We are thrilled to share with you our latest endeavor in shaping the future of volunteer experiences. At 1st Helmsley, we believe in the power of learning and growth. That’s why we’ve made significant investments in our volunteer leaders’ professional development.
Our aim is simple: to empower our volunteers with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive.
To ensure we deliver exceptional value, we’ve conducted extensive research on local costs for comparable activities in our area.
We’re proud to offer a customizable experience with a variety of session options. Every session includes skilled leaders, thorough risk assessments, and access to equipment. Join us for an enriching and safe learning journey.
Please Note: Availability for these courses will depend on the leaders available, so be sure to book your spots early.
Please note that if leaders need to travel, there may be an additional cost for petrol.
Archery
Experience the art of precision, control, and unwavering focus. Master the skills essential to hit your targets effectively.
For Beavers to Explorers
- Suitable for groups of up to 9 people per hour
- Suitable for both outdoor and indoor settings – we can come to you!
- Minimum booking duration: 1 hour
Pricing:
- £20 per hour for Beavers + mileage (if applicable).
- £30 per hour for Cubs, Scouts, and Explorers + mileage (if applicable).
For Outside Ryedale Scout Groups:
- £32 per hour + mileage (if applicable).
Embark on this thrilling journey of skill development and target hitting.
Air Rifles
NSRA Qualified Instructors
Enhance your marksmanship in a secure and supervised setting.
For Cubs to Explorers:
- Accommodates up to 9 participants per hour
- Suitable for both outdoor and indoor settings – we can come to you!
- Minimum booking duration: 1 hour
Pricing:
- £30 per hour + mileage (if applicable).
For Outside Ryedale Scout Groups:
- £32 per hour + mileage (if applicable).
Elevate your target shooting skills with confidence.
Tomahawk / Angles
Experience the thrill of precision and skill with our specially designed Throwing Tomahawks activity.
From Cubs to Explorers:
- Suitable for groups of up to 9 participants per hour
- Suitable for both outdoor and indoor settings – we can come to you!
- Minimum booking duration: 1 hour
Pricing:
- £30 per hour + mileage (if applicable).
For Outside Ryedale Scout Groups:
- £32 per hour + mileage (if applicable).
Join us for an unforgettable adventure in precision and accuracy.
We are also able to train leaders – please contact us for more info.
Bushcraft 1
Unleash your inner craftsmanship with the Wooden Mallet Workshop.
For Scouts to Explorers:
- Maximum of 10 participants per session
- Suitable for both outdoor and indoor settings – we can come to you!
- Minimum session duration: 1.5 hours
Pricing:
£30 per 1.5-hour session + mileage (if applicable).
For Outside Ryedale Scout Groups:
£32 per 1.5-hour session + mileage (if applicable).
Get ready to craft and create.
Bushcraft 2
Join us for an exciting outdoor adventure featuring Knife, Axe, and Saw Safety, Wood Chopping, Fire Lighting, and making the beloved S’mores
For Cubs to Explorers:
- Accommodating up to 10 participants per session
- Suitable for both outdoor and indoor settings – we can come to you!
- Minimum session duration: 2 hours
Pricing:
- £30 per 2-hour session + mileage (if applicable).
For Outside Ryedale Scout Groups:
- £32 per 2-hour session + mileage (if applicable).
Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Survival Skills
Embark on an exciting outdoor journey as you master Fire Lighting, and learn to prepare a rabbit or fish for cooking on the camp fire.
For Scouts to Explorers:
- Accommodating up to 15 participants per session
- Suitable for outdoor – we can come to you!
- Minimum session duration: 2 hours
Pricing:
- £40 per 2-hour session + mileage (if applicable)
For Outside Ryedale Scout Groups:
- £42 per 2-hour session + mileage (if applicable)
Get ready for a hands-on outdoor adventure.
Pizza Making
Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor session with a twist—make your own pizza in our traditional earth oven at our Greenfield site.
For Squirrels to Explorers:
- Tailored for All Sections:
- Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs – Roll and top their own pizzas, which will be cooked by our experienced leaders.
- Scouts and Explorers – Get hands-on! They’ll cook their own pizzas under the careful supervision of our team.
Pricing:
£5-£8 per child (depending on toppings / requirements)
For Outside Ryedale Scout Groups:
£8 – £10 per per child (depending on toppings / requirements)
Build skills, enjoy the outdoors, and tuck into a delicious pizza you made yourself!