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Gold DofE Combined Open Expedition - 5th-11th Apr 2027

£490.00

Combined Open Gold Expedition in the South Downs.

2.5 days training and practice from the 5th-7th April, an opportunity to return home on the night of the 7th to top up on supplies and get a good nights rest and then a point to point, 4 day assessment along the South Downs Way 8th-11th April.

Combined Open Gold Expedition in the South Downs.

2.5 days training and practice from the 5th-7th April, an opportunity to return home on the night of the 7th to top up on supplies and get a good nights rest and then a point to point, 4 day assessment along the South Downs Way 8th-11th April.

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Buffs
£14.99
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Mountain First Aid Kit
Mountain First Aid Kit
£34.39 £42.99
Dry Bags
Dry Bags
£34.99
Survival bag
Survival bag
£4.99

Participants will complete 2.5 days of training and then plan and complete a 4-day self-sufficient journey along a key section of the South Downs Way. Teams will be organised on the first day before planning their routes and taking part in some training and team building activities.

What is included:

  • Comprehensive pre-expedition pack including parents information and kit lists

  • Supervision and training from experienced instructors

  • Use of all group kit – tents, stoves, fuel, group shelters, maps and compasses

  • Accredited assessor for the qualifying expedition

  • Campsite fees

Practice participants - will receive further input from the instructional team to complete the DofE training framework.

Assessed participants - will complete planning, pre-assessment checks and mandatory safety training before starting their journey.

No prior route planning is required for this course. At Gold level, the first half-day of each course has been designed to facilitate planning, training and teambuilding.