Adventure begins this February half term with our tailored 5-day non-resedential adventure camp for ages 8+ (school years 3-6).

UWC Atlantic is a remarkable campus based on the grounds of St Donat’s Castle, Llantwit Major is home to an International boarding College.

Led by the Atlantic Experience team, this course that takes place on and offsite is designed to develop and enhance your child’s self-confidence, problem-solving abilities and teamwork through exposure to a series of challenging adventures in a relaxing and fun-based environment.

Our instructors have been trained to a high standard in the activities that are being offered, this includes first aid. Instructors will provide a safe and enjoyable environment for the participants to be able to challenge themselves and develop a wide range of skills whilst having fun at the same time. UWC Atlantic Experience is registered and holds current licences for The Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA). Adventure activities licensing ensures that activity providers follow good safety standards and management practices.

For events and future camps at UWC Atlantic, St Donat’s Castle, stay informed by registering here.

Key booking information:

💸 £220* per person (for 5-days)
📅 Monday 24th – Friday 28th February 2025
🕒 Drop off time 8.30am, collection by 5.30pm from Glassroom, Arts Centre
👦 Suitable for ages 8+ (recommended school years 3-6)
🍴  Lunch not included – please bring a packed lunch
👕 Please see the packing list here
⏳  Limited number of spaces available (check eventbrite link for availability)

*Eventbrite booking fees apply. Please check Eventbrite for availability.

Activities

You will have the opportunity to experience onsite and offsite activities such as:

• Team building
• Pool games
• Adventure walk/hike
• Caving
• Climbing (indoor climbing centre)
• Sea caves and coastal walk or bushcraft

All activities are weather dependent and the safety of the group is paramount. We will aim to ensure that all activities listed take place throughout the week, but the days/activities may be subject to change.

Travel and associated costs for off-campus activities are included in the booking fee.

Daily Packing List

You must bring with you, daily, the following kit (in case activities change):

• Wear warm clothing suitable for taking part in adventure activities (activities take place outdoors all day)
• Hat and gloves
• Scarf/neck gaiter
• Wellington boots
• Trainers or walking boots
• Complete change of clothes each day (including underwear) – incase they get wet!
• Swimwear and towel
• Water bottle
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Small rucksack to carry lunch and spare clothing
• Personal medication

TERMS & CONDITIONS 2025 – IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION:

1. You are expected to drop off your child at 8.30am and collect your child between 5pm-5.30pm. If you do not adhere to these times, your child may be removed from the activity camp and no refund will be issued.

2. We will endeavour to honour all activity/function programme, however, in circumstances beyond our control e.g. inclement weather/site maintenance/health & safety recommendations, UWC Atlantic Experience reserve the right to amend your booking. We will, however, give you as much notice as possible should this occasion arise.

3. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that confirmed courses take place, UWC Atlantic Experience reserves the right to cancel a booking for whatever reason. All monies paid to UWC Atlantic Experience in respect of a booking will be refunded in these circumstances.

4. Sickness and Exclusion. Parents or Guardians will be expected to collect a child suspected of suffering from sickness, infection or injury as soon as possible in order to safely reduce the risk to themselves, other children and staff. Your child will be removed from the camp if they do not abide by the rules set out in the behaviour policy. Refunds will not be given.

5. We cannot reserve spaces, should you wish to book please do this as soon as possible as demand is high and spaces are limited.

6. We do not offer multi-booking discounts

7. Booking refund policy is 30 days. For cancellation periods with less notice, we will be able to offer a refund if we are able to resell the place. In any instance, the booking fee is non-refundable.

8. Parents/Guardians are expected to review the Behaviour Policy with the participant. Failure to comply with the expectations set out in the behaviour policy will result in exclusion from the camp. Refunds will not be given.

CONSENT STATEMENT 2025

The Non-Residential Activity Day Camp will involve a wide and diverse range of outdoor and sporting activities. This will include activities based on and off the college site. UWC Atlantic has a range of onsite facilities (e.g. climbing wall, swimming pool) and it also benefits from its coastal location.

Taking part in any outdoor and sporting activity involves some element of risk. It is not possible to totally eliminate all risks. The management of safety is the shared responsibility of the participant, parent/guardian and the UWC Atlantic Experience Instructional staff. Where the risks are managed effectively, a balance is achieved between having fun, learning and everyone’s safety.

If required, first aid will be administered by trained and qualified staff. In the event of serious injury and/or illness, medical care will be provided by local doctors or hospital services.

UWC Atlantic Experience is a college department with specific responsibility for outdoor and adventure activities. As part of its safe management our qualified staff will provide risk managed activities. Our safety management system is externally inspected by the Adventurous Activities Licensing Authority as per UK Regulations and Legislation. (License number R0118)

The information provided will help you to understand the nature and risks involved with the activities being delivered. On occasions we may use external providers to deliver our activity, in this case we will ensure that any relevant checks and safety systems are in place and meet the regulatory standards.

If you have any questions regarding the activity camp activities and delivery please contact UWC Atlantic Experience. Parents/Guardians are entitled to withdraw participant consent for any aspect of our services / activities at any time by stating so in writing to UWC Atlantic Experience by contacting info@uwcatlanticexperience.com / +44(0)1446 799000

To view a copy of our privacy policy which explains how we retain and store your data and information provided please visit http://uwcatlanticexperience.com/privacy-policy/