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Duke of Edinburgh's Award

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award

We provide open access to the DofE Award and offer the support needed for it to be accessible to all young people.

We are a Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) open centre

DofE is a youth achievement award program founded by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in 1956. The program aims to inspire personal development, self-discipline, and social responsibility among young people aged 14 to 24.

Whatever their ability, interest or background, DofE offers young people the chance to strive for achievement, overcome obstacles, and set their minds to a personal challenge. Because when you prove to yourself that you’re ready for anything, nothing can hold you back. Our Founder HRH Prince Philip once said: “There is more in you than you might think.”

Activities Include

Shelter Building

Fire Building

Campfire Cooking

Conservation

Ancestral Skills

Orienteering & Expeditions

All activities are based within the UK and local wooded areas. Young people will have the oppourtunity to make new friends and learn new skills whislt enjoying a fantastic day out in nature.

Award Levels

The DofE Award is divided into three levels:

1. Bronze (for beginners, typically age 14+)

2. Silver (for intermediates, typically age 15+)

3. Gold (advanced level, typically age 16+)

Components:

Participants complete activities in four (or five, at Gold level) key sections:

1. Volunteering: Contributing to the community or environment.

2. Physical: Improving fitness and well-being through sports or physical activities.

3. Skills: Developing practical and social skills or personal interests.

4. Expedition: Planning and undertaking an adventurous journey in the outdoors.

5. Residential (Gold level only): Spending time away from home participating in a shared activity with people you don’t know.

The program is recognised internationally and is highly regarded by employers and educational institutions for fostering teamwork, leadership, and perseverance.

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