Ready for an action-packed adventure in the great outdoors?
If you’re looking for fun and adventure, you’ve come to the right place.
We’ve been busy planning an exciting and inspiring range of experiences to get young people and their families active and in touch with nature over the school holidays, and our popular Adventure Club and fun-filled Family Activity Days are both back for October half term.
Join us at either Bewerley Park in Pateley Bridge or East Barnby near Whitby. We can’t wait to see you there!
How to book
Simply call 01609 797777 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm or you can email outdooreducation@northyorks.gov.uk letting us know the activity, date and location and we’ll get back to you.
Take a look at what we’ve got planned below then get in touch with our friendly team.
What’s on
Family Activity Days
Want to spend quality time together taking on a challenge in the great outdoors? Join us on a climbing day, canoe journey or caving experience and make memories that will last a lifetime at either Bewerley Park Outdoor Education Centre in Pateley Bridge or East Barnby Outdoor Education Centre near Whitby.
When
Bewerley Park
Wednesday 29 October – climbing day
Thursday 30 October – canoe journey
Friday 31 October – caving experience
East Barnby
Tuesday 28 October – climbing day
Thursday 30 October – canoe journey
Where
Bewerley Park Outdoor Education Centre, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, HG3 5JB
East Barnby Outdoor Education Centre, East Barnby, Whitby, YO21 3SA
Who
Suitable for adults with children aged 8 and upwards.
Timings
Start time 9:30am, finish 4pm
How Much
£40 per adult per day, £32 for young people aged 16 and under.
You can get 10% off your Family Activity Day booking using the code ‘Hello10’. Simply quote this code when you get in touch to book.
Climbing day itinerary
Your instructor will help your group get kitted out with helmets, harnesses and climbing shoes and let you know what to expect. Once everyone’s ready, we’ll head out to one of our stunning climbing venues in the Yorkshire Dales or North York Moors National Park to begin your climbing adventure.
No experience? No problem! Whether you’re completely new to climbing or already love being on the rock, our instructors will tailor the day. We’ll start with an introduction to climbing techniques and safety, helping everyone feel confident and supported.
You’ll learn how to move on rock, how to use the rope systems safely, and how to support each other as a team. Our focus is on fun, encouragement and adventure, all in a breathtaking outdoor setting. Your instructor will choose routes that are appropriate for your group, with options to push yourself if you’re feeling adventurous.
We’ll break so you can enjoy your packed lunch, giving you time to relax and take in the scenery before heading back for a final climb or a chance to try something new like bouldering or weaselling. Whether it’s your first climb or one of many, this will be a day your family won’t forget.
Canoe journey itinerary
We’ll welcome you on arrival and introduce you to your instructor for the day, who will talk through what to expect and get your group kitted out. We’ll then take you to the river for a safety briefing and introduce you to your canoe and paddles. Don’t forget to bring a packed lunch! We’ll stop for this whilst out on the river.
You don’t need to have any previous experience, though water sports enthusiasts are also welcome. If you’re less confident we’ll help you get used to the equipment with a gentle introduction in the launching area where the calm conditions are perfect for beginners. Your instructor will support you to build your skills and confidence throughout the day, ready to take on the more challenging sections.
You’ll learn to read the water and control your canoe as a team, enjoying breathtaking scenery and meandering rivers that are home to wildlife including kingfishers, herons, otters, seals and more.
If you’re joining us at Bewerley Park, canoeing in the stunning Yorkshire Dales offers a diverse landscape and rolling green hills. Anyone coming along to East Barnby will encounter imposing viaducts and majestic steam trains along the way. Whichever centre you choose, it will be a day you’ll never forget.
Caving Experience itinerary
After we’ve introduced you to your instructor for the day, who will explain what to expect and help your group get kitted out with all the essential equipment, we’ll head out into the beautiful Yorkshire Dales to begin your underground adventure.
No previous experience is needed — just a sense of curiosity and a willingness to explore! If anyone in the group feels unsure, we’ll take things at a gentle pace to help
build confidence. Your instructor will guide you every step of the way, offering tips and encouragement as you get to grips with moving safely and comfortably through the cave environment.
You’ll learn about the incredible geology of the Dales, with fascinating rock formations, hidden chambers, and underground streams to discover. Along the way, we’ll share stories of how these caves were formed and the wildlife that sometimes makes its home below the surface.
Our family caving days are designed to be fun, memorable, and accessible. Whether you’re crawling, climbing, or simply marvelling at the wonders around you, it’s an experience that brings everyone together through shared adventure.
We’ll pause during the day for a well-earned packed lunch above ground, with time to take in the stunning scenery before heading back underground for the next part of the journey.
WHAT TO BRING
All specialist kit will be provided for our Family Activity Days, including waterproofs. All you need is a packed lunch and snacks, bottle of water, change of clothes and shoes plus any personal medication. In the summer months please pack a hat and sunscreen too. Once we return to the centre, you’ll enjoy a hot drink and a slice of cake — the perfect end to a brilliant day out.
BOOK NOW
To book a place please contact our friendly team on 01609 797777 from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. If lines are busy, you can leave a voicemail and we’ll call you back. You can also email outdooreducation@northyorks.gov.uk letting us know the activity you’d like to book, date and location and we’ll get back to you.
Adventure Club
Adventure Club will keep your young people busy, active and away from screens during the school holidays. Our brilliant mix of land and water programmes can help them to make new friends, challenge themselves and learn a whole range of different skills. All while having lots of fun! Young people leave us with a newfound confidence and memories that will last a lifetime. Suitable for ages 8-13, Adventure Club activities could include climbing, caving, high ropes, river scrambling and water sports such as canoeing and sailing.
When
Bewerley Park
Monday 27 to Friday 31 October
East Barnby
Monday 27 to Friday 31 October
Where
Bewerley Park Outdoor Education Centre, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, HG3 5JB
East Barnby Outdoor Education Centre, East Barnby, Whitby, YO21 3SA
Who
Suitable for ages 8-13
Timings
Drop off 8:30am, pick up by 4:15pm
How Much
£50 per young person per day with a 10% discount for siblings or booking more than one day.
Itinerary
Adventure Club activities could include climbing, caving, high ropes, river scrambling and water sports such as canoeing and sailing.
What to Bring?
Young people attending our Adventure Club should bring a packed lunch and snacks, bottle of water, change of clothes and shoes (including swimwear and a towel) plus any personal medication. In the summer months please pack a hat and sunscreen. A plastic bag for wet and muddy items can be handy too as things might get dirty!
Book Now
To book a place please contact our friendly team on 01609 797777 from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. If lines are busy you can leave a voicemail and we’ll call you back. You can also email outdooreducation@northyorks.gov.uk letting us know the activity you’d like to book, date and location and we’ll get back to you.
In safe hands
We deliver outdoor activities all year round. It’s what we do! Our highly qualified, professional and experienced instructors are passionate about delivering exciting programmes and bringing out the very best of real outdoor adventure. Each group will be looked after by one of our full-time, qualified, highly experienced, and enhanced DBS checked outdoor tutors.
What’s included
EXPERIENCED TUTORS
Each group will be looked after by one of our full-time, qualified, highly experienced, and enhanced DBS checked outdoor tutors. Leading children and adults on outdoor adventures is what we do…all year!
SPECIALIST CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
All specialist kit for activities will be provided including waterproofs and wellies when necessary. Ideally attendees should bring their own wellies, but we have plenty on hand to lend.
FAQs
At Adventure Club will young people be with others the same age?
We’ll do our best to make sure that young people are in groups with others similar in age.
Will young people attending Adventure Club BE supervised at all times?
At our Adventure Club sessions tutors will be with them at all times except when it’s judged appropriate for remote supervision, for example on a treasure hunt.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Each morning the programme of activities planned for that day will be looked at and the weather conditions affecting that environment considered. Activities are only subject to change if there are safety reasons. Remember, there’s no such thing as bad weather, just inappropriate clothing! And we have all the appropriate clothing.
Can people come on specific days only?
You can book to come for one day or several – its entirely up to you.
Will people be able to take their mobile phone?
Yes, people are allowed to bring their mobiles phones, although we do not advise that mobile phones are taken out on activity as they can be easily damaged/dropped in water. Our outdoor tutors all carry mobile phones should they be needed in case of an emergency.
Are your activities inclusive?
We aim to be an activities provider where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We want everyone to reach their potential, and we recognise that some young people require extra support to enable them to achieve this, be successful, and thrive. We recognise that some people have additional needs or physical disabilities that require support and assistance. We will assess the individual needs of each person prior to them attending and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure that people can access our services and are made to feel welcome. We are always happy to discuss and see how we can accommodate participation.