Camas – book for 2027

We are not currently taking bookings for Camas in 2026. But we are taking booking enquiries for 2027 Have you visited Camas before, brought a group, or worked with young people living with the impact of injustice? 

We are taking enquiries for a limited 13-week summer season in 2027.

If you’d like an initial conversation about this, please contact our Ruth Harvey, Iona Community Leader, at [email protected] with the subject line Camas 2027 enquiry. 

Camas – an update

We know how deeply Camas matters to many people, and we’re glad to be able to share some hopeful news about its future. 

The Trustees of the Iona Community have agreed to work towards reopening the Camas Centre for the 2027 season. In doing so, they have reaffirmed their commitment to the distinctive work of Camas – particularly alongside young people living with the impact of injustice. This is good news. 

To make this possible, staff, volunteers and Trustees are working together on several fronts. This includes carrying out essential repairs to the centre, reviewing and strengthening our policies and procedures, and developing a sustainable staffing and management structure. In due course, we will appoint staff and volunteers to run Camas for 2027 and beyond. 

Alongside this, we need to raise significant funds – not only to complete the repairs, but to ensure that Camas can continue to offer its unique, community-based experience at an affordable price.  

How you can be part of this:

Become a Camas Companion
If you are able to support the future of Camas financially, we’ll soon be launching Camas Companions – a way to make a one-off or regular donation to this work.
In December we were deeply encouraged by the generosity of those who pledged support; these pledges played a significant part in giving Trustees the confidence to plan towards reopening. We’ll post here shortly details about how to turn those pledges into gifts. 

Work with us
Later this year we’ll be advertising for staff and volunteer roles to help run Camas in 2027 and beyond. 

Sign up to the Iona Community Newsletter (using the form at the bottom of this page) to get updates about Camas and other events and opportunities with the Iona Community

We’ll continue to share updates here as plans develop. Thank you for your patience, encouragement and ongoing commitment to Camas. 

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Camas – a very special outdoor centre

Group bookings

Camas is delighted to accept enquires from groups in the voluntary sector, support and social care services, education and more. We would be delighted to assist you with your plans to make sure we facilitate a programme to meet the needs and hopes of your group.  Camas staff include skilled and experienced youth workers, environmental and outdoor activities facilitators, and staff skilled in the art of reflection. Our high staff/guest ratio, welcoming and hospitable atmosphere, and stunning location mean that days at Camas are unforgettable. 

While at Camas, your group will experience: 

• A week of nurturing outdoor and community experiences for young people and adults. 
• A safe, caring environment with flexible programmes to meet your needs. 
• A range of activities to build confidence and community including: kayaking and raft building; rock climbing and abseiling; forest, forage & nature connecting; wild camping; coasteering; low-level hill walking and beach trips; art, crafts, drama and music; solo and group reflections; time in the kitchen and gardens. 
• Joining in with ‘getting stuff done’ (GSDs) which includes washing up and taking care of the centre. 
• Rounding off each day with a candlelit dinner, time for reflection and evenings by the fire.