Events, Courses and CPD

Ever wanted to get out in the hills by yourself but not had the confidence? This 2-day introductory course will support you to develop the skills and knowledge to find your way safely around the hills. Suitable for those with no prior experience, or those looking to consolidate and build on existing experience. This non-residential course will take place mainly in the Pentland Hills.

1 BENMORE - 2 DAYS - 3-4 JULY - SUMMER FUN 2025- Ages 8-16 - non residential Thursday and Friday 930-430pm Come join us for 2 days of adventure, fun and outdoor learning. You will challenge yourself, learn about the outdoors, meet new people and make memories. Lunch option, free pick up/drop from Coal Pier, sibling discount.

4 BENMORE - 2 DAYS - 11-12 AUGUST - SUMMER FUN 2025- Ages 8-16 - non residential Thursday and Friday 930-430pm Come join us for 2 days of adventure, fun and outdoor learning. You will challenge yourself, learn about the outdoors, meet new people and make memories. Lunch option, free pick up/drop from Coal Pier, sibling discount.

2 BENMORE - 5 DAYS - 14-18 JULY - SUMMER FUN 2025- Ages 8-16 - non residential Mon-Fri 930-430pm Come join us for a week of adventure, fun and outdoor learning. You will challenge yourself, learn about the outdoors, meet new people and make memories. Early bird price, lunch option, free pick up/drop from Coal Pier, sibling discount.

3 BENMORE - 5 DAYS - 28 JULY to 1 AUG - SUMME FUN 2025 - Ages 8-16 - non residential 5 days - Mon-Fri 930-430pm Come join us for a week of adventure, fun and outdoor learning. You will challenge yourself, learn about the outdoors, meet new people and make memories. Early bird price, lunch option, free pick up/drop from Coal Pier, sibling discount.

Aimed at those with some experience of hillwalking who want to take their skills to the next level, Our Nationally accredited Mountain Skills course will support you to develop the confidence and skills to explore further afield and in more technical, mountainous terrain. This residential course will be delivered at Benmore Outdoor Centre and in the mountains nearby.

SAPOE annual conference bringing together SAPOE/SCIS members and partners to explore the theme - Curriculum Beyond the Classroom.