Adventure

  • Archery Session (QCW Range, Equipment & Instructor)

    The indicative price above is for a 2 hour session which provides sufficient time to handle up to 18 participants as  3 groups of 6 simultaneous archers on the shooting line. The actual cost of your booking will be shown below after you select the number of simultaneous archers and the length of your desired session. Scout Groups/Explorer Scout Units receive a discount which is applied during checkout provided that you log in with an account that has the appropriate membership profile applied. If you don’t see the discount and you are logged in, click here.

    The target sports  range located at Queen Charlottes Wood has a covered shooting area together with a stock of equipment suitable for Beavers through to Explorer aged young people and adults.

    We have a number of Permitted Archery Instructors who can be booked subject to availability, in advance, should you not have your own Permitted Instructor. Currently, they are only available by prior arrangement in evenings or at weekends.  One instructor is required for every 6 archers shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age/needs of the archers (e.g. Beavers may need a higher ratio of supervision on the range). For most bookings at QCW we recommend 6 simultaneous archers.

    Points of Note:

    • We require that an adult volunteer from the group stay on the range with the instructor over the course of the session.
    • Proof of parental/guardian/carer’s permission for participant to take part in the archery session is available for review by the instructor prior to the start of the session.
    • Details of any participant who is on medication and/or may require additional support must be provided well in advance of the session so that any additional support requirements can be assessed and managed.

    If you have your own qualified Archery Instructor and equipment, the range can be booked on its own here.

  • Archery Session Offsite (Equipment & Instructor)

    Mersey Weaver have  a stock of equipment suitable for Beavers through to Explorer aged young people and adults.

    We have available a number of Permitted Archery Instructors who can be booked, in advance, should you not have your own Permitted Instructor. Currently, they are only available by prior arrangement in evenings or at weekends.  One instructor is required for every 6 archers shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age of the archers as Beavers may need a higher ratio of supervision on the range.

    Please note:

    • We only hire our archery equipment with a Target Sports ASU Instructor for use away from QCW.
    • You are responsible for providing, or booking, a suitable offsite range (e.g. Cheshire Scouts Forest Camp).
    • Subject to the distance travelled our Instructor may charge mileage at 45p/mile, plus any toll fees.

     

  • Blokart Pro V3

    A Blokart is a 3 wheeled kart or type of land yacht which uses a sail, similar to those found on small dinghies, to provide traction.

    Blokart Sailing is a relatively new sport which is becoming more and more popular, mainly due to its easy accessibility.  A Blokart packs away into a bag that will easily fit into the boot of a car and is very easy to set up and use. The small size means that they can also be easily transported on aeroplanes to take part in international events or just for fun on holiday. Almost anyone and everyone can participate! Blokart sailing appeals to people from 8 to 80.

    The Blokart is controlled using the hands only, meaning that a person’s size and mobility need not stop them enjoying the sport; people with paraplegia, prosthetic limbs and many other medical conditions can compete equally with able-bodied sailors. Blokarts are also very safe, providing the right protection measures are worn.

    It is incredibly easy to learn to sail. There are 4 sail sizes; 5.5m, 4m, 3m and 2m to suit a range of conditions; All of the sails will propel you at speeds up to twice the actual wind speed.

  • Crate Stacking at QCW (Self Led)

    We have 20 heavy duty plastic crates that can be used for crate stacking/climbing. Please note this is a self led activity and you will require your own instructor who is competent enough to confidently set this activity up. Crate Stacking/Climbing is classified as a High Ropes activity and you must follow the relevant factsheet from The Scouts.

    The crates can be hired and used for a crate stacking activity with:

    If hiring for Crate Stacking at QCW, the crates come with the following equipment:

    • 2 Belay points (11mm Slings, 2 x Canvas rope protector, 2 x Carabiners)  – one for belaying, another for pulley system. These are in situ on the tree that has been designated suitable by a competent person.
    • Lyon Climbing Ballast Bag with sand & DMM Shadow HMS Screwgate Carabiner for securing the belayer
    • Petzl GRI GRI belay device & DMM Belay Master Carabiner for belayer
    • 1x Mammut Sender Screwgate Carabiner for clipping in climber
    • 3 x Edelweiss 30m Climbing ropes
    •  1 x Petzl Vertical Wire Lock Carabiner for clipping onto crates
    • Climbing Harnesses and Helmets (these are shared with the climbing wall)

    N.B. To use the crates at Queen Charlotte’s Wood, you must also be booked in as a Day Visitor, Evening Visitor, Camper or for The Hideaway

  • Crates for Crate Stacking

    We have 20 heavy duty plastic crates that can be used for crate stacking/climbing (or any other imaginative activity). Please note this is a self led activity and you will need your own instructors.

    The crates can be hired and used for a crate stacking activity with our Mobile Climbing Wall (provided you have a artificial top rope climbing permit or higher).

    Please use this product to book the crates for use with the mobile climbing wall. If you wish to run this as an activity at QCW you should book here

  • Giant ATX 1 Mountain Bikes

    Mersey Weaver has ten Mountain Bikes which are available to hire by groups . They are great to use at Clogwyn and we have specialist bike trailer which you can use to transport them. All bikes come with Helmets, Hi-vis, gloves and Safety Specs.

  • Target Sports Range Self Led (QCW Range and Target Holders Only)

    The indicative price above is for 1 hour session with the use of six bosses or target holders. The actual cost for your booking will be shown below once session duration chosen.

    If you have your own permitted Archery/NSRA crossbow instructor and Target Sports equipment, Mersey Weaver have a target sports range located at its idyllic Queen Charlottes Wood Activity Centre.

    The range only booking comes equipped with:

    • For Archery/Crossbows – 6 x 90cm bosses
    • For Air Guns – 6 x stands with target holders
    • The minimum bookable time is 1 hour and thereafter in 30 minute increments.

    The hirer will need to provide their own paper targets and equipment. Access (codes) to The Gallery starts at your booked start time; you also must clear up and leave The Gallery by the end of your booked end time. Therefore allow time for setup and clear up  when selecting your start and end time.

  • Summer Hillwalking

    Want to go Hillwalking and enjoy summiting a Mountain? Why not request a permitted member of our Hillwalking and Trekking ASU?

    Availability is by confirmation only. Most availability is at weekends but some permit holders may occasionally be able to help on weekdays with enough notice.

    N.B. Party sizes are limited to seven (including adults).

  • Winter Hillwalking

    Ready to take hillwalking to the next level? Why not request a permitted member of our Hillwalking and Trekking ASU who can take you out in Winter conditions? Weather permitting, learn how to use an ice axe and crampons!

    Availability is by confirmation only. Most availability is at weekends but some permit holders may occasionally be able to help on weekdays with enough notice.

    N.B. Party sizes are limited to seven (including adults).