
Full day courses run from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Morning courses (including Little Adventurers) are from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and afternoon courses from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Arrival for registration opens 10 minutes before the course start time and collection is up to 15 minutes after the finish time. For children booked onto the early/late wraparound cover arrival is from 8:00 am and collection up until 6:00 pm for full day courses. Children on full day courses should bring a packed lunch and drink. Little Adventurers should bring a drink and some snacks for the break between activities. We have a selection of wetsuits here at the centre that can be used but we recommend bringing a dry change of clothes/shoes for days with wet activities. Please note, footwear must be worn whilst on the water and sandals/flip flops are not suitable. Please see our full clothing list for more details.
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For further enquiries please email us on info@haven-banks.co.uk
Summer Holidays, October/February/May Half-Terms and the Easter Holidays.
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Haven Banks has a reputation second to none with regards to the activity opportunities it provides for young people. The Centre has been providing school holiday activity courses and sessions for over 40 years, which is testament to the outstanding service we provide. Being Ofsted registered and holding numerous National Governing Body and HSE accreditations and recognitions, you can be assured your children are in the safest possible care. The Centre provides a full and extensive range of outdoor and adventurous activity opportunities, for young people throughout the full six weeks of the school summer holidays, the full week of October, February and May half-terms and throughout the two week Easter holidays. A wide and varied programme offers 8-14 year olds a vast range of outdoor and adventurous activity opportunities. Activities are suited to all ability levels and, with beginner courses and improver courses available, there really is something for everyone regardless of the level of ability or confidence. Courses and activity sessions include:
- Week-long half-day courses in sailing, climbing or kayaking. Young people can work towards national awards and accreditation.
- Multi Activity weeks provide an exhilarating choice of over 10 activities over the full week. Three options are available depending on the preferred activities.
- Pick and mix activity days with a choice of 2-3 fantastic activities each day. Select your own activities and make your own bespoke course. Choose as many or few days as you require.
Holiday programmes run from 9.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday with the option of an early drop off from 8.00am and late collection up to 6.00pm for busy parents. Half day courses run from 9.30am – 12.30pm or 1.30pm – 4.30pm. We believe our activity courses and sessions compliment the Every Child Matters initiative launched by the Government , whatever their background or their circumstances. We provide the support young people need to:
- Stay healthy
- Be safe
- Achieve economically
- Contribute to society positively
- Enjoy life
Our Beginners Sailing courses and Improvers Sailing courses for 8-14 year-olds are particularly popular, so if you are interested we would recommend emailing us to register your interest and join an available waiting list.
If you have any queries about the Centre, its staff or any of the activities, please contact the Centre. As parents, carers or guardians, you are more than welcome visit the Centre to discuss any queries you might have. Please telephone or email us to arrange a visit.
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October Half-Term
23rd October - 27th October 2023
Half-day, one-day and week-long activity courses and sessions for 5-8 and 8-14 year olds. Courses and activity sessions include: Kayaking, canoeing, sailing, rock climbing, climbing wall, improvised raft-building, archery, team-building, and bush craft skills. Early morning drop off and late collection options for busy parents.
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February Half-Term
12th - 16th February 2024
Half-day, one-day and week-long activity courses and sessions for 5-8 and 8-14 year olds. Courses and activity sessions include: kayaking, canoeing, climbing wall and artificial caving, improvised raft-building, archery, orienteering, team-building, bush craft skills and bell-boating. Early morning drop off and late collection options for busy parents.
Our February Half-Term 2023 programme of activity courses will be released online on Tuesday 1st November 2022 at midday.
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Easter Holidays
2nd April - 12th April 2024
Half-day, one-day and week-long activity courses and sessions for 5-8 and 8-14 year olds. Courses and activity sessions include: Beginner and improver kayaking and sailing courses, coasteering, canoeing, rock climbing, climbing wall and Powerfan descents, caving and artificial caving, improvised raft-building, archery, orienteering, team-building, bush craft skills and bell-boating. Early morning drop off and late collection options for busy parents.
Our Easter Holidays 2023 programme of activity courses will be released online on Wednesday 1st February 2023 at midday.
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May Half-Term
27th May - 31st May 2024
Half-day, one-day and week-long activity courses and sessions for 5-8 and 8-14 year olds. Activity sessions include: Kayaking, canoeing, sailing, rock climbing, climbing wall and Powerfan descents, caving and artificial caving, improvised raft-building, archery, orienteering, team-building and bell-boating. Early morning drop off and late collection options for busy parents.
Our May Half-Term 2023 programme of activity courses will be released online on Wednesday 1st March 2023 at midday.
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Summer Holiday Activities
22nd July - 30th July 2024
Half-day, multi-day, and week long courses and activity sessions for 5-8 and 8-14 year olds. Courses and activity sessions include: Kayaking, canoeing, canoe camping expeditions, sailing, rock climbing, climbing wall and artificial caving, improvised raft-building, archery, orienteering, team-building, stand-up-paddleboarding and bell-boating. Early morning drop off and late collection options for busy parents.
Our Summer Holidays 2023 programme of activity courses will be released online on Monday 3rd April 2023 at midday.
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