The Den can be used by members of the Senior Section, Guides, Brownies or other organisations and is equipped to accommodate 15 people. The main bedroom sleeps 8 people (bunk beds), a small bedroom has 2 bunk beds, plus 3 chair beds and 2 studio couches in the lounge.

The large lounge has a dining area. Bathroom has 3 washbasins, shower unit and 2 toilets (one with wheelchair access). The kitchen has an electric cooker, fridge/freezer, water heater, electric toasters and fitted units. Adequate cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery are provided. Heating is by storage heaters and other electric heaters. Booking fees include the cost of electricity.

Each bed has two pillows, duvet and blanket but visitors should provide sheets or sleeping-bags, pillow cases, towels etc.

Guiders applying to book must hold appropriate qualifications for the Section they are accompanying to the Den.

The Ranger den is available all year except December and January.

Guiders applying to book must hold the appropriate qualifications for the section they are accompanying to the Venture House and all adults on residential events must be registered Guiders/unit helpers and/ or have completed the CRB procedure through Girlguiding UK.

For availability and a booking form, please contact the Booking Secretary:

Girlguiding Manchester, Methodist Central Hall, Oldham Street, Manchester M1 1JT Tel. 0161 236 4061 (Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am - 4pm (24hr answerphone) or e-mail manchester.guides@care4free.net