Castle Howard

Escape to the Howardian Hills

Nestled beneath the Howardian hills, our Castle Howard estate is surrounded by beautiful landscapes and graced with 2,100 acres of private woodland, making it the perfect wilderness retreat.

Unleash the Wild Explorer in You

Set within the historic woodlands of North Yorkshire, Castle Howard offers a truly majestic setting for outdoor adventures. Kids will uncover nature's secrets among towering trees and take on bushcraft challenges in a camp steeped in character.

3 Day Explorer

Ages: 8-12

A perfect introduction to the wild, where campers learn bushcraft skills like fire lighting and shelter building, enjoy delicious meals including pizza and s'mores, and sleep in safari-style bell tents under the stars.

5 Day Explorer

Ages: 8-12

A deeper adventure into nature, with extended bushcraft challenges, team activities, and hearty campfire meals, all while camping in safari-style bell tents for a true wilderness experience.

3 Day Family Camp

Ages: 6+

A perfect outdoor escape for families to reconnect in nature, learn bushcraft skills like fire lighting and shelter building, and enjoy delicious meals, including pizza, pasta, and s'mores over the campfire.

Outdoor Activities at Camp Wilderness

Discover thrilling bushcraft experiences, survival skills, and outdoor adventures designed for children and families.

Fire Lighting

Learn to ignite fires using flint, steel, and traditional methods under expert supervision.

Shelter Building

Work with natural materials to construct strong, weatherproof shelters in the wild.

Wilderness Cookery

Prepare and cook meals over an open fire, mastering essential outdoor cooking techniques.

Natural Navigation

An exciting outdoor adventure navigating between check points on a map.

Archery

Practice precision and focus with our exciting archery sessions.

Axe Throwing

Experience the thrill of axe throwing in a safe and controlled environment.

What Our Adventurers Say

Our campers and families come away with memories that last a lifetime. But don't just take our word for it—see what they have to say about their time in the wild!

5.0

“My kids had an amazing time at Castle Howard—made friends, loved the leaders, and can’t wait to return next year!”

– Tommy

4.8

My son loved it! ... He made plans for the next visit the minute he stepped in and confirmed the plans after the week of camp.

– Nathlee W.

4.9

“Took my 6-year-old to family camp and she's still talking about it! She loved the fire-lighting, archery, and cooking – now she wants a fire every weekend!”

– Kelsie.

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