Cranham Scout Centre provides a range of activities on site and it is possible to remain on site for a full week using the facilities available. Additionally, there are a lot of other opportunities available locally. Some of these are within walking distance, while other may be a short or longer drive away. To find out more about things to do nearby, please click here.
On-site Activities
Air Rifles
Our rifle range is situated on the main part of the site and is in a covered area so that it can be used at all times. The rifles fire .177 pellets and all instructors are qualified. Evening sessions are available, and if you have your own instructor you are welcome to instruct your own session on production of a valid certificate.
Session length: 1 hour
Maximum group size: 12
Minimum Age: 8 years
Cost: £22.00 per session (£13.00 with your own instructor)
Archery
The archery takes place on the main part of the site by our campfire circle. The firing area is covered allowing for all weather use and lighting for evening sessions can be provided. All instructors are qualified although if you have your own instructor you are welcome to instruct your own session on production of a valid certificate.
Session length: 1 hour
Maximum group size: 12
Minimum Age: 6 years
Cost: £22.00 per session (£13.00 with your own instructor)
Challenge Course
The Challenge Course is by far our most popular activity. This takes place in Daniels Grove and consists of a range of elements that criss-cross Painswick Brook. This means that everyone who uses it is likely to get wet and muddy (I think that’s part of the fun!). This is a self supervised activity.
Session length: 1 hour
Maximum group size: 24
Minimum Age: 5 years
Cost: £15.00 per session
Challenge Course Risk Assessment
Cross Bows
The cross bows are easy to use and are self supervised. They fire small plastic bolts with suckers on the end. Targets are provided and they can be used anywhere on site.
Session length: 1 hour
Maximum group size: 12
Minimum Age: 6 years
Cost: £10.00 per session
Dam Building
This self supervised activity takes place in Daniels Grove beyond the toilet block. All participants need to do is block the stream. All dams must be removed before departure.
Session length: As required
Maximum group size: Any
Minimum Age: 5 years
Cost: Free
Lawn Games
We have a variety of games that you are welcome to hire during your visit. These include connect four, domino’s, noughts and crosses and chess.
Session length: 1 hour
Maximum group size: Any
Minimum Age: None (please note – there are some small parts)
Cost: £1.00 per game per hour
Nature & Environment
Due to the location of the centre, this lends itself to a variety of nature studies and environmental investigation. The site itself consists of a range of small fields, woodland and a stream. Also close by is Cranham Common and Buckholt Wood, both of which are protected as Sites of Special Scientific Interest for the plants, trees and animal life found within them. We are currently working on a number of boxes to assist with this exploration using a variety of medium. Please contact us to find out more.
Session length: As required
Maximum group size: 12
Minimum Age: 6 years
Cost: £15.00 per box
Risk Assessment: We are working on this and will update it as soon as possible
Orienteering
With access to Buckholt Wood we can offer a range of lengths of orienteering courses to suit the needs of your group. Orienteering is self supervised, and while the easier course can be followed by just using the footpaths, a greater understanding of map work is required for the more difficult courses.
Session length: 1-2 hours
Maximum group size: Teams of 3-6. A maximum of 4 teams per session.
Minimum Age: 6 years
Cost: £5.00 for a set of 10 maps and control cards
Pioneering
We have a good range of poles on site. We also have a limited amount of rope (it is best to bring some of your own). If you need ideas for projects, please contact us. To date I have seen bridges, a big table and benches, gateways and a see-saw.
Session length: Half a day
Maximum group size: 20
Minimum Age: 8 years
Cost: £5.00 per session
Quiz Walks
We now have a range of quiz walks (please note – adult supervision is required for younger groups especially on the village walk):
1. There are a number of picture quizzes for use around the site.
2. There is a walk around the village, answering questions as you travel.
Session length: 1-2 hours
Maximum group size: Teams of 3-6. A maximum of 4 teams per session.
Minimum Age: 6 years
Cost: £1.00 for a set of 10 question sheets
Sumo Wrestling
This activity, which can be used either indoors or out, is all about knocking your opponent to the ground in the most effective way. Sumo suits, neck braces, helmets and mats are provided.
Session length: 1 hour
Maximum group size: 12
Minimum Age: 8 years
Cost: £15.00 per session (on site)
The Sumo is available for hire off site and is ideal for attracting people to any marketing event, open day or activity day. Please contact us for more information.
Survival Skills
Due to the nature of the site and it’s surroundings, it lends itself to a range of survival skills activities. There could include fire lighting, knife/axe/saw skills, shelter building, using hammocks, and so on. This is self supervised so you need the skills to manage this, however we do have a contact who may be able to assist.
Session length: 1 hour to the full duration of your stay
Maximum group size: 30
Minimum Age: 8 years (we would recommend a minimum age of 10 years for any activities that use knife, axe or saw)
Cost: Free although normal fees apply. There may be a cost for instruction if provided by the centre.
Team Building
We have a range of self supervised team building exercises that can be used on and around the site. Each takes about 20 minutes. These exercises include:
Spiders Web – Get the whole team from one side to the other.
Tower of Hanoi – Transfer the tower of tyres from one pole to another.
Minefield – Get your team across the grid without hitting the mines.
Oil Drum – Move the oil drum from one pallet to another using the equipment provided.
River Crossing – Get the whole team across Painswick Brook using the equipment provided.The Tyre – Remove the tyre from a very tall pole.
The Water Carrier – Move a heavy water carrier from one pallet to another.
Session length: 1 hour – full day
Maximum group size: Groups of 4-6 are ideal, with up to 7 groups per day.
Minimum Age: 6 years
Cost: £5.00 per exercise
Traverse Wall
Our purpose built, all weather, lit traverse wall is situated on the main part of our site. This activity is self supervised, although a range of games can be provided.
Session length: 1 hour
Maximum group size: 12
Minimum Age: 6 years (please note – sometimes the grips are difficult to reach for smaller participants)
Cost: £15.00 per session