Experience the Magic at Hilston Park

It is important to remind ourselves of the incredible benefits of learning outside the classroom. At Hilston Park, students embark on transformative adventures that enrich their education and their lives. From scaling heights on our climbing walls to navigating forests on night hikes, Hilston Park offers an unparalleled outdoor learning experience in the stunning Wye Valley.

Activities That Make Every Visit Magical

Our comprehensive programme of outdoor activities is designed to challenge, inspire and connect. Whether you are visiting for a day or a multi-day residential, every session is expertly facilitated to maximise personal growth and group cohesion:

• Climbing — building determination and physical confidence on our purpose-built wall
• Balance Beam — developing focus, coordination and the courage to keep going
• Rope Rescue — teamwork, communication and creative problem-solving under pressure
• Raft Building — engineering skills, collaboration and getting thoroughly wet
• Night Hikes — navigation, trust-building and discovering a whole new side of the natural world
• Paddle Boarding — balance, perseverance and the joy of being on the water
• Orienteering — map reading, decision-making and independence in the field
• Bushcraft — survival skills, environmental connection and hands-on learning

What We’re Offering

At Hilston Park, we are committed to making exceptional outdoor education accessible to as many schools and groups as possible. We offer a range of flexible options to suit different needs and budgets:

• Revision Retreats — a unique combination of structured academic revision and outdoor activity breaks, designed to reduce stress and maximise focus for exam-year students
• FREE 1-Day Leader Preview — we invite teachers and group leaders to experience Hilston Park for free, so they can see exactly what their students will encounter before booking
• Early Bird Discount — secure your 2024/2025 booking early and enjoy a 20% Early Bird discount — helping schools plan ahead and save on their outdoor education budget

Every child who visits Hilston Park leaves a little taller — not just because they have climbed something higher than they thought possible, but because they have discovered something about themselves that will stay with them far beyond their time here.