Grangewaters | Grangewaters outdoor centre

Grangewaters is a year-round outdoor education centre set in Thurrock's countryside. Covering more than 70 acres, we have natural woodland, open grassland, 2 lakes, activity areas and accommodation.

Activities

We offer the following activities:

abseiling
archery
bushcraft
campcraft
canoeing
canoe rafting
cave ladder climbing
climbing
dinghy sailing
Duke of Edinburgh's Award training
Duke of Edinburgh's Award expeditions
expedition training
first aid training
funboards

high ropes - 4 different activities
kayaking
longboat sailing
mountain biking
navigation
open water swimming
orienteering
pioneering
powerboat driving
raft building
stand-up paddleboarding
team building
woodland management
zip line - over 200m

Easy access

We try to make sure that all our activity areas are accessible. A range of specialist equipment is on hand, such as hoists and activity equipment designed for people with mobility issues. Accessible accommodation is available for residential visits.

Grangewaters Outdoor Education Centre

Buckles Lane, South Ockendon, RM15 6RS

: 01708 855 228

: grangewaters@thurrock.gov.uk

The centre is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, and for pre-booked activities at weekends.

Our office is open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, for bookings and enquiries.