Summer holiday activities at Henley Fort
Summer holiday activities in Guildford
We are thrilled to welcome TAZ explorers to Henley Fort in Guildford this summer for some amazing holiday activity fun!
Set high on the Hog's Back overlooking Guildford, Henley Fort is the perfect spot for learning some new skills whilst having fun in the outdoors.
We now accept childcare vouchers or Tax Free childcare for holiday activities.
(For bookings made at least 2 weeks before the start of the course)
Follow this link to find out more information about childcare vouchers and tax free childcare
Holiday activities days available this summer
- Multi activity day: for children 8 to 11 year olds (Junior Explorer)
- Home Front Historical Day: for children 8 to 11 year olds
- Water activities: for children 10 to 13 year olds
Find out more information about each of these days below.
Drop off and pick up time
Drop off is at 9.30am and pick up is at 4.15pm
Each day is split into two sessions, 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1.15pm to 4.15pm with 45 minutes lunch break.
Lunch
- There are no vending facilities on-site. Don't forget to bring a packed lunch (nut free) and plenty to drink (water bottles can be refilled).
- For the safety of others on site, please ensure that this lunch does not contain nut products.
Cost
- Multi-activity courses are £50 per child per day and run from 9.30am to 4.15pm
Friendship groups on TAZ Holiday Activities
- If you feel it is very important that your child need to be with specific friend, we will do our best to accommodate your request, please mention your child's friend at sign in.
Book TAZ Junior land activities
Book Home Front Historical Day
Book TAZ Explorer-water activities
Land Multi Activity Day - Junior Explorer
Age group: 8 to 11 year olds
TAZ Junior land activities will be running at Henley Fort this summer on various dates throughout the holidays.
Activities take place no matter what the weather so ensure your child is wearing appropriate outdoor clothes (waterproof jacket, sun hats, trainers).
Activities that may take place:
Each day is different and activities can include: animal tracking, lighting fires, making puppets or dream catchers, building dens and much more!
- Archery
- Bush craft survival skills – fire lighting, cooking over fire, den building, tracking, bug hotel building, scavenger hunt, nature hike
- Orienteering including map and compass skills and navigation around site
- Team challenges and games
- Eco arts and crafts – mud faces and natural art
- Climbing
Book here TAZ Junior land activities
Drop off location
Henley Fort Outdoor Education Centre, The Mount, Guildford GU2 4RH
Home Front Historical Day
Age group: 8 to 11 year olds
Come to Henley Fort and be transported back in time to what is was like during World War II. Everyone will have the opportunity of becoming both Home Guard and Air Raid Wardens for the day.
Book Home Front Historical Day
What to wear for multi activity and Home Front Historical Day
- Appropriate clothing for the weather - jumper, trousers, long sleeved t-shirt
- Waterproofs,for rainy and windy days
- Warm coat
- Sun cream and sun hat
- Hat and gloves
Equipment
All safety equipment is provided.
Water activities - Water Explorer in Guildford
Age group: 10 to 13 year olds
Location: Dapdune Wharf GU1 4RR
Water based activities on the River Wey
Activities include:
- Stand up Paddleboarding
- Canoeing
A change of clothes and trainers is required. Wetsuits are not provided but you are welcome to bring one.
Price and bookings
Follow the link below to see price and to book.
Water Explorer activities view dates and book
Drop off location
These sessions run from Dapdune Wharf, GU1 4RR. Please meet there from 9.30 am (not at Henley Fort) and wait for the Surrey Outdoor Learning Instructor.
What to bring
A change of clothes and trainers is required. Wetsuits are not provided but you are welcome to bring one.
Your child will need to bring a packed lunch and water bottle. For the safety of others on site, please ensure that this lunch does not contain nut products.
Friendship groups on TAZ Holiday Activities
If you feel it is very important that your child need to be with specific friend, we will do our best to accommodate your request, please mention your child's friend at sign in.
Thank you for your understanding that these measures are in place to ensure the safety of both your child and our TAZ staff.