Residential and Outdoor Activity Centre South Yorkshire

Dearne Valley is a unique blend of nature, adventurous activities, and contemporary purpose built eco-accommodation.

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About

School Trips, Team Building and More

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.

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Residential trip

Our Experience Experts will be on-hand throughout your experience. Get in touch today!

Facilities at our

South Yorkshire Outdoor Centre

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

Meet the team who bring Dearne Valley to life!

Kaylei Milea
General Manager
Awards &
Accreditations

Inspirational Team
Programmes

We provide a broad range of activity packages to ensure you have an adventure that best suits your group. Your programme will act as the core theme of your group visit, matched with learning outcomes of your choice. Explore our options below:

This subsidised 5-day residential adventure is designed to support young people on their journey to adulthood by boosting social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

NCS Live It (formerly Skills4Life)

This subsidised 5-day residential adventure is designed to support young people on their journey to adulthood by boosting social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

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A 5-day, fully-funded programme for 15-17 year olds to find their feet in the world of work through adventure activities and workshops.

NCS Boss It

A 5-day, fully-funded programme for 15-17 year olds to find their feet in the world of work through adventure activities and workshops.

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Accredited by Skills Builder Partnership (level 3), this programme combines essential life skills with teambuilding challenges and activities.

Skills4Life Higher Education

Accredited by Skills Builder Partnership (level 3), this programme combines essential life skills with teambuilding challenges and activities.

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Using the outdoors as a vehicle for learning and personal development; enhancing social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

Skills4Life 11-15 Yrs

Using the outdoors as a vehicle for learning and personal development; enhancing social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

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A flexible activity programme to support your specific learning outcomes

Adventure Plus

A flexible activity programme to support your specific learning outcomes

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A range of sport and adventure opportunites to build confidence and team skills.

Sports Experiences

A range of sport and adventure opportunites to build confidence and team skills.

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In partnership with Voyager Travel we have four beautiful centres set in breathtaking parts of France, perfect for an immersive residential.

French Discovery

In partnership with Voyager Travel we have four beautiful centres set in breathtaking parts of France, perfect for an immersive residential.

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Give your students an outstanding field work experience at Kingswood.

Environmental Field Studies

Give your students an outstanding field work experience at Kingswood.

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Students build in confidence and skill with our immersive English language and adventure experiences

English in Action

Students build in confidence and skill with our immersive English language and adventure experiences

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A unique experience to develop as a team, get out of the office and boost company wellbeing

Corporate Packages

A unique experience to develop as a team, get out of the office and boost company wellbeing

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Immersive language programme with breath-taking activities.

Adventure for International Students

Immersive language programme with breath-taking activities.

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A perfectly pre-built activity programme delivering confidence, resilience and life-skills

Adventure

A perfectly pre-built activity programme delivering confidence, resilience and life-skills

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This subsidised 5-day residential adventure is designed to support young people on their journey to adulthood by boosting social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

NCS Live It (formerly Skills4Life)

Our acclaimed 5-day residential adventure designed to support young people on their journey to adulthood.

Find out more
A 5-day, fully-funded programme for 15-17 year olds to find their feet in the world of work through adventure activities and workshops.

NCS Boss It

Forget everything you think you know about employability courses. Join us for 5 days of adventure, workshops and inspiration.

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Accredited by Skills Builder Partnership (level 3), this programme combines essential life skills with teambuilding challenges and activities.

Skills4Life Higher Education

An impactful outdoor education programme for students in higher education

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Using the outdoors as a vehicle for learning and personal development; enhancing social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

Skills4Life 11-15 Yrs

Using the outdoors as a vehicle for learning and personal development; enhancing social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

Find out more
A flexible activity programme to support your specific learning outcomes

Adventure Plus

A flexible activity programme to support your specific learning outcomes

Find out more
A range of sport and adventure opportunites to build confidence and team skills.

Sports Experiences

A range of sport and adventure opportunites to build confidence and team skills.

Find out more
In partnership with Voyager Travel we have four beautiful centres set in breathtaking parts of France, perfect for an immersive residential.

French Discovery

In partnership with Voyager Travel we have four beautiful centres set in breathtaking parts of France, perfect for an immersive residential.

Find out more
Give your students an outstanding field work experience at Kingswood.

Environmental Field Studies

Give your students an outstanding field work experience at Kingswood.

Find out more
Students build in confidence and skill with our immersive English language and adventure experiences

English in Action

Students build in confidence and skill with our immersive English language and adventure experiences

Find out more

Exciting
Extras

A selection of additional extras, that may be available depending on the centre you visit. Get in touch to find out more!

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Dearne Valley

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.

Accommodation

Dearne Valley

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.

Getting to

Dearne Valley

Dearne Valley Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Dearne Valley

Dearne Valley

Denaby Main, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 4EA

53.49135273546239
-1.2330529302028703
Travel times by road

Doncaster: 20 min

Sheffield: 40 min

Leeds: 50 min

York: 1h

Manchester: 1h 45min

Liverpool: 2h 15min

Frequently asked questions

What age group is the centre designed for?

We offer programmes to groups of all ages, from primary school to higher education and team-building trips. We offer age-appropriate activities and accommodations to ensure every child has a memorable experience.

Do you have a lost and found system in place?

Yes, we have a lost and found area where we collect and store items left behind by campers. Parents can ask about lost items and we'll do our best to reunite campers with their belongings. To avoid losing items, we recommend writing names on the labels of children's clothing.

What times are meals during the school residential trip?

During your school residential trip, your group will enjoy three meals a day. These meal schedules will be detailed in your activity program, which you will receive four weeks prior to your arrival. If you require specific meal times before your arrival, feel free to contact us closer to the time and we'll be happy to provide you with the information you need.

Are there meals provided during the stay at Kingswood?

At Kingswood Dearne Valley, we offer three nutritious and balanced meals a day to suit the children's’ needs. We have on-site dining facilities that can also cater to dietary requirements. Please get in touch with us as soon as possible if there are any dietary requirements we need to be aware of.

What should children pack in their bag for their stay at Dearne Valley?

We recommend packing comfortable clothing that is suitable for taking part in outdoor activities. This includes appropriate footwear, waterproofs and clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. They should also bring toiletries and any other personal items they may need. Be sure to check our packing guide on our website for more details.

What safety measures are in place at Kingswood at Dearne Valley?

Safety is our utmost priority at Kingswood. All our instructors are rigorously trained to recognise each individual child’s own capabilities and will teach them at their level and pace. Each centre is also independently inspected by the British Activity Providers Association (BAPA)and we conduct internal health and safety audits. During the residential trip,most activities ensure children are placed into groups of no more than 15, andour strict supervision policy ensures children are always accompanied by Kingswood instructors. You can find out more about the safety measures at Kingswood with our handy guide.

How much money do children need to bring?

All activities and meals are included in the cost of thetrip. However, guests may wish to purchase snacks and souvenirs from the shop.We would recommend bringing spending money of £10. Card machines are also available at Dearne Valley.

How much money do they need to bring?

All activities and meals are included in the cost of the trip, however guests may wish 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.

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Book your
Residential trip

Our Experience Experts will be on-hand throughout your experience. Get in touch today!