Sectional Ideas – Residential

Aim: To broaden young people’s experience through involvement with others in a residential setting

Buckinghamshire County Council Duke of Edinburgh’s Award does not approve agencies which may be used for this section of The Award. Participants and parents should satisfy themselves that appropriate safety procedures are followed.

 

Activenture

Activenture organise residential experiences for young people (guests) aged 8-18 with disabilities or special needs at their two centres; Woodrow, Buckinghamshire and Hindleap Warren, East Sussex. They need volunteers (minimum aged 14) who can befriend and help guests with personal care as part of a small group. Activities include archery, abseiling, swimming and canoeing. For more information, visit: www.londonyouth.org.uk/activenture or contact 01342 828218

Adventure Alternative

Community adventures in South America, Africa and Asia for people aged between 16 – 25 years. Contact: www.adventurealternative.com or 028708 31258 for more information

Adventure Offshore

Join the crew on one of the 15 metre ketches and become part of the crew. No experience necessary, just a willingness to be part of a team. Contact: sailing@adventuresoffshore.co.uk or visit www.adventuresoffshore.co.uk or telephone 01206 385071.

BTCV (British Trust for Conservation Volunteers)

Run conservation projects throughout the UK and overseas. For more information visit www2.btcv.org.uk or tel: 01302 388883

Calvert Trust

The Calvert Trust specialises in outdoor activities for disabled people. For more information visit www.calvert-trust.org.uk

CookAbility

Can you cook? Could you feed yourself? Would you cook for someone else? - A one week practical residential cookery course. For more details, contact Tricia Samways, telephone 01823 461374 or visit: www.residentialcookery.com

Longridge Activity Centre

Offers a wide range of courses for young people as well as a campsite for youth groups. During the summer, service crews of volunteers help the permanent staff to offer fun and rewarding activities. Canoeing, kayaking or sailing qualifications an advantage but not necessarily essential. For more information: www.longridge-uk.org or 01628 483 252.

Missenden Abbey Summer School

Opportunities for young people aged 16+ to complete a week of residential learning in Buckinghamshire. A variety of courses are on offer, such as Chinese brush painting, jewellery making, digital photography, silk painting, tai ji, graphology, floristry and much more. For information contact Margaret Baptiste on 01494 890298 or visit our website at www.arca.uk.net/missendenabbey

Tall Ships

Sign on as a working crew member onboard our Tall Ships PRINCE WILLIAM or STAVROS S NIARCHOS. These 60m traditionally square rigged Tall Ships need all hands to sail them. For more information, and to book your voyage, call 023983 2055 or visit www.tallships.org.

YHA “Do It 4 Real” Summer Camps

Offers 5 nights & 4 days of action and adventure between Sunday & Friday at an all inclusive price of £399. There are camps throughout the UK offering over 10,000 10-17 year olds the opportunity to try new activities and meet a wide range of people. For more information visit: www.doit4real.co.uk to download a brochure and booking form.