Lockerly Water Farm Hampshire

Sunday August 19th to Thursday August 23rd 2012

What is it?

'Good News' Camps are packed with interest and provide excellent value for money. Campers are given the opportunity to explore new places, meet new friends, and take part in exciting activities! Organised Camp activities include onsite sports and art and craft sessions, plus trips into the New Forest, a jaunt to the beach and a splash in a nearby swimming pool. During 'free time' campers can just 'chill out' or use the onsite facilities e.g. snooker, table-tennis, volleyball, badminton, football and a variety of board games.

At the beginning of the week all campers are placed into teams and healthy competition is encouraged throughout the week. Teams will compete with each other in a whole range of fun based activities, scoring points and trying to make sure they are the team who will win the team prize at the end of the week!

Note: These Camps are Christian based. That means that each day all campers take part in various forms of Bible study and prayer. The main learning time takes place in an action packed, fast paced programme called 'T.G.S.' (The God Slot). This event includes singing, quizzes, Bible readings, competitions, prayers, fun spots, video stories and a short talk.

Where is it?

'Good News' Camps are held at Lockerley Water Farm, near Romsey in Hampshire.

The site is owned and managed by The Hampshire Christian Trust a registered charity. (Registered Charity Number 900042).

When does it happen?

This year's 'Good News' Camp will run from Sunday 19th to Thursday 23rd August 2012. It will start at 4.00pm on Sunday afternoon and finish at 1.00pm on Thursday.

Who can go?

'Good News' Camps are for anyone between the ages of 8 to 15 years (this a wide age range and we hope it will enable parents to send siblings together).

What about accommodation?

'Good News' Camps provide two types of accommodation. Some campers will sleep in large tents and some campers will sleep in purpose-built trailers. The trailers have built-in toilet and shower facilities. Those using the tents can use the nearby toilet and shower facilities.

Note: Two Camp officers sleep in the same tent/trailer as the campers. These officers are called 'Tent Leaders' and provide help and support for their campers.

What about food?

'Good News' Camps use their own cooks to provide all meals. The campsite has a large permanent building called 'The Barn'. All meals are cooked in the well equipped kitchen and served by our staff to the campers in the dining area.

Note: Although campers will not have to cook any meals (the kitchen area is out of bounds for campers) they are expected help with various chores e.g. washing up their plates & cutlery, wiping down tables, picking up litter etc.

What do they need to bring?

• Sleeping gear; pajamas, pillow, sleeping bag, blanket and something to sleep on e.g. air/camp type bed or roll mat.
• Change of clothes (at least one)
• Sun cream and wet weather gear (e.g. waterproof coat, wellies - just in case!)
• A good torch.
• Swimming gear & towel.
• Towel & toiletries.
• A small amount of spending money (A daily tuck shop is on site, ice cream on the trips out etc), campers can keep their money safe in the camp bank.
• Bible, notebook and pen.

How much does it cost?

The cost to attend Camp is £65 per camper. This will cover everything including all meals and transport and entry fees for any offsite activities.

Note: Transport to the campsite is NOT included! Each person is required to make their own way to and from the campsite. Lifts from other people attending may well be available, contact Gordon or Penny for further information.

Booking: To book a place on Camp click on the booking link at the bottom of the page.

What are the rules?

'Good News' Camps expect the same sort of standards of behaviour that children are required to show at school. Throughout the week campers will be given information that will be for their and other camper's safety and enjoyment.

Although we are not anticipating any major problems, in the event of misbehaviour our policy would be:

1. To verbally correct a child.
2. To place a child on extra chores.
3. To phone a parent/guardian and inform them concerning their child's behaviour.
4. To ask the parent/guardian to remove their child from camp.

A more detailed description of camp rules and regulations are available on request.

Note: When travelling off-site minibuses will be used, these are equipped with seat belts and we require that they be used on all occasions. All minibuses will have adequate adult supervision.

Who's who?

The Main Leaders

Gordon & Penny Curley work with 'Counties' in Hampshire. They are responsible for the overall running of Camp. They have been involved in Christian Camps for over twenty years and have a wide experience of running Camps, weekend Housparties and other young people's events.

If you have any further questions or if you require further information concerning Camp, then please contact Gordon & Penny who will try to help you.

Additional Leaders

Camp is run by using volunteer helpers from various Churches in Hampshire. All helpers are police checked and abide by a Child Protection Policy (copies available on request).

How to apply:

Campers Application Form

Leaders Application Form

Workers' Kids Application Form

 

Photos of 'Good News' Camps

Please Contact Us for any further information.

Lockerly Water Farm Hampshire

Friday August 24th (evening) to Monday August 27th 2012

What is it?

'The 2:42 Experience' a gathering place for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience 'teaching, worship, prayer and fellowship' (see Acts chapter 2 verse 42).

Whether on your own, with members of your church, or with family and friends, come and be inspired!

'The 2:42 Experience' is a self-catering weekend, so you will need to bring your own caravan or tent. Note: some limited accommodation is available on a 'first come' basis for those who need it.

'The 2:42 Experience' is held in the Hampshire countryside at Lockerley Water Farm, near Romsey. This quiet setting allows you to unwind and either laze onsite or visit some of the nearby attractions.

Each day we get together for a time of worship and Bible teaching where we look forward to God encouraging, challenging and building us up in our Christian faith.

On Saturday & Sunday evenings there is an activity based around a fun theme. This year's theme will be 'Olympic' so why not come dressed for the occasion and join in the fun and games!

'The 2:42 Experience' is an inter-church event run by 'Counties' Hampshire (see inside back cover for more information).

Booking Information

Fees for the 'The 2:42 Experience' are deliberately kept as low as possible. This event is run as part of our service for God, we want to see him glorified as his Church is encouraged, challenged and built up. We are therefore happy to just 'break even' if it makes this weekend affordable to all! Our financial aim is simply to cover our costs!

The fees for 2012 are:

• Adults and over 16s £25
• Under 16s £15
• Under 3s no charge

Note: An additional £5 per person is charged for late bookings (after July 31st 2012).

Please click on the link at the bottom of the page to book a place.

Things on site!

• Showers, flush toilets and water are available on site.
• Fridges and freezers are available for everyone to use during the weekend. Food must be named clearly!
• A cold kitchen is available for use, it contains constant hot water, a microwave and toasters.
• A mega second-hand bookstall is open throughout the weekend. Each book 50p each, some even cheaper!
• A Tuck Shop is open at various times for you to stock up on those 'essential' goodies.
• There will be a children's (4 to 12 year olds) programme during the main teaching sessions.
• Teenagers can join with us and enjoy the main worship & teaching sessions.

Things you need to know!

• Saturday & Sunday evening entertainment will be based around an 'Olympic' fun theme, come dressed for the occasion and enjoy the entertainment!
• Do not pitch your tent or caravan until you have checked in. On arrival, please check in by speaking to Gordon Curley or Jill Kemp.
• Tents and caravans, for safety reasons, will need to be in rows with easy access for an emergency vehicle (i.e. rather than a cluttered group).
• A 'safety distance' of fifteen feet between caravans and tents is required, please note: you will be asked to move your habitation if this is ignored.
• Car drivers please note a 10 mph speed limit is in operation on the camp site, drivers caught breaking this will be asked to leave their vehicles off site.
• Please dispose of your rubbish carefully and thoughtfully. There are separate bins on site for glass, tins, cardboard, plastic bottles and general rubbish.
• Smoking is not permitted on site.
• No pets! (there are grazing animals nearby).
• Because of the sites location and in consideration of young families, there will be no noise after 11.00pm.

Please do not invite 'outside' friends to 'visit', rather encourage them to join with us over the whole weekend. ALL visitors must report to the office or the weekend hosts (see inside back page). We put into practice a Child Protection Policy and therefore we MUST know who is on site at all times!

Youth Groups

'The 2:42 Experience' is aimed mainly at families but youth groups are welcome to join with us over the weekend, provided they are willing to comply with the following guidelines:

• Each group must have at least one leader over 18 who 'if necessary' will be held responsible for their group's behaviour.
• Everyone is expected to join with us for the Bible teaching sessions.
• No boys in girls' tents or girls in boys' tents AT ANY TIME day or night.
• Tents must be quiet at night!

Programme

Friday

Arrive, REGISTER & then pitch your caravan or tent

8.45pm to 9.00pm Welcome, ice-breakers & briefing in the barn

10.30pm Quiet on the field outside the barn

11.00pm Quiet chatting or board games in the barn or upstairs for late night optional DVD

Saturday

8.30-9.00am Prayer and praise (optional)

10.30-11.30ish Session 1 with Bob Telford

Free-time

7.30-9.00pm 'Olympic' themed entertainment!

10.00pm: Quiet chatting or board games in the barn or upstairs for late night optional DVD

Sunday

8.30-9.00am Prayer and praise (optional)

10.30-12.00ish Breaking of bread & Session 2 with Bob Telford

Free-time

7.30pm 'Olympic' All-Age Mini-Games!

10.00pm Quiet chatting or board games in the barn or upstairs for late night optional DVD

Monday

8.30-9.00am Prayer and praise (optional)

11.00-12.00am Onsite activities - to be announced!

2.00-3.00pm Session 3 with Bob Telford

Drinks and Bye, bye!

Who's who?

Weekend Hosts

If you have any problems or questions, or if you require further information during the weekend, then see Gordon Curley or Mark Majnusz (the Moose) who will try to assist you.

Main Speaker - Bob Telford

Based: Near Warwick
Areas of work: 'After dinner' type speaking at social and sporting events and committed to helping churches reach men.
Likes: Countryside sports, breeding, training and working Labradors and Spaniels, reading, walking and crosswords!
Quote: "The preacher should know the truth fully, hold the truth firmly and preach the truth boldly".

Worship lead by: John Prockter:

John is husband to Louise.
Father to two, son to two, brother to three.
He loves writing music and playing in a band.
More info and some MP3 'freebies' at John's Cross Rhythms Site

How to apply:

2:42 Experience Application Form

 

Photos of 'The 2:42 Experience' Camps

Please Contact Us for any further information.

Friday May 4th 2012 to Monday May 7th 2012

What is it?

'BodyBuilders' houseparties are packed with interest and provide excellent value for money. Campers are given the opportunity to explore new places, meet new friends, and take part in exciting activities!

Organised Houseparty activities include sports and games sessions, plus trips into the New Forest, a jaunt to the beach and a splash in a nearby swimming pool.

During 'free time' campers can just 'chill out' or use the onsite facilities e.g. table-tennis, badminton, table-football and a variety of board games.

Note: The Houseparty is Christian based. That means that each day all campers take part in various forms of Bible study and prayer. The main learning time takes place in an action packed, fast paced programme called 'T.G.S.' (The God Slot).

This event includes singing, quizzes, Bible readings, ice-breakers, prayers, fun spots, video clips and a short talk.

'BodyBuilders' Houseparty is an inter-church event run by 'Counties' Hampshire (Read on for more information).

Where is it?

'BodyBuilders' houseparties are held at Charminster Chapel, Bournemouth, Dorset.

When does it happen?

The weekend will run from Friday May 4th 2012 to Monday May 7th 2012.

Campers should arrive between 7.00-8.00pm on Friday evening and the pick-up time is at Ringwood car park at 4.00pm on Monday (read on for directions).

Who can go?

'BodyBuilders' houseparties are for those in School years 6 to 10

What about accommodation?

'BodyBuilders' houseparties are held in a large Church building. The campers will be sleeping in the various rooms (e.g. girls downstairs in the Chapel, boys upstairs in additional rooms).

Note: The building is safe and secure, although Camp officers may not sleep in the same room as the campers but they are in adjacent rooms near by. These officers are always available to provide help and support for their campers.

What about food?

'BodyBuilders' houseparties use their own cooks to provide all food. Meals are cooked in the kitchen and served by our staff to the campers in the dining area.

Note: Although campers will not have to cook any meals they are expected help with various chores e.g. washing up, wiping down tables, picking up litter etc (the kitchen area is out of bounds to campers unless they are on washing up).

What do they need to bring?

• Sleeping gear; pajamas, pillow, sleeping bag, blanket and something to sleep on e.g. air/camp type bed or roll mat.
• Change of clothes & footwear (at least one)
• Sun cream and wet weather gear (e.g. waterproof coat - just in case!)
• A good torch.
• Swimming gear & towel.
• Towel & toiletries.
• A small amount of spending money (A daily tuck shop is on site, ice cream on the trips out etc).
• Bible, notebook and pen.

How much does it cost?

The cost to attend 'BodyBuilders' houseparty is £45 per camper. This will cover everything including all meals and transport and entry fees for any offsite activities.

Note: Transport to Charminster Chapel, Bournemouth is NOT included! Each person is required to make their own way to and from the venue. Lifts from other people attending may well be available, contact Gordon or Penny for further information. The pick up point on Monday is NOT the Chapel but Ringwood car park (read on for directions).

How to Book?

To book a place on the 'BodyBuilders' houseparty, each camper will need to fill in the booking form. Please click on the link at the bottom of the page to book a place.

What are the rules?

'BodyBuilders' houseparties expect the same sort of standards of behaviour that children are required to show at school.

Throughout the weekend campers will be given information that will be for their and other campers' safety and enjoyment.

Although we are not anticipating any major problems, in the event of misbehaviour our policy would be:

1. To verbally correct a child.
2. To place a child on extra chores.
3. To phone a parent/guardian and inform them concerning their child's behaviour.
4. To ask the parent/guardian to remove their child from camp.

A more detailed description of houseparty rules and regulations are available on request.

Note: When travelling off-site minibuses will be used, these are equipped with seat belts and we require that they be used on all occasions. All minibuses will have adequate adult supervision.

Who's who?

The Main Leaders

Gordon & Penny Curley work with 'Counties' in Hampshire.

They are responsible for the overall running of 'Bodybuilders'. They have been involved in Christian Camps for over twenty years and have a wide experience of running Camps, weekend Housparties and other young people's events.

If you have any further questions or if you require further information concerning Camp, then please contact Gordon & Penny who will try to help you.

Additional Leaders

'BodyBuilders' is run by using volunteer helpers from various Churches in Hampshire. All helpers are police checked and abide by a Child Protection Policy (copies available on request).

Directions:

Charminster Chapel

514 Charminster Road

Bournemouth

BH8 9SL

M27 eastbound & straight onto the A31 (follow the signs for Bournemouth).

Just past Ringwood continue to follow the signs for Bournemouth (A338).

As you go past the Welcome to Bournemouth sign take the slip road for the Cooper Dean Roundabout (signposted Hospital & Windbourne A3060).

Take the exit signposted Wimborne A3060. The road is called Castle Lane West.

Keep on this road (you will go through Woodman's roundabout & Yeoman's junction).

At the Broadway Roundabout turn left into Charminster Road.

Charminster Chapel (514 Charminster Road) is on the left hand side of the shops, about 300 yards from the round-about.

Monday's pick up point:

Ringwood Lorry Park

Turn off the A31 into Ringwood

At the next roundabout take the third exit into the car park

We will be meeting in the Lorry Park at 4.30pm

How to apply:

Campers Application Form

Leaders Application Form

Workers' Kids Application Form

 

Photos of 'BodyBuilders' House Parties

Please Contact Us for any further information.