Frequently Asked Questions
We will be adding to these questions as we receive questions, so please keep checking. If your question hasn't been answered here, please Contact Us.
General
We are delighted to confirm that the dates for the second Larkin International Jamboree are 5th to 12th August 2028. So, why not block out your calendar today!
We are very proud to share that Larkin Jamboree 2028 will again be held at Duncombe Park in Helmsley, Near York, North Yorkshire, YO62 5EB
Costs will be confirmed a bit later in 2026
Scout/Explorer/Guide and Rangers
A deposit is payable within 30 days of the registration form being submitted on the booking system.
A second instalment will be due by the 30th November 2027
The final balance is due by 29 February 2028
These will be confirmed later in 2026
Costs will be confirmed later in 2026
If anyone has any questions or potential issues regarding safeguarding prior to the camp they can contact Hello@LarkinJamboree.org.uk. in the first instance.
Details of procedures for safeguarding incidents will be in the Participant and Staff handbook.
Groups
The attendance Fee includes access to all activities and entertainment throughout the Larkin Jamboree as well as a necker, and a sub-camp badge.
Bookings will open in early 2027 and this will be communicated through our newsletter and social media
All Unit Leaders MUST have either a NAN form (Scouting) or REN form (Girlguiding) approved by their local District Commissioner. Risk assessments for your group/unit should also be completed as per normal procedures for residential events. This is for both Larkin and Little Larkin.
This process will establish whether the leadership team has the required experience. If you are unsure please discuss with your local DC.
The relevant Scouting or Girlguiding residential ratios for your group/unit must be adhered to, as per POR for Scouting or The Guiding Manual for Girlguiding.
This is an event for young people, so only have the numbers of adults needed to run your group effectively. If you have extra leaders, encourage them to sign up to join the Larkin Service Team for the week, they will still have time to check in with the group!
Little Larkin is our event for all those aged under 10 and it offers an experience for all ages at Larkin Jamboree, in fact were the only UK Jamboree in 2024 to offer an experience to all sections of Scouts and Girlguiding and we expect that to be the same in 2028.
All Scout and Guide participants need to be aged 10 on or before the 4th August 2028 to attend.
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 Larkin Service Team.
Yes, as long as they are an active member of the Ranger Unit, as the official age range for Rangers is up to their 19th Birthday. They should be registered as Ranger participants on the booking system.
Each Sub Camp will have a fridge/freezer for the freezing of ice blocks and storing of medications.
Anything left in a Sub Camp fridge/freezer is done so at the individual/groups own risk and the Sub Camp team will hold no responsibility for them.
Please ensure that any items left in the Sub Camp fridge/freezer is clearly marked with a name and group/unit name.
A participant leader can bring their child to the Jamboree as a non-participating child and will be their responsibility throughout.
We will issue the non-participating child costs along with all the other event fees later in 2026.
Numbers can be adjusted until the booking process closes as long as there is event capacity.
Staff
All staff roles are for those 18 years or older
There are opportunities to be a part of our Larkin Youth Service Team if you are aged 16-18 (at the time of the event).
Yes, the time at Larkin '28 we are having a Larkin Youth Service Team.
As a member of the Larkin Youth Service Team, you’ll have to be aged 16 or older on the 26th July 2028.
If you turn 18 during the camp you will be part of the Adult Team.
You will:
- Be part of the Larkin Service Team and have a special necker
- Camp on the Larkin Service Team Subcamp
- Be provided with a job specification which outlines your roles and responsibilities
- Expected to work set hours throughout the Jamboree, which will be agreed with your Team Leader
- Have time to explore the Jamboree in your down time
- Be part of the closing and opening ceremonies (even if as crowd control!)
- Access to the on-site bar and evening entertainment
- Make new friends and have fun!!
We expect all our event volunteers to respect each other, to be flexible, be mindful that we are all volunteers and to have an amazing time!
We will be recruiting for specific roles and these will be advertised on the website shortly.
You can also come and volunteer as part of the Larkin Service Team if you don't want a specific role, just fill in the Volunteer with Us form
The Event Volunteer fees will be announced later in 2026
Please contact hello@larkinjamboree.org.uk to discuss further.
Yes, you can bring your child. They remain the responsibility of the parent at all times.
You will need to contact your local Scouting or Girlguiding 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 Larkin Jamboree is open to all members of Scouting and Girlguiding. Please be aware that the Jamboree site itself is a grassy field with semi-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 hello@larkinjamboree.org.uk to discuss further. You may also like to keep a look out on our staff vacancies to apply for the role of your choice.
International
Yes, please email our dedicated international team who will be happy to help you.
Their email address is international@larkinjamboree.org.uk
Yes. If you are a member of a non-UK Scout or Guide Association, we will work with you to ensure you have all the correct approvals and have followed the correct procedures to join us at Larkin Jamboree. Our dedicated international team has vast experience in helping you with this. Please email them at International Team
Yes. We have a dedicated international team who will be happy to help you. We have equipment that you can hire from us, or we may be able to partner you with a local group to help. If you're interested to know more, please email international@larkinjamboree.org.uk so we can answer your specific questions.
Yes. If you are a member of a 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 at Larkin Jamboree. Our dedicated international team has vast experience in helping you with this.
We recognise that travelling internationally with young people brings extra responsibility. Because of this we allow you to decide how many leaders to bring, but there must be a minimum of 2 leaders per group. If you have young people with additional needs they may need to have a 1-1 ratio.
Yes, all adults (18+) will be verified with their home country association.
You may bring your own children under 10. They remain the responsibility of the parent at all times.
If you wish to increase your numbers we will look to accommodate any request as long as we still have availability.
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 will try to match you up to make your visit even more interesting and enjoyable. Just email the dedicated international team to ask