Hill End Outdoor Education Centre

Last week, we were delighted to host a special evening with staff from The Iffley Academy to celebrate 20 years of bringing students to Hill End.
Our tutor, Richard, who has worked with Iffley students for the past 11 years, led a wonderful walk through Wytham Woods before everyone returned to Hill End to enjoy a well-earned BBQ.
Over the past two decades, the partnership has evolved significantly. What began as opportunities for students to develop practical skills has grown to include a wide range of outdoor learning experiences, residential stays, and Duke of Edinburgh activities.
We are incredibly proud of this long-standing relationship and the positive impact it has had on so many young people. Here's to the next 20 years of working together!

Fantastic day camps for children, at a fantastic location this summer 🫶🏻

Summer holidays are almost here! ☀️ Give your children (ages 7–14) the ultimate outdoor experience at our Survival Camp, starting on 20th July!

Think nature immersion, epic games, and non-stop adventure. Secure your spot today: https://www.ultimateactivity.co.uk/locations/oxford-ultimate-survival

Hill End Outdoor Education Centre

Hands-on, nature-based family activities - games, crafts, learning and fun at the Hill End stand...
💚 Oxford’s Nature Festival - Museum of Natural History 💚
Stalls, talks, walks, films, music and art and craft activities all day, discover how people and organisations are studying, supporting and gaining inspiration from nature across Oxfordshire and beyond.
No booking required.
Full details: https://www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk/event/the-oxford-nature-festival Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Hill End is looking for a new part-time Fundraising Officer - can you help us make a real difference to children’s lives by connecting them with nature?
If you are an experienced fundraising professional who wants to make a meaningful impact with our small charity we'd love to hear from you! Visit our website to find out more: https://hill-end.org/joinourteam

We were delighted to welcome Professor Irene Tracey, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, to the ffennell Festival on Saturday as part of our centenary celebrations.
Professor Tracey addressed visitors with an inspiring and positive message of support, highlighting the importance of Hill End and encouraging us all to help ensure it continues to thrive for the next 100 years.
We are incredibly grateful for her time, encouragement, and commitment to the future of this special place. University of Oxford

Hill End has been absolutely buzzing from start to finish today!
We’ve waved goodbye to 2 residential groups, welcomed 3 new residentials, delivered 3 team survival sessions, a habitats explorers day, and a Roman day, and welcomed 3 alternative provision groups on site too!
Days like this take a huge team effort, and we’re incredibly grateful to our volunteers who gave us a helping hand this morning.
Now it’s time to catch our breath and get ready to do it all again tomorrow!

🫶Longfields Primary School showing their love of Hill End🫶

Monday 8 June *FOREST TOTS*
Perfect for curious toddlers and their grown-ups to connect with nature. Packed with adventure, creativity and discovery, these sessions help children grow in confidence and independence while nurturing a lifelong love of nature. https://hill-end.org/news/forest-tots/

Festival ready ❤️