Foxlease Park Kids Camp - New Forest, Lyndhurst. England
INTRODUCTION
Give your child an unforgettable summer adventure in the New Forest with this junior sleepaway camp designed for ages 8–11. Over 3 or 5 days, campers enjoy a well‑balanced mix of outdoor challenges, creative games and team‑building activities aimed at building confidence, independence and new friendships in a safe, supportive environment.
Each day is carefully planned with a combination of high‑energy activities and fun problem‑solving challenges, ensuring that children stay engaged and motivated from morning to evening.
Campers enjoy a mix of outdoor adventures like climbing, raft building, bushcraft, archery and team games, all focused on building confidence, learning new skills and making friends.
Whether they join for a short 3‑day session or the full 5‑day experience, campers go home with a stronger sense of self‑confidence, a positive attitude towards trying new things, and lasting memories of being outdoors with their peers.
With experienced staff on site, clear routines and a focus on safety, this junior camp is an ideal introduction to traditional sleepaway camping in one of the UK’s most beautiful natural landscapes.
THE ACCOMMODATION
Children stay in group tents within the camp’s dedicated campsite area, creating a fun and social sleepaway experience. The tents are organised by gender and pitched in a designated zone, with experienced staff sleeping nearby and a dedicated night‑duty team to ensure a safe and supervised environment at all times.
The campsite sits on a spacious 65‑acre site in the heart of the New Forest, offering plenty of open space for outdoor activities, games and downtime. Within the camp area there are shared facilities for campers, including communal spaces for meals, debriefs and group activities, making it easy for children to relax and socialise after a full day of adventure.
THE ACTIVITIES
Throughout their stay, campers take part in a carefully curated programme of outdoor activities designed to challenge them physically and mentally while keeping the atmosphere fun and encouraging.
Typical activities include climbing, raft building, bushcraft skills, archery, forest games and team‑based challenges, all aimed at building confidence, cooperation and resilience.
Every activity is led by qualified instructors who prioritise safety while allowing children to push their limits in a supportive way. Sessions are adapted to different ability levels, so both confident adventurers and more cautious campers can participate at their own pace and feel proud of their achievements.
Beyond the structured activities, campers enjoy informal playtime, games around the campsite, storytelling moments and opportunities to connect with nature, reinforcing the sense of community and the joy of spending time outdoors.
List of Activities Available
List of Activities available:
- ARCHERY: Draw, aim, release! Master the bow and hit the bullseye like a pro.
- TEAM BUILDING CHALLENGES: Exciting group games that build confidence, communication, and new friendships from day one.
- BOULDERING WALL: Kids scale our low-level climbing wall, learning balance, technique, and bravery in a safe, supportive setting.
- TUNNELLING: Crawl, twist and squeeze through dark tunnels!
- RAFT BUILDING: Work as a team to build a raft and test if it floats… or sinks!
- SCAVANGER HUNT: With maps in hand, kids explore the New Forest as they learn how to navigate, problem-solve, and explore with confidence.
- KAYAKING: Solo paddle power! Glide across the water and race your friends.
- CRATE STACK: Stack crates sky-high and climb up before it topples!
- NIGHTLINE: Can your team lead the way as you navigate our course blindfolded?
- ZIP LINE: A thrilling zipline that’s all about fun.
- GEOCACHING: Find hidden items using maps, clues and a sense of adventure.
- BUSHCRAFT: Learn hot to build a campfire in the wild and spend cosy evenings around it making s’mores.
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
LOCATION
The camp is based at a large woodland in the heart of the New Forest, near Lyndhurst, Hampshire. The area is famous for its ancient woodland, heathland landscapes and roaming New Forest ponies, providing a beautiful and inspiring backdrop for outdoor education and adventure.
A mix of open fields, shaded woodland trails and quiet camping areas, making it the ideal setting for a traditional summer camp experience. The surrounding New Forest is also home to numerous villages, walking trails, cycle routes and local attractions, so families can extend their stay with additional sightseeing or outdoor activities before or after camp.
Campers are just a short distance from comfortable amenities, while still feeling fully immersed in a natural environment, which helps them disconnect from everyday routines and reconnect with the outdoors.
Getting Here
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UK Families can drive directly or enquire about our shuttle bus services/pick-up points from selected pick-up points for families who require transport to and from camp.
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International students can book airport transfers: Return airport transfers are available at an additional cost. Please note that transfers scheduled for very early or late flights may incur an additional fee. Our standard transfer airports are Southampton, Heathrow, Gatwick and Bournemouth.
PRICES & PACKAGES
Age Range: 8-11 years old
Dates: 3rd – 5th August OR 5th – 7th August
Duration: 3 days, 2 nights (or extend your stay to 5 days, 4 nights)
Prices:
- 3 days, 2 nights: £195
- 5 days, 4 nights: £360
