You’re in good hands with Cumulus Outdoors

person icon Cumulus Outdoors


While 2023 was another very good and highly successful year, with many schools enjoying all that the stunning Jurassic coast in Dorset has to offer, our thoughts turn very quickly to the new year. Preparation and planning is key to providing the high quality of activities and experiences across both our Residential Centre in Swanage and our exclusive Tented Villages situated on the shores of Poole Harbour. With bespoke programmes comprising a selection of awesome adventures and experiences, including our new ropes course and tunnelling adventure at the residential centre, the safety of all our young people lies at the core of everything we do and our Chief Instructor, Jack Le Sueur, is busy ensuring that everything and everyone is ready.
Jack has a range of tasks to manage and oversee as we prepare for 2024:

· Monthly safety checks on the high ropes and the annual inspection

· Checks on harnesses, helmets and buoyancy aids

· All climbing and high ropes hardware go through a 5 point function and safety inspection

· New ropes for climbing measured and cut

· VHF and PLB checked with the Maritime Authority

· Staff placed on development courses for activity and safety management

· Coasteering and climbing external assessment for guides and assistant guides

· Technical advisor visits

· External paddlesport safety and rescue refresher for all staff

· Annual review of all Risk Assessments, Site Specific Operational Procedures, Site Specific Risk Assessments

· Completion of new activity qualifications NCC Guide award and RLSS Beach Lifeguard Trainer assessor

· Instructor sign off by activity specialists for rifles, tag archery, mountain biking, high ropes, aeroball, bushcraft, axe throwing, team games

· Lifeguard reassessment for beach lifeguards ongoing training

· First aid reassessment with a 16hr outdoor first aid and FREC 3 qualifications

· Situation and rescue training for all coasteering instructors

· First aid monthly kit checks and individual instructors’ kits renew

· DBS re check for all onsite staff
“We all love to see our young people relishing their experiences in the great outdoors” said Jack “but we also ensure this is delivered in a safe and secure environment with the expertise and equipment required to make it both memorable and safe.” Jack loves introducing people to the outdoors and showing what a positive impact it can have on their life from health to social benefits. “I also love working with our amazing team and making sure everyone encourages young people to grow their confidence and skills.

If you are interested in hearing a bit more about how Cumulus Outdoors can help you with planning your next school visit then why not get in touch here.

Preferred Date:







Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre - Swanage
Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre - Swanage
Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre - Swanage

Tailored adventure residentials on the Dorset coast at our residential centre in Swanage, can include activities such as Coasteering, Climbing, Mackerel Fishing, Field Studies, and Bushcraft, delivered by our highly qualified instructors.
view details..

Cumulus Outdoors Tented Village - Corfe Castle
Cumulus Outdoors Tented Village - Corfe Castle
Cumulus Outdoors Tented Village - Corfe Castle

Our exciting range of land and water based outdoor adventure activities take place at some of Dorset’s most iconic coastal locations and offer the unique opportunity to explore the stunning Jurassic Coastline whilst trying something new.
view details..

Cumulus Outdoors Curriculum Day Trips
Cumulus Outdoors Curriculum Day Trips
Cumulus Outdoors Curriculum Day Trips

We run exciting and fun filled Adventure Activity Days on the Jurassic Coast for schools and youth groups. These outdoor activities are designed to improve self esteem, confidence and support learning outside the classroom.
view details..

Cumulus Outdoors Activity Camps at your School
Cumulus Outdoors Activity Camps at your School
Cumulus Outdoors Activity Camps at your School

If you are looking for an alternative to your usual school residential because of Covid-19 concerns or any other reason, why not consider a school trip experience on your own school grounds, right on your doorstep!?
view details..



New Accommodation at Cumulus Outdoors
----

Cumulus Outdoors discuss their new hard top accommodation for 2020 and their exciting residential programmes.

continue reading...

Tailored Adventure programmes on the Dorset coast
----

Choice of hard top or camp with 24/7 pastoral care, unbeatable locations with every part of your stay carefully planned for you.

continue reading...

Residential programme plans for 2022 and beyond
----

Read how Cumulus Outdoors met the challenge of 2021 and their residential programme plans for 2022 and beyond.

continue reading...

Helping Young People to Learn Without Walls
----

Outdoor adventure and learning activities provide students with the opportunity to become physically confident.

continue reading...

New and improved facilities for 2023 at Cumulus Outdoors
----

We are improving the facilities at Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre and Tented Villages. Here is a sneak peak at our plans for 2023.

continue reading...

Get school trip offers by email

Unsubscribe at any time, we won't share your email with anyone else, just send you all the best offers and inspiration for your next class trip!

envelope icon Subscribe