Waddow is a 17th-century manor house set in 178 acres of
beautiful Lancashire countryside overlooking the River Ribble.
We provide:
- catered or self-catering indoor accommodation
- fully equipped or unequipped campsites
- excellent conference rooms and training facilities
- an extensive range of outdoor activities under supervision of
qualified instructors
- a well-stocked shop selling
Girlguiding UK publications and other souvenirs
- a licensed bar.
Waddow is within easy reach of some beautiful walks within the
Lancashire countryside, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales,
so is a perfect base for interesting trips and scenic walks.
From adult Leader trainings and adventure holidays for young
members, to themed leisure breaks and event days – Waddow has
something for everyone.
Waddow is committed to providing a safe environment for all and
complies with all current health and safety regulations.
By supporting Friends of Waddow you are supporting Girlguiding
UK, the UK’s largest voluntary organisation for girls and
young women. Please join us and become a ‘Friend’.
If you want to get a feel for what life is really like at
Waddow, browse through our photo gallery. If you’ve been recently,
can you spot yourself?
In addition to full time positions, Waddow employs seasonal
staff to help in the main hall or with outdoor activities.
If you need to contact the team at Waddow
visit this page.
Waddow is situated in the Lancashire
countryside. If you are planning a visit, find out how to get there
or view the map.
All downloadable documents relating to Waddow can be found in
this section. This includes floor plans of the building, risk
assessments and booking forms for events.