Challenge yourself with a hands-on wilderness survival experience in private woodland. This overnight course is designed for adults who want to learn essential bushcraft skills, test their resilience and build confidence in living outdoors. With guidance from expert instructors, you’ll spend a night camping independently in the woods while applying the skills you’ve developed throughout the day.
The course begins with a full day of practical training in the woods. Instructors will cover essential survival skills, including shelter building, firelighting, tool use, foraging and responsible woodland practices. You’ll learn through hands-on activities, using both modern kit and natural resources.
As the evening approaches, you will put your knowledge into practice by setting up your own camp for the night. You can choose to use tarps, hammocks or natural shelters you construct yourself. After preparing your fire and settling in, the night becomes your chance to test your resilience and adaptability. Staff remain close by but out of sight, ensuring your safety while you experience independent camping.
The following morning begins with breakfast, which you can either prepare yourself or opt for a provided meal at an extra cost. Additional training is given before breaking camp, with an emphasis on Leave No Trace principles. By midday, you’ll leave the woodland with new skills, stronger confidence and a deeper appreciation for what nature provides.
The course takes place in a secluded private woodland in Sevenoaks, Kent. Known for its rolling hills, ancient woodland and seasonal wildlife, the area offers a peaceful yet challenging environment for survival training. In autumn, the woodland is alive with chestnuts, berries, nuts and fungi, providing excellent opportunities for foraging practice.
Sevenoaks is easily accessible from London and the South East, making it a convenient location for those seeking a wilderness experience without travelling far. Private day courses can also be arranged at sites in Croydon and Buckinghamshire for groups who prefer a more tailored event.
Participants must be aged 18 or over and prepared for an outdoor overnight experience in all weather conditions. No prior survival or bushcraft knowledge is required, but a willingness to step outside your comfort zone and engage fully with the training is essential.
All participants are required to complete a booking form and risk assessment prior to attending. Once payment has been made and the booking confirmed, an Event Information document will be sent out. This contains details on location, kit list and important things to know before the course.
This survival camp is run by experienced outdoor educators who are passionate about reconnecting people with nature. Instructors bring years of expertise in bushcraft, ecology and environmental education, ensuring that every participant receives practical guidance as well as a deeper understanding of the woodland environment. The courses are carefully designed to build self-reliance, adaptability, and confidence in natural settings.
The focus goes beyond just learning skills—it’s about building a stronger connection with the outdoors. The programme promotes responsible woodland use, conservation awareness, and respect for the natural world. With offerings ranging from survival camps and creative woodland workshops to corporate team-building and wellbeing retreats, the team behind these courses is committed to creating positive, transformative experiences that leave participants both empowered and inspired.
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Sevenoaks, Kent
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