1) Community mobilisation
Gather stories, pledges of support, and letters of intent from ex‑campers and friends of Trewan.
Trewan Hall, forever.
A welcoming community for everyone who’s pitched a tent, swum in the pool, danced in the barn, enjoyed live music on summer evenings, and found a little bit of magic at Trewan Hall.
We are preparing a community-led bid for Trewan Hall — preserving its spirit while securing its future.
What is this?
Friends of Trewan Hall is a grassroots hub created by campers and fans. Our goals are to:
- Celebrate Trewan’s history with photos, stories, and memories.
- Honour the decades of hard work and stewardship by the Hill family, who welcomed generations of campers and cared for Trewan’s house, gardens, and woodland.
- Keep the community connected with updates and events.
- Build support for a community-led bid to purchase Trewan Hall, ensuring it continues to thrive in the hands of people who love it.
Why Trewan matters
Trewan Hall isn’t just a campsite — it’s a place where generations learned to camp, made lifelong friends, and returned year after year. Thanks to the Hill family’s dedication, Trewan became known for its warm welcome, beautiful grounds, live music, and unique spirit.
Memories we share:
- Throwing a welly in the field on a summer’s day.
- Eating a Cornish pasty from the campsite shop.
- Learning to swim in the pool.
- The rite of passage of entering the teenage room.
- Family table tennis tournaments in the Ping Pong Palace.
- Slot car racing in the Round House.
- Singing the Trewan Hall song with Ken.
- Playing cricket on the lawn in front of the hall.
- Community loyalty: decades of repeat visitors; multi‑generation families.
- Stewardship: woodland, gardens, and historic buildings cared for with love and respect.
- Cultural life: a home for live music and support for local cultural groups.
- Goodwill & word‑of‑mouth: a reputation money can’t buy.
Support the community bid
We are preparing a community-led bid to buy Trewan Hall. The goal is to raise approximately £1.2 million from the community, with the remainder of the purchase financed through debt. By registering, you show support and let us know the level of backing we can count on.
Benefits of investing
- Expected return: the current model targets around 6% annual return, with significant potential to grow the business responsibly.
- Preserve a legacy: help safeguard a much‑loved campsite with over 60 years of history.
- Community impact: support sustainable tourism, heritage stewardship, and a space for families to return to year after year.
- Growth potential: enhance and expand the business where appropriate — without harming the soul of the campsite.
- Supporters’ group: join fellow backers with annual meet‑ups, special updates, and ways to stay involved in Trewan’s future.
- Belonging: be part of a collective of people who love Trewan.
Our roadmap
2) Secure debt financing
Engage with specialist lenders and supportive institutions to line up debt funding alongside community investment.
3) Preliminary bid
Submit a credible community offer for Trewan Hall, backed by investors and financing partners.
4) Due diligence on investment
Undertake thorough financial, legal, and property due diligence to ensure the bid is sound and sustainable.
5) Structuring and completion
Finalise the investment structure, complete the purchase, and transition Trewan Hall into community‑led ownership.
6) Future stewardship
Operate and grow the campsite carefully — enhancing facilities, supporting live music and cultural groups, and protecting treasured traditions.
Important: This site does not yet solicit investments or offer securities. Any formal bid and investment process will include full details and comply with applicable regulations.
FAQ
What are you doing?
We are organising a community‑led bid for Trewan Hall to bring together ex‑campers, friends, and supporters to secure Trewan’s future.
What return can I expect?
The current model targets around 6% annual return, with opportunities to grow the business further in a sustainable way.
Will the campsite change?
Our goal is to grow Trewan sustainably — adding revenue opportunities and cultural programming where appropriate, without damaging the magic and traditions that make it special.
Where can I get updates or share my Trewan story?
Join our Facebook group for regular updates and to post your memories and photos.
About me
My name is William Southwell — Partner in a consultancy firm, property investor, family man, adventurer, camper, dreamer!
Trewan Hall has been an important part of my life, and I believe its legacy should be safeguarded by the community who love it most.
Share your story
We’re gathering memories to demonstrate the love and support for Trewan Hall. Please post your stories and photos directly to our Facebook group so everyone can enjoy them.
- Favourite memory at Trewan
- Year(s) you visited
- Photos (welly throwing, pool milestones, ping pong palace, cricket on the lawn, and more!)
Note: posts in the group are subject to Facebook’s community standards and group moderation.
Contact
We don’t publish an email address on this site. Please use the support form above or message us via the Facebook group.