Get ready to answer the call of the wild
Join us for an unforgettable adventure in West Wales on our Call of the Wild camp which is designed to reconnect you with nature and empower you to thrive in the outdoors.
Answer nature’s call and learn how to protect our environment for future generations. Develop new skills and work together to survive the wild challenges set by the Pentre Ifan team.
What to expect
- Embrace the great outdoors! : Guided walks through ancient woodlands and along the majestic hills of the Preselau, a coastal adventure with wildlife spotting, and stargazing under a blanket of stars in the evening.
- Survive the wild!: Learn wilderness skills such as starting a fire, creating shelter and foraging for food and face tribal challenges.
- Develop self-sufficiency skills: Growing food, cooking workshops and rural crafts.
After leaving us you will have....
- Increased self-reliance and confidence: Master new skills and discover your inner resourcefulness
- Deeper connection with nature: Develop a profound appreciation for the beauty and power of the wilderness.
- Unforgettable memories: Share laughter, challenges, and campfire stories under the vast Welsh sky.
What ages is it suitable for?
This course if for children in years 4-6 or children aged 8-12 years old who are learning Welsh.
When does it start?
Monday 28 July until Friday 1 August 2025.
How long is the camp?
4 nights
How much will it cost?
£290 for Urdd members. If you're not yet a member, you can join online here.
Instalment payment plan available.
Transport via bus can be arranged at an additional cost - details will follow after booking.
Accommodation
En-suite rooms which sleep 6 and 8.
Facilities
Tea and coffee facilities are available all day, with access to a lounge area to relax. Wi-fi connection available throughout the site.
Food
Breakfast, lunch, tea and super will be on offer with healthy and nutritious choices. We use local produce when possible and can cater for all dietary requirements.
Call of the Wild Camp Example Itinerary
Day 1
12:30 Arrive, Welcome and Lunch
13:30 Orienteering and team building games
16:00- Tea and Break
17:00- Rural Craft (whittling) and Fork to Plate session
18:00- Supper
19:00- Biofluorescent Nature and Creatures of the Night walk
21:00 Bed
Day 2
8:00- Breakfast
9:30- Paddleboarding session at Llysyfran lake
12:00 Packed lunch
12:30- Canoeing session at Llys-y-frân lake
16:30 Leave Llys-y-frân
17:00 Visit Llaeth Preseli and a chance to buy gelato
18:00 Return to the centre and showers.
19:00- Tribal Challenges and board games
21:00- Bed
Day 3
8:00- Breakfast
9:00- Leave centre
9:30- Hike on the Preseli hills- Survive the Upland!
12:30 Packed lunch
13:00 Hike on the Preseli Hills- Survive the Upland!
15:00 Return to centre and break
16:00 Bushcraft
18:00 Supper
19:00 Legends around the fire and stargazing
21:00 Bed
Day 4
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Survive the Wild- Woodland session
12:30 Lunch
13:30 Survive the Wild- Coast session
15:30 Break
16:30- Garden Heroes and Fantastic Fashion workshops
18:00 Supper
19:00 Beach games
21:00 Bed
Day 5
9:00 Call of the Wild challenge
11:30 Creative Activism Session- Prize ceremony
12:00 Lunch
13:00 Farewell/ Depart