ACTIVITIES
We have a wide range of activities available at Deer Park, all delivered in a Covid-secure way. All of our activities conform to Girlguiding's rules and regulations with fully trained instructors complying to nationally recognised qualification where required. We can work with you to make our activities accessible for different abilities and needs. Please contact the Centre Manager to talk about any accessibility requirements.
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Archery
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 7 years and upwards Led by: Qualified Deer Park Instructor Inspired by Robin Hood? Have a go at hitting the target under the guidance of a qualified archery instructor. We offer introductory and 'have a go' sessions for visitors to practice their archery skills. |
Zip Wire
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 7 years and upward Led by: Qualified Deer Park Instructor Our zip wire, situated at the top of Bubbs Hill, is 190m long and gives riders the chance to challenge their nerves and feel the wind in their face as they speed down the line to the bottom. |
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Grass Sledging
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 5-14 years Led by: Visiting group leader An activity which is the equivalent to tobogganing on snow, using sledges with tracks running down a grassy hill, groups need to pull sledges to the top of the slope before heading down. The activity is weather dependent. We can accommodate groups of up to 12 girls. "Thanks for organising a fun morning doing something different, she had a great time" A Rainbow |
Bushcraft Skills
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 5 years and upward Led by: Deer Park Instructor Our bushcraft sessions involve a combination of activities which could include firelighting, knife work, nettle cording (seasonal) and shelter building. |
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Golf Frisbee
Maximum group size: Unlimited Age range: 5 years and upward Led by: Visiting group leader This is a combination of playing frisbee and playing golf; the aim is to get your frisbee into the target in as few throws as possible. The target can easily be moved so you can set it up at a short distance to have an initial try and practice and then set it up at a further distance for your actual game. Sessions are either morning, afternoon or evening and can last as long as groups require (max 4 hours). |
Tunnels
Maximum group size: Unlimited Age range: all ages Led by: Visiting group leader Set of three tunnel systems; easy – one straight line, medium – one corner and two exits, and advanced – lots of corners and exits. Set over ground in plastic tunnels, this activity is leader led with instructions and head torches provided. Sessions are either morning, afternoon or evening and can last as long as groups require (max 4 hours). |
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Geocaching
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 5 years and upward Led by: Deer Park Instructor or Visiting group leader Geocaching is a great way to obtain navigational skills, use of technical devices, exercise and have fun! Deer Park has constructed a brand new version of Geo-caching in which girls use a GPS (global positioning system) unit to navigate and find a hidden marker. Each marker found will have a letter clue and will also tell you where to find the next marker on the course. Each small geo-caching course will provide the girls with a set of letters which, when re-arranged, will make a word. There are four courses in total, some harder than others. This means that groups can choose to either do just one course or the whole set depending on the amount of time they have. |
Arrows
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 5-11 years Led by: Deer Park Instructor or Visiting group leader Arrows is a mini version of archery aimed at Rainbows and Brownies. It consists of a system of bows and arrows with suckers on the end with a choice of two target faces. Girls learn the skills for archery with manageable goals and outcomes. Fun and games for all ages. |
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Pistols
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 10 years and upward Led by: Deer Park Instructor Available to: Girlguiding members only Introductory ‘have a go' sessions with NSRA Range Conducting Officer qualifications. Specific parent consent is required for this activity using the Girlguiding Shooting Consent Form. |
Adventure Playground
Maximum group size: 12 Age range: 5-10 years Led by: Visiting group leader Available to: Girlguiding members only Our adventure playground is available for Rainbow and Brownies groups to use when they are visiting. Although we do not charge to use this facility at Deer Park, with the current circumstances you will need to book to use it so ensure we keep to the maximum of 6 girls enjoying it at any one time. Girls need to be supervised by a responsible adult from your visiting group. |
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Indoor Curling
Maximum group size: Unlimited Age range: All ages Led by: Visiting group leader Available to: Girlguiding members only This adapted version of the game uses rubber curling stones with bearings, making it a great game to play indoors. This can be used in the activity room or the Deer House, the assembly hall, or it can be hired to take off site and used within your own unit meeting place. |
Boules
Maximum group size: Unlimited Age range: All ages Led by: Visiting group leader Available to: Girlguiding members only Introductory ‘have a go' sessions with NSRA Range Conducting Officer qualifications. Specific parent consent is required for this activity using the Girlguiding Shooting Consent Form. |
