ACTIVITY A-Z
There’s something for everyone at Blackland Farm. From climbing, abseiling, high ropes and archery to watersports, bushcraft, team challenges and everything in between, our activities cater for all ages, abilities and experience levels. Our experienced instructors know how to get the best out of every group, with creative adaptations and flexible approaches to help make activities accessible for additional needs of all kinds. And if you’re looking for something beyond our 127-acre Sussex site, we can also deliver a wide range of outdoor activities and experiences at locations across the UK.
Aeroball
Aeroball is a fast-paced, high-energy game combining elements of volleyball, basketball and trampolining.
Bounce, jump and battle it out as you try to score against your opponents.
Perfect for groups, it’s fun, competitive and guaranteed to get everyone moving!
Self Led Activity for 4+ years
Abseilling
We have two dedicated artificial abseiling towers onsite, offering a fantastic introduction to the thrill of descent. For something a little different, we also regularly head offsite to natural crags and cliffs, and occasionally even castles, giving groups the chance to abseil in some truly memorable locations.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Archery
Our archery sessions combine expert instruction with plenty of friendly competition, making them suitable for complete beginners through to more experienced archers. With a range of games and challenges, our instructors can adapt sessions to suit different ages, abilities and group needs.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Axe Throwing
Axe throwing is a brilliant combination of skill, focus and friendly competition, with our experienced instructors showing you the ropes before the challenges begin- it’s a fun way to try something a little different and see who can land the perfect throw.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years
Bouldering
Get climbing without the ropes on our artificial bouldering wall at Blackland Farm- it’s a great way to build confidence, balance, strength and problem-solving skills. We also make the most of the great outdoors, with plenty of opportunities to take bouldering offsite and explore different natural locations.
Self Led Activity for 4+ years (Sussex Centre), Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years (Offsite)
Bungee Trampolines
Bounce higher, flip further and have fun defying gravity on our bungee trampolines! Perfect for energetic groups, this high-flying activity combines the fun of trampolining with the added excitement of being safely harnessed and supported to go even higher!
Instructor Led Activity for 4+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Bushcraft
Get back to basics with bushcraft at Blackland Farm. Learn practical outdoor skills such as fire lighting, shelter building and working together to make the most of what’s around you. Our sessions are hands-on and engaging, giving everyone the chance to get stuck in, learn something new and enjoy the outdoors.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Canoeing
We offer canoeing in our private area of the nearby reservoir, making it a great place to learn the basics, build confidence and have fun on the water. For those looking for a bigger adventure, we can also arrange canoe journeys and expeditions across the South, exploring rivers, canals and waterways further afield.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Campfire
There’s nothing quite like gathering around a campfire! Whether you’re toasting marshmallows, cooking outdoors, sharing stories or simply enjoying some time together, a campfire is a great way to finish a day of adventure. Our team can help make it a memorable experience, with options to suit different groups.
Self Led or Instructor Led Activity for all ages
Climbing
Blackland Farm has both indoor and outdoor artificial climbing walls onsite, with routes to suit a range of ages and abilities. For those looking to venture further afield, we also use climbing locations across the UK, from the iconic Southern Sandstone of Sussex to gritstone crags and other natural venues nationwide.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Crate Stacking (Roped Activity)
Crate Stack is a brilliant team challenge that combines balance, communication and a healthy dose of bravery. Working together, you’ll build a tower of crates beneath your feet while seeing just how high you can safely climb - with plenty of laughs along the way!
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Discovery Walk
Slow things down and discover what’s around you on a guided walk through Blackland Farm. Explore the woods, fields and hidden corners of the site while learning about local wildlife, nature and the environment. A great way to explore the outdoors at your own pace.
Instructor Led Activity for 4+ years
Expedition Training
Get ready for your next adventure with practical expedition training . Learn the essential skills you need to plan, prepare and safely navigate an expedition, from map reading and navigation to route planning, kit and campcraft. Ideal for DofE and other expedition programmes.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years
Gladiator Challenge (Roped Activity)
Take on the Gladiator Challenge - a high roped activity combining the teamwork of Jacob’s Ladder with a series of obstacles to negotiate between the rungs. Work your way upwards, balancing, climbing and problem-solving as the course gets higher and the challenge increases.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Gorge walking (North Wales Only)
Get wet, scramble, climb and explore with gorge walking! This adventurous activity takes you into natural waterways, navigating rocks, pools and waterfalls as you make your way through the gorge at fantastic locations beyond Blackland Farm.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Hiking (Offsite)
Lace up your boots and explore some of the UK's best landscapes on foot. Our hiking experiences can take you well beyond Blackland Farm, with routes and adventures across the country, from local Sussex countryside to national parks, coastlines, hills and mountains.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years
Indy Bridge (Roped Activity)
Channel your inner Indiana Jones on the Indy Bridge! This high ropes challenge involves making your way across suspended bridges high above the ground, testing balance, confidence and determination as you work your way from one side to the other.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Jacob's Ladder (Roped Activity)
Climb higher together on Jacob’s Ladder! This high ropes challenge sees you and your team work your way up a series of increasingly challenging wooden rungs, with each level testing your balance, strength, communication and confidence.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Kayaking
Get out on the water and explore by sit-on-top kayak! Stable, accessible and easy to get to grips with, these kayaks are a great way for beginners and groups of all abilities to enjoy being on the water. Sessions take place in the sheltered bay at Weir Wood Reservoir.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Leap of Faith (Roped Activity)
This high ropes challenge puts you high above the ground before asking you to make the ultimate jump towards a suspended target. It’s a brilliant test of courage, confidence and determination, with our instructors there to encourage you every step of the way.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Low Ropes
Work together, think creatively and navigate a series of low-level challenges designed to test balance, communication and teamwork. Low Ropes is a great introduction to ropes activities, with plenty of opportunities for problem-solving and group cooperation without the height of our high ropes courses.
Instructor Led Activity for 4+ years
Mega SUP
Get the whole group on board with Mega SUP! Paddle together on a giant stand-up paddleboard, working as a team to steer, balance and stay afloat. It’s great fun on the water and a brilliant way to build communication and teamwork — although staying dry is never guaranteed!
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Mountaineering (Offsite)
Take your adventure into the mountains with mountaineering experiences across the UK. Learn to move safely through challenging terrain, developing skills in navigation, scrambling, ropework and mountaincraft along the way. From introductory mountain days to more demanding adventures.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Navigation Skills
Learn to find your way with confidence, wherever your adventure takes you. Our navigation sessions cover practical skills including map reading, compass work, route planning and navigating across varied terrain. From beginners learning the basics to more advanced expedition preparation.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years
Nightline
Follow a course without relying on your sight, using touch, sound, communication and teamwork to find your way through a series of challenges. These activities are brilliant for building trust, confidence and cooperation, and can be adapted to suit a wide range of ages, abilities and additional needs.
Instructor Led Activity for 4+ years
Orienteering
Explore Blackland Farm from a different perspective with orienteering around our extensive site. Using a map and your navigation skills, find your way between checkpoints and complete the course at your own pace using iniative and deveoping independence.
Self Led or Instructor Led Activity for 4+ years
Paddleboarding
Get out on the water and discover the fun of stand-up paddleboarding! Learn the basics, build your confidence and explore the sheltered waters of Weir Wood Reservoir, or head further afield to discover new waterways and locations.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Raft Building
Can you build a raft that actually floats? Work together to design and construct your own improvised raft using a selection of materials, before putting your creation to the ultimate test on the water. It’s a brilliant combination of creativity, teamwork and problem-solving, with plenty of opportunity for a spectacular launch!
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Rafted Canoes
Work together to paddle, steer and explore in rafted canoes on Weir Wood Reservoir. Combining several canoes into one larger craft creates a brilliant group challenge where communication, coordination and teamwork are key. It’s great fun on the water!
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years / Please note that this activity runs April - October only.
Scrambling
At Stone Farm Rocks, scrambling combines walking with rock climbing, taking you over rocky terrain, steep slopes and natural obstacles, using your hands as well as your feet. It’s a great way to experience the excitement of moving over natural rock while developing confidence, balance and route-finding skills.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years
Shelter Build
Could you survive the elements? Work together to design and build your own shelter using natural materials. Shelter building is a hands-on outdoor challenge that encourages teamwork, creativity and problem-solving... then you get to find out just how weatherproof your creation really is!
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Shooting [Coming Soon]
Take aim and test your accuracy with clay shooting. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you’ll learn the basics of safe handling, aiming and shooting before taking on a series of targets. It’s a great opportunity to combine concentration, coordination and a little friendly competition.
Instructor Led Activity for 16+ years
Team Building Challenges
Put your teamwork to the test with a range of fun and engaging team building challenges. From communication and problem-solving tasks to physical and practical challenges, groups will need to work together, think creatively and make the most of everyone’s strengths.
Instructor Led Activity for 4+ years
Traditional Games
Sometimes the simplest games are the most fun! Our traditional games bring people together for a mix of classic outdoor challenges, from cornhole and Molkky to old-school favourites that need little more than some space and a sense of fun.
Self Led Activity for 4+ years
Traverse (Fixed Rope) - (North Wales Only)
Take on the stunning Ogwen Traverse in the heart of North Wales. This adventurous rock route combines scrambling, traversing and protected sections, with participants secured to ropes rather than the fixed wire system used on a traditional via ferrata.
Instructor Led Activity for 10+ years
Tunnels
Get ready to crawl, squeeze and explore! Our artificial tunnels create a fun underground-style adventure, challenging groups to navigate their way through a series of twists, turns and obstacles. A great activity for building confidence, communication and problem-solving skills, with plenty of opportunities for teamwork.
Self Led Activity for 4+ years
Sucker Archery
Think you’ve got what it takes to hit the target? Sucker Archery puts a fun twist on traditional archery, using soft-tipped arrows for a super light, super safe experience, with a mix of targets and challenges. It’s easy to get involved, and great for younger groups.
Self Led Activity for 4+ years
Wide Games
Get everyone moving with our wide games - large-scale outdoor games designed to get groups running, thinking and working together. From classic team games and challenges to creative variations using the Blackland Farm site, there’s plenty of opportunity for strategy, competition and plenty of laughs.
Instructor Led Activity for 4+ years
Zip Wire
Fly through the air on our zip wire! Once you’re safely harnessed up, climb the tree and then it’s time to step off the platform and enjoy the thrill of whizzing through the air. A brilliant introduction to adventure activities.
Instructor Led Activity for 6+ years
Book Your Blackland Adventure Today
Ready to embrace the thrill? Contact us today and elevate your outdoor experience. Whether it’s a family weekend, a corporate retreat, or an escapade with friends, make Blackland Farm the backdrop for your next unforgettable adventure!