Build leadership skills, challenge yourself with new activities and have fun in the amazing Lake District!
Are you looking for a holiday where you can develop your leadership skills, build confidence and maybe even become a future holiday leader?
Basecamp is a leadership development experience with a difference.
You will work with the National Trust to maintain footpaths on some of the Lake District’s most famous walking routes, developing team working and practical skills.
Back on site, and after some well-deserved cake, you will be able to choose from a varied programme of talks, seminars and workshops designed to equip you for leadership in the workplace, at university and at church. Topics include leading a bible study, discovering your leadership style and giving a short talk; in the evenings we share in worship together and study God’s word.
Alongside all that you’ll have a chance to enjoy outdoor activities and adventures such as rock climbing, hill walking and gorge walking. You will also have a chance to complete a one day first aid course qualification.
The cost includes all accommodation and activities. The nearest rail station is Penrith and we are able to provide pick ups from there - please email us after making your booking to let us know this is something you will be needing.
To find out more please contact the holiday booking secretary.
Where Lake District - staying at the Carlisle Diocesan Youth Centre
When Monday 11th - Wednesday 20th August 2025
Years School years 11-13+
Cost £405 including a £60 deposit
Size 17 (Waiting list only)
Leader Stephen Finch
Deputy Leader Kristin Ritchie
Booking Secretary Jessica Smith
e basecamp@westrunton.org.uk
You can book here….
You will need PayPal or a Credit/Debit Card to complete your booking. You can choose to pay the full amount now or a deposit and pay the balance two months before the holiday.
Booking difficulties? - email info@westrunton.org.uk
Update May 2025: We are now full for Basecamp 2025. If you wish to be on our waiting list in case a space becomes available, please email basecamp@westrunton.org.uk
Reviews
Developed as a person
"I developed as a person, gaining leadership skills and establishing strong relationships”
— Young Person, 2024
Excellent experiences!
“Excellent experiences, builds character.”
— Parent, 2024
Incredible activities
“The activities were incredible, the leaders were very nice and the overall teachings were great”
— Young Person, 2024
