All ages, 12+, 14+).  Due to Scouting and Guiding rules participants will not be able to take part in activities which are not age appropriate.  Information on the age requirements for each activity is shown below and on individual activity tickets.

It is important that where parents have withdrawn permission for participants to take part in certain activities leaders should ensure participants are aware of this fact.  Activities will scan all participants to confirm parental permission.

Offsite activities

The majority of our activities take place on site however we arrange some offsite activities which require transport. All Off site activities leave from the Transport HQ and will take you on an adventure for a couple of hours or all day.

All Offsite Activities leave from the Transport HQ and will take you on an adventure for a couple of hours or all day!  

If you don’t have a ticket, it is always worth turning up at the Transport HQ to join the ‘Extras’ queue to see if there is space on the bus!

Please note: Some offsite activities will require different timings due to transport involved  – This may run outside the usual activity timings – Please check your ticket time carefully!

Activity Permission: Participants will need to have activity permission to travel offsite

Important:  Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions and do not take valuables offsite

Offsite trips

All Offsite Trips leave from the Transport HQ and will take you on an adventure around Lincolnshire!  

If you don’t have a ticket, it is always worth turning up at the Transport HQ to join the ‘Extras’ queue to see if there is space on the bus!

Please note: Some offsite trips will require different timings due to transport involved  – This may run outside the usual activity timings – Please check your ticket time carefully!

Activity Permission: Participants will need to have activity permission to travel offsite

Important:  Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions and do not take valuables offsite

Creative activities

Poacher is renowned for its wide range of Creative Activities which are located within the Creative Hub.  Our Creative activity program allows all participants to explore their creative side and try out some new crafts while taking a break from the more adventurous activities.

There are numerous Creative Activities available and these vary each day.  Some of the Creative Activities include:

• Lego
• Glass Engraving
• Paracord Men, Bracelets, Woggles, Dragonflies
• Cricut Key Rings
• Morse Code bracelets
• Yarn Rainbow Clouds, Monsters, Letter badges, Weaving
• Beaded flags
• 3D Pens
• Torches
• Encaustic Wax
• Dream Catchers
• Pebble Pets
• Pyrography
• Leatherwork
• Wild Flower Seed Bombs
• Funky Foam Flowers
• Soap Carving
• Sewing
• Blackwork Craft
• Tin Can Lanterns

Plus many more….

Global Development Village

The Global Development Village (GDV) will offer a range of fun activities that will help participants and Leaders explore the challenges facing the world, inspire them to make a difference, reflect on the Scout/Guide Promise and think about how they can contribute to raising awareness amongst others.

GDV activities will raise awareness about global issues looking at: Conflict Resolution, Environment, Health, Poverty, Science & Technology, and World Faith.

Participants will be able to explore all six areas at their own time throughout the week meeting various STEM experts and companies displaying at Poacher.  Upon exploring these areas participants will be awarded the Global Development Village (GDV) badge.

The Global Development Village will be open:

0930-1230, 1400-1700 (Sunday to Friday) and 1830-2000 (Sunday to Thursday)

Water Village

As well as the hundreds of exciting activities on site at Poacher, we also take Scouts and Guides to our Water Village for some fun on the water.  Try your skills Stand up paddle boarding, Canoeing, Kayaking, Bell boating and Sailing.

All Water Village activities are ticketed, and participants should visit the Transport Ticketing Hub to collect tickets.

Poacher Challenge

The Poacher Challenge is designed to encourage participants and adults to meet new people, try new experiences and to enjoy all the jamboree has to offer.

Who can take part?

Participants can take part in the Poacher Challenge by completing a range of different challenges from their challenge card.

Adults can take part in the Poacher Challenge by completing a range of challenges on their challenge card.

How to take part

• Register to take part in the Poacher Challenge  by visiting the Poacher Challenge Marquee and collecting your challenge card.
• Work through the challenge list at your own pace collecting signatures from the leader running the activity to prove your participation.
• Return your completed challenge card to the Poacher Challenge Marquee to exchange for your Poacher Challenge 2026 badge (4pm Friday is the latest challenges can be submitted however please be aware that badges are awarded on a first come first served basis).

Terms and Conditions

• Participants and Adults are restricted to one challenge card (and badge) per person – A copy of your camper or staff ID will be taken upon registration.
• Participant and Adult badges are limited edition and offered on a first come first served basis – Once they are gone there are no more!
• Final decisions on challenge completion rest with the Poacher Challenge team