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GOLD DOFE
MULTI-ACTIVITY RESIDENTIALS
Our Gold DofE activity residential weeks are great fun and attract participants from all around the country to our base here near Bristol.
MAKE MEMORIES
You will meet loads of like-minded people and share memories that will last a lifetime.
REAL OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
From kayaking on a river to scaling a limestone rock face to throwing axes, all our adventures are authentic and outrageously addictive!
COSY ACCOMMODATION
Exclusive use of our onsite residential Lodge accommodation including bunkrooms each with en-suite facilities plus a full catering package included.
ALL INCLUDED
Everything is included and arranged for you by our dedicated DofE support team from insurance to activities to dietary requirements.
TRANSPORT
Our site is well situated within North Somerset, near Bristol and Weston-super-Mare with easy road and rail access.

ACTION PACKED ADVENTURE!
Our multi-activity weeks require no experience in any of the activities so it doesn't matter if you're a complete beginner or experienced in adventure. Our flexible approach means we can adapt the program to suit the group or the weather... your week would look a bit like this:
MONDAY
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Arrive
Mission Impossible challenge
Evening activities
THURSDAY
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Archery, Air Rifle
& Axe Throwing
Evening activities
TUESDAY
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
FRIDAY
Morning
Afternoon
WEDNESDAY
Kayaking & SUP
Assault Course & Raft Build
Evening activities
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Rock Climbing
Abseiling or Caving
Evening activities
Archery Active
Debrief, lunch & departure
Evening activities include a frisbee golf tournament, team games and a bushcraft dinner cooked over a campfire. One evening will be free time to chill out and socialise with your group.
Activities
Mailing List
Indoor Accmmodation

MENDIP LODGE
Our indoor residential centre, Mendip Lodge, is a large rural bunkhouse, overlooking our ski slope right here in the heart of Somerset.
This Lodge will be exclusive to you throughout your week. Downstairs, a spacious lounge area and dining room ensure there is plenty of space to relax in your downtime.
Upstairs, there are 15 bedrooms, each sleeping between 4 and 9 people per room in double and triple bunk beds. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with a shower. There is UBS charging and free WIFI throughout.
There will be a member of the Mendip team sleeping on-site each night.
Catering

CATERING
Our menus are locally sourced and packed with all the energy you need for the adventure ahead. Everything is prepared on site in our fully-equipped, commercial catering kitchen. Expect healthy, nutritious and delicious food.
What's included?
Catering starts with an evening meal on Monday and ends with lunch on Friday.
Each day, we will provide an unlimited continental buffet for breakfast, packed lunches to take with you on activities and a home-cooked two-course evening meal. Water, squash and hot drinks will be available at all times. You are welcome to bring additional snacks for in-between meal times.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
We can cater for all dietary needs and requirements and can provide details of all our menus in advance including allergens and calories.
We will ask you to complete an induction questionnaire ahead of arrival, including any specific dietary needs so we can be sure to plan the menu accordingly.
TRANSPORT
Our site is based in the heart of the Mendip Hills National Landscape and very well connected to the South West, specifically Bristol and Weston-super-Mare.
TRAIN STATION - FREE PICK UP AND DROP OFF
We offer a free pick-up service from Weston-super-Mare train station. This line is well connected with London, Bath, Bristol and Exeter.
If arriving by train, please arrive into Weston-super-Mare by 12pm. On the Friday, please book onward travel from 2:30pm.
AIRPORT
We are a 15-minute drive from Bristol Airport. If arriving at Bristol Airport we can help you arrange a taxi.
CAR
If you are driving yourself, we have plenty of free parking onsite. Please arrive by 12:30pm. Departure is from 2:30pm. View directions here.

transport
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQS
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What if I don’t want to do a certain part of the course?You can opt out of any element of the course that you do not have an interest in. If there is something you definitely do not want to do, we can work out a reduced rate kit package for you. Unfortunately the cost of the course will remain the same.
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Is there an age limit?The course is designed for ages 18+. There is no upper limit as long as you are fit, active and love being outside.
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How do we book?Book here
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What if I can’t make an Open Day?We are open 7 days a week and into the evenings and are more than happy to arrange an individual open day if you are struggling to attend. Just drop us a message to hi@outdoorinstructortraining.co.uk and we can arrange a day and time.
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What if we have to cancel?If you need to cancel your booking, please let us know by email as soon as possible. Your booking will be cancelled with effect from the day we receive your email notification and subject to our standard cancellation charges: In case of a cancellation or amendment of bookings the following rules apply: - Mendip reserves the right to cancel or alter any activity or event due to circumstances beyond our control. In the event of cancellation, an alternative date will be arranged. If we are unable to run the weekend due to Covid restrictions we will offer you full credit or a refund if you prefer. - If you need to cancel or rearrange your booking with more than 48 hours notice then we will create a gift voucher to the value of the booking less a small £5 administration charge which will be valid for 12 months for any of our activities. - If you have to cancel within 48 hours of your booking regretably we can not offer any credit or rearrange your booking. For any cancellation made with less than 48 hours until your booking, due to medical reasons suported by official documentation, a credit will be applied to your account for you to rebook another time. - The term 'booking' shall be taken to mean any session, course or event arranged by Mendip.
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What activities are included?Archery Air Rifle Axe Throwing Bushcraft Rock Climbing Tobogganing Frisbee Golf Orienteering Two evening activities Optional activities- Try Caving, Try Skiing, Try Snowboarding (additional charge applies)
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Can a member of my group ski, snowboard, or cave?"You can book an optional and additional activities: Try Caving on the Saturday Evening (£15 per person) Try Skiing on the Friday evening or Sunday afternoon (£30 per person) Try Snowboarding on the Sunday afternoon (£30 per person) These activities can be booked just for indiviudals (including any under 16s ages 7+) or the whole group.
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What catering is included?All catering is included from Friday evening to Sunday lunchtime! Cooked breakfast, packed lunch, home cooked dinner. Each meal includes squash/hot drinks. The bar and cafe will also be open if you wish to buy any extras.
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What dietary or special requirements can you cater to?Yes, our team are great and can cater to all requirements. Please let us know in advance and if you have any specific questions or requests we will do our best to accommodate these.
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What do we need to bring?Towels, linen and pillows are not provided. You will need to bring your own. Don't forget a rain jacket, warm clothes and sturdy footwear. We recommend reading our kit lists for more guidance.
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What are arrival and check out times?You can arrive from 4pm on the first evening. If you can't get here until later, don't worry! Check out is by 4pm on Sunday. Activities will be finished by 3pm so you have plenty of time to get a cup of tea and one last slice of cake before you leave!
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Do we have to take part in every activity?This is your weekend to do as you please! We know it's jam packed and full on, so if any of your family need a break at any point, that's absolutely fine.
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We have a group bigger than 6. Can we still book?You can book as two separate groups or get in touch with us regarding larger group bookings.
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