The Bushcraft Company - Penshurst Place School Trip
Residential Trip Residentials London & South East
The adventure begins as soon as you arrive, exploring the woods in search of your private tented village that you will call home for the next few days. Once found you are truly back to nature. Each school has their own private camp for the duration of their stay, meaning everything is tailored around you. Students will stay in large safari style bell tents based around a beautiful central yurt, which will be the heart of camp.We create bespoke itineraries based on the age of the students, skill level and group size. They will enjoy a range of activities, from Fire lighting and Shelter building, to Archery, Camouflage and Scenario SOS!
Our staff are fantastic! They live in the woods whilst with us and their knowledge and passion is incredible! We provide the highest standards of health and safety, and care – our staff go the extra mile to provide outstanding pastoral support while your school is on camp.
Our unforgettable Bushcraft Camps don’t just give students the taste of adventure but inspire a lifetime of it!
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What activities are available during educational visits?
Fire lighting
Shelter building
Wilderness First Aid
Scenario SOS
Cutting tools
Archery
Axe throwing
Pottery
Camouflage and concealment
Wilderness walk
Animal tracking
Trap Making
Camp craft
Wilderness cookery
Bushtucker trial
Survival bracelets
Evening games
and more...
Shelter building
Wilderness First Aid
Scenario SOS
Cutting tools
Archery
Axe throwing
Pottery
Camouflage and concealment
Wilderness walk
Animal tracking
Trap Making
Camp craft
Wilderness cookery
Bushtucker trial
Survival bracelets
Evening games
and more...
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
Citizenship School Trip
Personal development and resilience Team building
Students work in smaller groups of around 15 students, which we call Tribes. The activities are designed so the students work collaboratively to achieve the end goal and realise their own potential. We put their skills to the test in multiple situations where they can truly be challenged in an exciting way. The students will have increased resilience and overall personal development.
Physical Education School Trip
Many of our activities encourage the students to be physically active in many ways, including collecting fire wood, wilderness walks and playing woodland games. It is a great way to enjoy fitness in a fun and safe environment.
All our activities are designed so that everyone can take part in every activity at the same time. This encourages teamwork and also ensures the students get the most out of every minute on camp. They are not simply watching their friends do an activity, they are experiencing every moment too.
PSHE School Trip Click to expand
Healthy Living Healthy eating Teamwork and resilience
Getting back to the great outdoors is the best way to promote healthy living. Many of our activities are physically active, so the students can enjoy exercise in a fun way. Other activities may be less physically active and instead promote mental challenges, encouraging them to be innovative and overcome challenges in an positive way.
We have a fantastic healthy menu on camp, catering for all dietary requirements. Students participate some of the cooking, giving them the opportunity to learn and have a positive understanding of the food we eat.
All activities are designed to build resilience, confidence and teamwork.
Wildlife School Trip
Great things happen in the great outdoors! Taking place in the tranquillity of the woods, students will engage and connect with the natural world in a way that possibly they have never done so before. They will go on interesting wilderness walks, learning about the wildlife around us. Our leaders have a fantastic depth of knowledge and are passionate about the natural world, which they love to share with the students
Bushcraft School Trip
Bushcraft skills are at the core of what we do. There’s a whole host of activities available; Fire Lighting, Shelter Building, Camouflage and Concealment, Trap Making, Wilderness Cooking to name a few!
The leaders deliver engaging and exciting sessions where the students will learn a range of bushcraft skills, as well as developing personal skills such as communication, leadership and teamwork.
Team Building School Trip Click to expand
Bushcraft camps offer a unique and immersive environment for team building, fostering a sense of collaboration, resilience, and camaraderie among students. On camp, students are challenged to rely on one another to thrive in the natural world. Tasks such as building shelters, starting fires, and trap building require teamwork and effective communication, promoting trust and unity within the group.
Students learn to work to each others strengths, creating a dynamic team community. Additionally, the challenges presented at our camps encourage problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a shared sense of accomplishment when goals are achieved collectively. The shared experience of overcoming obstacles in the wilderness creates lasting bonds and memories, making camps a powerful and memorable opportunity for team building.
What size groups do we cater for?
30-300
Is there first aid on site?
Yes. On each camp there will be at least one qualified First Aider. In case of emergency, the Estate Manager will assist transportation to the nearest A&E department.
Access for visitors with disabilities
Yes Please let us know more about your group and we will get back to you with more details about the suitability of what we offer.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Yes We certainly can. Please use the form below to let us know your group's specific SEN requirements and we will get back to you with more information on how we can tailor our learning experience for your children.
Who are The Bushcraft Company?
We believe GREAT THINGS HAPPEN IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS!
The Bushcraft Company is a leading provider of outdoor education, offering a range of real outdoor adventures to schools across the country. In beautiful woodland settings across multiple UK locations, we provide 2-5 day bespoke residential trips.
We put technology to one side and fully embrace the great outdoors. The students get the opportunity to take part in multiple activities where they will learn new skills, increase resilience and confidence, have fun, and create lasting positive memories!
Reviews from Schools..
★★★★★
"Our year 7 students all loved their Bushcraft experience at Penshurst Place from initial safety talk to the final "leave no trace" activity. Everyone had an amazing time. The team are full of energy and enthusiasm the students. The activities are fun and varied of its trip that will become a long life memory "
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