Gold DofE

As a DofE Approved Activity Provider, we can offer training and expedition packages for the Gold DofE Award, as well as any training or support for school staff and volunteers.

North Wales - Eryri

Join us for an Open Gold Expedition this Summer in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri!

Make the most of your summer with an unforgettable Gold Duke of Edinburgh expedition in the spectacular Eryri National Park.

Our Open Gold package starts from £425 per person, which includes campsite fees, kit hire* and transport during the expeditions. If you've already completed your training expedition, you can book on to our Gold Qualifying Expedition in August for just £250.

You'll need to bring your own personal kit and food, but we've got the essentials covered

*Kit available to hire: tent, rucksack, roll mat, cooking stove, map and compass

Check out the dates below and secure your place today!

Have you registered for the DofE but you don't know how or where you can do your expedition section? Join us on an Open Expedition with other like-minded students and complete your Duke of Edinburgh Expedition in the beautiful mountains of Wales!

South Wales - Bannau Brycheiniog

Join us for an Open Gold Expedition in Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog!

Experience the adventure of a lifetime as you complete your Gold Duke of Edinburgh expedition in the stunning Bannau Brycheiniog. Over the course of both expeditions, you'll journey across breathtaking landscapes of the national park, taking in panoramic views and discovering the incredible wildlife Wales has to offer.

Before your practice expedition, you'll take part in a dedicated training day - a fantastic opportunity to build your skills, meet fellow participants and connect with our experience Urdd staff who will support you every step of the way.

You'll need to bring your own personal kit and food, but we've got the essentials covered

*Kit available to hire: tent, rucksack, roll mat, cooking stove, map and compass

Check out the dates below and secure your place today!

What You Need to Do to Complete the Gold Expedition with the Urdd

To successfully complete your Gold expedition with us, there's a few keys steps:

1. Register Online & Pay your Deposit
Secure your place by registering online and paying a deposit. The remaining balance must be paid before the first training day

2. Attend the Training Day
Participation in the training day is essential, regardless of your previous experience. This ensures you receive the correct training and all the important information you'll need to fully prepare for the expeditions.

3. Complete Route Cards
We will be discussing routes and route cards for the expeditions in the training day. We expect a set of route cards (1 per day) to be completed for the practice expedition and for the qualifying expedition. These are compulsory and count towards your assessment.

4. Meet the Duke of Edinburgh Expedition Requirements
These requirements are set out by the Duke of Edinburgh so all expeditions are run to a high standard. These requirements include:

Walking as a group of 4-7 members
Creating a meal plan and daily route cards for each expedition
Agreeing on a group aim to complete during the expeditions
Being self-sufficient for the entire expedition (walking is your mode of transport)
Camping overnight in a tent

See below for a full copy of the Expedition Requirements

5. Stay updated via e-mail
We'll share important information with you by e-mail, so please keep an eye on your inbox

Click the link above if you'd like to register for our Open Gold Expeditions, but be sure to read all the information before you register. You will need to pay a deposit to book a place, and then pay the remainder by the training day.

Expedition Requirements 2026