Fun Outdoor Activities For Your Cambridgeshire School Trip.

23 January 2017

When you’re planning a school trip, if can be tough thinking of great places to take your students. We’re here to help; our Cambridgeshire School Trips series will give you a rundown of top destinations for school trips. Today, we’re looking at outdoor activity centres, perfect for getting your older students out into the wilderness.

Whether you’re looking for a day away to get your students excited about being outdoors or looking for a base for a school residential, outdoor activity centres are ideal destinations. It’s not just about getting your students outside, either. Activity centres promote critical thinking, working as part of a team, and plenty of other skills that will help when you’re back in a classroom setting.

Grafham Water Centre

Based out in Huntingdon, Grafham Water Centre has been bringing learning to life through water sports and activities for over 40 years. From windsurfing and watersports to team building and games, the Water Centre is the perfect place for either and exciting day out or a school residential. In fact, Grafham Water Centre is a proud supporter of the ‘Brilliant Residentials’ initiative, making it a spot on destination for your residential.

High Harthay Outdoor Pursuits

Set in 165 acres of beautiful, Cambridgeshire farmland, High Harthay Outdoor Pursuits is ideal for a day of outdoor pursuits. The family run business offers activities for everyone, from clay pigeon shooting to archery, and is based just outside Huntingdon and St Neots. High Harthay don’t offer overnight stays, but if you’re after a day out for your class, this destination should definitely be on your list.

Nene Outdoors

Part of the Nene Park Trust, Nene Outdoors offers an extensive range of watersports and activities to suit a whole range of abilities and needs (for classes 8 years and up). Located on Gunwade Lake in Ferry Meadows, Nene Outdoors gives your students the opportunity to have a go at sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, raft building and even pedalo football. And while you’re there, be sure to explore the beautiful surrounding park; see if you can spot some of the local wildlife.

School Trip Transport

All of the destinations in our Cambridgeshire School Trips series are easily accessible for any school in Cambridgeshire. Drop us a line and we’ll tell you how we can help you get to and from your school trip safely.

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