Set in the beautiful Isle of Purbecks, renowned scouting centre, Buddens Activity Centre is the location for all our scouting adventures, providing an exciting environment where young adventurers can learn, grow and bond with their fellow scouts. Below, we have given you a few reasons why you should choose Rockley for your next scouting adventure:
FANTASTIC LOCATION
Set amongst 96 acres, Buddens is the ideal centre to cater for scouting groups, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and well-maintained facilities. The scouting centre is also within easy access to some fantastic places of interest, including Brownsea Island – the birth-place of scouting.
RANGE OF ACTIVITIES
At Buddens Activity Centre, we offer a range of activities that will encourage skill-building, teamwork and the opportunity to display leadership qualities. Participating in these activities as a group, not only increases confidence and strengthens relationships, but it also plays a vital role in teaching critical skills such as problem-solving.
All our activities ensure that scouts of all ages are fully engaged and challenged, while at the same time, providing fun.
CHECK OUT SOME OF THE ACTIVITIES WE OFFER BELOW:
ACTIVITES INCLUDE:
- Canoing
- Paddlesports
- Climbing
- Archery
- Leadership
- Orienteering
- Nights Away
- Teamwork Challenge
- Rifle Shooting
FLEXIBILITY
We know that one size does not fit all and sometimes the need for being flexible is key when it comes to your scouting adventure. At Rockley, we offer a range of options to suit your scouting group:
- Self-Led Camping: Choose from over 30 campsite locations on-site.
- Two-Night Package (Camping): Ideal for an action-packed weekend. Includes five activities.
- Seven-Night Package (Camping): A full week of adventure. Includes 12 activity sessions and the opportunity to explore the surround area.
- Instructed: Make use of our highly qualified staff to guide your group through any of the activities you choose. All our leaders are passionate about the outdoors and will ensure that your scouting group come away with a newfound knowledge, confidence and a real sense of achievement.
- Self-Led: We allow Scout Leaders to use their own permits and lead some of the activities themselves on-site ie canoing, kayaking, archery, rifle shooting
REPUTATION & GROWTH
Buddens Activity Centre has been a venue for scouting groups since 1994 and since then, we have seen thousands of young scouts enjoy trips and adventurous activities. Over the years, the centre has developed and evolved with the renovation and addition of new toilet and shower facilities, additional camping areas and improved and new activity areas.