Dearne Valley, South Yorkshire
A unique blend of nature, adventurous activities, and contemporary purpose built accommodation.
About
Dearne Valley, South Yorkshire
Formerly the Earth Centre, one of the millennium commission projects, Dearne Valley was transformed into a state-of-the-art activity centre in 2012. Dearne Valley is our most environmentally sustainable centre, complete with one of Europe’s largest solar panels and an on-site water treatment plant.
With fantastic indoor and outdoor activity facilities surrounded by the beautiful countryside of South Yorkshire, a purpose-built water sports lake and access to the adjacent River Don, Dearne Valley offers something for everyone.
Book your
Residential trip
Our Experience Experts will be on-hand throughout your experience. Get in touch today!
Facilities at
Dearne Valley, South Yorkshire
Outdoors: State of the art activity park with challenging apparatus including high and low ropes, zipwire and climbing
Indoors: Giant indoor sports hall for climbing, fencing, archery, sport and team building activities, plus a laser zone
Water sports: Purpose-built water sports lake and adjacent River Don for raft building, kayaking and canoeing
Gift shop: Our on-site shops sell snacks and drinks, as well as postcards, souvenirs, games and mementoes
Other facilities: Diner, chill-out areas, party leader lounges, indoor and outdoor classroom spaces, natural water treatment plant, outdoor amphitheatre
Team &
Management
Accreditations
Inspirational
Programmes
Explore our programmes that help primary
students build confidence and resilience.
Adventure Plus
A perfectly pre-built activity programme delivering confidence, resilience and life-skills
Transition
A programme of inspiring, challenging and confidence building activities based on fresh starts and friendships.
Sports Experiences
A range of sport and adventure opportunites to build confidence and team skills.
French Discovery
The Château provides a perfect base from which to explore the many historic and cultural highlights of northern France.
Environmental Field Studies
Give your students an outstanding field work experience at Kingswood.
English in Action
Students build in confidence and skill with our immersive English language and adventure experiences
Corporate Packages
A unique experience to develop as a team, get out of the office and boost company wellbeing
Adventure for International Students
Immersive language programme with breath-taking acitivities.
Adventure
A perfectly pre-built activity programme delivering confidence, resilience and life-skills
Exciting
Extras
A selection of additional extras, that may be available depending on the centre you visit. Get in touch to find out more!
Dearne Valley, South Yorkshire
Food & Drink
Each day there is a carefully balanced and nutritional meal plan, offering three meals, desserts and snacks. We are able to accommodate dietary requirements, just let us know.
Accomodation at
Dearne Valley, South Yorkshire
Dearne Valley has standard dormitory-style accommodation. Rooms range from 4 to 16-bed dormitories, some en-suite, with gender-separated bathroom and shower facilities and party leader rooms close by.
Adventure Lodges are also available for the ultimate adventure experience, or you could try our brand new Eco Pods! Sheets, duvets and pillows are provided for all guests.
Facilities for
Party Leaders
Our recently refreshed party leader bedrooms are complete with contemporary furnishings, tea and coffee making facilities and a radio-alarm. All teacher rooms are close to student dormitories and contain en-suite bathrooms.
Frequently asked questions
All activities and meals are included in the cost of the trip, however guests may which to purchase snacks and souvenirs from the shop. We would recommend bringing spending money of £10. Card machines are available at Colomendy, Dearne Valley, Grosvenor Hall, Isle of Wight, Overstrand Hall and West Runton.
Book your
Residential trip
Our Experience Experts will be on-hand throughout your experience. Get in touch today!