True Colours Camp on the Isle of Wight
23 May 2026
Hampshire Explorers have been invited to attend the Isle of Wight True Colours Camp as a Hampshire Contingent.
📅 Dates: Friday 18 September – Sunday 20 September
đź“Ť Location: Corf Campsite, Isle of Wight
đź‘Ą Who: Explorers
đź’· Cost: ÂŁ30 plus travel (final travel cost TBC)
Expression of interest:Â https://forms.gle/BsgCoj88W6hZyRCW7
🌟 About the Event
True Colours is a celebration for young people aged 10–18, offering a safe and supportive space to express who they are, explore their identity, and embrace themselves and others.
The previous event in 2022 welcomed around 100 young people and several external organisations.
🏕️ Programme Overview
Friday 18 September – Arrival
Explorers and Rangers from Hampshire and the Isle of Wight arrive, set up camp, and spend the evening getting to know others from across both counties.
Saturday 19 September – Main Event Day
Scouts and Guides join for a full day of activities, special guests, and live entertainment.
Morning:
- Group activities with visiting contributors and performers.
Afternoon:
Explore the site and take part in activities across themed zones, including:
- Faith, Belief & Reflection
- Mental Wellbeing
- Physical Wellbeing
- Performance & Creative Arts
- Sensory Zone
- Marketplace of Support Organisations (Fire Service, Police, Ability Dogs for Young People, Breakout Youth, St John Ambulance, IOW Youth Trust and more)
Evening:
- Food Bank cooking challenge followed by a campfire sing‑along.
Saturday Night – Explorer‑Only Activities
- Midnight Manhunt
- Stargazing
- Movies
- Additional late‑night activities throughout the night.
đź“ť Register Your Interest and âť“ Questions
Please sign up using the link provided.
This form does not confirm a place — full registration emails will be sent out in June.
Expression of interest:Â https://forms.gle/BsgCoj88W6hZyRCW7
If you have any questions, contact [email protected].