Cobnor Activities Centre
Chidham, West Sussex
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Cobnor Activities Centre is located within Chichester Harbour, which is easily accessible and is uniquely suited to the cool range of wet and dry activities and courses that they offer!
The huge list comprises: Dinghy Sailing, Kayaking and Sea Kayaking, Canoeing, Cycling, Climbing, Abseiling, Low Ropes, Archery, Raft Building and orienteering, plus powerboat trips!
With such a lot on offer and so many merits and considerations attached to each discipline, you can see why so many families choose the cool taster sessions which incorporate a little go at several of the activities, so you can see what you think! Ideal for beginners and families up for trying new things!
There are a variety of options for camping here too, so it's an ideal base for maximising an active holiday: just wake up and crack on! Well worth looking into the accommodation options through our link if you're going to be staying in the area.
Their experts include specialists in RYA sailing courses and powerboat courses, BCU canoeing and kayaking courses and British Cycling mountain bike courses. So whatever you choose to learn and do you've got the confidence that you're in safe and experienced hands. Just what you need to get started on your new adrenalin hobby!
Summer Camps
Are your children looking to spend time away from home, while experiencing a range of outdoor activities with other children of the same age? They could join our Residential Summer camp in Chichester Harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)!
The fully supervised programme is designed to help further the outdoor education and activity skills of children aged 8-12. The programme will include a range of Sailing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Climbing, Archery, Mountain Biking, Raft Building, Low Ropes, Team Building, Orienteering as well as evening activities. All food will be provided after dinner on the first day.
Multi Activity Weeks
Have your children ever wanted to try out a variety of activities? Do they love the outdoors and want to learn something new? Or are they looking to spend some time with friends, or others at the same age?
Our Multi Activity Course will give the children an opportunity to experience the majority of activities that Cobnor has to offer each day. This non-residential version of Summer Camps, is designed to give a unique experience that will teach new skills. The drop off time is for 09:30 and pick up is at 16:30 each day.
The programme may include a range of Sailing, Raft Building, Low Ropes, Team Building, as well as Canoeing, Climbing, Archery, Cycling Skills, Orienteering and Camp Craft and Shelter Building.
Children should bring a packed lunch each day as well as a full change of spare clothes and shows to get wet should water activities be programmed due to appropriate weather conditions.
Sailing Week for Beginners
Are your children keen to get on the water for a jam-packed week of sailing? Have they already taken part in the RYA syllabus and are seeking to improve their progress? Or, are they new to sailing and looking for a beginner week to commence their sailing journey?
Then come join us on our Sailing Weeks across Chichester Harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)!
Our Sailing for Children courses offer everything to help them along their sailing progress. Our week courses offer an informal week of sailing, but we will aim to cover some of the RYA syllabus. If your children wish to log their progress, please ensure that they bring their log books along.
Facilities
Toilets
Changing Rooms
Onsite Parking
Wheelchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 09:00 - 17:00
Booking both available and recommended year round though there are some seasonal restrictions on activities
Pricing & Tickets
Wide range of activities available, prices range but full list available online
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time more than 5 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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