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Huntsmans
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[email protected]
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accompanied by a relaxed atmosphere
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Stubbers Adventure Centre is a Registered Charity No. 1080941
An enterprise of The Essex Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs
BOOKING HOTLINE 01708 224753 www.stubbers.co.uk
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Stubbers Adventure Centre has been serving
the schools and communities of Essex and
London for 14 years now. As a registered
charity and “not for profit” organisation, your
support is vital. We couldn’t do it without
you…
Boasting the widest range of onsite activities
in the south east located within 130 acres of
picturesque adventure space on the doorstep
of London there is something for all ages (6+)
and abilities.
As well as activity visits and camps for schools
and groups, you can visit Stubbers as a family
or a group of friends for an activity session,
party or just to enjoy the scenery and coffee
shop.
We look forward to seeing you.
Bob Edwards
Centre Manager
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Kayaking
Bell boating
Wobbly boarding
Jet ski rides
Open canoeing
Sailing
Raft building
Banana rides
Paddle boarding
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Archery
Fencing
Grass sledging
Team Challenge
Orienteering
Rifle shooting
All Terrain Boarding
Team Games
Tunnel
Pond cross
Bushcraft
Laser Tag
Climbing
Abseiling
High ropes aerial walkway
Crate stack
Jacob’s Ladder
Pamper Pole
Zip Wire
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For more information on the content of
activity sessions please visit the schools and
Youth organisations page on our website and
download the session objectives and learning
outcomes.
Stubbers Adventure Centre was awarded the
Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge
in 2009 for not only our commitment to
engage in high quality learning outside the
classroom but in our successful delivery.
LEARNING OUTSIDE
OF THE CLASSROOM
“The LOtC Quality Badge, awarded by the
Council for Learning Outside the Classroom,
provides for the first time a national award
combining the essential elements of provision
– learning and safety – into ONE easily
recognisable and trusted accreditation scheme
for ALL types of learning outside the classroom
provider organisation.”
Our learning outcomes and session objectives
can be downloaded from our website along
with our Leader’s handbook.
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SPECIAL NEEDS
A trip to Stubbers gives young people the
valuable opportunity to learn and develop
social and interpersonal skills with confidence
through participation in adventurous
activities.
Your children’s experience at Stubbers
encourages successful learning, building
positive attitudes, giving encouragement to
others and experiencing the benefits of peer
support through a variety of challenges and
experiences.
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At Stubbers there is something for everyone.
All ages (8+) and abilities can take part, achieve
their goals and enjoy their visit. Most activities
can be tailored to all ability levels and some
are supported with specialist activity
equipment including Access 303 wide sailing
dinghies and disabled access hoist at our
Motor sports and Sailing lakes. For more
information about suitability of activities for
your group please contact our bookings team.
DAY VISIT
OFF-SITE ACTIVITIES
Multi activity day
A quality and varied programme comprising 4 adventurous and fun
activity sessions from our wide range including: Land, Water, Towers,
and Motor sports zones.
Shorter visits
For a shorter visit single session and half day visits also available.
Session
1
2
3
4
Start Time
9:15 am
11:00 am
1:15 pm
3:00 pm
End Time
10:45 am
12:30 pm
2:45 pm
4:30 pm
Option
Day (session 1 to 4)
Coastal Sailing - A day sailing on our
Drascombe Gig on Blackwater Estuary in
Essex. Holding up to ten people the Gig is
sailed from Bradwell waterside, the wind
and tide will determine the destination
for the lunch stop. No previous sailing
experience is necessary.
Sandstone
Exploration Day Learn and practice
the basic skills of
climbing whilst
bouldering on the
130 million year old
sandstone at Harrison
rocks near Tunbridge
Wells in Kent. A
physical and hands on
day where you can’t
avoid getting dirty
pushing your self to
new limits and learning
to support and trust the
other party members.
Canoeing or Kayaking - A paddling trip along the
picturesque Chelmer River near Danbury in Essex. Ideal
for those who have already mastered the skills of
paddling in a straight line is this trip on gently moving
water through the Essex countryside with lunch by a
weir. The day out by nature is a wet one and all but the
fittest find it tiring.
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TENT VILLAGES
OAK CAMP - SLEEPS 48 (6 x 8 berth tents)
CHESTNUT CAMP - SLEEPS 96
EVENING ACTIVITIES
At Stubbers we know the value of keeping the
kids occupied into the evening. Group leader
accompanied activities and games run every
day from 5 till 6.30 and 7 till 8.30. All you have
to do is sign up at the beginning of your stay to
join in. Activities include games and
competitions, Camp fire and Evening walk in
Local woodland.
(12 x 8 berth tents)
MAPLE LODGE –
RESIDENTIAL CENTRE: SLEEPS 48
Groups hiring the residential centre will have
exclusive use of the building.
The centre has a fully equipped kitchen with
cutlery and crockery.
There is a TV lounge with video/DVD player and
a drying room.
Sheets, duvet and pillowcases are provided as
standard.
DISABLED ACCESS CARAVAN
SLEEPS 4
Accessible accommodation for 2
wheelchair users and 2 carers. Situated
next to Maple Lodge the Disabled access
caravan is available to groups during their
stay. Ramped access, kitchen, lounge with
TV, bathroom / wet room and 2 bedrooms,
both sleeping 2 people, 1st bedroom with
support handles over the beds and wide
floor space, 2nd bedroom smaller for
carers.
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Tent village accommodation is in bungalow
type frame tents each with 4 fitted bunk beds
sleeping 8, and plenty of floor space.
Each village has a 60 foot marquee complete
with wooden floor, kitchen units, tables and
benches. Along with an electricity supply to
provide power for the medium sized fridge /
freezer and lighting.
(4 x 8 berth tents)
A gas oven/stoves and gas water boiler are
provided, with refills free of charge.
A basic set of pots, pans and cooking utensils is
provided. You will however need to bring your
own set of sharp knives and consumables such
as washing up detergent, matches, dishcloths
and black bags.
Orchard Camp accommodation is in bungalow
type frame tents each with 4 fitted bunk beds,
and plenty of floor space.
The Orchard Camp includes a small multi
purpose building, The Forest Lodge, which has
kitchen and dining room and toilet facilities.
Sufficient kitchen equipment, cutlery and
crockery are provided in the Forest Lodge.
Personal bedding and eating equipment are
not provided - campers will need to bring their
own.
ORCHARD CAMP: SLEEPS 32
Personal bedding is not provided - campers will
need to bring their own.
CATERING
Make your stay more relaxing by letting us
provide the catering. The standard package
includes a cooked breakfast, staff attended
lunch and a cooked evening meal. Special
dietary requirements must be notified as soon
as possible.
For a sample menu, visit our website and
download the Leaders handbook.
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BACK TO SCHOOL BONDING –
SEPTEMBER TO NOVEMBER
DUKE OF EDINBURGH
Stubbers Adventure Centre is licensed as an
Approved Activity Provider for The Duke of
Edinburgh’s Award, allowing us to offer
training, practice and assessment for the
Expedition Section.
We can assist your D of E programme at
Bronze, Silver and Gold award.
Bring a whole year group at a discounted rate!
Rotating round a number of challenges in
groups of 20, groups will take part various
activities in the following areas; Team
Challenge, Towers, Problem solving and
Personal challenge.
NATIONAL GOVERNING BODY COURSES
Students work towards a nationally recognised
attainment award from the list below:
British Canoe Union 1 star
Royal Yachting Association Stages 1 or 2
National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme levels 1 or 2
These courses will usually be run over the
course of half a term with one visit per week.
Contact our bookings team to discuss your needs.
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT - £90 PER DAY PER PUPIL
WE COME TO YOU
Based on your school playing field the Stubbers
team can bring a day of outdoor adventure to
your door fitting into the schools timetable for
the day without the need to organise costly
transport.
Activities available include but are not limited
to:
Mobile wall
Archery
Team Challenges
AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS
For more details please contact our bookings
team.
Some pupils benefit even more from a different learning environment.
Day release to Stubbers for industry training and work experience
including nationally recognised courses.
Day release learning at Stubbers
Pupils will work alongside our
experienced permanent staff team
gaining new skills with
valuable on the job training and work
experience.
For more information please contact our
bookings team.
Havering and Thurrock schools only – Fencing
6 week course 3.30 – 5.00pm
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Making a booking with Stubbers couldn’t be simpler and our friendly
Bookings Team is on hand to help and give advice every step of the way,
from your initial enquiry until you return home from your trip.
Call us on 01708 224 753, our office is open Monday to Friday 8.30am 5pm.
MAKE A NO OBLIGATION PROVISIONAL BOOKING
Make a No Obligation Provisional Booking
To make sure you get the dates you want, call us on 01708 224 753 and
speak to a member of our bookings team to make a no obligation
provisional booking. We will then reserve the space for up to 14 days and
send you a Booking confirmation Form plus any further details you need
to proceed with your reservation.
CONFIRM THE BOOKING
Return your completed Booking Form with your deposit. You will then
receive your payment plan and our Operations team will create your
programme, if you have any specific requirements or activity preferences
please inform us as soon as possible. (Subject to availability)
FINAL BALANCE
The final balance is payable 90 days prior to your visit.
FAQ’S
What if our numbers change?
Changes to your booking should be advised to us as soon as possible. An
administration fee of £5 will be applied for issue of a new invoice
following a change. If reducing your numbers inside of 12 weeks before
your trip you will incur cancellation charges. Please see our terms and
conditions for full details.
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What if we have to cancel?
If you need to cancel your booking you should notify us in writing as
early as possible. Cancelling with less than 12 weeks to go before your
trip will incur charges. Please see our terms and conditions for full
details.
What is included in the price?
Price includes all activity equipment and instruction including specialist
activity equipment.
For residential trips a varied evening entertainment programme is also
included (April to October)???
Do teachers and Leaders have to pay?
TBC
Can the weather affect our trip?
Most activities are not affected by the weather as long as the children
are dressed appropriately. However, Stubbers reserve the right to change
an activity if we deem it necessary.
What facilities do you have on site?
Within our picturesque 130 acre site we are pleased to provide, full
changing and shower facilities.
The Source Coffee shop is open every day providing high quality drinks
and snacks.
The Young adventurers play park is available for use under the
supervision of group leaders.
Do any of the activities have any restrictions?
Yes, The Zip wire and Jacob’s ladder are not suited for children below
year 9.
All other activities are accessible to all ages (8+) and abilities. If you have
any special requirements or
access issues within your group please contact our booking team to
discuss your needs.
How do you recruit your staff?
The staff team at Stubbers contains many years experience both at
Stubbers and at other centres.
Upon application all staff are required to undertake an Enhanced CRB
disclosure, provide us with 3
satisfactory references, undertake a training period (the length of which
depends on qualifications and
experience) and work their first month on probation. All staff are
qualified First Aiders.
Does Stubbers have Insurance?
Stubbers Adventure Centre has £10 Million public liability insurance. Any
claim for compensation will be referred to the underwriters.
We strongly advise that you take out suitable insurance cover against
cancellation, accidental injury and
for loss of or damage to personal property while visiting the centre.
CONDITIONS
Do participants need to be able to swim?
No, in the safe confines of our lakes we do not require participants to be
able to swim. They must
however be confident in water when wearing a personal floatation
device (PFD).
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