We are delighted to confirm that the dates for EIJ are 27th July to 3rd August 2024. So, why not block out your calendar today!

We have secured the same site where we held EIJ2016 in Boyton Cross, Chelmsford, Essex. This site is a fantastic venue for our jamboree, and we're looking forward to returning in 2024.

EIJ2024 is open to all UK and international Scouts, Guides, Explorers and Rangers aged between 10-17years (age at 27/07/2024). We welcome all over 18 year olds to join our staff team and look forward to welcoming back those staff who were due to join us in 2020.

The participant cost is £350 and leader fee is £150.
Transport and food costs will be added by each unit.
The fee for a staff member is £150 (fully catered)

Each unit/group booking onto EIJ2024 is responsible for arranging their own cancellation insurance to cover their unit/groups costs (fees, travel etc.) EIJ’s own insurance does not cover individual units/groups.

It is worth noting our terms of booking:
Group Leaders are responsible for ensuring all members of their Participant Group have:
(a) adequate travel and other insurance for attending the Event; and
(b) all necessary passport, visa and other immigration requirements.

All deposits are non-refundable. Bookings are not refundable after the end of the Cancellation Period and all further instalments will remain due and payable. If the Organisers need to cancel the Event due to circumstances beyond their control, money will be refunded to the extent that it has not already been spent or committed to be spent. This is likely to mean that, in some circumstances, no Event Fees or Staff Fees can be refunded. Such circumstances may include but are not limited to an outbreak of a public health concern.

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We have a dedicated subcamp where we have extra equipment to support leaders who have participants with additional needs. We also have disabled toilets and showers.Please email info@eij.org.uk to discuss further.

The £75 is non-refundable; however we do not need names when this payment is made so you can readvertise the space and hopefully allocate to another person within your group.

All Unit Leaders MUST have either a REN form (Girlguiding) or NAN form (Scouting) approved by their local DC. This process will establish whether the leadership team has the required experience. If you are unsure please discuss with your local DC.
If you want help to link up with other units to share resources (including leaders) please contact info@eij.org.uk.

Yes, please email international@eij.org.uk and we will put you in touch with our international team.

Yes. If you are a member of an non-UK Scout or Guide association, we will work with you to ensure you have all the correct approvals and followed the correct procedures to join us in Essex. Our dedicated international team have vast experience in helping you with you this.

Yes. We have a dedicated international team who will be able to help you. We have equipment that you can hire from us, and on site we have a food warehouse where you can buy your food. If you're interested to know more, please email international@eij.org.uk so we can answer your specific questions.

Yes. If you are a member of an non-UK Scout or Guide association, we will work with you to ensure you have all the correct approvals and followed the correct procedures to join us in Essex. Our dedicated international team have vast experience in helping you with you this.

We recognise that travelling internationally with young people brings extra responsibility. Because of this we allow a ratio of up 1 adult to 4 young people, with a minimum of 2 leaders per group. If you have young people with special needs they may have a 1-1 ratio.

They can apply to be staff at bookings.eij.org.uk. Their Girlguiding or Scouting membership verification will be separate to the groups.

Only if they are a recognised member of the Guide or Scout association in their country.

Yes, all adults (18+) are verified with their home country association.

You may bring children under 10. They remain the responsibility of the Parent at all times.

For children of staff volunteers we have an excellent kids club called Noa’s Kids Club. There will be a small fee for children and for Noa’s Kids Club. Any children over the age of 10 must be members of Guiding and Scouting and be participants in EIJ.

If you wish to increase numbers this will depend on if there are any available places. Once we have received verification of membership for the adults in your group, you will not be able to reduce the numbers in your group.

Yes as long as we have UK groups available we can try to match you up to make your visit even more interesting and enjoyable.

The relevant Girlguiding or Scouting residential ratios for your Group must be adhered to and we expect each group to have a minimum of 3 leaders. Groups with more than 12 young people we have a maximum ratio of 1 leader to 4 young people

Bookings are now open - head to bookings.eij.org.uk to register!

The instalments for payment are as follows:
£75 non-refundable deposit
£150 due by 31st October 2023
£125 due by 29th February 2024

The instalments for payment are as follows:
£75 non-refundable deposit
£75 due by 29th February 2024

There will not be a Junior Jam, however there will be opportunities for younger members of Girlguiding and Scouting to enjoy the jamboree. More information will be available in 2023.

Unfortunately Noa's Club is for staff members children only.

Participants must be aged 10-17 at the time of the Jamboree to take part in the main activity programme. Those aged 18 or over can attend as leaders or join our staff team. 

All leaders will get a Subcamp scarf and badge. You will also have access to a full training programme where you can do Girlguiding and Scouting qualifications as well as take part in some new, fun and exciting non-association sessions. We hope that lots of you will take part in these, and if you have any suggestions on what you would like included please email info@eij.org.uk.

Our activities are organised into zones and all participants (aged 10-17) have the opportunity to take part in all activities offered. However, please note we do not have a separate Ranger/Explorer subcamp therefore they can attend with a Scout or Guide unit in order to attend.

The Essex International Jamboree is open to all young members of Scouts and Guides (aged 10-17). We have a dedicated subcamp where we have extra provision for additional needs to ensure that we can look after you effectively. Please email info@eij.org.uk to discuss your individual requirements.

A participant leader can bring their child to the Jamboree as a non-participating child and will be their responsibility throughout. Noa's Club is only available to children of members of staff. The non-participating under 10 fee is £40.

You will need to be 16 or over at the Jamboree. There will be some roles that will only be available to those aged 18 or over.

Please contact info@eij.org.uk to discuss further.

It is £150 (fully catered).

The instalments for payment are as follows:
£75 non-refundable deposit
£75 due by 29th February 2024

Yes, you can bring your child. They remain the responsibility of the Parent at all times. For children of staff volunteers we have an excellent kids club called Noa’s Kids Club. There will be a small fee of £40 for children and for Noa’s Kids Club members to attend.

You will need to contact your local Girlguiding or Scouting Unit and enquire about becoming a member. Once they have completed all the recruitment checks you can apply to be part of our team.

The Essex International Jamboree is open to all members of Girlguiding and Scouting. Please be aware that the Jamboree site itself is a grassy farmers field with no permanent walkways. We will work with you to ensure you're assigned to the role that is most appropriate and desirable for you. Please email info@eij.org.uk to discuss further; and also keep a look out on our Job Vacancies to apply for the role of your choice.

As Staff your fee includes breakfast, lunch and dinner in our Staff Restaurant.

You will:
- Be part of the Great EIJ Staff (and wear Red!)
- Camp on the Staff Subcamp
- Be provided with a job specification which outlines your roles and responsiblities
- Expected to work set hours throughout the Jamboree, which will be agreed with your Team Leader
- Have time to explore the Jamboree
- Be part of the closing and opening ceremonies (even if as crowd control!)
- Access to learning and development courses
- Access to the on-site bar and evening entertainment
- Be able to book Noa's Club if you have a child with you under 10 years old

We expect all our Staff to respect each other, to be flexible, mindful that we are all volunteers and to have an amazing time!