Fire and feast camp - Witney

NOW HOSTED AT COMMON LEYS CAMPUS, ABINGDON AND WITNEY COLLEGE.

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!

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
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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

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
- 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

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.