Stephen
Metcalfe, local MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock, paid a visit to
Kingston Ridge Scout Campsite last week to for a tour of the facilities and to
see firsthand the issues with the road leading to the site.
The
camp site is a first class development owned and managed by Basildon District
Scouts, offering an 8 acre oasis just two miles away from the centre of
Basildon. As well as an excellent range of camping facilities, the site
also hosts a rifle and archery ranges, a climbing tower, a mega zip wire, and
an adventure playground.
Mr
Metcalfe commented: “This was my first visit to the Campsite and I was
extremely impressed by all that it has to offer. The team managing the site
have maintained an unspoiled, natural environment whilst still offering a wide
range of outdoor activities that I’m sure anyone would enjoy using!”
Unfortunately,
large potholes and an uneven surface can leave users facing a bumpy ride before
reaching the campsite. The road leading to the site does not reflect the quality
found elsewhere and is in desperate need of some maintenance and repair,
something which the local MP has said he will take up.
Mr
Metcalfe added: “My thanks go to Steve Little and Cllr Sandra Hillier, chair of
Basildon District Scouts, for showing me all that Kingston Ridge has to offer
and for also drawing my attention to the issue on the road. It is a shame that
such a brilliant site has this issue with access and I look forward to working
with them to find a solution to the problem.”
For
further information about the campsite and for booking details, please see: http://www.kingstonridgecampsite.co.uk
