Multi Outdoor Activity Residential

A DofE residential is an opportunity for a young person to step outside of their usual environment, routine and social setting, giving them the opportunity to find out more about themselves.The DofE

Come to Northern Lake District to complete your 5-day Gold DofE Residential with Cumbria Outdoors. We are offering an adventurous, multi activity residential, you will canoe and kayak on Derwentwater ghyll scramble near the Newlands Valley and rock climb at some of the famous Borrowdale climbing venues. There may also be the option to go underground caving in North Yorkshire, or Mountain Biking at Whinlatter Forest.

There will be the opportunity for Rock Climbing, Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Ghyll Scrambling/Abseiling/Mountain Walking and possibly Caving and/or Mountain Biking.

No previous experience required, just the ability to get stuck in and have fun!


Quotes from previous participants.

'Staff were extremely friendly''

'Felt safe on the water''

'Food was great'''


  • Availability 22nd to 26th July 2024 
  • All equipment provided
  • In course transport including pick up/drop off from Penrith train station.
  • Full board accommodation included 
  • Only £550 per person 
  • Based at Hawse End Centre