This is an opportunity for Gold DofE Award participants aged 16-24, on board KACT’s narrowboat Lady Hilda, on the Kennet & Avon Canal. Participants may be able to achieve the NCBA Boat Handling Certificate.
On some of our courses we also welcome those taking part in Queen’s Guide Award up to the age of 30.
On board KACT’s 62ft narrowboat, Lady Hilda, you will learn how to work the locks and swing bridges and drive the boat. Working with other participants, you will plan and cook meals using our fully equipped kitchen (gas oven and hob, fridge, hot and cold running water). Evenings give time for relaxation and games, and a chance to recap what has been learnt during the day. No experience necessary.
Accommodation is in bunk beds. There are two flush toilets and a shower on board. Life jackets will be provided, to be worn while on deck or operating locks. Our course leaders are qualified CCBM skippers. Courses run from 10.30am on Saturday to 4pm on Wednesday, usually starting and finishing at Great Bedwyn (SN8 3PB) near Marlborough, and cost £240 (£60 deposit payable on booking, and £180 balance 3 months before your trip.)
Dates for 2024 are:
6th to 10th April 2024 (age 16 to 18 only) – FULL
10th to 14th August (age 18+) – FULL
17th to 21st August 2024 (age 16 to 18 only) – FULL
19th to 23rd October 2024 (age 18+) – 1 place available – male participant only due to sleeping arrangements. We welcome older Gueen’s Guide participants on this course (up to age 30)
To book a place, download the form below and return it to dofe@katrust.org.uk
Information and application form
What people say:
A participant: I would rate this experience 5/5, it’s been very fun completing this as a part of my DofE Residential section, something I’ll never forget!
A parent: I can thoroughly recommend this residential. My daughter did it at Easter and it really brought her out of her shell. The leaders made the 5 days fly by and taught them so much.
