BUSHCRAFT WORKSHOPS
FOR SCHOOLS
In London, Kent and Buckinghamshire
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Primary schools
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Secondary schools
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Colleges
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Environmental Education Events
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Outdoor learning programmes
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Alternative school trips
Bushcraft Workshops for Schools
Outdoor Education That Builds Confidence, Teamwork & Resilience
Take learning beyond the classroom with Wildeye Adventure's immersive bushcraft workshops for primary and secondary schools across London, Kent and Buckinghamshire.
Led by experienced outdoor instructors, our hands-on workshops introduce students to essential bushcraft and survival skills, from fire lighting and shelter building to woodland ecology, nature awareness and team challenges.
Through adventure, exploration and practical problem-solving, students develop confidence, independence, communication and a greater understanding of the natural world.
Whether you're planning a school enrichment day, an outdoor learning programme or an alternative school trip, we offer flexible half-day, full-day and extended experiences at our woodland locations or suitable school grounds.
Suitable for: Primary schools | Secondary schools | Enrichment days | School trips | Youth groups
What Teachers Need to Know
Our workshops are designed to fit easily into school programmes while providing a memorable outdoor learning experience for students.
Age Groups
Primary, Secondary and College school students. Activities adapted to any age and ability
Group sizes:
Workshops can be adapted for small groups or larger classes.
Location:
Sessions can take place at one of our woodland sites around London, Buckinghamshire or Kent, or on school grounds where suitable outdoor space is available.
Equipment:
All bushcraft equipment and materials are provided. Fire dishes are used for camp fires.
Safety:
Activities are risk-assessed and led by experienced instructors with appropriate public liability insurance and DBS checked.
Programme length:
Half-day, full-day and extended bushcraft programs available.
If you are unsure what would work best for your school, we are happy to help design a session that suits your students, schedule and school budget.
Get in touch to discuss your school bushcraft workshop.
See frequently asked questions below.
Bushcraft Activities for Schools
Fire Lighting Skills
Discover different fire lighting techniques, learn about fire safety and responsible campcraft.
Campfire Creation
Responsible campfire creation, the fire triangle, toasting marshmallows
Shelter Building
Working together to construct shelters using tarps and natural materials.
Archery Practise
Archery practise available at specific woodland sites.
Water Filtration
Investigate how natural materials can filter water and explore the principles of safe water purification
Orienteering
Learn about natural navigation techniques, take part in an orienteering woodland challenge.
Nature ID & Foraging
Discover local trees, plants & fungi while learning about woodland ecosystems and responsible foraging.
Survival Challenges
Practise useful knots, emergency
signalling and collaborative survival challenges.
School Bushcraft Locations Across London, Kent & Buckinghamshire
Wildeye Adventures delivers outdoor education and bushcraft workshops at selected woodland locations and scout camps across Greater London, Kent and Buckinghamshire.
Our woodland venues provide natural settings for hands-on learning, team challenges and outdoor exploration, with toilet facilities available at most locations.
Our woodland locations include:
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Buckinghamshire: Chalfont St Peter
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Kent: Sevenoaks
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South London: Croydon and Dulwich
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West London: Barnes
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North London: Bounds Green
Bushcraft Workshops at Your School
We can also bring our bushcraft and outdoor education workshops directly to your school grounds or another suitable outdoor location.
Our flexible programmes can be adapted to your school's timetable, group size, learning objectives and budget.
Contact us to discuss the most suitable location and workshop for your school.
Bushcraft and the School Curriculum
Our bushcraft workshops bring classroom learning to life through practical outdoor experiences. Activities can be adapted to support curriculum learning, environmental education and personal development.
Science & Environmental Education
Explore woodland habitats, ecosystems, plant identification and the importance of biodiversity through hands-on nature activities.
Geography & Navigation
Develop map-reading, orientation and observation skills while discovering how people interact with and navigate natural landscapes.
Physical Education & Wellbeing
Encourage movement, coordination, cooperation and confidence through outdoor challenges and practical activities.
Personal, Social & Emotional Development
Build resilience, independence, leadership and communication through collaborative problem-solving and new experiences.
Our programmes can be tailored to different age groups and learning objectives, making bushcraft a valuable addition to school enrichment days, outdoor education programmes and curriculum-linked activities.
School Bushcraft Programmes & Prices
Our school bushcraft workshops offer flexible half-day, full-day and extended outdoor learning experiences, tailored to your school's age groups, timetable and learning objectives.
Half-Day Bushcraft Experience
Ideal for activity mornings, afternoon sessions and school enrichment days.
An engaging introduction to essential bushcraft skills through practical woodland activities.
Activities may include:
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Fire lighting with flint and steel
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Woodland shelter building
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Nature awareness and wildlife tracking
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Bushcraft teamwork challenges
Duration: 3 - 4 hours
Group size: 5 to 30 students
Price: From £250 per session
Full-Day Bushcraft Workshop
Ideal for school trips and immersive outdoor education days.
A more comprehensive bushcraft experience, allowing students to explore a wider range of outdoor skills and challenges.
Activities may include:
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Fire lighting and camp craft
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Shelter building
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Bushcraft cooking
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Target archery
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Woodland mindfulness and nature connection
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Survival skills and team challenges
Duration: 5–6 hours
Group size: 5 to 30 students
Price: From £500 per session
Extended Bushcraft Programme
Ideal for enrichment programmes, residential trips and extended outdoor learning.
Longer programmes provide opportunities to develop bushcraft skills, independence and teamwork through progressively challenging activities.
Activities may include:
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Advanced fire lighting and camp craft
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Outdoor cooking
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Making medicinal remedies using local plants
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Wilderness survival scenarios
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Bushcraft knife work & woodwork
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Teamwork and leadership challenges
Duration: Custom or multi-day programmes
Group size: Tailored to your requirements
Price: Available on request
What's Included in Your School Workshop?
All programmes include:
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Experienced bushcraft instructors
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Specialist bushcraft equipment and activity materials
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Age-appropriate, structured outdoor activities
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Risk-assessed sessions
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Public liability insurance
Flexible School Bookings
Workshops can be adapted to suit student's' ages, group size, timetable and preferred location. We can accommodate larger groups by arrangement, subject to instructor availability. Please enquire for a personalised quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups are your bushcraft workshops suitable for?
Our bushcraft workshops can be adapted for a wide range of age groups, including primary school students, secondary school students and youth groups such as scouts and guides. Activities are adjusted to suit the age, experience and ability of the group.
Do students or scouts need any previous experience?
No previous experience is required. Our sessions are designed to introduce participants to bushcraft skills in a safe, supportive and beginner-friendly way.
What bushcraft activities do participants take part in?
Activities may include:
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fire lighting with flint and steel
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shelter building using tarps
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bushcraft cooking over a fire
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tree & plant ID
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water filtration & purification
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teamwork and survival challenges
Activities can be adapted depending on the programme length and group age.
How long do the workshops last?
We offer flexible programmes including:
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Half-day sessions (2–3 hours)
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Full-day workshops
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Extended or multi-day programmes
We can help design a session that fits your schedule.
Where do the workshops take place?
Bushcraft sessions can be delivered at woodland locations or suitable outdoor spaces. In some cases, workshops may also be run on school grounds or scout campsites where there is appropriate space for activities.
What group sizes can you accommodate?
Workshops are typically designed for groups of up to 30 participants per instructor. Larger groups can often be accommodated with additional instructors or by splitting the group into smaller activity groups.
Is bushcraft safe for children?
Safety is always a top priority. All activities are risk-assessed and supervised by experienced instructors. Participants are taught how to use tools and equipment responsibly and safely.
Do you provide all the equipment?
Yes. We provide all specialist bushcraft equipment required for the session, including materials for activities such as fire lighting, shelter building and cooking. Participants simply need to wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear.
What should participants bring?
Participants should bring:
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suitable outdoor clothing
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waterproof jacket (depending on weather)
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sturdy footwear
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water bottle
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packed lunch if attending a full-day session
A full information sheet can be provided before the session.
What if the weather is bad?
Bushcraft takes place outdoors and learning to work with the natural environment is part of the experience. In most cases, sessions can still run safely in typical British weather such as light rain or colder conditions.
Participants will be advised to wear appropriate outdoor clothing, including waterproof jackets and sturdy footwear.
In the case of severe weather conditions (such as high winds or storms) that could affect safety, the session may be rescheduled to a later date. Our priority is always the safety and wellbeing of all participants. Many groups find that learning bushcraft in varied weather actually adds to the experience and helps participants develop resilience and adaptability outdoors.
Can the workshop link to the school curriculum or badge requirements?
Yes. Bushcraft workshops support areas of the UK curriculum such as science, geography, physical education and personal development. Sessions can also be adapted to support scouting badge activities and outdoor skills development.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking in advance, particularly during busy periods such as spring and summer when outdoor learning programmes are popular.
How do we book a workshop?
Simply get in touch through the enquiry form on this page and we will be happy to discuss your group, location and preferred dates.
Do you share environmental talks in Schools?
Yes. Wildeye has been sharing inspirational speaking in schools and at events for over 15 years. Please visit the School Talks page to find out more about the educational and environmental talks we share. Covering a wide range of topics from the benefits of spending time around trees & woods for mental wellbeing, gap year adventure travel, living in the jungle with indigenous cultures, conservation and more!
Testimonials
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I arranged a bushcraft experience for a group of primary-aged children and from the very beginning, Yara was professional, efficient and highly responsive. The session was incredibly well-structured and very reasonably priced considering the lasting impact on the children. They learned essential skills, including knot-tying, den-building, fire-making and team challenges. Every single child was engaged, enthusiastic and left with a sense of achievement. A truly fantastic experience, we will definitely be booking again!”
Stephanie | Teacher | Sarratt Church of England School
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great jungle survival skills workshops! We heard stories of traveling the globe on adventures we only read about or see on TV, truly life changing experiences. Students were enthralled at her stories. Yara is a fantastic role model and true advocate for nature!"
Mark Petheram | Teacher | International School of Hague
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Year 5 at Marish and Willow Primary school have just had a week of the most amazing Design and Technology trips. The children enjoyed: Den building, water purification and setting fires safely and then they finished off with toasting marshmallows!
Mrs Dames | Teacher | Sarratt Church of England School
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ As part of my school’s Adult Mental Health and Environment Teams, I thought this would be a fantastic opportunity for our students to experience something new in nature. Yara was fantastic! She encouraged everyone to fully engage with our surroundings, she shared fascinating insights into how trees communicate and how forests strengthen our immune system. Her knowledge and passion truly captivated our group. By the time we returned we felt relaxed, calm and refreshed. 10/10 We’re already planning our next session!"
Ben Wingrove | Marish Academy School, Langley, Slough
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Yara was great. She was brilliant addressing our lower six form boys: it’s rare to see so many of them listening, so attentively! Her hard-core credentials were established with stories about leeches, jungles and tribes, it was an inspiring message throughout. How we can all make a difference through thoughtful conservation and applied action. Trees and woods have a great advocate in Yara. I know the boys were looking at trees and woods differently the next morning!"
Michael Herring, Assistant Head of Upper School and Teacher of History | Merchant Taylors School
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Everyone enjoyed Wildeye’s session. Definitely did exactly as requested. It was lovely to communicate throughout, very prompt and well organised"
Henrietta Englefield | Colfe’s School