School Residential Trips in Dorset

Bespoke outdoor activity programmes

Here at Cumulus we pride ourselves on designing bespoke outdoor activity programmes to fit each individual school depending on duration and nature of the trip. Each programme contains a unique set of adventure activities that can include Coasteering, Mackerel Fishing, Dorset Waterpark and Bushcraft to name just a few. Our highly qualified and knowledgeable instructors will engage all students at every level throughout our school residential trips to ensure an action packed and educational trip to remember.

Let us know what makes your perfect residential for 2019 or 2020, and start building your quote here!

Our tented camps provide a unique setting in which students and teachers alike can relax in a camp exclusive to your group. We offer 24/7 on site pastoral care from our expert team of camp staff. Our dedicated field chef cooks hearty meals to refuel after a busy day and can cater to your every need and dietary requirement.

The Cumulus camp is situated in an unbeatable location close to the Dorset coast. Set in a large field surrounded by trees, it is an excellent space for children to spend time with their peers. The camp has a homely feel and is a great place to return after the days activities. Spacious standup tents are set around our huge central Nordic Tipi which contains a central campfire. Here the group can spend time together in the evenings, playing campfire games and reminiscing on the trip.

School residential group mackerel fishing off the Dorset coast

Creature comforts continue for teachers with a dedicated area within camp, containing a brew station for that well-earned cuppa, access to phone charging and a welcome box giving you all the essentials for a trip away.

What Our Schools Say About Us:

“Excellent group leader; very professional, helpful and brilliant with the students. The variety of activities during the week was great and really enjoyed by everyone. All campsite staff to management and activity staff are all extremely helpful, brilliant with the students and clearly love their jobs which makes all a very positive experience. Thank you!”

Reviews

Activity rating
5 stars		5
4 stars		0
3 stars		0
2 stars		0
1 star		0

5/5 based on 5 reviews

Review Entries

5/5

Activity rating 5/5

Overview Awesome Residential School Trip

Great 2 days with Cumulus.
Our coasteering activity was cancelled due to the sea state (wise move) so we went climbing at Dancing Ledge instead with different climbs for different abilities. Campsite was amazing with massive tents, great environment and food and organization by Roxie. The students loved the campsite. The highlight was the mackerel fishing from 2 boats in Swanage harbour with 18 fish caught. Relaxed and happy children made possible by great organisation and attention to detail. Thanks Cumulus.

Jim

21st June 2019

5/5

Activity rating 5/5

Overview Returning for our 5th year!

We have used Cumulus for the last 4 years for a year 5 school residential. Communication and directions are always fantastic before hand and staff running the activities are always experienced, friendly and knowledgeable. They are great with the kids - fun, but firm if needed and caring for those who need a bit more persuasion to push themselves out of their comfort zone. The children we have taken have always had a great time and as a member of staff on a school trip I have always had a great day out with Cumulus staff.

Will Bray

4th April 2019

5/5

Activity rating 5/5

Overview Team Building Residential

I have used Cumulus for two years in a row for our sixth form team bonding residential, with us having already booked in for next year! I cannot fault the company - quick at replying, good at tailoring a programme and excellent friendly instructors. Our students have had a fantastic time - coasteering, climbing, orienteering, mud trail, water park and doing team games. The setting where they have the tipis is just beautiful. I can 100% say you will not regret booking with them, whether that is for yourself as a family or part of a larger group.

Elizabeth

5th April 2019

5/5

Activity rating 5/5

Overview Summer School Camp

We have used Cumulus to run our School Summer Camp for the last 3 years.
They have always provided an excellent service allowing us to tailor the event to our requirements.
The pricing is good value and the service from the team is very good. The activities are excellent as are the instructors who manage to run sessions which are very safe but also a lot of fun.
We will be back next year!

Debbie

9th April 2019

5/5

Activity rating 5/5

Overview School Residential Trip

Our Year 6 team take 80+ pupils to Swanage for a three day residential every year and we have a great time. We fish for mackerel, kayak and spend an afternoon on the water park...to name but a few activities.
The staff are great and the children have an amazing time-sensitive do the teaching staff.
Communication with Cumulus is excellent and they go out of their way to create a bespoke programme of activities.
The campsite is a peaceful haven, when it isn't t full of the children's laughter and singing.
If you are looking for a fantastic residential trip, then Cumulus Outdoors are the people to contact.

Sian

29th March 2019