- The natural home of extraordinary adventuresAmazing activities for everyone, outdoorsFind out more
- Bringing out the best
in young peopleWith carefully crafted activity programmesFind out more - Giving kids and familes
a taste for adventureOn land, in the air or on the waterFind out more - Take your family to new heightsWith the Harlow High AdventureBook online today
- Creating unforgettable experiences away from homeBrilliant residential trips for schools from Essex OutdoorsFind out more
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Outstanding outdoor education experiences
Hover Box Element
“Excellent instruction resulting in a very positive session which encouraged the quieter members of the group to excel.”
Engaines Primary School
Schools
From day trips to residentials and field trips to forest schools, we have terrific value experiences to suit every school – and every appetite for adventure.
Hover Box Element
“Excellent session – Tom really understood the need for the group to use their communication skills.”
Plan B – Essex Youth Service
Groups
Watch them thrive – with our tailor made residentials and day trips for all kinds of groups from across the country.
Hover Box Element
“Our sailing instructor was amazing – supportive, informative and very calm, all round a really positive experience”
D Tristram
RYA Start Sailing Course Participant
Families and Kids
Thrilling adventures and experience days for children and families, on land, in the air and on the water.
School holiday activities
Harlow High Adventure
Sailing and powerboat experiences
Birthdays and celebrations
Why book with Essex Outdoors?
Great adventures, closer to home
With four centres across Essex, from Harlow in the west to Bradwell in the east, we offer high-quality outdoor learning experiences in a range of environments, without the cost or hassle of travelling long distances.
Fantastic value packages
With activity days from just £38 per person and five day/four-night residential visits from just £259 per person, you’ll find our offer hard to beat.
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High quality activity choice
From archery through to zip wire, all our 40+ activity programmes are challenging and fun, and include numerous links to the new national curriculum – all delivered by our friendly and qualified instructors.
Accommodation and facilities for a range of budgets
Whether you’re looking for a fun day of outdoor learning or a summer camp experience for a whole year group, we have the accommodation and facilities to meet your needs.
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