Donate THE TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES CHRISTMAS APPEAL Our Christmas appeal stories SEARCH OUTWARD BOUND Explore Donate COVID-19 Wellbeing WELCOME TO OUTWARD BOUND We are an educational charity that helps young people to defy limitations through learning and adventures in the wild. We challenge young people to never give up, to change their perspective and to learn the most important lesson: to believe in themselves. Find out how we're working in a COVID-world Your browser does not support the video tag. Subscribe MORE THAN YOU THINK We equip young people with a stronger sense of self-belief, able to cope better with stressful situations and interact more positively with others. We develop the attitudes, skills and behaviours young people need to make positive changes in their lives. We never let financial circumstance stand in the way. Through our fundraising and network of donors we raise money to support those who need it most. Support us Donate CONFIDENCE, RESILIENCE AND WELLBEING IS NEEDED MORE THAN EVER. We're adapting our programmes so that we can keep supporting young people when they need it most. SUMMER ADVENTURES Bookings are now open for 2022 summer adventures. Find out more SCHOOLS, COLLEGES AND YOUTH GROUPS We're getting back to overnight residentials. Find out more APPRENTICES AND GRADUATES COVID-safe, customised outdoor learning programmes to develop your team. Find out more NEWS AND BLOGS Find out what’s happening in our world, read The Outward Bound Trust’s latest blog posts and news stories. Our latest news and blogs THE RIGHT TO EXPLORE 29 October 21 We hear the impact of our first young leader programme for BAME groups Read more HOW IMPORTANT IS HERITAGE? 4 October 21 We’re 80 this year. It’s quite a milestone for us. Read more TORI'S STORY 17 May 21 "Lockdown didn’t help me with anxiety"... this is Tori's story Read more SAFETY Our long-standing reputation for safety is one of the most frequently stated reasons for using The Outward Bound Trust. We are referenced in our sector as the most experienced in our field. We pride ourselves on this and take our responsibilities seriously. Find out more THE ROLE OF THE OUTDOORS Children and young people across the UK have had their lives turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic. The outdoors is vital for young people's recovery, resilience and wellbeing. Download our free report OUR COVID-19 STORIES We've been collecting stories from the young people we've worked with, the Outward Bound team and our wider family to see what they've been doing and how they've adapted during the COVID-19 crisis. Read their stories Helpful Links Accessibility Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Fundraising Complaints Policy Enquiries & Head Office The Outward Bound Trust Hackthorpe Hall Hackthorpe, Penrith Cumbria CA10 2HX +44 (0) 1931 740 000 Enquire by email Fundraising & Events The Outward Bound Trust 4th Floor 207 Waterloo Road London SE1 8XD +44 (0) 20 3301 6481 Enquire by email Outward Bound Scotland The Outward Bound Trust Robertson House 152 Bath Street Glasgow G2 4TB +44 (0) 141 413 0244 Enquire by email 2018 & 2019 Best Residential Experience Finalist We’re Registered with the Fundraising Regulator Council for Learning Outside the Classroom Copyright © The Outward Bound Trust 2021 ® Outward Bound and the Compass Rose are each registered trademarks of The Outward Bound Trust. Registered charity no: 1128090 in England and Wales; no: SC040341 in Scotland. Company reg no: 6748835. Follow Outward Bound