High Borrans is North Tyneside Council's outdoor education centre set amidst some of the Lake District's most spectacular scenery, 3 miles from Windermere. With the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks on our doorstep we are able to offer a huge variety of activities and outdoor experiences, from canoeing on our own tarn or on the larger lakes, to ghyll scrambling and caving.

We have been providing courses since 1967, and can accommodate up to 55 people (with school groups this is 48 students and 7 staff).

   

OPEN FOR PRIVATE BOOKINGS - Families, adults, youth groups, scouts, guides, birthday parties...

 

Tel: 015394 42816                      Email:High.Borrans@northtyneside.gov.uk

 

Check out the Friends of High Borrans website for more information on the new charity.

From the Blog

Summer Centre developments

14 June 2013 11:59

Roy has been busy out in his workshop, and has once again managed to come up with some stunning additions to the grounds. You may have noticed our front door is now shining in the High Borrans signature red, and hanging flower baskets have been popping up everywhere he can find a space. He's also crafted 'Borrans Rest' - a delightful little spot to sit out in the grounds, take the weight of your feet and think about your day or [...]

Gold Duke of Edinburgh Residential Opportunity

13 June 2013 14:03

Are you currently working towards your Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award? Do you fancy something a bit different and exciting for the residential element? We are running a residential course on Monday 19th - Friday 23rd August 2013 for Gold DofE participants.    

Time to Party - you are invited!

13 June 2013 12:14

Let your hair down and come and join us for the annual Friends of High Borrans 'do' in September. A unique opportunity to socialise with friends, family and staff - wheher you come for the weekend residential, or jut the Saturday evening party, we guarantee you'll enjoy yourselves.

Check out Ashington Central First School's blog

23 May 2013 16:23

We've got some lovely students from Central First School staying with us this week, they are keeping a diary and blog about what they get up to each day - check it out here  

Off Road - On Bike - mountain biking now offered

10 May 2013 15:07

Get the adrenaline going, learn some new skills and ride the Lake District. New for Summer 2013, the latest venture at High Borrans is our new Off Road - On Bike programme which is already proving a run-away success.  

Cumbria Canoe Festival at High Borrans

21 March 2013 16:58

We're delighted to be hosting this year's Cumbria Canoeing Festival here at High Borrans. The aim of the festival is to have fun, whilst also learning about the Adventure Accreditation International Paddlesport Awards. 10th, 11th and 12th April 2013 at High Borrans OEC. There will be guest speakers, canoe sessions, networking opportunities and of course a few days at High Borrans to enjoy.

Nominations for Young Leader's Award 2013 now open

19 February 2013 11:04

The Friends of High Borrans is delighted to announce that due to the overwhelming success of the Young Leader's Award 2012, they are running another award this year. Nominations are now open for candidates form Year 10 to participate in the 2013 Award. The closing date for nominations is Wednesday 27th February. Young Leader's Award 2013 - information flyer Letter to Head Teachers For more informtion, please co[...]