Buzz Active Bushy Wood School Trip

Hailsham BN27 3LZ

Residential Trip Residentials London & South East

Choose your next residential adventure with Buzz Active!

Residential trips comprising of land and water based activities at three unique sites around East Sussex.

Bushy Wood- camp or stay in bunk houses. Onsite facilities include showers, catering facilities, shop, fire sites, Archery, climbing, air rifles, high ropes, team building challenges, pioneering and more.

Eastbourne- visit this site for a day of sailing and windsurfing activity on princes park lake

Cuckmere - visit this site for a day of paddle sport, including kayaking, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), raft building and Giant SUP’s. Orienteering and shelter building in Friston Forest.

Choose a 1, 2, 3 or 4 night package and build the activity package that meets your needs.

-All transport between activity sites*

-All activity equipment provided

-Evening activities

-Catering onsite at Bushy wood

-Activity days at our Eastbourne and Cuckmere site as well as all the land based activities on offer at the Bushy wood site.

-Stay under canvas for an authentic camping residential experience.

Discounted Arrival Days

Current School Trip Offer

5% Discount if either;
- You're booking a 2 day residential and you choose to arrive on Monday or Tuesday
- You're booking a 3 day residential and you choose to arrive on Monday

valid until: October 2026

Teacher Checklist

Risk Assessments
Inspection Visits
Free Places for Teachers
Resource Packs
AALA Licence
Institute of Outdoor Learning
RYA Centre
Paddle UK Centre
£50m PL Insurance

We can visit your school in: London & South East

What activities are available during educational visits in 2026?

Climbing
Jacobs Ladder
All Aboard
Crate Stack
Archery
Air Rifles
Team Games
Pioneering
Orienteering
Bushcraft
Kayak
Paddleboarding
Raft Build
Canoe
Sailing
Windsurfing

Night Hike
Disco
Wacky Races
Movie
Campfire
Quiz
Other bespoke evening activities

Which curriculum topics do we cater for?

Bushcraft School Trip

We offer a great location to explore all aspects of forest School, and bushcraft/ fire craft. With an abundance of material for backwoods skills and bushcraft creativity. Bushy Wood has all you need to come along and either run your own activities, or engage with one of our team to take you through introductory sessions in fire lighting and camp craft.

Watersports School Trip

Raft Building Canoeing Kayaking Sailing Windsurfing Kata Kanuing SUP Stand Up Paddleboarding

Click to read full text We have two fantastic locations a short bus ride away, where you can to learn to sail, windsurf at our Eastbourne seafront sail sport center, or paddle a kayak or Stand up paddle board at our Cuckmere Valley paddlesport centre.
Our Eastbourne site is on the seafront in Eastbourne and we have a full range of sailing and windsurfing equipment to take you from beginner to winner on the sea or on our sheltered boating lake.
At our beautiful River Cuckmere location, we have a 2.5 kilometre stretch of the old course of the Cuckmere river known as the meanders, which is safe and non tidal oxbow lake to explore and develop paddling skills and abilities with our range of kayaks, sit on tops, open canoes, stand up paddle boards giant paddle boards and katakanu's.

Physical Education School Trip

Kayaking Sailing Canoeing Climbing Orienteering Archery High Ropes

We can support students wishing to complete GCSE sailing, windsurfing and paddle sport assessments, as well as D of E modules to support the awards. Please give us your requirements and we can explain what we can offer.

Accommodation Only School Trip

Click to read full text We have accommodation only options that can support your residential experience.
You can stay in one or both of our buildings (Shackleton Lodge / Kipling Lodge)

Shackleton Lodge:
Shackleton Lodge is the larger of our two main accommodation buildings (it can also be booked for day events etc).
For normal residential use it can support a maximum group of 24 young people on the floor in the main hall, there are four side-rooms, one contains 3 bunk beds (sleeping 6), one has 2 single beds (sleeping 2) and the other 2 have a bunk-bed each (sleeping 2 in each room).
For residential stays wholly within the building the maximum party size is therefore 36, this will not be exceeded under any circumstances due to fire safety regulations, but additional numbers camping outside on the glade area are NOT counted within this total, the building with camping on the glade can support groups of 100+
At the rear of the building is a glade camping area, this is an open area that can accommodate a number of tents, when used together with the building this creates a very flexible residential arrangement, with the combination of the building and camping area.
The building is equipped with tables and chairs, and is heated by wall mounted infrared and electric fan heaters, with underfloor heating in the toilet and wetroom (no extra charge).
The kitchen is equipped with a fully certificated commercial electric cooker, with a full extraction system.
A full range of cooking equipment is provided, such as pots, pans, plates, mugs and utensils, sufficient to support 50 people, extra can be supplied upon request for larger events.
The kitchen is also equipped with a large fridge, large freezer and microwave.
Free Wifi is available within and around all of the buildings at Bushy Wood

Kipling Lodge:
Kipling Lodge is the smaller of our two main accommodation buildings (it can also be booked for day events etc).
For normal residential use it can support a maximum group of 14 young people on the floor in the main hall, aside from which there are three side-rooms, two contain 2 single beds (sleeping 2 in each bedroom), one contains a single bed (sleeping 1), this side-room has a sink with hot water, and is wheelchair accessible.
At the rear of the building is Kipling Glade, this is a large area that can accommodate a large number of tents, when used together with the building this creates a very flexible residential arrangement, with the combination of the building and camping area.
For residential stays the maximum sleeping capacity in the building is 20, this will not be exceeded under any circumstances due to fire safety regulations, however anyone camping outside on the glade area is not counted in this total, the building can support much higher numbers if the camping glade is used as well.
The building is equipped with tables and chairs, and is heated by wall mounted electric infrared and fan heaters, with underfloor heating in the toilet and wet room (no extra charge).
The kitchen is equipped with a fully certificated electric gas cooker, with a full extraction system.
A full range of cooking equipment is provided, such as pots, pans, plates, mugs and utensils, sufficient to support 50 people, extra can be supplied upon request for larger events.
The kitchen is also equipped with a fridge, freezer and microwave.
Free Wifi is available within and around all of the buildings at Bushy Wood.

Fieldstudies School Trip

Rivers Sustainability

We're able to build a bespoke programme to accommodate your curriculum, We can provide spaces for learning or provide instructors to support your teachers.
Please do get in touch to discuss your requirements further.

Sustainability School Trip

Materials and recycling Plastic pollution Extreme Weather Rainforest Sustainable living Global warming Renewable Energy Climate change Conservation Fairtrade Pollution

At Buzz Active we’re passionate about the water and the beach environment. This means that we want to protect our precious beaches and the surrounding area by minimising our impact and maximising our positive output.
We hope to educate as many people as possible.

Team Building School Trip

Click to read full text We bring the energy, the structure and the fun.
Our team building experiences are fully run by our experienced instructors, so teachers can step back while students step up to exciting challenges that build team work, confidence and communication skills.

Our sessions go far beyond fun and games. Each activity is designed to bring out key soft skills in students such as resilience, leadership, critical thinking and effective communication through real time, hands on experiences. We believe in learning by doing and our team expertly facilitates reflection and discussion to help students connect their experiences to personal growth and classroom learning.

We also understand every school is different. That’s why we work closely with staff to tailor each programme to align with your school’s ethos and priorities. Whether your focus is on inclusivity, leadership development, mental wellbeing or preparing students for transition years, we’ll design a bespoke experience that reinforces your values and enhances your wider curriculum goals.

What size groups do we cater for?

We can accommodate groups of all sizes from 6 up to 300 for residentials.
Please contact us for activities plans and ideas.

On-site classroom facilities?

We have classroom facilities at all sites.

Is there first aid on site?

All staff are first aid qualified.

Access for visitors with disabilities

We have DDS compliant changing facilities and are open to discussion with group leader and participants for the range of activities we offer. Some of our activities are limited for disability users due to the nature of the equipment. However please do contact us to find out what we can do for your group.

Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Yes. Please contact us to discuss in more detail.

Anything else?

Get in touch using the form below.

Once you send us an enquiry we will be able to send you a copy of all our prices and the different packages we're able to offer.

Who are Buzz Active?

Buzz Active is a non-profit organisation, run by East Sussex County Council. Our vision is to provide access to outdoor activities to all, in stunning locations in East Sussex. We run nationally accredited courses, taught by qualified instructors, for individuals, groups and families, for children from 6 onwards, for schools, and groups with special needs.

Special rates for schools outside of peak season

Adventure doesn’t stop for winter – discover our new off season offers!

We’re excited to share our exclusive off season prices for group activities running between 1st October 2025 – 31st March 2026 (subject to availability).

Whether you’re looking to enrich your curriculum, boost teamwork, or simply enjoy a day of adventure, Buzz Active has a programme for you.

- Water & Land Taster Sessions
Choose from sailing, Windsurfing, kayaking, paddleboarding, raft building, climbing & high ropes, archery, bushcraft and more. Perfect for introducing your group to new challenges in a fun, engaging environment.
We could even take a group (max 8) on one of our brand new GLOW SUP sessions (start times being 30 minutes before sunset)

- Adventure Activity Days
Create a full day programme at one of our sites; Bushy Wood, Cuckmere, or Eastbourne. Mix and match water and land based activities to suit your group.
From climbing walls and crate stacks to giant paddleboards and mountain biking, there’s something for everyone.

- Curriculum Linked Courses & Clubs
Designed to support PE, geography, science, and personal development, our multi session courses build teamwork, confidence, and skills.
I’ve attached a copy of one of our course frameworks, that we’ve used with a school on a year round outdoor learning programme, so you can get some idea of what we can do.
Certification is included, such as RYA sailing and windsurfing or Paddle UK awards. After school clubs are also available.

Why book off season?
- Discounted prices for groups
- Flexible programmes tailored to your needs
- Smaller group sizes = more time on activities
- A great way to keep young people engaged through the colder months

Book early - spaces are limited and subject to availability.

If you would like to make a booking, or have any questions, please use the form below.

Off Peak Prices

10% Discount if you book your residential between 13th April - 22nd May
Additional 5% Discount if either;
- You're booking a 2 day residential and you choose to arrive on Monday or Tuesday
- You're booking a 3 day residential and you choose to arrive on Monday

Off Peak Prices

15% Discount if you book your residential between 2nd September - 23rd October
Additional 5% Discount if either;
- You're booking a 2 day residential and you choose to arrive on Monday or Tuesday
- You're booking a 3 day residential and you choose to arrive on Monday

Teacher Checklist

Risk Assessments
Inspection Visits
Free Places for Teachers
Resource Packs
AALA Licence
Institute of Outdoor Learning
RYA Centre
Paddle UK Centre
£50m PL Insurance