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School and Youth Charity Networking Event

Join us for our bi-annual School & Youth Networking Event, a chance to connect with partners, take part in outdoor activities, explore wellbeing resources and share ideas with fellow colleagues…
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  • Tuesday 30th September 2025
  • 1630 - 1830

A chance to network, relax and get inspired with school activity days, camps and outdoor learning programmes. 

 Reasons to attend
  • Take on exciting outdoor challenges at Kempston Outdoor Centre
  • Connect and network with local leaders in outdoor education and likeminded teachers
  • Meet inspiring youth charities and partner organisations
  • Savour the world’s best burger
  • Meet the founders and directors of Inspired Life CIC
  • Share ideas and discuss new initiatives with local authority leads
  • Gain ongoing access to Inspired Life well-being resources
  • Be inspired by professional adventurers Ash and Rich
  • Meet Martin Desborough, former lead for Dad.info (DFE project)

Outdoor Learning & School Activity Days in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire & further afield 

Are you looking for school activity days, enrichment programmes, or youth camps in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire or even further afield? Our award-winning team specialises in delivering outdoor learning and adventure activities for schools, youth charities, and community groups across the region.

From canoeing on the River Great Ouse in Bedford, to bushcraft in our local woodlands and mobile adventure sessions brought directly to your school site, we provide engaging, safe, and professional programmes designed to inspire young people.

 

 Outdoor Activities for Schools & Youth Groups

 Get active and try a wide range of exciting challenges, including:

  • Bushcraft & survival skills
  • Leap of Faith & Jacobs Ladder
  • Urban coasteering & raft building
  • Canoeing, kayaking & stand-up paddleboarding (SUP)
  • Tag archery & axe throwing
  • Clip & Climb sessions
  • First aid scenario training and well-being workshops with our qualified tutors

 

Our Services for Schools & Youth Organisations

We offer tailored packages for schools and charities across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire, including:

  • School Activity Days – Two-hour to full-day enrichment sessions.
  • NEW: Activities at Your School – Mobile adventure activities delivered directly to your site, saving on transport costs.
  • School Camps & Paddling Trips – Woodland overnight camps, HQ introduction camps, and multi-day expeditions.
  • SEND & Alternative Provision – Inclusive, approved provision for SEND learners and alternative education.
  • Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions – Bronze, Silver, and Gold DofE canoeing and kayaking expeditions for local schools.
  • Well-being Programmes – Delivered through our Inspired Life social enterprise, reaching over 48,000 young people.
  • NEW: Inspirational Speakers – Olympians, Paralympians, adventurers, and musicians available for school talks.
  • Youth Charities Partnerships – Bespoke adventure programmes for charity groups and community organisations.
  • NEW: First Aid Qualifications – Outdoor REC, 16-hour first aid, and youth training delivered by accredited tutors.

Why Choose Us?

We are a trusted provider of outdoor education in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire, with years of experience working with schools, councils, and youth organisations. Whether you’re planning an enrichment day, curriculum activity, overnight camp, or DofE expedition, we create opportunities for young people to build confidence, resilience, and life skills

 
 
 

School and Youth Charities Open Evening

Join us for a free evening event designed for school teachers and youth charity leaders.

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Enjoy complimentary food and drinks, including one of our famous “best burgers in the world”

Hire FAQ's

What's the difference between a kayak and a canoe?

If you're not sure of what each craft is, then read our guide here.

Are the trips guided?
There are no guides or instructors needed for hire. This is simply a hire where you paddle out and back to our launch point. We recommend our preferred route, however, you are free-range and able to explore the river.
What if it rains?
Unless you hear from us then your booking will run on the day agreed. Canoe Trail runs watersports, paddling, and adventurous activities throughout the year with people enjoying the river and our woodland campsite during the different seasons. On rare occasions (it only happens a couple of times a year) we may move or change your booking. This will be in freak weather conditions such as extremely high river flows in spate or during heavy storms with lightning. You can read our full FAQ here.
How does the booking process work?
We use a live booking system that will assign you the relevant craft and resources. Once you have confirmed your booking date, it is not then transferable and non-refundable in the same way you book an airline seat. Bookings are to be paid in full at the time of booking and are non-refundable. There will be no refunds for early returns, poor weather, or non-usage as per our general terms & conditions.

Schools and Youth Charity Networking Event

We Value Relationships

Sophie (Fun 4 Young People)
5 stars

We have used Canoe Trail for many years. Run by fantastic people with some great activities on offer. Highly recommend.

Michael (Goldington Academy)
5 stars

Regularly use Canoe Trail for DofE and our School outdoor adventure trips. Professional to deal with and an amazing team of instructors.

Gemma
5 stars

Highly recommend Canoe Trail whether you’re looking to improve your paddling or just a fun family day out on one of the river trails.

Matthew
5 stars

Just returned from a week in Scotland with Canoe Trail. It was one of the best organised trips I have done. The team were awesome, great instruction with loads of patience for those new to paddling.