Kit list for visitors to our centres

The kit lists below are to be used as a guide only and are not extensive. Please note that wetsuits, cagoules and life jackets will be provided by S.O.L.D.

For residential visits

Please find below the kit list for both the appropriate activity day (land or water-based) and appropriate type of residential (log cabin, teepee or yurt).

Land-based activities (including canal boat)

• Appropriate clothing for the weather - jumper, trousers, long sleeved t-shirt
• Old pair of trainers (flip-flops, crocs or open back/toe shoes are not suitable)
• Warm coat
• Waterproofs
• Hat and gloves/sun cream and sun hat
• Water bottle and packed lunch (if you have not booked catering with us).

Water-based activities (or combination of land and water)

• A change of clothes including underwear, socks and spare shoes.
• Appropriate clothing for the weather - jumper, trousers, long sleeved t-shirt
• Old pair of trainers (flip-flops, crocs or open back/toe shoes are not suitable). These will get wet.
• Shorts or swimming costume and towel
• Warm coat
• Waterproofs
• Hat and gloves or sun cream and sun hat
• Water bottle and packed lunch (if you have not booked catering with us)
• Glasses strap or cord if you wear glasses

*if undertaking both morning and afternoon water-based sessions we suggest bringing an extra change of clothes i.e. one set for the morning, one for the afternoon and one to go home in.

Log cabin residential at High Ashurst

In addition to the appropriate kit list for either a land-based or water-based visit please also bring the following:

• Towel and wash kit
• Slippers or thick socks to wear around the cabin
• Any medication
• Torch the centre is in a remote location and very dark
• Snacks (in a sealed container)
• Extra clothes for the following day(s)

All bedding is provided for log cabin residentials.

Teepee and bell tents residential at High Ashurst or Thames Young Mariners

In addition to the appropriate kit list for either a land-based or water-based visit please also bring the following:

• Sleeping bag, pillow and roll mat
• Towel and wash kit
• Any medication
• Torch the centre is in a remote location and very dark
• Snacks (in a sealed container)
• Extra clothes for the following day(s)

Yurt residential at Henley Fort

In addition to the appropriate kit list for either a land-based or water-based visit please also bring the following:

• Towel and wash kit
• Slippers or thick socks to wear around the yurt
• Any medication
• Torch the centre is in a remote location and very dark
• Snacks (in a sealed container)
• Extra clothes for the following day(s)

All bedding is provided for yurt residentials.