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Adventurous and Educational Activities
Burst out of the classroom
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tel: 0845 300 2549
Ferny Crofts – The New Forest Experience
Our latest centre is situated in the New Forest, a perfect place to experience the outdoors.
See page 10 for more.
Your adventure IT’S NOT SIMPLY A FEW DAYS AWAY FROM SCHOOL...
Scout Activity Centres are all operated by The Scout Association – the UK’s largest mixed youth organisation.
Our aim is simple – to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential.
We believe this makes us the perfect people to deliver great outdoor experiences that support the National Curriculum, Every Child Matters and Learning Outside the Classroom.
PERFECT PARTNERS
We create a successful partnership with every group that visits, even if it’s only for one day. Our team will spend time making sure we fully understand your aims and objectives and deliver exactly what you want.
TRY US OUT
Each centre offers a number of informal open days throughout the year. And if a date doesn’t suit, just contact the centre and arrange to pop in. We can also come to you either for a chat, or why not let us deliver some free taster activities in your school?
We look foward to seeing you soon!WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE?
1. PRE AND POST VISIT LESSON IDEAS We believe the best outdoor experiences start in the classroom and continue once you return. Therefore, our lesson ideas help you make the most of being outside.
2. WE’RE SIMPLY ABOUT ADVENTURE Because we are a charity, you can be safe in the knowledge that we are committed to the quality of your experience, not just generating income. Any income we do generate is reinvested into our centres and Scouting across the UK.
3. WE HAVE OVER 100 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE OF DELIVERING ADVENTURE This is longer than anyone else out there. Add to this the parents of 400,000 children who trust us to look after their children every night of the week and you will understand why we are a favourite choice.
4. LARGE ORGANISATION – SMALL, FRIENDLY CENTRES With ½ million members, we are the UK’s largest mixed youth organisation and yet our centres only deal with a small number of young people at a time. This is to make sure we can give everyone the attention they deserve and help them get the most from the experience.
5. DELIVER THE PROGRAMME YOURSELF For those teachers more confident in leading an outdoor experience, you simply book elements of your trip with us and deliver the rest yourself. See page 6 for more.
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starts here!
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Most definitely one of
the best things I have
ever done.
Memories of fun and
adventure I’ll take with
me long after I’ve
left school...Catherine, 12
The difference it makes HOW dOEs spENdiNg timE at ONE Of Our cENtrEs HElp a yOuNg pErsON’s EducatiON?
It’s hard to put into words what a young person can achieve while taking part in residential and/or adventurous activities. The progression in self confidence, communication skills and the development of a sense of team is hard to rival in any other environment.
EvEry cHild mattErs
We can deliver every one of the initiative’s five outcomes – just talk to our programme team about adjusting activities to meet your exact needs.
NatiONal curriculum
Taking part in a residential or day programme will broadly help meet the overall aims of the curriculum as well as some specific subject areas.
BEiNg OutsidE is ONly ONE small part Of tHE ExpEriENcE…
Equally as important is the preparation and the follow up once you’re back in school. We recognise this which is why we have developed a number of pre- and post-trip lesson ideas and resources. See over the page for one example and visit the website for more!
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‘Every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning and personal development, whatever their age, ability or circumstances’
learning Outside the classroom manifesto
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What we do OPTION 1: EDUCATION AND ADVENTURE
Let us do it for you – we will work with you to understand your requirements then build you
a package to suit. You might choose one of our off-the-shelf packages, from two to five days
or work with us to tailor one to your specific needs. With a range of activities from Archery to
Zip Wires, each provides a very different learning outcome. Together we will agree what mix of
challenges are appropriate to your group.
Whether you want the group to camp or stay indoors we have a range of facilities to meet your
needs. Fully equipped kitchens are available in our lodges but there is still the option of a full
catering service. Our centre staff are on hand throughout the booking process to assist you in
finding a package that will suit you. When you arrive on centre a dedicated Programme Leader
will work with you, keeping the group entertained from breakfast until bedtime – the only hard
part is deciding what to have for lunch!
OPTION 2: SELF PROGRAMME
Our unique Self Programme is aimed at teachers who want to run elements of the residential themselves. You book desired accommodation (or camping space and equipment), catering (if required) and any number of activities from the standard list (see page 8).
You then put together your programme using as many or as few of our instructor-led activities. Once this is done, simply fill in the gaps with your own programme ideas.
We can provide activity ideas with full lesson plans and resources should you need some ideas.the price is based on how much you book – for a full price list go to our website.
OPTION 3: ACTIVITY DAY
We will customise a programme around your time constraints and needs. From simply using our woodlands for an environmental or art project to taking part in some team building activities, our team will be happy to help.
Arrive around 11am Breakfast Breakfast
Settling in Climbing Low Ropes
Site orientation Orienteering Zip Wire
Lunch Lunch Lunch
Team Building Sensory Trail
Departure (typically 3pm)Archery Backwoods Cooking
Dinner Dinner
Egg Drop Wide Games
DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3
for a full activity list see page 8.
Our programmes
Every programme is written after ensuring we fully understand what you want the group to achieve while with us. Most of the activities we offer can be delivered in different ways to meet various needs. We ensure our instructors are fully aware of your requirements so they can deliver the appropriate content.
The above programme can be delivered in a way that covers all the Every Child Matters headings and/or various areas of the National Curriculum.
We also understand the importance of pre and post work to ensure the pupils get the most from the experience. Below is an example of a pre-residential lesson.
For more ideas visit our website.
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A typical three-day Education and
Adventure Programme
lEarNiNg OBjEctivE:
Children should learn about the centre and its surrounding area.
tEacHiNg activitiEs:
Ask the class to do some research into the site they will be visiting using resources such
as the internet and books. Ask them to locate the centre on a map and plan a route
to travel from school. Students should be able to make comparisons between home
and the centre including its location, land use, populations, history etc.
lEarNiNg OutcOmE:
To have a knowledge and understanding of the area they will be visiting and how
it differs from their home town.
curriculum liNks
Geography 1a, e. 2a, c, d. 3a, b, c, d, f. 6a, d. ICT 11b. Citizenship/ PSHE 1c, 5h.
QCA Geog. Unit 6, 13, 25. ICT Unit 2C. PE Unit 30.
Pre-residential lesson
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3G Swing AbseilingAdventure Course
Aerial TrekAeroballArcheryBCU Kayak and Canoe Courses
Bell BoatsCamp Craft/Bushcraft
CanoeingChase TrailClimbingCrate StackingDinghy Sailing
Drascombe Long Boats
EnvironmentalFan Descender
Frisbee GolfG8 - Global Awareness
Grass SledgingHigh All Aboard
High See-SawHike RoutesJacobs LadderJump MatsKayakingLaunch TripsLeap of FaithLow RopesMedium Ropes
OrienteeringPedal Go KartsPicture TrailPioneeringPole ClimbingRaft BuildingRevolving Climbing Wall
Rifle ShootingRowing Boats
RYA Dinghy Courses
Shelter BuildingSwimming Pool
Team BuildingSensory Trail
Zip Wire
Backwoods Cooking
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Our centres
tEam BuildiNg
A number of small problems and
tasks to get your group really
working together. The tasks will
vary depending on the group
but all are designed to challenge
them. Each task is reviewed
to ensure that the group
develop their skills throughout
the activity.
ENvirONmENtal
Take your group hunting
for mini beasts In the local
woodlands. Armed with
collection pots, viewing
trays and nets, the group
will discuss and identify
what they find.
Zip WirE
Travel at high speed,
while suspended and
harnessed from an
overhead cable.
Determination and
courage required!
3g sWiNg
This amazing activity starts
with two people being
hauled 10 metres into the
air by the rest of the group.
When both people agree,
they pull the ripcord and
swing towards the ground
at high speed. How high
will you go?
Our activities
lEap Of faitH
Will you make it to the
trapeze bar suspended
in front of you? Individuals
take it in turn to test their
nerve, but will they or won’t
they make it to the bar before
being lowered to safety?
Activities @ our centres
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lOcatiON
Only eight miles from JCT 4 on the M25 and just outside Orpington.
aBOut dOWNE
Celebrating its 80th birthday in 2009, Downe is a beautiful, wooded 86-acre site. The centre is part of a proposed World Heritage Site due to its long association with Charles Darwin. This famous naturalist once roamed the woodland, carrying out his experiments.
surrOuNdiNgs
Downe is only 16 miles from the centre of London and all its attractions. We are also next door to Down House, where Darwin once lived.
tO BOOk
And for more information, contact the Downe team on 01959 572121 or email [email protected]
I’ve been coming to Downe
for three years now. Every
time is different and every
time the kids love it.’
Sam, teacher
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86 acres
of
woodland
darwin’s
home
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3 lOdgEs slEEpiNg 28-38 pEOplE
campiNg
catEriNg availaBlESelf or full catering
prOgrammEs availaBlE Education and Adventure, Self Programme and Activity Day
aErial trEk
Climb the wall to reach the top of
the trek, before trying to make
your way around the obstacle
course high in the air. Will you
make the leap across the gap? Can
you successfully tackle the scramble
net? Challenge yourself and find
out!
See page 8 for the full activity list.
Example activity
lOcatiON Only 10 miles from the centre of Southampton and five miles from Lyndhurst.
aBOut fErNy crOfts
Situated in the heart of The New Forest with all its natural beauty and attractions, the centre is the ideal location for environmental, biology and geography activities as well as adventurous activities.
surrOuNdiNgs
The New Forest is rich with attractions, educational opportunities and is simply a great place to get close to nature. Just a few things of interest nearby are Bucklers Hard Maritime Village, Beaulieu Palace and Motor Museum and The New Forest Nature Quest.
tO BOOk
And for more information, contact the Ferny Crofts team on 0238 084 5092 or email [email protected]
“We had a fantastic week
and the staff are the best
we have ever come across.
Sam, Wimbledon
fErNy crOfts Tel: +44 (0)238 084 5092 Email: [email protected] 12 13
in the heart
of the
New forest
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“We had a fantastic week
and the staff are the best
we have ever come across.
Sam, Wimbledon
climBiNg
As you move up the wall you will
feel your confidence grow as you
push for the summit on one of our
purpose-built climbs.
lOW rOpEs
An excellent activity that lowers
the physical difficulty to allow
teamwork to take a stronger role.
See page 8 for the full activity list.
Example activities
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campiNg
catEriNg availaBlESelf or full catering
prOgrammEs availaBlE Education and Adventure, Self Programme and Activity Day
lOcatiON
About 15 minutes from JCT 26 of the M25 only 25 minutes on the train from central London, the centre sits in Epping Forest.
aBOut gilWEll park
Set in 108 acres, Gilwell Park is in north-east London on the edge of beautiful Epping Forest. It has the feel of a country estate with all the advantages of being located close to the capital.
surrOuNdiNgs
Epping Forest is on the doorstep and with 6,000 acres of natural riches, it’s the perfect spot for mountain biking. It’s also within easy reach of central London.
There is a horse riding school and sailing club nearby.
tO BOOk
And for more information contact the Gilwell Park team on 020 8498 5411 or email [email protected]
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‘The post-residential lesson was almost as much fun as the activities themselves.
Almost...Robert, teacher
gilWEll park Tel: +44 (0)20 8498 5411 Email: [email protected] www.scouts.org.uk/sac
faN dEscENdEr
Do you dare to experience free-
fall from the top of our high ropes
course? The Fan Descender will
gently stop you before you hit
the ground.
sENsOry trail
How much do we rely on our
senses? Explore each of the five
human senses through a number
of games and challenges.
See page 8 for the full activity list.
Example activities
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campiNg
catEriNg availaBlESelf or full catering
prOgrammEs availaBlE Education and Adventure, Self Programme and Activity Day
Only 25
mins from
london
lOcatiON
About 50 miles north west of Newcastle, on the shore of Kielder Water.
aBOut HaWkHirst
Nestled within 200 square miles of Northumberland’s Kielder Forest, and surrounded on three sides by the vast expanse of Kielder Water, Hawkhirst extends across 70 acres of mainly coniferous forest.
This makes the centre the perfect location for water sports and land activities.
I loved it when we got
out of our canoes and
sang some songs. It was
really brilliant.
Thanks a lot. Leah, 10
27 miles
of
shoreline
stunning
location
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surrOuNdiNgs
Rich in history and natural wonders, there is lots to do around the centre. From a trip to Kielder Castle, a look at the history of the valley or a visit to either Hadrian’s Wall or the Kielder Observatory.
tO BOOk
And for more information contact the Hawkhirst team 01434 250 217 or email [email protected]
BEll BOats
A cross between dragon
boating and canoeing, with up
to 12 people in each boat. A great
way to get moving on the water
and develop teamwork,
co-ordination and leadership.
pOlE climBiNg
Put on the climbing irons and see
if you can make it to the top of the
pole to ring the bell.
See page 8 for the full activity list.
Example activities
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campiNg
catEriNg availaBlESelf or full catering
prOgrammEs availaBlE Education and Adventure, Self Programme and Activity Day
Thanks for all the fun
activities and time spent
with us. I think everyone
has learnt a lot.
Jakub, 13
lOcatiON
Only 7 miles from the centre of Oxford and about 10 minutes from the A34.
aBOut yOulBury
Situated in the heart of rural Oxfordshire, yet only a short drive from the historic city of Oxford, Youlbury is set in 42 acres of secluded woodland.
surrOuNdiNgs
Oxford’s city centre, with its rich history is close by. The Science Oxford, Cogges Manor Farm and RYA Sailing School are also within easy reach.
tO BOOk
And for more information contact the Youlbury team on 01865 326 264 or email [email protected]
18 19yOulBury Tel: +44 (0)1865 326 264 Email: [email protected] www.scouts.org.uk/sac
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campiNg
catEriNg availaBlESelf or full catering
prOgrammEs availaBlE Education and Adventure, Self Programme and Activity Day
cratE stackiNg
Balance, confidence and pushing
yourself to the limit are all key
to this activity. As the stack gets
higher with you perched on top,
holding your nerve becomes the
key to success.
See page 8 for the full activity list.
Example activity
I enjoyed every single
part of it. Thank you for
all of it. I wish I
was still there. Luke, 12
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Over 100
years’
experience Over 30
activities
and
growing!
Making a booking 1. cHOOsE a cENtrE Decide which centre meets your requirements
2. arraNgE a sitE visitEither attend one of our regular open days throughout the year or contact the team to arrange a visit at a time that suits you.
3. dEcidE WHat yOu WaNt tO dOSelf Programme or Education and Adventure? Full catering or self catering?
4. cHEck availaBilityContact our team to check availability – get in touch with the centre directly or email [email protected]
5. makE a prOvisiONal BOOkiNgThe centre will send you confirmation and request your deposit.
6. pay dEpOsit tO cONfirmOnce you have paid your deposit our programme team will contact you to arrange your programme.
7. arrivE at tHE cENtrE...
Simply follow these steps...
...and have a great time!
mEEt tHE tEam
We have a mixture of staff working on our centres from all around the world and they are all selected for their passion and belief in what we do. All our staff undertake a comprehensive training programme before we let them loose on groups. Where appropriate, all staff hold the relevant national governing body (NGB) qualification or have been assessed by a suitably qualified technical advisor.
We know that our staff are the one thing that will really make a difference to your experience so we work very hard to select the right people. All staff are put through an enhanced CRB check, trained and then we keep them happy so they keep you happy!
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FAQS WHy is it sO cHEap?
The Scout Association is a charity. Our centres are run in line with the Association’s aim to promote the development of young people. This is also our primary aim so we can keep our prices down while still providing excellent service.
dO yOur cENtrEs HavE aN aala licENcE?
Hawkhirst delivers activities that fall under the scope of this licensing scheme. The rest of our centres follow our safety system, which is formulated from our long experience in working with young people and several technical experts. Visit www.scouts.org.uk/sac/safety.html
dO WE HavE tO stay mON–fri?
We are incredibly flexible. You tell us how long you want to stay and we’ll do our best to accommodate you. We understand that not everyone wants a generic outdoor experience so we’ll do all we can to make sure you get the most from your time outside the classroom.
arE all tHE staff crB cHEckEd?
Yes – everyone is checked through the enhanced CRB route.
is it safE?
Everything we do is fully risk assessed and necessary control measures are in place. Copies of all our risk assessments are available on request.
WHat traiNiNg dO iNstructOrs rEcEivE?
All our instructors go through a comprehen-sive training programme, including any rel-evant national governing body qualifications.
HOW dOEs tHis liNk tO tHE curriculum aNd EvEry cHild mattErs?
See page 4. There’s not enough room to fit everything in here but full details on how any of the activities or programmes relate are on our website. Can’t see what you want or have an idea for incorporating another subject area? Simply let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
WHat suppOrt dO WE gEt ON-sitE?
All our centres will have someone on duty 24 hours a day while you are there. In addition to this groups taking up our Education and Adventure programme will be assigned a programme leader to support you through-out your stay.
caN WE ruN sOmE Of Our OWN activitiEs?
Because of how we operate we are truly flexible. If you want to run large parts of your programme while you are with us the Self Programme is the option for you. If you just want to do a small part then you can still book Education and Adventure Programme – just let our team know how much time you have.
arE tHE cENtrEs cOvErEd By iNsuraNcE?
Yes, all our centres have comprehensive public liability insurance for up to £5m. Users of our activity centres should consider whether they wish to obtain other insurances, such as cancellation or personal accident insurance. Information on possible options can be provided on request.
sOmEtHiNg WE’vE fOrgOttEN?
If you have a query that is not covered here, or would like more information on the topics mentioned, contact our centres directly.
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Birmingham3 hrs 2.5 hrs 2 hrs 4.5 hrs 1.5 hrs
155 miles 155 miles 120 miles 236 miles 82 miles
Bristol3 hrs 2 hrs 2.5 hrs 6 hrs 1.5 hrs
147 miles 118 miles 145 miles 318 miles 70 miles
Carlisle6 hrs 6 hrs 5 hrs 1.5 hrs 4. hrs
345 miles 345 miles 310 miles 43 miles 272 miles
Edinburgh8 hrs 8 hrs 7 hrs 2 hrs 6.5 hrs
440 miles 440 miles 407 miles 76 miles 370 miles
Leicester2.5 hrs 3 hrs 2 hrs 4.5 hrs 2 hrs
141 miles 160 miles 105 miles 235 miles 88 miles
London1 hrs 2 hrs 1 hrs 6 hrs 1.5 hrs
18 miles 93 miles 16 miles 330 miles 66 miles
Newcastle5.5 hrs 6 hrs 5 hrs 1 hrs 4.5 hrs
300 miles 340 miles 275 miles 52 miles 266 miles
Norwich2.5 hrs 4 hrs 2 hrs 6 hrs 3 hrs
130 miles 215 miles 102 miles 304 miles 177 miles
Oxford2 hrs 1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs 5.5 hrs 15min
87 miles 80 miles 74 miles 310 miles 5 miles
Reading1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs 6 hrs 1 hrs
61 miles 60 miles 66 miles 335 miles 28 miles
Southampton2 hrs 0.5 hrs 2 hrs 7 hrs 1.5 hrs
95 miles 13 miles 105 miles 374 miles 65 miles
Swindon2 hrs 1.5 hrs 2 hrs 6 hrs 1 hrs
110 miles 80 miles 107 miles 312 miles 27 miles
Travelling times to our centres
Scout Activity Centres are dotted around Britain. Look below to find your local centre.
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Once we returned to class, all the k
ids could talk
about was the high ropes course.’’’’
daljit, teacher