EIJ Shopping and Eating

We know it's important that you can get some key essentials during the week as well as some fun things too!

Here you can find all you need to know:

Clothing

We are loving seeing everyone in their Subcamp colours, if you missed out on pre-orders there is a small selection available in Jamart.

If you have any queries about your order please contact the team direct at sales@eventmerch.store

Our fabulous Essex International Jamboree Memory Book - Preorder today

Are you looking for a souvenir to help remember your amazing week at EIJ 2024? Or perhaps you’re after a gift to share your adventure with everyone back home?

Lucky for you, our on-site media team will be capturing photos and writing articles to document the entire journey, which will all come together to form our 50 page, hardback memory book. It’s going to be absolutely Jam-packed with all the biggest moments of the Jamboree as it tells its story from open to close. What better way is there to relive your experience at Essex International Jamboree 2024?

Only £10.00 plus P&P; £5 for UK shipping. International shipping coming soon.

Books will be sent by post within 1-3 months after the event.

Order here

Food Warehouse: your convenient solution

Obtaining food and other groceries for your unit during a week-long camp at the jamboree can be quite challenging due to the scale of the site and logistical complexities. Fortunately, we have a solution: the onsite Food Warehouse.

The Food Warehouse is our on-site supermarket, offering a simple, cost-effective, and practical route for units to purchase essential supplies, including food and other goods such as cleaning materials.

What's more if you have someone who is celebrating a birthday whilst at the Jamboree, why not order them a special birthday cake from us?

While the primary method is online pre-ordering, we also maintain a small stock of staples and other items for immediate purchase.

Here’s how it works:

  • Pre-Ordering: Units can pre-order supplies for daily delivery throughout the event. Our bulk storage facilities accommodate frozen and chilled products, allowing us to efficiently handle bulk deliveries and individual orders. We’ll deliver directly to your subcamp.
  • Payment: When placing an order, we require 90% payment upfront, with the remaining payment due on site. Bank transfers or card payments; we do not accept cheques.
  • Comprehensive Range: We’ve curated a comprehensive range of products, but if there’s something specific you need that isn’t on the order form, such as a birthday cake, let us know at foodwarehouse@eij.org.uk, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

Take the stress out of grocery shopping and order through the Food Warehouse for delivery direct to your subcamp.

To place your order please download and complete this Order Form and send to foodwarehouse@eij.org.uk

Remember to include your group name, booking reference, and subcamp

Please do not attempt to pay until your order has been confirmed; your invoice will give the exact cost and also the payment details.

If you have any queries, please email us at foodwarehouse@eij.org.uk or visit us on site between 08:00 and 19:00 during the event.

If you order from an outside supplier, their deliveries will be taken to the Food Warehouse for you to collect. Please also note:

  • Delivery time should be between 08:00 and 18:00 to ensure smooth handling.
  • Please notify us in advance of any expected deliveries (via email or in person).
  • If you’re not present during delivery, we’ll store your items and notify you via your subcamp.
  • Collection hours are 08:00 – 19:00.

Also within the Food Warehouse, we will have a Green Grocers so you can get all the fresh vegetables and fruit you need - vital to keep all our young participants and leaders healthy whilst here at the Essex International Jamboree.

Gas Sales

We will have a variety of gases available to purchase at the event and there will be a deposit of the bottles, please complete the gas form which is on the website for your requirements for day one, so we can ensure we have enough on site for everyone, please note NO MORE than 100KGs of gas per camping unit.

We will have hoses, lighters and accessories required for gas safety for sale at the Gas Desk in the Food Warehouse.

Pre-orders are now closed so if you require gas please visit the Food Warehouse where we will be able to deal with your request.

Jamart

Jamart, some may ask what is that? Jamart is our very own souvenir shop, and like you find in any other similar shop, we have pocket money toys, EIJ24 branded items (even branded lip balm and teddy bear) and much more. We also have a tuck shop selling selection of drinks, sweets, chocolate and crisps.

You will also find Infinity Print, One Stop Scouting, The Happy Puzzle Company and Peakland Outdoors in Jamart where you can buy lots of fabulous merchandise, get your clothing personliased, get some unique puzzles, and of course get some new camping equipment and clothing.

Infinity Print and Emboridery

Noa's Food Court

Noa's Food Court is the place to go for dinner, including pizza, burgers, hot dogs, and other meals along with just a portion of chips. Also you'll be pleased to know if you're missing your special coffee, you can pop in for coffee and cake, or a lovely waffle or crepe. Noa's Food Court is a place to come and relax, socialise with friends old and new, share stories and adventures. We also have a covered area and ask everyone to help us by clearing away after you've enjoyed your delicious food and drinks!

The Tea Pod are located just outside Jamart serving delicious teas, milkshakes, crepes, waffles, muffins, and more!

Little Fin Coffee Roastery within Noa's Food Court are serving coffees made with a special EIJ blend!

Hot Parrot and Hopleaf catering are serving burgers, chips, sausages, and mini doughnuts outside Noa's Food Court.

Pizza

Please direct all enquires regarding this concession to info@eij.org.uk.

C&J Ice's

With the sun shining, we're all going to want a lovely ice cream, so we're delighted that the ice cream van is at the Jamboree with a fabulous selection of cooling delights!

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