Activities
Learning and development at Derwent Hill is an experiential process using a range of adventurous outdoor activities set in an inspirational landscape.
Derwent Hill Kayaking 001
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/schools/derwent-hill-kayaking-001/
Derwent Hill Kayaking 006
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/groups/derwent-hill-kayaking-006/
Derwent Hill Kayaking 005
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/schools/duke-of-edinburgh/derwent-hill-kayaking-005/
Derwent Hill Kayaking 003
Team projects
We have a huge range of innovative tasks to challenge teams, ranging from short initiative problems in the grounds to complex day-long projects in Borrowdale. Tasks can be designed to suit all ages and abilities, and to focus on specific objectives and learning outcomes
Environment & Exploration
Explore the environment of the Lake District and learn about its landscape and wildlife
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/activities/environment-exploration/
Orienteering
Known as the “thought sport”, orienteering is a great individual, family or group activity. It can be done either as a gentle stroll or as a competition, or adapted as a challenging team project. With courses both in our grounds and in the local forests there are lots of options.
Friends of Derwent Hill
Please click on the logo to Donate Who we are and what we do The Friends of Derwent Hill is a registered charity (1125869) that raises funds to assist the children and young people of Sunderland to attend Derwent Hill Outdoor Education Centre, and experience purposeful, enjoyable and safe outdoor learning opportunities. FoDH was...
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/schools/friends-of-derwent-hill/
Hill walking
Surrounded by mountains, the choice of walks of every grade is endless. From challenging scrambles on the ridges to gentle walks along the lake shore, there is something for everyone