Camp Caldecotte Residential 2026
A five-day summer residential for 15-17 year olds.
Make new friends, try outdoor adventures, build life skills, enjoy a taste of independence and make memories that last.
Ready for a summer adventure? Camp Caldecotte gives 15–17 year olds five days to try new activities, make friends, build confidence and experience life away from home in a safe, supportive environment. It is a brilliant opportunity to develop independence, create lasting memories and complete your Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award residential.
Camp Caldecotte at a glance
Ages 15 – 17
Designed for older teens ready for more independence.
5 days / 4 nights
A full residential summer camp experience.
£399 per person
Includes activities, accommodation, food and supervision.
DofE Gold residential
Ideal for your Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award residential .
Milton Keynes
The Caldecotte Xperience, 366 Simpson Road, Milton Keynes, MK6 3AG.
2026 Dates
Wave 1
Monday 27th July – Friday 31st July 2026
Wave 2
Monday 17th August – Friday 21st August 2026
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
What will you do?
At Camp Caldecotte you’ll have a week packed with outdoor adventure activities, practical skills and team challenges. Activities may include:
- Paddleboarding
- Climbing
- Caving
- Bushcraft
- Practical first aid
- Team challenges
- Leadership activities
- Budgeting and independent living skills
- Cooking and working as part of a team
Action4Youth has been awarded the Youth Provision Safe Practice Mark.
Action4Youth is Ofsted Registered.
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Why come to Camp Caldecotte?
Adventure
Try exciting outdoor activities and new challenges.
New friends
Meet young people from different regions and backgrounds.
Confidence
Step outside your comfort zone and discover what you can do.
DofE Gold Residential
Ideal for your Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award residential.
Independence
Live away from home and build self-reliance.
Life skills
Build teamwork, leadership and practical skills for the future.
Whether you are excited, nervous or a bit of both, our team will support you to get involved, challenge yourself and enjoy the experience. If you have any questions please get in touch with the team campcaldecotte@action4youth.org or call 0300 003 2334.
For parents and carers
We know that sending your teenager on a residential can feel like a big step. Camp Caldecotte is delivered by Action4Youth at The Caldecotte Xperience, with young people supervised and supported by experienced staff throughout their stay.
Frequently asked questions
Camp Caldecotte is for young people aged 15 – 17.
Arrival is from 12pm midday on Monday, with departure at 10am on Friday.
Camp Caldecotte is ideal for young people completing the residential section of their Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award. During the week, participants stay away from home, meet new people, take part in shared activities and develop practical skills as part of a structured residential experience.
Action4Youth is a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Approved Activity Provider.
If you are not sure whether Camp Caldecotte is right for your DofE Gold residential, please contact us and we will be happy to help.
Camp Caldecotte costs £399 per person.
The price covers all activities, accommodation, food and supervision.
Yes. Camp Caldecotte is supervised by experienced Action4Youth staff.
All instructors hold enhanced DBS checks (including barred list) and relevant industry qualifications, with regular training in safety and safeguarding. They also have experience supporting a wide range of young people.
Action4Youth is Ofsted registered and has been awarded the Youth Provision Safe Practice Mark.
That is completely normal. Many young people feel nervous before a residential, especially if they are coming on their own. Our team will support them to settle in, get involved and build confidence during the week.
Email campcaldecotte@action4youth.org or call 0300 003 2334.
