Outlet

Outlet We also provide Forest School Leader & other outdoor training 🌳 OutLET provides a safe and engaging environment that revolutionizes the learning experience.

OutLET supports wellbeing and growth through outdoor experiences for children & young people, families & communities, empowering them with programmes that build confidence and resilience. This has a particular impact on those who have had chaotic and traumatic life experiences and as a result struggle to build healthy relationships, meet attainment targets and go to school regularly. For ALL the y

oung people who attend, OutLET is a safe, fun space where they know they belong


We are a Forest School Association Recognised Forest School Provider and a Therapeutic Forest Approved Practitioner. We offer:
SOARing Outdoors - specialised support
Forest School Programmes (including Therapeutic Forest School)
Forest School Training for Practitioners


We work with Local Authorities and communities, delivering a range of Forest School and Training Programmes. OutLET is the trading name for OutLET: Play Resource which is a Company Limited by Guarantee with Charitable Status
Company Number - SC536545
Scottish Registered Charity - SC050411

Guess what? Someone has just given us funding to help ADULTS have more fun.And we think that's amazing You hear us talki...
19/06/2026

Guess what? Someone has just given us funding to help ADULTS have more fun.

And we think that's amazing

You hear us talking lots about wellbeing, connection, nature, curiosity and play. Why should those things stop when we grow up?

Life can become very serious as we become adults. Somewhere along the way, many people lose opportunities to simply spend time outdoors, try something new, connect with others and have fun.

That's why we're delighted to have been awarded funding from the Rowntree's Free the Fund Community Grant Programme.

This will let us create free opportunities for adults to support their wellbeing through reconnecting with nature, community, curiosity and play, with a summer programme of outdoor experiences designed around one simple idea:

Fun matters.

Because it helps us connect, recharge, build relationships, create memories and remember parts of ourselves that can sometimes get lost in the chaos of everyday life.

Keep an eye on our page for more info, but for now we'd like to say a huge thank you to Rowntree’s and Groundwork for recognising the value of bringing people together outdoors and investing in community wellbeing in such a joyful way.

Watch this space! 👀

We spend a lot of time encouraging children and young people to spend less time on screens and more time outdoors.So it ...
18/06/2026

We spend a lot of time encouraging children and young people to spend less time on screens and more time outdoors.

So it may come as a surprise when we say we've been thinking about the UK government announcement about social media this week, and we're not convinced that a blanket ban is the answer.

That's not because we don't recognise the harms. We absolutely do. We see the impact first-hand every day. Social media platforms are deliberately designed to capture attention, encourage endless scrolling and keep users engaged for as long as possible. The impact this can have on children's wellbeing, mental health and self-esteem is a legitimate concern.

But when we talk about banning social media for young people, we also need to ask a difficult question:

Who is responsible for the harm?

Too often, the conversation focuses on children, young people and parents. Less often do we talk about the responsibility of the technology companies that designed these platforms, built the algorithms and profit from the attention of their users. A blanket ban risks shifting the focus away from the need for meaningful accountability from 'big tech'.

At the same time, banning social media doesn't address why so many young people turn to it in the first place.

For some, it's entertainment. For others, it's friendship, identity, belonging and support. For young people who feel isolated, marginalised or disconnected in their offline lives, social media can be a vital lifeline.

We also need to acknowledge what many children and young people have lost over recent decades...

Less freedom to roam. Fewer places to gather. Fewer opportunities for unstructured play. More pressure. More supervision. More time indoors. In so many communities, the spaces where previous generations built friendships, independence and a sense of belonging have gradually disappeared.

So if we're asking young people to spend less time online, we need to be asking some equally important questions:

What are we creating for them offline? Where are the places they can belong? Where can they feel connected?

Because taking something away without addressing what got us here in the first place isn't going to solve the problem.

We need greater accountability from technology companies. We need meaningful investment in spaces, opportunities and communities for young people. And we need to stop treating children and young people as if they alone are responsible for navigating systems and technologies that were never designed with their wellbeing as the primary goal.

That's the conversation we'd like those in power to be having.

What do you think?

You don't need to know how to light a campfire.You don't need to know what a slackline is.You don't need to be an expert...
17/06/2026

You don't need to know how to light a campfire.

You don't need to know what a slackline is.

You don't need to be an expert in knots.

We're looking for trustees, not Forest School Leaders.

What we're really looking for are people who care about creating opportunities for children and young people, who believe communities matter, and who want to use their skills to help a growing charity thrive.

Because while our team are busy delivering outdoor learning, play and wellbeing programmes, we need people behind the scenes helping to guide the organisation, support good decision-making and shape our future.

Basically, we're looking for people who can help us make sure the outdoor learning experts can get on with what they do best.

As we continue to grow, we're looking to strengthen our Board of Trustees with people from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

You don't need previous experience of outdoor learning. You don't need previous trustee experience.

If you bring curiosity, commitment and a desire to make a positive difference, we'd love to chat with you. Get in touch to find out what's involved: [email protected] or DM us.

Please share to help widen our reach, or pass on to anyone who might be interested.

Grown-ups - a question...When did you last do something for no reason other than enjoyment?Not to improve yourself. Not ...
16/06/2026

Grown-ups - a question...

When did you last do something for no reason other than enjoyment?

Not to improve yourself. Not to be productive. Not to tick something off a list. But just because it felt good.

When did you last PLAY?

As children, we're experts at this. We climb, explore, imagine, create, get muddy, laugh and lose track of time.

As adults, life tends to become a little more serious.

This summer, we're exploring what happens when adults are given permission to slow down, spend time outdoors, reconnect with nature, be creative and play for no reason other than to have fun.

If you've been feeling the pull to spend a little more time outside and a little less time on your to-do list, keep an eye on this space.

Something fun is coming 👀

At OutLET, we support wellbeing, connection and learning through nature.Our work sits at the intersection of outdoor lea...
15/06/2026

At OutLET, we support wellbeing, connection and learning through nature.

Our work sits at the intersection of outdoor learning, play and wellbeing - and increasingly, businesses are recognising the value this brings to their teams, their culture, and their wider social impact.

For some organisations, that looks like Wild Wellness-style sessions: nature-based experiences that support staff wellbeing, resilience, creativity and connection away from the pressures of the workplace.

For others, it’s about something broader - partnering with us to support community impact through fundraising, volunteering opportunities, or collaborative projects that give back in meaningful, hands-on ways.

Whether it’s a team wellbeing experience in nature or a longer-term partnership that supports children, young people and families in the community, there are many ways to work together to make a difference.

We believe businesses can play a powerful role in creating healthier, more connected communities - not just internally, but beyond the workplace too.

If you’re a business or organisation interested in exploring wellbeing sessions, partnership work or volunteering opportunities, we’d love to start a conversation.

📩 Get in touch: [email protected] or DM us

Reminder: Children often remember how weekends felt more than what was planned.Connection over perfection every time 💚
13/06/2026

Reminder: Children often remember how weekends felt more than what was planned.

Connection over perfection every time 💚

Our friends at Grow 73 have a brilliant family event happening today! Buzz along to support them if you can! 🐝
13/06/2026

Our friends at Grow 73 have a brilliant family event happening today! Buzz along to support them if you can! 🐝

At first glance, a slackline can look like just a fun balancing activity. But there is so much more happening 🤩 Every wo...
12/06/2026

At first glance, a slackline can look like just a fun balancing activity. But there is so much more happening 🤩

Every wobble, fall and determined retry is supporting important physical, emotional and social development.

Slacklines help the development of:
✨ Balance and coordination
✨ Core strength and body awareness
✨ Concentration and problem-solving skills
✨ Confidence and resilience
✨ Risk assessment and decision-making

And one of our absolute favourite things to see is the teamwork that naturally emerges around it.

Children cheer each other on, hold hands, offer encouragement, problem-solve together and celebrate one another’s successes - whether that’s taking one wee step or making it all the way across.

It's also amazing to watch the sense of achievement that comes from trying something challenging, falling off, trying again and eventually realising: 'I can do this.'

These are the moments where confidence grows.

Play-based outdoor experiences like this help children learn not just about movement and physical skills, but about perseverance, courage, connection and belief in themselves.

And all of that can start with something as basic as a line between two trees.

🌿 International Day of Play 2026 🌿This year's theme is "Protect Play, Protect Childhood." It's a simple message, but a r...
11/06/2026

🌿 International Day of Play 2026 🌿

This year's theme is "Protect Play, Protect Childhood." It's a simple message, but a really important one.

Because play is not a luxury.
It's not a reward.
It's not something children do once the "real learning" is finished.

Play IS how children learn.

It's how they build friendships, solve problems, develop confidence, understand emotions, explore their creativity and make sense of the world around them.

But opportunities for free, child-led play are under increasing pressure.

Children today have less freedom to roam, fewer places to play, more structured schedules and less time for the kind of spontaneous adventures that have always been an important part of childhood.

We also need to remember that for many children around the world, play is not something they can take for granted. For some, circumstances such as conflict, displacement or poverty mean fewer opportunities to enjoy the simple freedom of play. That makes protecting and valuing play for every child even more important.

We see every day what happens when children are given time, space and permission to play.

We see confidence growing on a slackline; problem-solving emerging through den building; friendships forming around a campfire; resilience developing through managed risk; wonder sparked by a beetle, a puddle or a climbing tree.

These moments look simple. But they are helping children build the skills, relationships and sense of self that will stay with them for life.

Protecting play means protecting childhood.

It means creating communities, schools, services and spaces that recognise play as a fundamental part of healthy development and wellbeing.

It means trusting children with time to explore, imagine, create, take risks and simply be children.

Today and every day, we celebrate the power of play - and we stand up for every child's right to the time, space and opportunity to experience it.

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Hamilton, Business Centre, 194 Quarry Street, Hamilton
Lanark
ML36QR

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+441698209934

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