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Map Reading Course by Adventure Solos

INTRODUCTION TO MAP READING
(1 DAY COURSE)

by Adventure Solos

OVERVIEW

This 1-day map reading course is designed to allow beginners to learn and practice some simple but effective navigating tools and skills. 

The aim of the course is to allow you to build skills and confidence to safely plan and follow your own walks in the countryside.

This map reading course gives you the opportunity to create and/or lead sections of walks on the day, with all the help and support you need from your host.

If you'd like some help getting started with map-reading, learning some tools for navigating, and are ready to be a map-reading detective, sign up below now.

Map Reading Course Lake District by Adventure Solos
Map Reading Course Lake District
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
  • A small, solo-friendly group to navigate with (yourself, the host/leader, and up to 5 other beginners)!

  • An Adventure Solos host and instructor (usually Chris - Mountain Leader & First Aid trained and National Navigation Award Scheme Tutor qualified) to help you.

  • Adventure Solos' detailed Pre-Adventure Guide.

  • All transport whilst at the event.

  • A sense of pride, satisfaction & confidence from building new skills!

JOIN THE ADVENTURE

Tickets are available below for £149 per person.

2024 EVENTS:

AVAILABLE:

Friday 13th September 2024

(9.30am to 4.30pm)

SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT

Any payment plans must be paid for in full at least 1 month  before the start of your chosen event.

2025 EVENTS:

AVAILABLE:

Friday 11th April 2025

(9.30am to 4.30pm)

Any payment plans must be paid for in full at least 1 month  before the start of your chosen event.

Map Reading Course Lake District
FURTHER INFORMATION
  • Dearne Valley
    The Dearne Valley, near Sheffield, is an area of South Yorkshire along the River Dearne. It is close to the Peak District and is very accessible, with a dozen cities within a 2-hour drive of the venue. The large grounds are dotted with activities for us to make the most of during the course of the event.
  • What's Included?
    A fun, sociable, solo-friendly group to adventure with! An Adventure Solos host who will be there throughout the event. Adventure Solos' detailed Pre-Adventure Guide. All specialist equipment for activities. 1.5 days' worth of activities with professional instructors. 2 nights' accommodation. 6 meals (2x breakfasts, 2x lunches, 2x evening meals). Any transport at the event.
  • Outline Itinerary
    Friday Arrive in the evening and join us for food, a few welcome drinks and a chat as we get to know each other. If the weather is good, we may sit in the Yurt around a fire - a brilliant way to start the weekend. Saturday After breakfast, we get into the first of several sessions of activities during the day. There are good opportunities to connect with your fellow guests during the activities and whilst reflecting over achievements at lunch and in the evening. ​ Sunday We have more activities in the morning, then enjoy lunch together one last time before hitting the road. The event finishes after lunch on Sunday. ​You'll leave having met a great bunch of people, having challenged yourself, had a lot of fun and laughed until your belly hurt! ​ Please note that, whilst we intend to provide the activities listed above, occasionally they may be subject to change at short notice due to factors such as weather conditions and the abilities of any particular group.
  • Accommodation
    For this weekend event, you will be given your own room (with ensuite facilties). Your room will be a larger 'dorm' style room, with bunkbeds, even though it will be for your sole use. We also have some more modern, cosier twin rooms for sole occupancy ('Teachers' Rooms') that also have tea / coffee making facilities. You can book this room upgrade option here). Bedding and a pillow are provided. Please bring a towel with you.
  • Transport/Getting there
    The weekend is based at Inspired Learning, Dearne Valley, Denaby Main, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 4EA. Train - If you are travelling by train, Conisbrough Station is adjacent to the venue (a one minute walk from the station to the venue). ​ Driving – If you are driving, the postcode is DN12 4EA. Leeds, Sheffield and York are all under 1 hour's drive from the venue. Loughborough, Nottingham, Manchester are all under 90 minutes' drive from the venue. Birmingham, Chester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Preston, Stoke-on-Trent and Warrington are all under 2 hours' drive. ​ Arrival is anytime from 6pm to 9pm (please contact us in advance if you think you will be later). Most people will arrive around 7pm and we'll eat at around 7.30pm.
  • Food and Drink
    Welcome drinks are provided on Friday evening. Food for six meals is provided, including: Evening meal on Friday Breakfast, lunch and evening meal on Saturday Breakfast and lunch on Sunday. Please let us know when booking if you have any dietary requirements. ​
  • Solo-friendly
    Guests book onto Adventure Solos events by themselves, and arrive to enjoy a fun, friendly and social event. The activities over the weekend are a great way to try new things and make new friends. This is also facilitated by an Adventure Solos host who will be present throughout the event and helps to ensure everyone is having a good time.
  • Equipment
    Any specialist equipment for activities is provided.
  • Experience
    You do not need prior experience for the activities (most people won't have done the activities before and the instructors and guides will help everyone through).
1 Day Introduction to Map Reading Course (Friday 11th April 2025)
1 Day Introduction to Map Reading Course (Friday 11th April 2025)
11 Apr 2025, 09:30
Oxenholme Station Car Park,
Oxenholme Rd, Oxenholme, Kendal LA9 7HG, UK
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