School Trips - Betteshanger Country Park based in Deal, Kent

School Trips

Betteshanger Park is the perfect destination for exciting and educational school trips! We offer a wide range of activities that combine learning with adventure, suitable for different age groups and tailored to your needs. Each activity is led by our trained instructors, ensuring a safe and fun experience for all. Explore the outdoors and create lasting memories with your students.

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Battlezone Archery

This fast-paced, action-packed team game combines archery with strategic teamwork. Students will divide into two teams and engage in a friendly archery battle, building communication and leadership skills.

Minimum age: 10 | Maximum group size: 30

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Battle Blasters

Armed with foam dart blasters, students will battle it out in an energetic and competitive environment. Teams must work together to defeat the opposition in this fun-filled activity.

Minimum age: 5 | Maximum group size: 30

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Gel Blasters

In this thrilling game, students will be equipped with gel blasters to take out their opponents. It’s an eco-conscious and high-energy way to build teamwork and problem-solving abilities.

Minimum age: 8 | Maximum group size: 30

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Boonies

Our army assault course is ready and waiting to help with teambuilding, building confidence and just having fun!

Minimum age: 5 | Maximum group size: 60

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Cycling

Lead rides continue, to guide you around the park and through our tracks.

NEW for 2025, we now offer bike mechanic courses – available for 1 day or up to 10 week periods.

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Target Archery

Discover the timeless skill of archery as students take aim and test their precision. Under expert guidance, they’ll develop focus, coordination, and confidence in hitting the target. Perfect for an engaging, hands-on experience.

Minimum age: 8 | Maximum group size: 6

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Survival School

Learn the essentials of wilderness survival, including shelter building, fire lighting, and navigation. These workshops are a great way for students to connect with nature and develop practical survival skills.

Minimum age: 7 | Maximum group size: 30

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Fossil Hunting

Uncover fossils and learn about the local geological history at Betteshanger Park. Students will use professional tools to find their own fossils and gain a deeper understanding of Earth’s prehistoric past. This weather-dependent activity is perfect for young palaeontologists!

Minimum age: 5 | Maximum group size: 25

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Orienteering

Put students’ navigation skills to the test with our orienteering courses. They’ll need to use a map and compass to navigate different terrains, fostering problem-solving and independence.

Minimum age: 5 | No maximum group size

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Axe Throwing

Let students unleash their inner Vikings as they test their strength and precision with axe throwing! This exhilarating activity is perfect for team building and pushing personal limits.

Minimum age: 10 | Maximum group size: 6

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Air Rifle Range

Challenge students’ concentration and accuracy with our air rifle range, where they’ll learn to safely handle and shoot air rifles under expert guidance.

Minimum age: 10 | Maximum group size: 2

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Nightlining

Perfect for developing communication skills and teamwork, this activity challenges students to navigate an assault course while blindfolded. Can they guide each other to success?

Minimum age: 8 | Maximum group size: 20

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Forest School

Our Forest School sessions offer hands-on outdoor learning experiences, allowing children to explore nature through child-led activities or structured workshops that complement classroom learning.

Minimum age: Toddler | Maximum group size: 30

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Outdoor Enrichment

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Designed to complement classroom learning, our outdoor enrichment workshops offer a range of activities that bring education to life in the great outdoors.

Minimum age: 5 | Maximum group size: 30

Residentials

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Extend your school trip with a residential stay at Betteshanger Park! Students can camp in our forest school area and participate in various activities, enjoying an immersive outdoor experience.

Minimum group sizes apply | No maximum group size

Off-Site Activities

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We can bring our exciting outdoor activities directly to your school! Our team will deliver an unforgettable experience tailored to your needs, without the need to travel to the park.

Minimum group sizes apply