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CONTENTS3. Why Mount Cook?6. Theory of Change7. Onsite Activities12. Offsite Activities14. Evening Activities15. History Packages17. Accommodation19. Catering20. Itineraries22. Making a booking23. PricesOur MissionTo provide access to the especiallyyoung people and those who might not otherwise havethe opportunity.OUTDOORS FOR ALLclimbing categorytake a tour

Exceeding expectationsProfessional throughoutEveryone valuedValuesTo make a differenceto people's livesthrough access to theoutdoorsVision"Mount Cook Adventure Centre offers a distinctive approach which is of value toboth formal and non-formal education. We offer young people first handexperiences and can therefore unlock a range of skills and understanding. It ismore important than ever to reconnect your young people with themselves andtheir environment."Steve Turner, CEOWe are an independent, not-for-profit outdoor education centre based on theedge of the Peak District. We’re committed to improving lives through directaccess to the outdoors. Since 2016 we have welcomed over 60,000 individuals toMount Cook for amazing outdoor experiences. Our environmentalethos, our dedication to personal development,and fantastic professional staff will leave yourstudents with memories that willlast a lifetime. We are here!#PeakDistrictProud

IMPROVE CLASSROOMENGAGEMENT of secondary school studentsindicated that the residential made themrealise what they learn at school isimportant to them.*.79%DEVELOP SOCIAL ANDEMOTIONAL SKILLS of KS2 students said their residentialexperienced helped them realise they couldget on with people from other schools orclasses.* 75%Benefits of residentials3*Learning Away - Making the case for high qualityresidential learning WHY CHOOSE MOUNT COOK?GOLD STANDARD FOR SAFETYSMALL FRIENDLY TEAMDEDICATED TO MAKING YOUR TRIPAMAZINGCOMMITMENT TO EDUCATIONALVALUE THROUGH OUTDOORLEARNINGWIDE RANGE OF OUTDOORACTIVITIESGuaranteed quality as a highly accredited centre,with awards including: AHOEC Gold Standard, AALALicense, LotC, Institute of Outdoor Learning, AAIACAdventure Mark, and Environmental Quality MarkFrom highly trained and experiencedinstructors, to a receptionist on call 24/7, ourteam will make sure your trip runs smoothly.More than just good fun, our programmes aredesigned to give your students skills for life.Try climbing on a rock face, zip wire off the roofand hunt for real fossils in our quarry. MountCook has a range of activities you won’t findanywhere else!

PROMOTING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY of young people did more exercise than normal on aresidential. During a trip to Mount Cook, students will be doing up to8 hours of outside, physical activity.80%Staff are helpful, welcoming andreassuring, and food andaccommodation is great.Activities are challenging andrewarding in many ways.Robert Miles Junior School 2023*YHA School residential impact survey 2016/17 report

96%80%93%improved personal skillsimproved social skillsimproved emotional skillsIn 2024, we tracked over 60 schoolsbefore and after their trip to Mount Cook.Out of 60 schools...

TeamworkRelationshipsCommunicationSelf ControlSocialDevelopmentLooking to others6THEORY OF CHANGEEmotionalDevelopmentResilienceBroaden horizonsTry new thingsConfidenceIndependenceSelf perceptionCelebrating SuccessReflectionLooking inwardsPersonalDevelopmentLooking outwardMount Cook are committed to developing young minds through access to theoutdoors. To prove the benefits outdoor education can have on building character, wehave developed our own model.We produce a bespoke report based on your students filled with data on how theyprogressed during the trip and any areas they may be struggling in. This is a free service for anyone staying on a minimum 2 night residential.Theory of ChangeUnderstand your studentsbetterHelp with funding applicationsCampaign for moregovernment support foroutdoor education OUR PROGRAMMES TARGETTHE FOLLOWING AREASTHIS DATA CAN BE USED TO

CommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeOur activities are designed to encourage specific outcomes inyour students, whilst making memories they'll never forget.All sessions listed last 3hr15 minutes, either asa standalone activity or a paired session. Teamwork & Cohesion and Resilience &Self Confidence. ONSITE ACTIVITIESTEAMWORK &COHESIONA strong teamwork environment can help to fosterstronger relationships, and motivate individuals towork cohesively and support one another throughchallenging situationsLOW ROPES &PROBLEM SOLVINGDesigned to encourage problem solving,teamwork and communication, our low ropescourse with mini zip is a great activity forbuilding confidence.Teamed up with problem solving the activitygroup will develop these skills further. Ages 6 +ARCHERY TAG &MAZE CUBEArchery tag is a competitive “dodgeball” like game,using teamwork and quick thinking to win thegame.The Maze Cube will require the team to worktogether to transport balls around a ‘floating’maze, communication will be key. Ages 9 +

CommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeMount Cook is in a beautifullocation, with great facilities.Seeing the children playing inthe outdoors was priceless.The natural setting for abseilingand climbing was super, sincethese are commonly on manmade structures at otherprovidersInspiringPrimaries, 20248INDOOR CLIMBING &LANDKARTSThere are lots of routes to explore in ourpurpose-built climbing wall. Participants willharness the skills learnt to help them move upthe wall to find ‘their top’.Using just rope, wood, and wheels teams willdesign and build their own working landkart. Ages 6 +ORIENTEERING ATBLACK ROCKSLearn how to read and follow a map as well asexploring the local area. Instructors will stop totalk about history, nature and respecting thearea we are exploring. Students will be encouraged to use check points,tick points, and orientate the map independently. Ages 9 +Gather your tribe together for a map basedchallenge around the Mount Cook site withproblem solving, code cracking, andengineering.Teamwork will be essential alongsidelearning some of the history of Celtic andRoman Britain.GAME OF TRIBES Ages 6 +

CommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeRESILIENCE & SELFCONFIDENCETrying a new activity and challenging themselvesin a safe, controlled environment is a great way tobuild up students perserverance and selfconfidence9Our High Ropes course includes 4 different elements:The Leap of Faith, Crate Stack, Jacob's Ladder andGladiator Challenge.The high ropes course will challenge your group tokeep each other safe, set their own goals, and worktogether to reach new heights.HIGH ROPES Ages 9 + Weight restrictions: max100kg for leap of faithONSITE ROCKCLIMBING & ABSEILINGOur rock face and abseil point offers the group anexciting experience and individual challenge onnatural limestone. During the climb, the group will take part in belayingand tying knots. Group support will be vital, andteamwork will be the key to success. Ages 9 +Our Rooftop Rider Zip Wire starts 15 metres off theground on the roof of the centre and finishes on thefar side of Steeple Grange quarry. Guests can expectto reach speeds of up to 35 mph. The traverse cube involves a horizontal peg wall withadditional obstacles introduced throughout.ZIP WIRE &TRAVERSE CUBE Ages 9 + Weight restrictions:min 20kg - max 116kgBUSHCRAFTDiscover how people survived in the past. Learnto light a fire without matches and have handson experience with the materials our ancestorsused to create life-saving heat and light.Build a shelter and create a cord bracelet totake home using natural fibres. Ages 6 +

CommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeNEW!NEW!CommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeFind fossils and discover some of the ancient seacreature remains from 330 million years ago.Pan for treasure in our troughs and identifygems and learn about the history of panningalong the way! Ages 6 +FOSSIL HUNTING& GEM PANNING10VIA FERRATAThe Via Ferrata is an exciting new addition to our site.Traverse across a quarry and a variety of obstaclesusing handholds, footholds and limestone rock.Develop problem solving skills under pressure whilstsupporting your group in their own attempts. Ages 9 +ONSITE ROCK CLIMBING& SCRAMBLINGScrambling is an on the rocks adventure at BlackRocks, about a 10 minute walk away from thecentre along the High Peak Trail.Then, climbing on real limestone, the group willtake part in belaying and tying knots. Ages 9 +ARCHERY & ONSITEORIENTEERINGLearn to shoot an arrow in the style of an Olympicarcher using a modern recurve bow. Practise andplay some games to hone your skills.Learn and refine map reading skills including usingkeys, finding checkpoints and orientating the map. Ages 6 +

Bookable as an optional extra to your trip, offsiteactivities are facilitated by our AALA licensed partnersAcclimbatize. Our team will book everything on yourbehalf - even transport, if required!Offsite activities last 3hr15 minutes each.OFFSITE ACTIVITIES

RAFT BUILDING CAVINGCANOEING ROCK CLIMBING& ABSEILINGRaft building is a superb team buildingactivity! Groups are required to work as ateam to input design ideas, form a planand create a buoyant raft using aselection of materials which include: rope,wooden planks and polythene barrels.Canoeing is a perfect way to enhanceconfidence on the water in a safe andcontrolled environment. We use open topcanoes that can seat up to four pupils,encouraging group based learning as wellas improving individual skills.You will be taught by highly trainedinstructors how to put on a harness, tieclimbing knots and abseil down a rockface safely. Black Rocks climbing area isjust a 10 minute walk from the centre.Derbyshire and the Peak District offers awide range of caving opportunities forpeople of all ages and abilities. Your groupwill be taken on an underground experienceunique to our local area due to our richhistory of metal and stone mining.Ages 6 +Requires transportAges 6 +Requires transportAges 6 +Requires transportAges 6 +Does not require transport12Activities are run at thefollowing locations:Carsington WaterCromford CanalMatlock BathBlack RocksAcclimbatize provide all specialist equipment for offsite activities. For more informationon safety and accreditations go to www.acclimbatize.co.uk

CommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeEVENING ACTIVITIESWind down after dinner with an evening activity. Eveningactivities can take place in larger groups and usually runfrom 19:00 - 20:30, and they are all suitable for childrenover 6 years old.TEAM CHALLENGESDuring these fun team challenges all groupswill practise their skills of planning,coordination, and communicationthroughout several group tasks. BUSHCRAFT &CAMPFIREROCKET BUILDINGScience and teamwork are required as participantsdesign, build and present a group rocket. Each group will use the materials available andattempt to create a rocket which will fly high. Ages 6 +Get cosy in the evening by surrounding thecampfire in the dell or the woodland roundhouse. The group will learn and practisetraditional and modern fire-lighting methods. Ages 6 + Ages 6 +13

CommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeCommunicationSkillsKnowledgeIndividual challengePhysical challengeLed by an instructor, the group will be guidedalong local paths near the Mount CookCentre.There will be pauses along the walk to learnabout local history, experience the area andtalk with your group members. GUIDED OFFSITEWALKTHE MOUNT COOKCHALLENGETeam challenges will be placed around sitefor small teams to locate on a map. Collectas many points as possible on each challengeto get onto the leader board!The group are given the freedom to choosewhich challenges to attempt. ABSEILINGAbseiling offers a personal challenge to each groupmember to experience being lowered down our onsiterock face. Group members will be able to offer supportand encouragement to each other. Ages 6 + Ages 6 + Ages 6 +14Evening activities are a great way to end the day!These after dinner sessions last from 19:00 - 20:30 or118:30 - 20:30 depending on the time of year.Evening activities last 1hr30 (if you’d like a shortersession to accommodate younger students, let usknow!)EVENING ACTIVITIES

3300 BC - 1200 BCStep back in time and become a Stone Agehunter gatherer tribe living 10,000 years ago.In order to survive this rich yet hostilelandscape you must start your journey withlearning some of the skills you would need tothrive in an environment with many dangersand variables...Prehistoric BritainAD 43 - AD 410 Step back 2000 years back in time and spendthe day learning what it was like to live as aRoman in Britain. Learn what made the Romanempire a formidable civilization, from formingTestudos to creating Tabula. Groups will takepart in a variety of activities designed to bringthe classroom topic alive.Roman InvaderHISTORY PACKAGESBring history to life! Designed to supplement the key stage 2 curriculum, each package willtransport your students through time to learnhow their ancestors lived.Archaeological dig & archeryCave art & nature awarenessBow drill & hand drill (fire lighting)Bone working & fibre craftPercussion fire lighting & shelter buildingEvening activity: Create and use resin glueActivities includeRoman legion & dress the roman soliderManufacture & cart buildingArchery & siegeArchaeological dig & bushcraftPercussion fire lighting & shelter buildingEvening activity: The labours of HerculesActivities include15

History packages are available in Spring Term and Autumn Term 2. Each packageincludes up to 8 hours of interactive activities as a stand alone day trip or built intoa residential trip. AD 800 - AD 1150Spend the day learning what it was like to liveas a Viking. Learn what made the Vikings suchformidable invaders; experience how theViking warriors travelled across the seas andnavigated. As well as this, learn about theirskilled manufacture, stories telling andpreparation for battle.Viking ExplorerManufacture & bushcraftDress the Viking & archaeological digRune reading & longboat buildingArchery & weapon throwing Evening activity: Campfire & Viking saga, or Thetheft of Thor's HammerActivities include16£27+ VATPer personFrom

Get a good nights sleep in our overnight accommodation!Mount Cook can sleep up to 180 people across indoor rooms andglamping pods.ACCESSIBLE BEDROOMSleeps up to 2 people in bunk bedsAccessible wet room with toilet and sinkComplimentary bedding and extra pillowStorage cupboard for each occupantNight light by each bedGLAMPING PODSSleeps up to 4 people in cosy bunkbedsEn-suite toilet and sink with cold running waterUSB charging pointsHeater in each podShowers are available a 30 secondwalk away in the main building. All bedrooms and glamping pods automatically lock viaelectronic key card. Groups have one key per bedroom, and teachers willhave a master key that can unlock all their students rooms.KEY Information17Sleeps up to 4 people in comfy bunk bedsEn-suite shower room with toilet and sinkComplimentary bedding and extra pillowStorage cupboard for each occupant Night lights by each bedINDOOR BEDROOMEn-suite toilets& showers10 X PODS33 X ROOMS 2 X ROOMS Glamping pods are availablefrom March - October.ACCOMMODATION

We allocate teacher rooms on corridors with their students. Teacherscan choose which rooms they would prefer. Group Leaders have access to Group Leader Zones where you canrelax in the evening with a hot drink from one of our Nespressocoffee machines.We do ask that staff share rooms. Extra staff rooms can be bookedapart from April - July.WHAT ABOUT STAFF ROOMS?

You can't tackle adventures on an empty stomach! Our in-house catering teamprovide delicious, homemade full board catering throughout your stay.Sample MenusExcellent meals that were childfriendly and super portion sizes.There was something for eventhe fussiest eaters.Loreto Prep School, 202219CATERINGDINNERBeef bolognaise or lentil bolognaise with spaghetti &garlic breadChocolate fudge cake or yogurt & fresh fruitLUNCHChoose your own filling sandwiches, salad bar, freshfruit & a homemade sweet treat like flapjack.Or jacket potatoes with cheese, tuna or beansBacon or sausage, hash browns, scrambled eggs &baked beansCroissants, fresh fruit, cereal selection, yogurt, juice,toast with butter & jamBREAKFASTWe cater for a range of dietary requirements, including vegan, coeliac and halal.We have created a menu that most children will enjoy with plenty of options, but weappreciate some children are more particular than others. Please get in touch to see whatwe have offer you!DietaryRequirements?

Day 1Day 2Day 3BreakfastBreakfastAMArrive at 13:00Zip wire& Traverse cubeLow ropes& problem solvingBYO lunchLunchLunchPMIndoor climbing& land kartsArchery& onsite orienteeringDepart by 12:45DinnerDinnerEVECampfire & bushcraftMount Cook challengeSAMPLE ITINERARYGroups arrive with us at 13:00 on their firstday and depart by 12:45 on their final day. Activities are all run in house by ourhighly trained instructors in groupsof 8 - 12 children. PROGRAMME20October - FebruaryDay tripsHistory packagesAny length residentialMarchHistory packagesMon - Wed: Anylength residentialWed - Fri: 2 nightminimum residentialApril - September2 night residentials4 night residentialsWHAT CAN I BOOK, AND WHEN?We offer a range of day trips, residentials, and curriculum packages throughoutthe year! Find the right trip for your school.

RESIDENTIAL PRICINGPrices vary depending on time of year and package booked. For an accuratequote please get in touch with our sales team. The packages on page 22 are based on a standard 2 night/3 day package forPrimary School children, as seen on page 20. This price includes:2 nights shared accommodation 2 full days onsite activities + evening activities2 days full board cateringWe also offer day trips, 1 - 4 night trips, and bespoke options.See page 22 for what we can offer throughout the year.220

Speak to one of our friendly team members to let us know your requirements and checkavailability.STEP 1You will be sent a booking form and a deposit invoice to confirm your space at Mount Cook.STEP 2Once your booking has been confirmed, you will be introduced to our bookings team who willcollect group information, create your activity itinerary and help with any changes. STEP 322Let's talk!WANT TO FIND OUT MORE?DatesMon - WedWed - FriFri - Sun1st Jan - 28th Feb£179.50 + VAT£179.50 + VAT£179.50 + VAT1st Mar - 28th Mar£212 + VAT£212 + VAT£212 + VAT29th Mar - 15th May£212 + VAT£255 + VAT£212 + VAT16th May - 31st July£255 + VAT£265 + VAT£212 + VATSchool HolidaysSchool HolidaysSchool HolidaysSchool Holidays1st Sep - 31st Oct£212 + VAT£212 + VAT£212 + VATNov 1st - Dec 31st£179.50 + VAT£179.50 + VAT£179.50 + VAT*Prices per person & exclusive of VAT**Prices accurate as of January 2025 & subject to annual price change***Above prices are for primary schools. There is a slight upcharge for secondary schools due to larger goodportions.MAKING A BOOKING PRICING

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