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‘Eggcellent’ turnout for the Whitehough Easter Trail!

During the April school holidays, we welcomed over 120 children to take part in our ‘Easter Trail’ adventure. Children were tasked with ‘facing the elements’ in the Lancashire countryside and putting on their thinking caps to help find Easter eggs.  

Each participant was provided with a map, which highlighted each tree with an Easter image attached to it. Once all the trees had been found, the reward at the end was their very own Easter egg 😊.   

Our Whitehough Outdoor Education Officer Lorna Dean, who set up the activity said,  

‘’We had a fantastic turnout with over 120 children coming and taking part in what was a very wet Easter tree trail. Nonetheless, they all came very well prepared and were not phased by the weather at all.  

They really enjoyed the trail, running around the woodlands and down the hills in search for their prizes. What really stood out to me was the positive feedback from parents and grandparents, that means a lot”.  

The positive feedback we received from our Easter Trail has set the wheels in motion and is the first of many events, as we plan the next ‘adventure’ for the upcoming school holidays. We cannot wait to inform you of them, so keep an eye out for more information, please follow our Twitter and Instagram: @whitehoughOC and our Facebook page: Whitehough Outdoor Centre. 

 Did you know we also do Children’s Parties? We can cater for all ages and provide a number of activities based in the great outdoors, set in the beautiful Lancashire countryside! 

To find out more, get in touch today please contact our Centre Manager [Sara Parsons – 07934854899]

Halloween at Whitehough

This Halloween, we have two events occurring over three days happening at Whitehough Outdoor Centre over October half term.

The first, is a brand new activity camp running on October 28th, with children coming up for a full day of Outdoor activities, led by instructors. This includes high and low ropes, crate stacking and bush craft! The price is £35 per child and is suitable for ages 8-12.

Additionally, you can come with your children to Whitehough Halloween sessions being ran on Monday 25th and Saturday 30th, 10am-12pm and 1-3pm. Activities include treasure hunting, magic potions, arts and crafts and bug hunting and is just £5 per child, with adults free! Bookings can be made here.

80 years of Whitehough

Join with Burnley FC in the Community as the historic outdoor centre, Whitehough, celebrates its 80th birthday!

Today, BFCitC begin their 80 years of Whitehough celebrations, with a focus on the history and heritage of the centre. As no-one can currently visit Whitehough during this difficult time, we have dug deep into the archives to start the celebrations off and we have found some group photos and diary entries.

We are encouraging supporters to come forward and share any memories or photos they may have from visiting or working at the site. Which year did you visit? Who did you visit with? What activities did you take part in? Let us know!

The site, situated in the Pendle Countryside, is home to a number of adrenaline-fuelled activities and has something to accommodate everyone with visitors including educational, corporate, community and tourists groups.

The educational facility first opened its doors in 1938 as a camp school and since then it has developed and seen thousands of children and groups come through its doors for an experience they’ll never forget.

BFCitC assumed operations of the site in 2017 after a two-year closure and now we want you to get involved and tell us your memories of this prestigious site!

You can either share these with us on our social pages or email them to c.brearley@burnleyfc.com. Your memories and images will be featured on the BFCitC website and be part of our memorable exhibition at the Whitehough Outdoor Centre, allowing future generations to see the impact that the site has had on our community.

Take a look at our gallery and memories HERE.

You can view our 80 year chronology HERE, including all the key dates for Whitehough throughout the years.

Can you spot yourself or anyone you know? If you do, make sure you let them know on social media!

Keep an eye out on the BFCitC website and our social media pages for more information and updates on this iconic celebration!

Facebook: /Whitehough

Twitter: @WhitehoughOC

Instagram: whitehoughoc