Activities outdoors

Activities outdoors: pick what suits you. Options for beginners, families or groups, in the finest settings there are.

Duration

A few hours to a day

Difficulty

Easy – Moderate

Location

Woods, parks, wild country and open spaces

Season

Spring to autumn; some activities run all year

What are activities outdoors?

Activities outdoors are organised sessions in the open air that put exploring, moving about and learning together.

The participants get to know their surroundings through games, watching and hands-on work.

They suit children, families, schools and organised groups.

The kinds of group activities outdoors can be arranged for.

Right for

Children

Children

Activities set to their age and how much they can take on.

Families

Families

Time spent together in the open air.

School groups

School groups

Activities that teach and entertain.

Summer camps

Summer camps

Activities that form part of a holiday programme.

Organised groups

Organised groups

Programmes for events and outings.

Outdoor experiences

Activities outdoors: experiences available

Book activities run by specialist organisers.

Kinds of activity

Getting out into nature

Getting to know the plants, the animals and the place itself.

Walks and easy trails

Going out into wild country at a pace that suits everyone.

Learning about the environment

Activities about looking after the natural world.

Outdoor games

Games that get everyone moving and working together.

Watching the natural world

Watching birds, plants or whatever else is about.

What is included

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Walks outdoors

Following trails through open country.

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Team games

Hands-on activities in the open air.

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Learning by doing

Getting to know the place first-hand.

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Navigation

Finding your bearings and staying on the trail.

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Creative activities

Making things out of what you find outdoors.

How the activity runs

01

Getting started

Introducing the place and the rules.

02

Exploring

The participants get out and look around.

03

Hands-on activities

Games, exercises and challenges.

04

Wrapping up

Closing the programme and going over how it went.

At a glance

How long it lasts

From a few hours to a full day, depending on the programme.

Location

Woods, parks, nature reserves or country areas.

Kind of group

Works for families, schools and organised groups.

Booking a slot

Worth doing for anything run with a guide.

What to bring

The right clothing

Clothes for the weather and for being outdoors.

Suitable footwear

Trainers or walking boots for natural ground.

Water and snacks

Worth taking on longer activities.

Cover for the weather

A cap, sun protection or a rain cape, as the season asks.

Safety and organisation

Supervision
Routes matched to you
Respect for the countryside
First aid

Weather

01

Fair weather

Most outdoor activities run in ordinary conditions.

02

Rain

The programme can be adjusted or moved to another day.

03

Hot weather

Drink plenty and keep out of the sun.

04

Cold weather

You need kit that suits the season.

Frequently asked questions about activities outdoors

Are they suitable for younger children?
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Yes — the activities can be set to the age of the children.

Do I need experience?
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No — most of the activities suit beginners.

Can they be arranged for schools?
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Yes — they suit school trips and learning programmes.

What happens if it rains?
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The programme can be adjusted or moved, depending on the organiser.

Can parents join in?
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Yes — many of the activities are built for children and families.