No prior Bushcraft or camping experience required. Our weekend courses are open to first timers and experienced guests too.

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Welcome to the Ultimate Bushcraft Weekend Experience!

Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or stepping into the wild for the first time, our Bushcraft Weekend is designed to immerse you in the beauty of nature and teach you essential survival skills in the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park, close to the picturesque town of Grassington, North Yorkshire.

Your Adventure Begins: Friday Evening

Arriving at 6pm on Friday, you’ll be warmly welcomed by a roaring campfire and the savory aroma of a campfire dinner, setting the tone for an unforgettable weekend. As dinner cooks, take a moment to tune into the peaceful surroundings and choose where you’ll sleep for the night. Bring along a small tent or hammock, or, if you’re up for a wilder experience, get ready to build your own shelter on Saturday, where you can spend a cozy night under the stars.

Saturday: Learn, Build, Thrive

Saturday kicks off with an introduction to the essential rules of survival, where our expert instructors will share their knowledge of thriving in a woodland environment. You’ll delve into the art of shelter building, master ancient fire-crafting techniques, and develop wilderness cooking skills. As evening approaches, we’ll journey to a nearby lake to fish for our dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options thoughtfully provided. The night is spent around the campfire, enjoying a hearty supper and relaxing beneath the canopy of the trees.

Sunday: Forage and Reflect

After a hearty breakfast on Sunday, we embark on a guided foraging walk to identify edible plants and learn sustainable foraging practices. We’ll also cover different methods for collecting safe drinking water in the wild—an invaluable skill for any adventurer. We wrap up our weekend just before lunchtime, leaving you with unforgettable memories and new bushcraft skills.

Join us for a weekend of adventure, learning, and connection with nature!

What’s included?

All meals – Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Drinks – Tea, coffee and soft drinks are available throughout the weekends
Workshops – Please see our list of workshops below.
On site parking

A list of workshops included in your weekend.

Primitive and advanced Firecraft skills.
Basic foraging skills.
Wilderness Baking – Breads and sweet treats.
Wilderness cookery – The Canadian Fish Flag.
Shelter making – Advanced and primitive shelter making skills.
Woodland crafting – Useful tools, knot tying etc.
Water collecting and filtering techniques.
Essential Knots & Lines.

2025 DATES

April: Friday 25th – Sunday 27th
May: Friday 23rd – Sunday 25th
June: Friday 25th – Sunday 27th
August: Friday 29th – Sunday 31st
September: Friday 26th – Sunday 28th
October: Friday 24th – Sunday 26th

Basecamp Location

Kilnsey Park Estate Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 5PS

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FAQ’S

I’m a Solo traveler, can I attend? Of course, a lot of our attendees are solo travelers. It’s a great way to meet new people.

I have a disability, can I attend? Of course, our team will be on hand to make your experience as comfortable as possible. If you require accommodation locally, our reservations team would be happy to organize this for you. Our support vehicle will be on hand for drop off and pick up at each workshop location. The terrain around basecamp is a little uneven, but we do have some good access points. The terrain around basecamp is uneven and on sloped ground. Staff will be on hand to help you every step of the way.

I have specific dietary needs, is this going to be ok? Sure. Just let us know at the time of booking, and we will make sure your are looked after.

I have never done anything like this before do I need experience? Absolutely NOT. Everyone is welcome around the campfire. Its an opportunity to get together, learn ew skills and enjoy reconnecting with the great outdoors. Our highly experienced staff will be on hand to guide you through, every step of the way.

What equipment will I need? A sleeping bag, sleeping mat, warm and waterproof clothing, good sturdy footwear, water bottle, headtorch and any creature comforts you would like to bring.

Terms & Conditions:

Over 18’s only. All dietary needs can be catered for. Just let us know at the time of booking.
All deposits are non-refundable.
Full payment of any outstanding balance must be received no later than six weeks prior to expedition departure.
By booking this expedition, you acknowledge that extreme weather conditions may result in a cancellation. Should this occur, YDB will issue each guest a credit note for the next available date.
Please inform us of any medical or dietary requirements at the time of booking to ensure the best experience possible.