Standon Bowers Outdoor Education Centre Staffordshire

Standon Bowers Outdoor Education Centre, nestled in the heart of Staffordshire, offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern adventure.

Since 1885, it has been a home-away-from-home for young people, providing outstanding outdoor learning opportunities. With activities ranging from archery and bushcraft to BMXing and high ropes courses, Standon Bowers ensures an action-packed and educational experience. The centre also boasts a state-of-the-art BMX track designed by Olympic specialists and offers offsite adventures like caving and scrambling at the world-class Roaches. Discover the perfect mix of history and excitement at Standon Bowers!

With over 50 years of pedigree in delivering unforgettable experiences, our day offsite as part of five-day residentials is one to remember. Our dedicated staff live and breathe the outdoors, ensuring every activity is not only safe but also exhilarating and educational. Their expertise and passion consistently earn them top marks in our weekly evaluation forms. Arrival from 10.30 am and Departure on your final day at 1.30pm

LOtC AALA (Climbing Caving Hill Walking) Mountain Training Centre England AHOEC Gold Award RPIOL Awarding Centre

 150+

Main House Modern bedroom and washroom facilities, single en suite staff bedrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, large indoor games room.

Murray House Sleeps up to 26 people, conservatory area and modern kitchen, fully accessible washrooms and bedrooms, ceiling tracking hoists and specialist profiling beds. Stone Hill House Sleeps up to 26 people, lounge area and modern kitchen.

Yes, we provide if required. We have a risk management statement that is generally sufficient https://entrust.education/Page/642

In addition, we support over 100 schools with Educational Visits Advice and Guidance,

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Richard Walklate

oecbookings@entrust-ed.co.uk 

Prices start from £74+VAT pp for Primary and £99+VAT for Secondary. 

Discounts are currently up to 40% off selected dates 

Generally, 1 free adult for every 10 students

All staff are First Aid Trained and we are a First Aid training provider.

Each group is additionally allocated a private classroom facility for activity education briefings and exclusive use at all times.

Other facilities include canteen style kitchen, catering for a range of dietary needs. Wi-Fi is available for visit leaders only at specific locations on site.

Exclusive camping field with dedicated washroom facilities and two yurts. The largest yurt can seat 64 people, has heating – including a large log burner, 240v plugs, microwave, fridges and kettles.

Self-catering and full catering, and groups are welcome to bring their own lunches if attending for the day only.

We are wheelchair accessible

Open all year including weekends and school holidays

“I cannot begin to explain the excitement and buzz that our pupils and staff returned to school with this week. Both groups that attended Standon Bowers have said how inclusive and supportive all your staff were with our pupils.  It really is difficult to find places that offer equal opportunities, so we would like to say a massive thank you to all involved.” 

-Heather Martin – Assistant Headteacher, Green Park School

Within easy access of Junction 14 and 15 of the M6 between Eccleshall and Newcastle Under Lyme. 

 The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. National Governing Body Training Awards including Climbing, Canoeing, Kayaking and Walking.