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Dorset Outdoor Education Service

Bespoke day and residential courses and experiences for children, young people and adults.

Our 4 centres located across Dorset provide a range of indoor and outdoor activities for people of all ages and abilities. We can tailor activities and courses to groups and individuals. From water sports, orienteering, sleeping under the stars, to rock climbing, historical activities and environmental field studies, we've got it covered!

We also administer the Duke of Edinburgh's Award and provide forms and guidance for all school offsite activities and events.

We are open to families, friends and individuals for sessions. 

Contact the centre for more details

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Children on climbing wall

Residentials and adventurous outdoor activities for children and young people, as well as woodland…
Young women doing a head stand on a stand up paddleboard in Portland

A range of fun and exciting water sport and land activities for children, young people and adults
The Ancient Technology Centre

Step back in time and enjoy activities, crafts and events at our historical centre
Student exploring rock pools during a field study trip

Geography, geology and biology field study trips for schools and groups of any ages
Students taking part in a Duke of Edinburgh expedition

Information, training and guidance for DofE award leaders and those involved in the award in Dorset
School kayaking group (UI)

Information and guidance, including safety information, risk assessments and planning forms
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A range of training for those involved in the outdoors, including leader training and First Aid
Map of the Dorset Outdoor Education Centres

Find and get directions to our centres

Contact the Dorset Outdoor Education Service

Email: marnie.shaw@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Call: 01305 224517
Fax: 01305 224348

Dorset Council
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ