Open Gold Expeditions

We run a programme of Open Gold Expeditions for individuals and small groups.

Joining a group and working with like-minded people is a great way to complete the DofE Gold Expedition Section.

In order to complete the Gold Expedition section you first need to complete a programme of training followed by sufficient practice expeditions to hone your skills.  Once you have completed all of your training you then need to plan and undertake a 4 day qualifying expedition.

Open Gold Training and Practice

Pre-expedition training, route planning and a 4 day practice expedition.

Dates

  • 31st May to 5th June - Brecon Beacons
  • 14th to 19th June - Cairngorms
  • 19th to 24th July - Brecon Beacons
  • 26th to 31st July - Brecon Beacons
  • 30th August to 4th September - Brecon Beacons

Open Gold Qualifying

Route planning, expedition preparation and a 4 day assessed expedition

Dates

  • 31st May to 5th June - Brecon Beacons
  • 19th to 24th July - Brecon Beacons
  • 9th to 14th August - Cairngorms
  • 16th to 21st August - Brecon Beacons
  • 23rd to 28th August - Brecon Beacons
  • 18th to 23rd October - Brecon Beacons

What we include

  • Pre-expedition information pack with lots of helpful advice, kit lists etc.
  • Bunkhouse accommodation for the first 2 nights.
  • Camping fees for the other nights.
  • Free use of group kit.
  • Supervision from experienced and helpful instructors.
  • Accredited Assessors for the qualifying expedition.

Group Kit

We provide the following essential group kit free of charge:

  • Tents
  • Stoves, pans and fuel
  • Group shelters
  • Group first aid kits
  • Maps

Cost

£260 per person per expedition.  A deposit of £80 is due when you book; the remaining balance of £180 is due 28 days before your expedition.  

How to Apply 

For an application pack click here: Open Gold Application.pdf  

More information

For a copy of our brochure click here Open Gold Brochure.pdf or Contact us if you would like more information.