The recent  three day Bushcraft trip to Penshurst Place in the beautiful  Weald of Kent that returned this week was a huge success Mr Murray reports.

Year 7, 8 and 9 students  learned how to survive in the wild on the banks of the Medway 32 miles south of London.

They developed their leadership skills, decision making and practical thinking and each day they got to grips with life in the outdoors which was a unique way to learn and interact.

Outside the usual confines of the classroom, the boys blossomed and really took to the outdoor life  and learnt new skills as well as gaining a greater understanding of the British landscape.

They learned how to build fires, shelter building, camp craft, camouflage and concealment and fresh water swimming techniques  as well as an end of camp bushcraft tournament.

They were taken out of their comfort zone  and away from the distractions of city and school life and they were encouraged to be independent and work in a team when needed. By the end of the three days they left with a new sense  of self sufficiency and confidence.

Sounds wonderful!