Outdoor education

You can kayak along the Jurassic Coast, sail in the 2012 Olympic waters, camp in beautiful woodland, spend the night in a Grade II listed manor house or experience life from the past in a Viking Longhouse.

"Every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning and personal development, whatever their age, abilities or circumstances."

Manifesto for learning outside the classroom

• Carey Outdoor Education Centre

  Carey Outdoor Education Centre is a day and residential centre open all year round to schools and groups of all ages. Situated on the edge of Wareham Forest in sheltered woodland, the site is ideal for camping and the grounds provide an attractive setting for environmental studies and outdoor activities.

• Leeson House Field Studies Centre

  Leeson House Field Studies Centre is situated in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is also within easy walking distance of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. We offer a wide range of day and residential courses to people of all ages.

• The Ancient Technology Centre

  We have provided exciting hands-on learning experiences for children of all ages for over 20 years. Our unique blend of ancient crafts and skills combined with long-term construction projects, gives children and adults an opportunity to experience the realities of past life.

• Weymouth Outdoor Education Centre

  Weymouth Outdoor Education Centre (WOEC) provides land and water-based outdoor activities - sailing, kayaking, rock climbing and team development. We are open all year round and provide opportunities for people of all ages.

• Mobile climbing wall

  We can bring the thrill of climbing to you! Our mobile climbing wall provides a high profile activity that will act as the focus of your special event. Available for hire by schools, youth groups and businesses for corporate events or anyone.

• Neos Unit

  The Neos Unit is an electronic game that encourages memory retention, hand eye co-ordination, physical strength and endurance. Its fun for all ages and abilities!

• Service Manager, Outdoor Education
  Name: Rob Brindley
  Web: http://www.dorsetforyou.com/outdoored
  Email: r.c.brindley@dorsetcc.gov.uk
  Tel: 01305 224517
  Fax: 01305 224348
  Mobile: 0783 6598678
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• Admin and Marketing Officer
  Name: Marnie Shaw
  Web: http://www.dorsetforyou.com/outdoored
  Email: m.shaw@dorsetcc.gov.uk
  Tel: 01305 224517
  Fax: 01305 224348
  Mobile: 07919 234041
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