Essex International Jamboree 2024

United Kingdom, 27 July - 3 August 2024

Join the Adventure with THE FRIENDS OF THE CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST at Essex International Jamboree 2024!

Are you ready for the ultimate camping experience? THE FRIENDS OF THE CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST (BSO) invites Scouts, Explorers and adult volunteers to join us for the Essex International Jamboree 2024 (EIJ24), which will be biggest camp we’ve ever attended. We've had an amazing time at past Jamborees, and we're excited to make the next one even better!

Why BSO Loves EIJ:

Fun and Adventure: Imagine a week filled with more than 100 activities, from abseiling to zorbing! There's never a dull moment at EIJ24.
Global Friendship: Meet Scouts and Guides from all over the world, make new friends, and learn about different cultures.
Skills and Challenges: Learn new skills, take on exciting challenges, and discover your potential.
Eco-Friendly: EIJ24 is all about sustainability and the environment. Get ready for some exciting eco-friendly activities!

· See for yourself: Check out the videos @ https://www.youtube.com/@eijmedia

10,000 Scouts & Explorers from around the world attended the last EIJ in 2016

Where is the Essex International Jamboree?

EIJ24 takes place on a massive 120-acre field, transformed into a bustling town with its own stage, cinema, supermarket, food outlets, and more. There's even an 8-acre lake!
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When is the Essex International Jamboree

Join us from Saturday, July 27th, to Saturday, August 3rd, 2024.
Who Can Go?

We extend a warm invitation to all BSO members aged 10 to 18 (as of July 27, 2024) to join us for this unforgettable camp experience. Please note that adult leaders associated with your Scout or Explorer section do not need to attend the camp with you (but are very welcome to apply!).

We are actively seeking enthusiastic adult volunteers from all over BSO to apply, as your active participation is essential in creating a safe, happy, and fun environment for all participants (it's also a lot of fun!).

European-based BSO Scout Troops and Explorer Units with camping equipment they can transport to EIJ are encouraged to either join with us with the main BSO contingent, or to register, and camp, independently. If you are uncertain about your Troop or Unit's attendance, please still register below - We can always remove your registration if plans change.
Transport Options
1) Independent Travel
- You can drop off your child at the campsite on July 27th.
2) By Train
- Chelmsford train station is the closest, with an easy 18-minute bus ride to the site.
3) From Heathrow Airport
- A 1-hour and 20-minute train journey with a change at Stratford.
4) From Southend Airport
- The X30 coach runs directly to Chelmsford, conveniently connecting you to the site.
5) Meet and Greet
- Due to the distance, we will not be operating a meet and greet service from airports.
Cost & Payments
- Scouts/Explorers (10-18yrs): £500
- Leader / Adult (18yrs +): £150
- All fees include food and activities.
- Fees DO NOT include transport to/from the camp.

I'm interested, how can I register?

• We expect EIJ24 to be extremely popular.

• While we don't know our participant limit yet, we'll offer places first to those who have registered their interest.

• Young people and adults should register a no-obligation, expression of interest on our web form here

Ready for an unforgettable adventure at EIJ24?

Join us for the time of your life! Find out more about the Essex International Jamboree at www.eij.org.uk as well as joining the conversation on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Let's make this jamboree the best one yet with THE FRIENDS OF THE CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST!

2023 Jamboree Participant Feedback

I would recommend a BSO Jamboree because…

It’s AMAZING! It’s been the best experience I've had in my life, really well organised - Morgan, Paris Explorers
I think it's an experience to meet people that you will remember for the rest of your life from other countries – Fernanda, Madrid Scouts
It’s the BEST experience in my life – Marcos, Madrid Explorers
It was a great way to meet new people and try new things and have freedom – Elizabeth, Dubai Scouts
I loved it, I made so many new friends that I have kept in contact with after camp that I really enjoyed it. Also, I believe that it was a good experience to be away from parents for a long time – Alex, Dubai Explorer
of fun, new experiences, meeting new people, learning new sports like sailing – Kumail, Dubai Explorers
It was extremely well planned, plus the leaders were really friendly and considerate – Thomas, Fuengirola Explorers
It was a great experience and it was a pleasure to be able to meet with multiple internationally based scouts in one place while participating in fun activities - Ethan, Doha Scouts
It’s really fun, a great experience in general, you meet people from everywhere which is something you get nowhere else - Lieve, Paris Scouts