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WILD CAMPING FOR BEGINNERS

by Adventure Solos

OVERVIEW

Perhaps you're interested in wild camping but aren't sure where to start. It can be tricky to know what equipment you need, which gear is best, where you can camp, how to stay safe, what food and water to take, how to go the toilet in the wild, and most of all, maybe you'd like to meet some people to go camping with. ​

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We can help with all that! By the end of this weekend you’ll be all kitted out with brand new gear for you to keep. You'll be confident using it and you’ll have made some new camping-keen friends to plan your own adventures with. The world will be your camping-oyster; you just need to decide where you want to go next!

 

There also an option to learn and practice map reading and navigation skills.

Wild Camping for Beginners by Adventure Solos
WHAT'S INCLUDED? 
  • A fun, sociable, solo-friendly group to adventure with!

  • An Adventure Solos host throughout the event who is qualified as a Mountain Leader and first-aider.

  • Adventure Solos' detailed Pre-Adventure Guide.

  • A bundle of brand new camping gear specifically selected for the event. The bundle is for you to keep and includes a tent, sleeping bag, an inflatable sleeping mat, headtorch, stove, gas, a cook-set, an inflatable pillow and a few other additional small-but-mighty extras for a great camping experience. 

  • Two nights' wild camping in different locations so you get to practice making and breaking camp.

  • Handy hints and tips as well as answer your questions along the way. 

  • Beautiful sights of the Lake District; we'll camp overlooking lakes each night. 

  • New friends; you'll meet like-minded newbie campers that you can plan future trips with. ​

  • An option to do as much (or little) map reading and navigational training as you like during the event.

WHERE IS IT?

We start and finish the weekend at The Riverside Bar, Patterdale, in the Lake District, North West England.

The postcode is CA11 0NW.

JOIN THE ADVENTURE

Tickets are available below for £695 per person.

Already have your own gear? Use code 'OWNGEAR2024' for a discounted rate.

2024 EVENTS

SOLD OUT

Friday 3rd May 2024 at midday

to 2pm on Sunday 5th May 2024

SOLD OUT

Any payment plans must be paid for in full at least 1 month  before the start of your chosen event.

SOLD OUT

Friday 24th May 2024 at midday

to 2pm on Sunday 26th May 2024

SOLD OUT

Any payment plans must be paid for in full at least 1 month  before the start of your chosen event.

SOLD OUT

Friday 14th June 2024 at midday

to 2pm on Sunday 16th June 2024

Any payment plans must be paid for in full at least 1 month  before the start of your chosen event.

SOLD OUT

Friday 13th September 2024 at midday

to 2pm on Sunday 15th September 2024

SOLD OUT

Any payment plans must be paid for in full at least 1 month  before the start of your chosen event.

2025 EVENTS

AVAILABLE

Friday 30th May 2025 at midday

to 2pm on Sunday 1st June 2025

*Any payment plans must be paid for in full at least 1 month  before the start of your chosen event.

Scafell Pike Wild Camping Weekend
FURTHER INFORMATION
  • Dearne Valley
    The Dearne Valley, near Sheffield, is an area of South Yorkshire along the River Dearne. It is close to the Peak District and is very accessible, with a dozen cities within a 2-hour drive of the venue. The large grounds are dotted with activities for us to make the most of during the course of the event.
  • What's Included?
    A fun, sociable, solo-friendly group to adventure with! An Adventure Solos host who will be there throughout the event. Adventure Solos' detailed Pre-Adventure Guide. All specialist equipment for activities. 1.5 days' worth of activities with professional instructors. 2 nights' accommodation. 6 meals (2x breakfasts, 2x lunches, 2x evening meals). Any transport at the event.
  • Outline Itinerary
    Friday Arrive in the evening and join us for food, a few welcome drinks and a chat as we get to know each other. If the weather is good, we may sit in the Yurt around a fire - a brilliant way to start the weekend. Saturday After breakfast, we get into the first of several sessions of activities during the day. There are good opportunities to connect with your fellow guests during the activities and whilst reflecting over achievements at lunch and in the evening. ​ Sunday We have more activities in the morning, then enjoy lunch together one last time before hitting the road. The event finishes after lunch on Sunday. ​You'll leave having met a great bunch of people, having challenged yourself, had a lot of fun and laughed until your belly hurt! ​ Please note that, whilst we intend to provide the activities listed above, occasionally they may be subject to change at short notice due to factors such as weather conditions and the abilities of any particular group.
  • Accommodation
    All rooms are ensuite, with up to 6 people per room. Rooms and beds are available on a first-come, first served basis. Alternatively, you can book a sole occupancy room here). There is also a 'living room' area with seating. Bedding and a pillow are provided. Please bring a towel with you.
  • Transport/Getting there
    The weekend is based at Inspired Learning, Dearne Valley, Denaby Main, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 4EA. Train - If you are travelling by train, Conisbrough Station is adjacent to the venue (a one minute walk from the station to the venue). ​ Driving – If you are driving, the postcode is DN12 4EA. Leeds, Sheffield and York are all under 1 hour's drive from the venue. Loughborough, Nottingham, Manchester are all under 90 minutes' drive from the venue. Birmingham, Chester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Preston, Stoke-on-Trent and Warrington are all under 2 hours' drive. ​ Arrival is anytime from 6pm to 9pm (please contact us in advance if you think you will be later). Most people will arrive around 7pm and we'll eat at around 7.30pm.
  • Food and Drink
    Welcome drinks are provided on Friday evening. Food for six meals is provided, including: Evening meal on Friday Breakfast, lunch and evening meal on Saturday Breakfast and lunch on Sunday. Please let us know when booking if you have any dietary requirements. ​
  • Solo-friendly
    Guests book onto Adventure Solos events by themselves, and arrive to enjoy a fun, friendly and social event. The activities over the weekend are a great way to try new things and make new friends. This is also facilitated by an Adventure Solos host who will be present throughout the event and helps to ensure everyone is having a good time.
  • Equipment
    Any specialist equipment for activities is provided.
  • Experience
    You do not need prior experience for the activities (most people won't have done the activities before and the instructors and guides will help everyone through).
Wild Camping for Beginners (Friday 30th May 2025)
Wild Camping for Beginners (Friday 30th May 2025)
30 May 2025, 11:59
The Riverside Bar,
Old Water View Hotel, Patterdale, Penrith CA11 0NW, UK
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