Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development (SOLD) operate four outdoor learning facilities across Surrey. Each has a colourful history and different experiences on offer.

All are operated to the same high standard and employ the same methods to deliver high quality outdoor learning experiences.

Please select from the list below to jump to more information on the facility.

• Angel Blue – Canal Boat
• Henley Fort - Guildford
• High Ashurst - Dorking
• Thames Young Mariners - Richmond

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Angel Blue

Angel Blue is a purpose built canal boat which sails on the Wey Navigation and the Thames. The boat was designed with wheelchair users in mind and has lift access to all parts of the boat. Groups take an active role in the operation of the boat and the locks during their journey. The boat can moor at many places along the bank so the crew can take advantage of the beautiful countryside.

Angel Blue (skippered by a SOLD instructor) is available for half and full day trips along the Wey. She is ideal for working with groups to promote teamwork and communication or for getting away from the distractions of daily life to explore personal or social development.

For longer (residential) trips Angel Blue sleeps 10 people plus the skipper and has a kitchen/dining area providing a self-catering option. A shower room and 2 toilets complete the essentials for a comfortable self-contained voyage along the river or canal.

We have more information on the activities available while on Angel Blue, how to find Angel Blue or courses on Angel Blue.

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Henley Fort

Henley Fort uses a Victorian mobilisation centre built in the 1880's on the top of the Hog's Back, near Guildford.

In addition to the traditional outdoor education activities on offer Henley Fort offers historical activities from the Victorian era and World War II.

Activities on offer include both land and water based options, as the centre can take advantage of both the Hog's Back and the Wey Navigation, running through Guildford. Camping is available but bring your own tents.

Activities available:

• Adventure Walk
• Archery
• Climbing & Abseiling
• Forest Schools
• Open Canoeing
• Orienteering
• Challenge Courses
• Team Tasks
• Trail Biking

We have more information on the activities available, how to find Henley Fort or courses at Henley Fort.

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High Ashurst

High Ashurst is situated in 56 acres of wood and heath land on the North Downs, between Leatherhead and Dorking. The site has direct access to Headley Heath and is close to the top of Box Hill.

There is a wide range of land-based activities on offer and groups can camp on site either in their own tents or in Tepee villages. We have recently complete 4 residential 'log cabins', each sleeping 20 people. All are suitable for wheelchair access and one is specially designed for high dependency disabled people.

Activities available:

• Adventure Walk
• Archery
• Climbing & Abseiling
• Forest Schools
• Orienteering
• Ropes Courses
• Team Tasks
• Trail Biking

We have more information on the activities available, how to find High Ashurst or courses at High Ashurst.

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Thames Young Mariners

Thames Young Mariners is situated in the Ham Local Nature Reserve in Richmond. It is a large site, which includes a 10 acre lake, beside the Thames.

It offers a wide range of both land and water based activities and includes the River Thames to offer a journeying option to your visit. Groups can camp on site in their own tents.

Activities available:

• Adventure Walk
• Climbing
• Bell Boating
• Kayaking
• Open Canoeing
• Orienteering
• Power Boating
• Raft Building
• Ropes Courses
• Sailing
• Team Tasks
• Trail Biking

We have more information on the activities available, how to find Thames Young Mariners or courses at Thames Young Mariners.