The Bushcraft Company at Badminton Woods Gloucestershire

At The Bushcraft Company we believe that unforgettable experiences are created through stepping outside of the norm, forming bonds with friends and personal growth. This is why we deliver meaningful residentials designed to create lasting memories for your students!

What do we do?

• 2 day, 3 day or 5 day residential trips
• Day long experiences
• Year 3 to Year 8
• Amazing woodland locations
• Affordable Real Outdoor Adventures

We understand every group is different.  On your own private camping village, just for your group, your adventure is delivered by our fantastic 24-hour Bushcraft team.  You will have the same highly passionate and trained staff throughout your entire trip, ensuring we can get to know you and your students and deliver an experience which is perfect for you.

Why do we do it?

Here are some of the many reasons why we have been passionate about delivering real outdoor adventures for over 14 years and are now a leading provider of outdoor education.

• Children spend an average of 4-6 hours a day on screens.  Escaping technology, social media and the stresses of the online world, students will improve problem solving skills, communication and teamwork.
• 90% of children who spent time in nature are more likely to experience lower levels of stress and improved well-being
• Children who spend time outdoors are 50% less likely to develop mental health issues.  We want to inspire a passion to get outdoors on a regular basis.
• Outdoor learning has been shown to increase attention span by as much as 20% when students return to classroom-based work
• 4 in 5 young people have never slept outdoors.  This is a special and exciting experience we think everyone should try at least once in their life!
• We love what we do!  Many of our staff live outdoors for the full season, so their knowledge and passion is remarkable!

Our aim is not to just give a taste of adventure, but inspire a lifetime of it!

Why choose The Bushcraft Company?

We are not your standard activity centre.

• Hands on for all:  All our activities are designed to be hands on for every student at all times.  There will be no waiting and watching friends do an activity, we utilize the time having fun!
• 24-hour Bushcraft staff:  Our staff are what makes this trip as special as it is.  You have the same team from the moment you arrive to the moment you depart ensuring we build good relationships, understand your requirements and deliver the best experience for you.  We also deliver all activities and evening entertainment, so school staff can sit back and relax with a cup of our premium coffee!
• Private camping village:  There is no interaction with other groups or sharing of facilities.  You have your own part of the woodlands, just for your school.
• Environment:  Our woodland locations are amazing, providing the perfect setting for a truly immersive and inspiring outdoor adventure.

You will have your own private woodland village when on a trip with us.  There is no queuing or sharing areas for activities.  The majority of activities happen in your own area of the woodland, ensuring a tailored and focused experience.  Everything is included with our trips, so there is no need to book or pay for additional activities.  Our team will deliver all activities and entertainment so teachers/staff do not need to worry about the logistics or organization on camp.

As an organisation that works with young people, we are inspected by, and are members of a number of governing bodies, including:

British Activity Provider Association (BAPA).

The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom (LOTC).

Adventuremark.

Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA).

Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL).

We are also a finalist in the School Travel Awards for Best Residential Provider 2024.

• Bushcraft
• Fire Lighting
• Shelter Building
• Scenario SOS
• Salmon Pannassing
• Camouflage & Concealment
• Tomahawk Throwing
• Games
• Trap Making
• Cooking
• Cutting Tools
• Leadership
• Team Building
• Archery
• Crafts
• Ecology
• Environmental Studies
• Geography
• Geology
• Orienteering
• Outdoor Education
• PE
• Personal Development Mentoring
• Safety Awareness
• Social Skills

Our minimum number is 25 or 30 students, depending on dates and duration.  We have no maximum number and have catered for groups of up to 300 students.

We have no restrictions on our camps

We provide a full risk management policy.  This can be found on your Teacher Portal, along with many other useful resources to plan and prepare for your trip.

Cost depends on exact dates and student numbers.  Prices include all activities, food, accommodation, 24-hour Bushcraft staff.  Staff places are free on a ratio of 1:10.

Guideline prices are as follows:

Autumn term (September-October)

2 day 1 night residential: from £99+vat per student

3 day 2 night residential: from £179+vat per student

5 day 4 night residential: from £275+vat per student

Summer term

2 day 1 night residential: from £99-£130+vat per student

3 day 2 night residential: £195-£230+vat per student

5 day 4 night residential: from £300+vat per student

On each camp, there will be at least one qualified First Aider and many of our staff are trained to FPOS level.

In case of an emergency, the Estate Manager will assist transportation to the nearest A&E department.

If you’re a parent, emergency contact details can be requested from your school.

We provide all meals and snacks.  Food is part of the experience, and not just the fuel to get us through the fun!  Everything is cooked and prepared in our outdoor central kitchen over camping stoves and open fires, so you get a truly authentic outdoor experience.

We also allow students to try their hand at some wilderness cookery, including BBQ burgers, topping woodfired pizzas and smores.

We cater for dietary requirements, allergies and intolerances.

We try our best to cater for any disability.  However, please get in contact with us so we can discuss your requirements before booking.

End of April – October

Weekdays, but some weekends may be available on request.

Please follow the link to see our testimonials:

https://kaddi.com/details.asp?providerid=12327

Didmarton, Gloucestershire (GL9)

Badminton Woods is situated just 10 minutes off the M4.  The Bushcraft Company is located in the surrounding grounds and woodlands of the Grade I country estates, Badminton House.

We also have 3 other locations across the UK: Northamptonshire, Kent, Yorkshire

Staying in your very own private safari-style camping village, you will have your own area of the woodlands, just for your school or group.

Lovely bell tents, that sleep approximately 10 students each, are positioned around a central yurt, which is the heart of camp.  This central yurt is also where the Bushcraft team sleep, offering 24-hour support.

School staff have their own area of camp with unlimited coffee and biscuits where they can sit back and relax whilst the Bushcraft team run the adventure.  Staff tents are equipped with camp beds and sleep 1-2 people depending on staff numbers.

It is a truly beautiful and immersive wilderness setting.  We also have a virtual tour of camp if you want to explore where you will be staying before you arrive.

We would love to talk to you about booking one of our adventures.  Please contact us on trips@thebushcraftcompany.com to discuss this your plans and our team will be happy to help.