The Fatherhood Travel Experience
Service Description
A journey of discovery, healing, and readiness—for young people who deserve more than survival. The Fatherhood Travel Experience is more than a trip. It’s a structured, life-changing journey designed for young people aged 16–21 who are growing up without a mother or father figure. In a landscape where youth support is too often generic, shallow, or inaccessible, we’ve created a four-day retreat that blends natural beauty with deep learning. Here, transformation becomes tangible. We take 16 young men from single-parent households into the heart of the Lake District—an environment that strips away distraction and invites reflection, challenge, and change. It’s not just about escaping old surroundings. It’s about entering a new mindset, supported by mentors who’ve lived the same realities and found their way through. From luxury accommodation in a castle to real-world outdoor activities, our experience builds resilience, unlocks maturity, and strengthens skills that support independence. Participants leave not just with memories, but with tools—ready to walk a different path than the one life first handed them. What We Do Each cohort of participants joins us for four days in the Lake District, where they are fully immersed in structured learning, adventure, and healing. They’ll experience: Outdoor adventures including trek walking, mountain biking, rock climbing, abseiling, and speed boating. A warm, secure stay in a luxury castle residence, offering dignity, safety, and comfort. Full meals provided throughout, designed to support physical wellbeing and energy for demanding activities. Daily classes and workshops including: Law & Street Awareness: covering topics such as knife carrying, police interaction, curfews, housing discrimination, and real consequences. Mentorship & Healing Sessions: reflective conversations around loss, forgiveness, identity, and building a new way forward. Independent Life Skills Workshops: cooking, financial literacy, mindset development, and basic domestic preparation. First Aid Training: taught by certified professionals to equip participants with emergency response capability and public safety awareness. Every moment is intentional. Every step, swim, climb, or conversation serves a purpose. Outdoor Activities That Stretch the Soul and Mind We believe nature holds lessons textbooks cannot teach. When young people conquer hills, navigate lakes, or confront physical challenge, they learn something deep and last
Cancellation Policy
Fatherhood Travel Experience – Booking Policy The Fatherhood Travel Experience is a professionally delivered, four-day development retreat for young males aged 16–21 from single-parent households. Booking a space confirms commitment to participation, safeguarding standards, and respect for the programme’s values. 1. Eligibility Bookings are accepted only for young people who meet the following criteria: Aged 16–21 From a single-parent household Referred by a parent/guardian, school, youth service, or self-referred with support Willing to engage fully in all sessions and outdoor activities Final eligibility will be confirmed during a brief pre-travel assessment. 2. Booking Process Bookings must be made via our official website or through approved referrers. A booking form must be completed with accurate medical, dietary, and emergency contact information. A confirmation email will be sent upon acceptance, along with a full itinerary and pre-departure checklist. 3. Payment A non-refundable deposit may be requested to secure your place (unless funded or referred through partner schemes). Full payment, if applicable, must be settled no later than 1 month before departure. Subsidised or funded spaces are offered subject to availability and approval. 4. Cancellation Cancellations must be made in writing at least 10 days before departure. Deposits are non-refundable but can be transferred to a future programme in some cases. Cancellations within 10 days of the trip may incur full charge unless due to documented emergency. 5. Behaviour & Participation Respectful conduct is expected at all times. Full engagement in activities is required. The Fatherhood Project reserves the right to revoke a booking if behaviour is unsafe or disruptive. 6. Safeguarding & Consent All participants are covered by our safeguarding policy. Parental/guardian consent is mandatory for under-18s, and emergency procedures are clearly communicated in advance.
Contact Details
Lake District National Park, United Kingdom
info@thefatherhoodproject.co.uk
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