Runway's End Outdoor Centre

Nestled in a woodland setting in north Hampshire, Runway’s End boasts an impressive range of indoor, outdoor and easily accessible activities.

Groups can scale our climbing wall, shoot arrows in the archery range, explore our caving system and paddle the beautiful Basingstoke canal – all led by our fantastic instructors.

Stay residentially in Forge Lodge or our Camping Pods, with full and self-catering options available. If you have your own camping equipment, you can camp with us on our peaceful woodland site.

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    Programmes

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      Brilliant Residentials

      Led by teachers, co-designed with students and fully integrated into the curriculum, brilliant residentials have a huge impact on young people of all ages – and can help to deliver whole school change.

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      Runways End Eco programme

      Our eco programme are designed to inspire and engage your students to think about their own impact on the world and the environment.

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      Special School

      The only limits are the individuals’ willingness to throw themselves into the spirit of the adventure!

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      Team and Personal Development

      Based on your guidance, our experienced instructors will aim to tackle core personal and social skills like communication, tolerance and self belief.

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      Outdoor and Adventure

      These activity intensive programmes will challenge your students, help them develop confidence and build strong friendships.

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    Accommodation

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    • Catering

      Full and self-catering options available.

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    • Forge Lodge

      Accessible accommodation for up to 71 people in 12 rooms, with adjoining bathrooms. Fully equipped kitchen and dining room for your use.

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    • Camping pods

      Offering a luxury camping experience in our 10 pods. Each pod sleeps 4 people. There is communal space for meeting, cooking and dining in. The pods are located a short walk from our accessible toilet/shower block.

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    • Camping

      Our campsite can accommodate up to 150 self-sufficient campers. Our camping services include an accessible toilet/shower block, washing up facilities and drinking water taps.

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    Location

    Runway's End Outdoor Centre
    1 Forge Lane
    Aldershot
    GU11 2RE

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    Runway's End Outdoor Centre: 01252 344421

    Email Rwe@hants.gov.uk

    1 Forge Lane Aldershot GU11 2RE

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