The Suffolk Outdoor Education team is a part of the Youth Support Service within Children and Young People’s Services. The team is responsible for the development and co-ordination of outdoor and residential facilities in the county.
Outdoor education can make a unique contribution towards personal development, it is instrumental in preparing young people for adult life by raising achievement through boosting motivation, promoting health and fitness, and addressing issues in social education and citizenship.
Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre
Provides challenging outdoor activities for young people in a safe supportive and fun environment.
Suffolk Water Sports Association
Try out a diverse range of exciting watersports experiences at the following locations:
- Deben Centre, Woodbridge
- Neptune Centre, Woolvestone
- Alton Water Holbrook
- Oulton Broad, Lowestoft
Contact details
Richard Coker, Outdoor and Residential Education Manager
Telephone: 01473 264650
Email: Richard.Coker@suffolk.gov.uk
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Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Aims to provide an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding programme of personal development for young people aged 14 - 25 years
