We are an educational charity that helps young people to defy limitations through learning and adventures in the wild. We challenge young people to never give up, to change their perspective and to learn the most important lesson: to believe in themselves.

Were adapting our programmes so that we can keep supporting young people when they need it most.

Bookings are now open for 2022 summer adventures.

Were getting back to overnight residentials.

COVID-safe, customised outdoor learning programmes to develop your team.

29 October 21

We hear the impact of our first young leader programme for BAME groups

4 October 21

We’re 80 this year. It’s quite a milestone for us.

17 May 21

Lockdown didn’t help me with anxiety... this is Toris story

Our long-standing reputation for safety is one of the most frequently stated reasons for using The Outward Bound Trust. We are referenced in our sector as the most experienced in our field. We pride ourselves on this and take our responsibilities seriously.

We have six UK residential centres all in areas of outstanding natural beauty. Their location in some of the UK's wildest places is an essential part of us being able to deliver courses with a difference.

Children and young people across the UK have had their lives turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic. The outdoors is vital for young peoples recovery, resilience and wellbeing.

Weve been collecting stories from the young people weve worked with, the Outward Bound team and our wider family to see what theyve been doing and how theyve adapted during the COVID-19 crisis.