Our mission:
To widen the horizons of young people through real outdoor adventures in the Peak District
We believe in the power of the outdoors to enrich and transform lives
NEW:
Mid-Week Bike Hire
Adult and Children's bikes available to hire
Friends of Thornbridge Outdoors charity:
Thornbridge Outdoors 20 - 20.3 mile event
Saturday 3rd October 2026
First Night Away Residential Visit
Our all inclusive 1 night residentials for Y2s -
Y4s
Come & experience the Peak District for a weekend Great walks & rides with local attractions and villages to explore Your brilliant residential, our brilliant location Flexible activity programme - 2, 3 or 5 day visits Mountain Training
Walking & Camping courses
We are now running Hill Skill and Camping Leader courses, along with Lowland Leader and Hill & Moorland Leader
Accessible Accommodation
in the Peak District
Come and stay in our purpose built accommodation with a wide range of accessibility features & equipment
Outdoor & Environmental Activities Wide variety of activities for all ages and abilities Experience next Christmas with a difference Space for all the family/friends with a fully equipped kitchen Learn new skills at our central location in the Peak District Accredited outdoor courses & training
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Popular Courses

Outdoor First Aid

The aims of this 2 day course are to enable participants to recognise when someone has a medical emergency and be able to immediately give the appropriate assistance at first aid level.

Mountain Training Walking & Camping

The Mountain Training courses are designed for those who want to lead groups on day walks in lowland countryside or in upland terrain and those who want to extend their skills to include camping as part of a longer journey.

Low Ropes & Cycle Leader

These in house courses equip visiting staff with the skills and knowledge to lead safe and fun sessions on our Low Ropes course and using our bikes on the onsite Bike Trail and the nearby Monsal Trail.

Outdoor First Aid Course Attendee, March 2025
"The trainer is excellent, motivational, enthusiastic and energetic. He made learning really interesting & explained why we treat people as we do using real life experience & really clever & thoughtful method of learning."
Sheffield School, September 2024
"The school has been coming here for over 20 years.
As always the staff are amazing – every single person
has the same positive, friendly & helpful outlook.”
Friends & Family Group, July 2025
"We loved Thornbridge Outdoors and couldn’t fault it – lovely facilities, space and very helpful information provided about the place and area."
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Four of our instructor team recently had a great day exploring some cave in the Yorkshire Dales as part of their professional development. #outdoorlearning #caving #adventures
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If you enjoyed the Thornbridge Outdoors 20 and can't wait for the next one on 16 October 27 then sign up for the Hathersage Hurtle! A fun day out and raising money for a local good cause.

Race day = 15 May. Entries open 2 December.

Not local? Get your friends together and see https://www.thornbridgeoutdoors.co.uk/facilities/indoor-accommodation/ for our group accommodation options.