Our Camps

Barretstown offers free, specially designed camps and programmes for children and their families living with a serious illness – supported behind the scenes by 24 hour on site medical and nursing care.

Find the best camp for you!

All of the children and families come to Barretstown free of charge. Everything, including accommodation, food and medical assistance are provided at no cost to the family. Have a look at what we have to offer!

At Barretstown we aim to welcome every child to camp. However, due to the current limitations of our site, that is not always possible. The final decision rests with Barretstown.

Barretstown is supported by donations and the fundraising efforts of corporate supporters, individuals and community groups. 

Barretstown is recognised as a centre of excellence in childhood cancer care and other serious illnesses. Children are referred to Barretstown based on their medical needs. 

Since we first opened our gates in 1994 we have brought the magic of Barretstown to over 125,000 campers. 

An opportunity for the whole family to experience the magic of camp in a supportive environment. ...

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Our Teens camps are specially designed camps for campers aged 13-17 from a number of countries, who ...

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This camp is for siblings who have a brother or sister (aged infant to 17) who are currently being t ...

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Many campers go back to school and find it almost impossible to explain what Barretstown camp is all about to their friends. This post camp booster helps to reduce feelings of isolation and share the fun of camp with class mates.

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When are you coming to Barretstown?

Barretstown Camp Calendar

View the Barretstown Camp Calendar Barretstown for the dates of camps run from Spring to Autumn each year. We offer a range of exciting camps for all ages.

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Share the fun with a friend!

Camper and Friend Day

This new programme will give our campers the opportunity to share the fun of Barretstown with a friend, whilst also allowing them to create fun memories together.

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