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Our Venues

There are four Outward Bound Trust centres providing courses for school and college groups in the UK: Loch Eil in Scotland, Ullswater and Howtown in The Lake District and Aberdovey in Wales. In addition to these four residential centres, The Outward Bound Trust Metro provides non-residential courses across central Scotland.

Scotland - The Highlands

loch-eilLoch Eil
The centre is situated on the edge of Loch Eil near Fort William, with views of Ben Nevis. Loch Eil is close to the magnificent natural environments of Glencoe, the hills of Ardgour and Loch Linnhe, to name but a few. For centre and travel information, click here.

Wales - Snowdonia

aberdovey-centreAberdovey
The centre stands above the picturesque fishing village of Aberdovey, overlooking the Dovey Estuary. It has easy access to the mountain ranges of mid-Wales and has its own water front activity centre, providing an ideal base for a whole range of water-based adventures and challenges. For centre and travel information click here.

England - The Lake District

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The most beautiful lake in The Lake District National Park is almost certainly Ullswater. Our centre has direct access to the lake and the magnificent peaks beyond.  For centre and travel information click here

 

howtownHowtown 
Our newest centre, Howtown, with its purpose built accommodation, is situated on the southern side of Ullswater. Backed by the imposing ridge of the High Street fells, it's an inspirational place to be placed - a stunning yet accessible location for learning through adventure. For centre and travel information click here. ............................................................ ........................................................................

Non-residential (central Scotland)

metroMetro Urban Courses (Glasgow)
Outward Bound Metro serves schools and youth groups in central Scotland, providing tailored-made Outward Bound experiences to meet particular needs of young people living in urban areas.  For more information, click here.
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