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Instructor-led activities

A man doing archeryIf you are bringing a large group to Foxlease it can be daunting to organise activities for everyone. For this reason, we are happy to put together a tailored activity package specifically for your group.

For more information please contact the senior instructor at Foxlease who will be more than happy to talk through your requirements.

Archery

1½ hour session, maximum of 12 people.

Minimum age is seven years old.

Qualified instructors teach all archery sessions. Groups with their own Grand National Archery Society instructors may hire equipment only (please ask for details).

Abseiling and climbing

1½ hour session, maximum of eight people.

Minimum age is seven years old.

Either climbing or abseiling sessions can be booked on our nine-metre tower. Groups with a qualified climbing instructor (SPA or Girlguiding UK’s climbing qualification) can hire the wall and equipment only.

Crate challenge

1½ hour session, maximum of eight people.

Minimum age is seven years old.

This fun activity encourages team working and helps individuals improve their balance and coordination. Groups must work together to build a crate tower that can support two team members. A Foxlease instructor leads all sessions and safety equipment is provided.

Low ropes course

1½ hour session, maximum of eight people.

Minimum age is ten years old.

This challenging 100-metre course includes a number of different exercises, from balance beams to cargo nets and tunnels. A Foxlease instructor leads all sessions and safety helmets are provided.

Team building

1½ hour session, maximum of 12 people.

Minimum age is seven years old.

A great activity to get people interacting to achieve a common goal. Participants attempt a variety of tasks requiring communication among all group members. The session is facilitated by a member of the Foxlease activity team.

High ropes course

1½ hour session, maximum of 12 people with two instructors.

Minimum age is ten years old.

This course is 11 metres high and is shaped like a cube with eight different elements. Try travelling from low to high among the trees, improving personal confidence or encouraging participants to learn team skills while challenging them individually.

Zip wire

1½ hour session, maximum of 12 people with two instructors.

Minimum age is seven years old.

Build your confidence and enjoy the thrill of whizzing through the trees and over the top of our campfire circle on our permanent zip wire.

Swimming

1½ hour session, recommended maximum of 24 people.

Available from May to September, subject to weather.

A lifeguard with RLSS National Pool Lifeguard qualification or equivalent is required. It may be possible to hire a lifeguard from Foxlease; please request this when booking.

The heated, covered swimming pool is approximately 6m x 12m x 1.5m at its deepest, and does not have a level bottom. Advance booking is recommended during peak times. Visitors with collar-length hair or longer should tie it back or wear a cap.

Kayaking and rafting

Kayaking and rafting are available from April to October. Foxlease is a British Canoe Union (BCU)approved centre. All sessions are run according to BCU guidelines and the instructors are BCU qualified. All those taking part in water activities must be able to swim 50 metres and under-18s must have written permission from a parent or guardian. Groups with their own BCU instructor may hire equipment only (please ask for details).

Kayaking

1½ hour sessions, minimum group size of six, maximum group size of eight.

Minimum age is seven years old.

We offer instructed beginner sessions (for those who have never kayaked before) and instructed improver sessions. There may be an opportunity to assess for BCU skill tests, the Brownie Watersports badge or the Guide Outdoor pursuits badge during the improver session.

Rafting

1½ hour session, minimum group size of six, maximum group size of eight.

Minimum age is seven years old.

An instructor-led session for all ages of children and adults. All participants must be able to swim 50 metres in clothes and be able to tread water for five minutes.

Qualifications needed for hiring activity facilities

If you are hiring out an activity and equipment without an instructor, we will need to see your qualifications before we can issue you with the keys for the facility. A full list of the accepted qualifications is available upon request.

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