Adventure Day Camps for Kids in Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire and Beyond!
Give your child a summer packed with adventure, confidence-building and unforgettable outdoor experiences. Our adventure day camps for kids have been designed for children aged 8 to 13 and take place across 25 acres of beautiful Somerset countryside at Mill on the Brue, one of the UK’s best-loved outdoor activity centres.
Key Details
- Age: 8–13 years old
- Price: £80 per child, per day
- Times: 8:45am – 5:00pm
- Activities: 40+ outdoor adventures including zip wire, high ropes, canoeing, assault course, rifle shooting and water slide
- Location: Mill on the Brue, Bruton, Somerset BA10 0BA
- Childcare Support: Childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare accepted
- Accreditation: Fully qualified and DBS-checked instructors, supported by our AALA licensing and BAPA membership.
Summer 2026 Dates
13th–17th July
20th–23rd July
30th–31st July
3rd–7th August
17th–21st August
From flying down our 220m zip wire to scaling the High Ropes, paddling down the River Brue in an open canoe, running around the assault course or hitting the target in archery. Every day includes 4 different, fun exciting activities chosen from a range of over 40.
Our summer day camps are open throughout the school holidays and provide a flexible childcare option as well as an unforgettable outdoor experience for adventurous children.
40+ Activities at Our Adventure Day Camps
From zip wires and high ropes to canoeing, rafting and rifle shooting, our adventure day camps are packed with exciting outdoor activities designed to keep children active, engaged and having fun. As one of the UK’s leading outdoor activity centres, we offer unforgettable summer camps for kids where every day brings new challenges, new friendships and new adventures.
Why Families Trust Mill on the Brue
- Running adventure camps since 1982
- Over 40 years of experience delivering outdoor learning and adventure
- Qualified, accredited DBS-checked instructors
- 25 acres of private Somerset countryside
- Four activities every day from a programme of 40+
- Small group sizes with dedicated instructors
- One of the leading outdoor activity centres in the South West
What is an Adventure Day Camp?
Our adventure day camps give children aged 8 to 13 the opportunity to spend a full day outdoors, making new friends, trying new experiences and building confidence in a safe and supportive environment at our Bruton outdoor activity centre.
Designed as a genuine break from screens and digital distractions, our children’s summer day camps are all about having wonderfully fun days, packed with adventure and variation of activities.
With a different mix of activities every day, children have the opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends and create lasting summer holiday memories, before heading home each evening after a full day of outdoor adventure.
Sample Adventure Day Camp Programmes
We do reserve the right to change the programme due to the weather or numbers of group sizes.
Monday (13, 27 July & 10th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Low Ropes |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Canoeing |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Zip Wire |
| 3.15 pm | Leap of Faith |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Monday (20th July, 3rd & 17th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Assault Course 2 |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Water Slide |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Walk the Plank (High Ropes) |
| 3.15 pm | Tunnelling |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Tuesday (14, 28th July & 11th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Assault Course 2 |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Rifle Shooting |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Tunnelling |
| 3.15 pm | Gladiator Wall (High Ropes) |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Tuesday (21 July, 4th & 18th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Low Ropes |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Archery |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Zip Wire |
| 3.15 pm | Canoeing |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Wednesday (15, 29th July & 12th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Climbing |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Walk the Plank (High Ropes) |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Axe Throwing/Escape Room |
| 3.15 pm | Waterslide |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Wednesday (22nd July, 5 & 19th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Assault Course |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Walk the Plank (High Ropes) |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Rifle Shooting |
| 3.15 pm | Raft Building |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Thursday (16, 30th July & 13th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Archery |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Raft Building |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Tunnelling |
| 3.15 pm | Crate Stack |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Thursday (23rd July 6 & 20th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Axe Throwing/Escape Room |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Leap of Faith (High Ropes) |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Bushcraft |
| 3.15 pm | Zip Wire |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Friday (17, 31st July & 14th August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Assault Course 1 |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Gladiator Wall |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Bushcraft |
| 3.15 pm | Zip Wire |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
Friday (24th July 7th & 21st August)
| 8.45am | Reception Opens |
| 9.00 am | Low Ropes |
| 10.30 am | Break |
| 11.00 am | Tunnelling |
| 12.30 pm | Packed Lunch |
| 1.30 pm | Archery |
| 3.15 pm | Canoeing |
| 5.00 pm | Depart |
More Than Just Day Camps for Kids
Looking for even more adventure?
Alongside our adventure day camps, we also offer Residential Summer Camps for unaccompanied children aged 8–15, Mini Mobster Sessions for younger children, and unforgettable Birthday Parties on site.
FAQs
What age are the adventure day camps for kids suitable for?
Our adventure day camps are open to children aged 8 to 13 years old. Children are grouped by age on arrival, so they spend the day with others of a similar age before returning home at the end of the day.
How much do the day camps for kids cost?
Our day camps for kids cost £80 per child per day. We accept childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare, so be sure to check whether you are eligible before booking.
Can my child attend for multiple days?
Absolutely. Many families book multiple days across the holidays. Because the programme changes daily, children returning to our summer day camps enjoy fresh challenges, new friendships and growing confidence each time they visit.
Will my child have the same instructors throughout the day?
Yes. We believe the relationship between child and instructor is one of the most important parts of the experience. Your child will spend the whole day with the same instructors and group, which helps build trust, teamwork and confidence.
How many children are in each group?
Each group can have up to 12 children with two instructors for the whole day. This ratio ensures every child gets individual attention and nobody gets lost in the crowd.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We run in all weathers! Part of the adventure is experiencing the outdoors in its full glory. Some activities may be adjusted in extreme conditions, but the day will always go ahead with a full programme. Please dress your child appropriately for the forecast.
Is the day camp Ofsted registered?
Mill on the Brue operates to the highest childcare and safety standards. All our instructors are highly trained, qualified and DBS-checked. Please contact us directly if you need specific information about registration for childcare voucher purposes.
Where is Mill on the Brue?
We are located in Bruton, Somerset only 5 miles away from the Dorset and Wiltshire borders. We’re approximately one hour from Bath and Bristol, and around two hours from London. Full directions and a centre map are available on our website.
What should my child bring to the adventure day camp?
Children should bring a packed lunch, a snack and a refillable water bottle for the day. We also recommend comfortable outdoor clothing, suitable footwear and weather-appropriate layers, as our activities take place outdoors throughout the day. Full kit information will be provided before your child’s visit.
Can you accept childcare vouchers?
Yes. We accept childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare for our adventure day camps. If you plan to use either payment method, please let us know when booking and our team will be happy to guide you through the process.
