Family Activity & Wellbeing Days

Family Wellbeing & Activity Days take place once a month throughout the autumn and winter months as part of our Access to Adventure Programme. These affordable sessions are designed to help families spend quality time together outdoors, try new activities, build confidence, and enjoy fun, low-pressure adventures in a welcoming and supportive environment.

For just £2 per person, you'll enjoy a full day of outdoor activities, with opportunities to take part in a mix of paddlesports, archery and bushcraft throughout the day. Whether you're looking to explore the outdoors for the first time or simply enjoy a day out together, these sessions are open to families of all backgrounds and experience levels.

These are family sessions, designed for adults and children to take part side by side. At least one adult must be booked onto the session with their family and remain onsite throughout the day. Parents and carers must be present while their children are participating in activities and are encouraged to get involved wherever possible. The focus is on families learning, exploring and having fun together, rather than children taking part independently.

Each session runs from 10:00 until 14:00, giving families plenty of time to try new activities, meet others, learn new skills and make lasting memories together.

Healthy snacks, hot drinks and a hearty serving of hot soup are provided throughout the day. A heated indoor space will be available throughout the day, alongside our campfire area, giving families plenty of opportunities to relax, warm up and enjoy refreshments between activities.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Activity Age Guidelines

• Everyone attending the session must have a booking, including all spectators, participating adults and children. Children under 5 years old may attend without a ticket but must remain under the supervision of their parent or guardian at all times

• Children aged 5-8 years can take part in bushcraft activities and are welcome to spectate during other activities.

• Archery is available for participants aged 7+.

• Watersports activities are available for participants aged 8+.

• Children who are not old enough for a particular activity are welcome to enjoy the campfire, social spaces, refreshments and other family activities with their accompanying adult.

🏹 Activities

Every Family Wellbeing & Activity Day includes a varied programme of activities, with opportunities to try paddlesports, archery, bushcraft and seasonal outdoor challenges. Activities will vary throughout the year, giving families the chance to enjoy new experiences and adventures together at each session.

Families can sign up for activity sessions on a first come, first served basis when they arrive. Registration opens from 10:00am, giving families time to check in, grab a drink, and choose their preferred activities for the day.

There will be two activity blocks:

• Morning Session: 10:30am - 12:00pm

• Afternoon Session: 12:30pm - 2:00pm

This flexible approach allows families to choose the activities that interest them most while ensuring everyone has plenty of time to enjoy the campfire, refreshments, social spaces, and time together between sessions.

⭐ Eligibility

To take part in the Family Wellbeing & Activity Days, families must meet the following criteria:

• Pre‑booking survey — Before booking, we ask all families to complete a short pre‑booking survey.

• Confirmed booking — Only families with a pre‑booked space can attend. We cannot accept on‑the‑day sign‑ups.

• Adult supervision — A responsible adult must remain onsite for the full duration of the session.

• Appropriate conduct — Participants must be able to follow instructions and engage safely.

• Suitable clothing — Families must arrive with weather‑appropriate outdoor clothing.

These sessions are designed to be inclusive, low‑pressure, and accessible for a wide range of needs.

🎒 What to Bring

To help your family enjoy the day comfortably, please bring:

• Weather‑appropriate outdoor clothing

• Waterproof jacket & trousers

• Water bottle

• Snacks if preferred (we will provide campfire refreshments)

For watersports taster sessions (when scheduled), please also bring:

• Full change of clothes

• Towel

• Spare shoes (close‑toed and secure — no crocs, sliders or flip flops)

We recommend avoiding valuables or mobile phones. Any phones brought along should be stored safely during activities.

We also have a full range of waterproof jackets and trousers available for families to borrow on the day, so everyone can take part comfortably regardless of the weather.

🩺 Medical & Additional Needs

We welcome families with a wide range of needs and will always do our best to support them. If anyone attending has medical requirements, allergies, or additional support needs, please share this during booking or contact us in advance so we can plan appropriately.

🛡️ Safety & Supervision

All activities are delivered by qualified instructors and supported by our youth work team. To keep sessions safe and enjoyable, we rely on participants being able to follow instructions and engage positively.

Adults remain responsible for their children’s general conduct and readiness to take part.

🎫 Important Booking Note

Only families with a confirmed booking will be able to participate. We cannot accept on‑the‑door sign‑ups on the day.