Inspiring Learning Adventures: Educational Visits | Avon Tyrrell

Education Visits

Inspiring young people through inclusive outdoor learning at Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre

Outdoor learning offers young people unparalleled benefits when it comes to physical and mental well-being.

As leaders in outdoor learning, our team provide opportunities for young people to experience, learn and develop in an unrivalled environment in the New Forest, supporting a young person’s personal, social, and educational development and improving health and environmental awareness.

Our skilled and dedicated instructors will work with your group to build their confidence through outdoor learning challenges in a safe, accessible environment.

You can enjoy the beautiful outdoors across our 65-acre site, that’s steeped in history and provides opportunities for everyone to experience something completely new. We help young people to develop life skills, build character and create memories that last a lifetime. Bringing outdoor learning to life.

Young person sat in a canoe smiling to camera wearing a life jacket and holding an oar

With an extensive range of different activities available, all linked to the National Curriculum, we can make the perfect package for your students to ensure you get the most out of your day with us. From challenging adventures climbing our tower, to problem solving, environmental discovery and outdoor survival, there are a number of choices to ensure you meet your learning outcomes.

Young boy at the top of a climbing wall smiling to camera with a harness attached to a rope. Boy is holding thumbs up

At Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre we like to give you options whatever the size of your group or budget and we have what you need to have a fantastic and comfortable stay with us. Choose from dormitory style bedrooms in our Grade I listed manor house, cosy self-contained forest lodges for those looking for more independence, or tented villages for those groups looking for the ultimate outdoor experience, we have it all.

Group of young people with one boy in a wheelchair smiling to camera on a pathway in the forest some with open arms and others with arms around shoulders

At Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre, we understand that every young person has different needs, and we are fully committed to being a fully inclusive centre. We wish for every young person to have equitable access to the same opportunities to experience, learn and develop through adventure and discovery. We have an extensive range of facilities, resources and support in place to ensure your groups needs are accommodated and your students all have a memorable stay with us.

Why Choose Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre

Open all year round for residentials and day visits.
Comfortable all-weather accommodation
Highly trained, experienced instructing team
Bespoke programmes tailored to your aims & learning outcomes

Tiered pricing structure to suit varying budgets
Fully inclusive and accessible
Well-equipped accommodation and catering options for all group sizes
Curriculum linked activities
Externally inspected and accredited including LOtC and AALA

Education Visits

Planning Your Visit

From the early stages of building and developing your programme, to during your stay and beyond, our friendly customer experience team are on hand to offer advice and support. As a Learning Outside the Classroom provider, you can rest easy knowing that we will provide you with everything that you need prior to your visit.

Education Visits

LOtC and Curriculum links

As a Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) badge holder, we provide an independently assessed and quality assured platform to Outdoor Learning where our highly qualified staff provide the support you need to meet, and exceed, the expectations of your students.

We provide opportunities for all young people to experience the world beyond the classroom. All of our sessions can be delivered in line with the National Curriculum – so your students can have fun and get engaged with outdoor learning, whether searching for mini beasts, climbing up our tower or as they zip wire across the lake!

Challenge by Choice

All of our activities are run with a personal development approach and ‘Challenge by Choice’ means that our instructors ensure that every child works within their own personal ability levels and are encouraged to challenge themselves appropriately.

It is these experiences that enable them to get involved, grow, and learn.