THE DUKE of EDINBURGH'S AWARD EXPEDITIONS (DofE)

Action4Youth are Approved Activity Providers and offer planning, training and expeditions at all 3 award levels for 14-24 year olds.

Your DofE expedition, your adventure

Open expeditions are DofE expeditions made available to all DofE participants, so if you’ve signed up for DofE online or with your school or another group, you can book your expedition below at the appropriate level.

Successfully completing a DofE programme involves planning, training and finishing your DofE expedition. As Approved Activity Providers, Action4Youth can help with all the essential planning, required training and fulfilment of expeditions at all 3 award levels for 14-24 year olds.

Bronze and Silver are run locally in the Aylesbury and Chilterns area and Gold expeditions are done in rugged country – such as Snowdonia, Brecons, The Dales and The Lake District. We have a team of highly qualified instructors and assessors. Remember, your DofE expedition is always your adventure.

Action4Youth can provide FREE expedition places for participants who may not otherwise be able to take part in the award, ensuring that ALL young people can take full advantage of the benefits, fun and rewarding experience of the DofE Award.

To find out more about free expedition places – call 0300 003 0998 or email DofE@action4youth.org

2025 Bronze Expedition Programme Dates

PACKAGE ACTIVITY DATE TOTAL COST REGISTER
BRONZE EXPEDITION FOR WADDESDON SCHOOL PUPILS Training/Practice - Milton Keynes 29 - 30 March 2025 - Register Here
Qualifier - Chilterns 17 - 18 May 2025
BRONZE EXPEDITION FOR WEBBER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL PUPILS Training/Practice - Milton Keynes 29 - 30 March 2025 - Register Here
Qualifier - Chilterns 17 - 18 May 2025
BRONZE OPEN 1 Training/Practice - Milton Keynes 12 - 13 April 2025 £175 Register Here
Qualifier - Chilterns 24 - 25 May 2025
BRONZE OPEN 2 Training/Practice - Milton Keynes 21 - 22 June 2025 £175 Register Here
Qualifier - Chilterns 12 - 13 July 2025
BRONZE OPEN 3 Training/Practice - Milton Keynes 2 - 3 August 2025 £175 Register Here
Qualifier - Chilterns 25 - 26 August 2025

2025 Silver Expedition Programme Dates

PACKAGE ACTIVITY DATE TOTAL COST REGISTER
SILVER OPEN 1 Training & Practice - Milton Keynes 22 - 24 April 2025 £270 Register Here
Qualifier - Chilterns 23 - 25 July 2025
SILVER OPEN 2 Training & Practice - Milton Keynes 4 - 6 August 2025 £270 Register Here
Qualifier - Chilterns 23 - 25 August 2025
SILVER OPEN 1 EXPEDITION ONLY Training/Practice - Milton Keynes 22 - 24 April 2025 £140 Register Here
SILVER OPEN 1 EXPEDITION ONLY Qualifier - Chilterns 23 - 25 July 2025 £140 Register Here
SILVER OPEN 2 EXPEDITION ONLY Training/Practice - Milton Keynes 4 - 6 August 2025 £140 Register Here
SILVER OPEN 2 EXPEDITION ONLY Qualifier - Chilterns 23 - 25 August 2025 £140 Register Here

2025 Gold Expedition Programme Dates

PACKAGE ACTIVITY DATE TOTAL COST REGISTER
GOLD OPEN 1 TRAINING Training - Peak District 7 - 10 April 2025 £240 Register Here
GOLD OPEN 1 QUALIFIER Qualifier - Snowdonia 28 - 31 July 2025 £240 Register Here
GOLD OPEN 2 TRAINING Training - Peak District 25 - 28 August 2025 £240 Register Here
GOLD OPEN 2 QUALIFIER Qualifier - Brecon Beacons 27 - 30 October 2025 £240 Register Here

More dates announced soon.

Bronze, Silver & Gold DofE Expeditions

Qualifying expeditions leading to successfully completing a DofE Bronze, Silver or Gold Award

What’s included in our DofE expedition packages?

All of our packages are fully inclusive and have no additional costs.

Available downloads

The DofE Expedition Kit List is your essential checklist when preparing the kit you need for your DofE expedition. All DofE Recommended Kit is tried and tested, so you know it’s fit for expedition.

DofE expeditions challenge

Why do The Duke of Edinburgh's Award?

The DofE is all about going the extra mile – gaining new skills, pushing yourself physically, helping others and exploring new territories.

The Duke of Edinburgh programme gives young people aged 14-24, the opportunity to develop themselves in scenarios they would not normally experience. The fun but challenging expeditions take young people out of their comfort zones, whilst building confidence, teamwork, life skills and friendships.

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Action4Youth’s DofE expedition packages are fully inclusive, covering training, practice walks (for Bronze), actual expeditions, campsite fees, maps, compasses, and full support from qualified leaders. There are no additional costs, and all necessary kits and equipment advice are also provided.
Yes, Action4Youth provides free expedition places to ensure that all young people, regardless of their financial situation, can participate in the DofE Award. This inclusivity allows every eligible young person the opportunity to experience the benefits and adventures of the DofE expeditions.
Action4Youth supports participants throughout their DofE expedition with a team of highly qualified instructors and assessors. They provide continuous advice and support, ensuring that every participant feels prepared and confident to tackle the challenges of the expedition and fully enjoy their adventure.
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