Fire and feast camp - Witney

Exciting bushcraft and fire adventure

Your mentors

Fat Squirrel OutdoorFat Squirrel Outdoor

Come together around the campfire

Kate DrewettKate Drewett

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Abingdon & Witney College: Common Leys Campus, Witney

Ages: 8 - 14 years

HAF eligible child Free

Next date: Tuesday 29th Jul, 09:30 – 14:30

Funded by Oxfordshire County Council

Universal provision with SEND support

Fire and feast camp - Witney block mentored by Fat Squirrel Outdoor

A summary

NEW LOCATION FOR SUMMER 2025 Give your child an unforgettable day packed with fun, learning, and new friendships at Fat Squirrel Outdoor’s Fire and Feast Camp at Common Leys Campus, Abingdon and Witney College. Our camp runs from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm and offers the perfect opportunity for kids to spend the day outdoors, engaging in exciting and educational activities. Children will get to try their hand at throwing axes (safely supervised), learn essential bushcraft skills like starting a fire, and enjoy cooking tasty food over the campfire. There’s also time for exploring, building shelters, and playing fun outdoor games that will keep them active and entertained. For those moments when they need a bit of downtime, we have tree hammocks where they can relax and watch the leaves sway above, giving them a peaceful break from the fast-paced world. Let your child experience a day in the woods that balances adventure, learning, and relaxation—all in a safe, nurturing environment. Sign them up for a day they’ll always remember!

send accessibility checklist

1:1 care

2:1 care

Qualified to administer medication

Epilepsy trained

Accessible toilet

Assist with personal care and toileting

Hoist and changing bench

Makaton and PECS trained

Sensory break area

Quiet spaces

Secure environment

Disability communication skills

More information available on request

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About your mentors

Fat Squirrel Outdoor

Come together around the campfire

Bringing people together around a campfire to relax, learn and build deeper bonds. Enjoy a relaxing day outdoors with a touch of adventure at Fat Squirrel Outdoor. Escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. Throw axes, light bushcraft fires and cook on campfires. Listen to the gentle sounds of the wood intertwining with laughter!

Kate Drewett

Chief Squirrel

I host fun and engaging experiences in the woods Enjoy a relaxing day outdoors with a touch of adventure at Fat Squirrel Outdoor. Escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. Throw axes, light bushcraft fires and cook on campfires. Listen to the gentle sounds of the wood intertwining with laughter!

On the day

Tell us: - Any food allergies, intolerances, or preferences - Any medical needs (medication and instructions must be given to a Fat Squirrel team leader) - Any extra needs your child has Drop off and pick up: - Drop off - 9.30pm - Pick up - 2.30pm Address Common Leys Farm Campus | Pitts Lane | Witney | OX29 9UU Google link https://maps.app.goo.gl/PDFUSrshtibn82LGA What 3 words https://w3w.co/title.supple.remainder Directions by car: From Witney - Take the Hailey Road out of Witney B4022 - Go past the BP station on your right - Follow road round to the right – past rugby club - Take the next right Sign posted to Common Leys Campus and Poffley End - Go through Pouffley End - Turn into the farm campus is on the left - Drop off is in the car park - Do not leave children unattended and do not leave the car park From Oxford / Hanborough / Banbury - From the A40 take the turning to Freeland (opposite Evenlode pub) - Follow signs to North Leigh - Take the first turning into North Leigh (opposite entrance to Estelle Manor) - Follow Park Road all the way through the village and out past the industrial estate - Take the next right turn to New Yatt - Drive through New Yatt - Turn right at the T junction - Turn into the farm campus is on the left - Drop off is in the car park - Do not leave children unattended and do not leave the car park By bus: - The X9 from Witney to Chipping Norton stops at the Rugby club which is just around the corner from the wood. What to wear: - Old clothes - Long trousers or leggings to protect from bites and stings - Sturdy trainers, walking boots or wellies - No sandals or flip flops please What to bring: - Water bottle - Warm jumper - Sun hat - Waterproof coat What to leave at home: - Phones (we cannot be responsible for lost phones and usage at camp is not allowed) - Snacks (we provide breakfast, fruit, snacks and dinner) What to expect: - Walk to the camp within Foxburrow wood - Breakfast / fruit - Fire lighting - Crafting - Games - Food preparation - Cooking lunch - Eating together around campfire - Washing up - Axe throwing - Walk back to car park for pick up About the space: - We are outdoors all day in a beautiful meadow with trees and dens for shade and rain cover - There is a clear boundary to the space but it is not secure - It is relatively flat but there are uneven areas, long grass. - There is a duck pond that is safely fenced off and a chicken coop - There is access to regular indoor toilet in the college building - Trees are not suitable for climbing, please stay on the ground Any queries or concerns please phone 07515 064399 or email hello@fatsquirreloutdoor.co.uk

Learning aims

Aim 1

Learning about food through campfire cooking

Aim 2

Creativity through craft & bushcraft

Aim 3

Resilience and confidence through free play

Consent

By signing up for this camp you have given us consent for under 18 child(ren) to take part in adventurous outdoor activities with Fat Squirrel Outdoor Co. including, but not exclusively, fire lighting, cooking on fires, axe throwing and den building.

Pricing information

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Where we'll be

Abingdon & Witney College: Common Leys Campus, Pitts Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 9UU

WHAT’S PROVIDED

Drinks

Snacks

Meals

Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Basic DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy

Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.

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