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Residential, Activity & Training Centre owned by Girlguiding Ulster

26/10/2026

Could you put your outdoor survival skills to the test? 🔥🌳

Bushcraft at Lorne is all about getting hands-on, learning new skills and discovering what you can do with a little know-how and teamwork.

From getting to grips with survival skills to learning more about the natural world around you, it’s a chance to swap screens and everyday routines for fresh air, muddy boots and a completely different kind of challenge.

Perfect for school trips, youth groups, friends and team days – and you might just head home with a

Lorne Estate Outdoor Adventure Centre, Holywood
Pre-booked groups of 10+

Discover Bushcraft at Lorne 👉 https://discoverlorne.org.uk/activities/bushcraft-2

23/10/2026

Join the team at Lorne Estate Outdoor Adventure Centre!

Do you love the outdoors and enjoy working with children and young people? We’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable and team-focused people to join us as Multi Activity Instructors at Lorne Estate in Holywood.

You’ll help deliver a range of exciting outdoor activities, including climbing, archery, high ropes and bushcraft, helping young people build confidence, develop new skills and create lasting memories.

You’ll also play an important part in making sure our activities are safe, enjoyable and well organised, while supporting the wider team with the day-to-day running of the centre.

No previous outdoor instructor qualifications are essential, as we’ll provide the training you need to get started. Experience working with children and young people is essential, along with good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

This is a casual role, with the possibility of a longer-term contract in 2027.

Closing date: Sunday 8 November 2026.

https://discoverlorne.org.uk/__home__/work-with-us

16/10/2026

🎃 They’ve only just settled back into school… and suddenly Halloween half term is creeping up! 👻

If you’re wondering how to keep them busy during the break, there’s still time to book our Halloween Adventure Club at Lorne Estate! 🍂

We’ve three days of outdoor adventures, creative activities and team challenges planned for 7–14 year olds - a chance to make friends, try something new and come home with plenty of stories to tell!

🧗 Activities may include climbing, archery and bushcraft
🎨 Autumn crafts, STEM challenges and outdoor exploration
👻 Halloween fun, including optional fancy dress on Thursday!

📅 27–29 October
⏰ 8.45am–4pm
🎟️ £37.50 per day or £105 for all three days

Choose the days that suit your family and get half term sorted! 🙌

Book now 👉 https://discoverlorne.org.uk/holidayclubs

08/10/2026

🎃 Give them something to talk about this Halloween half term!

Fresh air, new friends and adventures that beat another day on the sofa/ipad 🍂

Our Halloween Adventure Club at Lorne Estate gives 7–14-year-olds the chance to try something new, get creative and enjoy a day packed with outdoor fun.

🧗 Activities may include climbing, abseiling and archery
🔥 Bushcraft and outdoor survival skills
🧪 STEM challenges and autumn crafts
👻 Plus some Halloween fun along the way!

Whether they come with a friend or ready to meet some new ones, there’s plenty to get stuck into.

📅 27–29 October
🎟️ Book a day (or all three!) that suits your family.

Make their half term an adventure 👇
https://discoverlorne.org.uk/holidayclubs

05/10/2026

🎃 Half term plans? Send them on an autumn adventure at Lorne Estate!

Our Halloween Adventure Club is back from 27–29 October**, with three days of outdoor fun, creativity and challenges for 7–14 year olds. 🍂

With a different mix of activities each day, children can try something new, make friends and burn off some energy in our beautiful grounds!

Activities may include:

🧗 Climbing, abseiling and archery
🔥 Bushcraft and outdoor survival skills
🧪 STEM challenges and experiments
🎨 Autumn and nature crafts
🧭 Outdoor exploration and team challenges
🪂 Parachute games and adventure playground fun
🍬 A visit to the tuck shop!

Plus some spook-tacular Halloween fun, with **optional fancy dress on Thursday! 👻

Our experienced, highly qualified instructors will be on hand to keep everyone supported, involved and having fun.

📅 27–29 October 2026
👧👦 Ages 7–14
🎟️ £37.50 per day or £105 for all three days
⏰ Early drop-off available from 8.45am

🍁 Choose individual days or join us for all three!

Book your Halloween adventure 👉
https://discoverlorne.org.uk/holidayclubs

23/09/2026

Belvoir & Milltown Community Hub Older and Active, we had as much fun as you did! We loved your enthusiasm and the chat! Zipline next time?!

22/09/2026

Come and join the Lorne Estate Outdoor Adventure Centre team!

We have two opportunities available in Holywood, working as part of the team that helps make brilliant outdoor experiences happen.

We’re looking for:
⭐ Activities Supervisor & Operations Assistant – full-time maternity cover
⭐Activities Supervisor – part-time, 20 hours per week

From supporting outdoor activities and working with groups to helping keep the centre running smoothly, these are hands-on roles in a busy and varied outdoor environment.

If you enjoy working with people, being outdoors and no two days being quite the same, we’d love to hear from you!

Full details, including job descriptions and how to apply, are available on our website:

https://discoverlorne.org.uk/__home__/work-with-us

17/09/2026

🎃 Halloween Adventure Club | 27 – 29 October 2026 | 7 - 14 year olds

Fall into a half term full of adventure! 🍂

Looking for something fun, active and exciting to keep the kids entertained this Halloween half term?

Our Halloween Adventure Club is packed with adventure, challenges, creativity, and outdoor fun. With a different mix of activities each day, there’s always something to get excited about - and plenty of chances to have a fang-tastic time! 👻

🍂 Get ready for an adventure

Across the week, we’ll have a frightfully good mix of activities, challenges and adventures, which may include:

🧗 Climbing, abseiling, archery and more
🔥 Bushcraft and outdoor survival skills
🧪 STEM challenges and experiments
🎨 Autumn and nature crafts
🧭 Outdoor exploration
🤝 Team challenges and problem-solving games
🪂 Parachute games and big group activities
🛝 Adventure playground
🍬 Tuck shop treats

And, of course, there’ll be some spook-tacular Halloween fun along the way, including optional fancy dress on Thursday! 🎃

Our experienced, highly qualified and enthusiastic instructors know how to make half term fun, active and memorable, while creating a safe and welcoming environment for every child.

🎃 Pick your spell…we mean, days!

Individual days – £37.50 per day
3 days – £105

Early drop-off available from 8.45am

🍁 Three days of autumn adventure. Zero chance of being bored.

For more info and booking visit https://lorne.cinolla.com/category/holiday-schemes-

08/09/2026

Was so good to have you Young Carers Northern Ireland! We're delighted you had such a good time with us!

28/07/2026

☀️ Summer isn't over just yet! 🎉

You asked... we listened! 👀

Due to popular demand, we've added ANOTHER WEEK of Summer Adventure Club!

📅 24–28 August is now available to book (single days available). Perfect if you just need to squeeze in one last day of adventure before the school uniforms come back out!

Think ziplining, climbing, games, woodland adventures, friends and LOTS of fun. 🌳🏹🧗

Available to book now at https://discoverlorne.org.uk/holidayclubs

Address

30 Station Road
Holywood
BT180BP

Telephone

+442890425212

Website

http://www.discoverlorne.org.uk/

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