Surrey Outdoor Learning & Development

"At Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development, we believe that the outdoors is the place to make unique discoveries."

Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development is committed to achieving positive personal development through outdoor experiences that challenge the mind and body.

Through these outdoor experiences, we guide participants to discover more about themselves by learning and developing personal, social, emotional, physical and key skills.

We treat each person we work with as an individual with his or her own unique core strengths and limitations. Together, we work to achieve the best each person is capable of, whether this be newfound self-esteem or the ability to communicate effectively with friends or strangers.

Self-evaluation and the recognition of achievement are the two fundamental principles behind our work. Participants must assess their own capabilities in order to perform.

Ultimately, learning and development will then occur when an individual chooses to fulfil these capabilities through action and is able to recognise their actions as a new and remarkable personal achievement.

Other Local Partners

Leander Sea Scouts - 1.4 miles

Albany Outdoors - 1.4 miles

Paddle Richmond - 1.6 miles

1st Hampton Hill Sea Scouts - 2.3 miles

Kingston Scouts Canoe Club / 1st Surbiton (Sealion) / Ravens Ait - 2.8 miles

team keane - 3.4 miles

1st Hinchley Wood Scout Group (Hinchley Wood Scout and Guide HQ) - 4 miles

Active 360 - 4.4 miles

4th Streatham Sea Scouts / Wandsworth Youth River Club - 5 miles

Warspite Ajax Scout Boating Centre - 5.8 miles

Paxmead Riverside Base - Girlguiding Surrey West - 7.1 miles

Staines and Egham Sea Cadets - 8.8 miles

Westminster Boating Base - 8.8 miles

Girlguiding - 9 miles

Northampton Active. Bedford Road, Northampton. NN4 7AA - 9 miles

Sea Cadets Welsh Harp - 9.5 miles

Slough Sea Cadets - 10.5 miles

Greater London South Scouts - 10.9 miles

Sea Cadets London Area - 12 miles

Caterham Sea Cadets - 12.4 miles

Berkshire District - 13 miles

Chatham Marines (Sea Cadets) - 13 miles

East Kent District - 13 miles

Windsor and Eton Sea Cadets - 13 miles

Active Growth LTD (T/A Palace Paddlers) - 13.1 miles

Moo Canoes - 13.4 miles

PTP Organisation - 13.4 miles

Urban Adventure Base - 13.8 miles

Woking Sea Cadets - 14 miles

3rd Squirrels Heath (Gidea Park Methodist) Scout Group / Dockland Scout Project / HQTS Lord Amory - 14.3 miles

London Kayak Company - 14.6 miles

Greater London Middlesex Scouts - 14.9 miles

Because It’s There Adventures - 14.9 miles

Aqua Sports Company - 15.3 miles

Reigate Sea Cadets - 15.7 miles

Hertfordshire scouts - 16.4 miles

Sea Cadets Royal Docks Boat Station - 16.6 miles

Engage Watersports - 16.8 miles

Maidenhead Sea Cadets - 17.2 miles

Guildford Sea Cadets - 17.3 miles

Surrey District - 17.3 miles

Surrey - 18.1 miles

Danson Park Adventures - 19.4 miles

Camberley Sea Cadets - 19.9 miles

The Scouts HQ - 20.4 miles

Worting Scout Group - 20.4 miles

Hertfordshire Scouts - 21 miles

Discover Waterways in this Area

River Thames

Distance: 215 miles Arguably the most famous river in England, the River Thames has played a vital part in the development of London as a capital city since Roman times. Measuring 215 mile long it is officially the longest river in England (that doesn’t cross country borders). The Thames is…

River Mole

What an unusual name for a river, you might think. Well, the River Mole gets its name from the latin word ‘mola’, meaning mill. This river was once a popular route connecting many working mills back in the day. The oldest mill, Sidlow Mill, dates back to Saxon times! The…

Grand Union Canal

The 137-mile Grand Union Canal stretches from Birmingham to London. Along its length it has an impressive 158 locks. Sprawling through impressive, lush countryside, the Grand Union is a great place for a multi-day adventure. It's also a great place for those looking for more of a touring challenging. Flowing…

Grand Union Canal Paddington Arm

The Paddington Arm of the Grand Union Canal links the main branch of the Canal to the Regents Canal at Little Venice. This terminus is very well connected, with Warwick Avenue tube station a stones throw here. You can get to the canal very easily here, making it perfectly accessible…

River Wey

Measuring 87 miles, the River Wey is a river in the South East of England. It forms where two streams join near Guildford, forming the Wey. It then meanders north and joins the River Thames at Weybridge. A superb river if you're looking for a picturesque paddle, the Wey has…

Regent’s Canal

Looking up at London from the waterway certainly gives it a different perspective. The Regent's Canal is an absolute gem to paddle on a pleasant day and is one that not many people think to explore. We’re always drawn to the countryside when we paddle but urban environments can be…

Basingstoke Canal

As with many canals, despite their industrial uses in the past, they are now havens rich in wildlife. The Basingstoke canal is certainly no different. The Basingstoke Canal runs for 32 miles from West Byfleet in Surrey to Greywell in Hampshire. It is perfect for paddlers who want an easy…

River Lee Navigation / River Lea

Dating back to Roman times, the River Lea is one of the biggest rivers in London. Rising in the Chiltern Hills, it flows southeast through London before entering the Thames in London’s East End. Much of the River Lea is now canalised and known as the River Lee Navigation. This…