Another week of the summer has passed by and the weather has remained good allowing all our visitors to enjoy the full benefits of the Avon Tyrrell 65 acres of grounds and facilities.  This week we have enjoyed the company of, Barnhem, South Batersley, Parayhouse, Pokesdown and Freemantle Schools, who have been staying in either our Main House, Lodges or camping.

Last weekend we were privileged to host the UK Youth Voice conference a youth led organisation within UK Youth that is dedicated to giving 16-25 year olds a voice. The Annual Conference is exclusively for young people and it was an opportunity for young people throughout the UK to come together, meet new people and discuss the issues relevant to their lives and futures. There were workshops promoting participation and getting the voices of young people heard. The Conference gave a platform to young people to express their views and formulate their opinions it also enables participants to make changes to their lives and communities.

Also last weekend was the annual British Pedal Car Grand Prix around Ringwood with teams of up to four drivers per car whizzed around the 1km circuit of This thrilling race which consisted of 2 hours of racing with 52 teams racing.  We are proud to say that the grils team that won comprised of two of our staff Stephanie Mills and Suzanne Haynes, so very well done to you from all of us at Avon Tyrrell UK Youth.

And finally this week we had a senior management team from Ethicon Endo-Surgery volunteer their services to help with a project to improve our grounds and facilities particularly for the young people who use Avon Tyrrell.  The team worked very hard clearing a new location for a second bushcraft area and building a fire-pit area so a fire can be lit safely.  The eam worked very well together and completed the task a little earlier than anticipated which allowed hem to enjoy 2 adventure activities, archery and low ropes as a thank you before leaving us and heading home.  Great job done and much appreciated by us all here at Avon Tyrrell UK Youth.

    

To find out more about Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre and the many varied opportunities we offer please contact us on Tel; 01425 672347 or email info@ukyouth.org or view our website www.avontyrrell.org.uk

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