Experienced centre
The Adventure Centre was founded in 1991 and has been providing quality outdoor courses for a wide range of individuals and groups ever since. Our experience allows us to deliver structured, fun and rewarding programmes which really make a difference.

Tailor-made programmes
All of our courses and training programmes can be tailor made to suit your needs. We can include specific activities, spend a few days away on expedition or even theme your stay around a particular topic. A member of our team will contact you prior to your visit to discuss the details and plan your programme.

Ideal location
The Adventure Centre is situated on the western edge of Dartmoor National Park on the beautiful Kelly College estate. The River Tavy runs opposite the Centre and we are very close to numerous other moorlands, crags and rivers which highlight this area as one of the UK’s top spots for outdoor activities.

Outstanding facilities
The Adventure Centre has excellent on-site facilities which allow us to run programmes on- or off-site. Our high ropes course, the astroturf and Kelly Swimming Pool, not to mention the grounds around the Centre, are all used during our school programmes for various games and activities. We also have different accommodation options depending on the size of the group, enabling teachers to share with students or sleep separately.

Highly qualified staff
One of our main strengths is our instructors. The qualifications, levels of experience and maturity they bring to all our courses create an environment in which students can have fun while learning and challenging themselves in the outdoors. Our staff regularly pursue outdoor activities in their spare time which fuels their enthusiasm and provides them with a wealth of knowledge they can apply to their work at the centre.

Value for money
All accommodation and food is included in your stay, along with a personal booking system to make sure you have the best possible experience at The Adventure Centre. We design our programmes based on your needs and we value your feedback as part of our continued effort to provide high quality courses that really are value for money. Some might even say priceless.

Official Recognition & Partnerships
The Adventure Centre is regulated by the Adventurous Activities Licensing Service (AALS) ensuring safe practice in all activities and we are a British Canoe Union (BCU) approved centre, recognised to run paddling courses to an official standard. We also hold the AdventureMark Accreditation for outdoor centres.  We are a member of the Institute for Outdoor Learning which encourages learning in the outdoors and supports those who practice in the outdoor industry. Members of our highly qualified staff team are also affiliated to the Association of Mountaineering Instructors (AMI), the Mountain Leader Training Board (MLTB) and Kelly Enterprises Ltd has been awarded an Investor in People award.

Unique Activities
The Adventure Centre offers some great experiences which you won’t find anywhere else! The Bog Run is one of our signature activities which is often included in our Activity Week programmes. We also make regular use of Nun’s Cross Farm, a remote farm building on Dartmoor, which is a great place to generate a sense of teamwork away from the distractions and trappings of the outside world.

Easy booking
Our booking system is very simple and our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always on hand to answer your questions. You will be able to choose which activities you want to include in your visit and we can advise you on any special requirements you may have.

High safety standards
Our membership of AALS (L3368/R0554) includes an inspection by the Health and Safety Executive to ensure high standards of safety management. All necessary risk assessments have been approved by AALS and are checked on a regular basis. Additionally, all instructors are trained in adventure first aid and child protection.