Essex Outdoors Bradwell
Bradwell is a purpose-built coastal outdoor education centre, based on the River Blackwater Estuary. Offering water based sports and more to families, schools and businesses.
At a glance
Bradwell is a purpose-built, Royal Yacht Association (RYA) Training Centre and a leading provider of sailing, yachting and water sport activities for schools, groups, businesses and individuals on the East Coast of England.
For Families and Individuals
Enjoy exciting sailing and powerboat experiences, learn how to sail and gain your RYA qualifications On the Water. Discover exhilarating School Holiday Activity Days and Birthday Party packages at Bradwell-on-Sea.
For Businesses
Take your team on a thrilling adventure On the Water at Bradwell, a world away from the office. Conference facilities also available.
For Schools and Groups
Bradwell delivers outstanding outdoor education for schools and groups. Discover excellent waterside residential and day trip options for groups of up to 130.
For further information about Essex Outdoors Bradwell, please get in touch. hello@essexoutdoors.com or call on 0345 200 4220.
Activities
- Archery
- Boating trips
- Bridge Build
- Bushcraft
- Canoeing
- Coastal Discovery
- Crabbing
- Dinghy Sailing
- Drone Flying
- First Aid
- High Ropes
- Biking
- Orienteering
- Power Kites
- Powerboating
- Raft Building
- Problem Solving
- Team Challenge
Facilities
- Camping in patrol tents
- Self-contained accommodation building
- Dining room
- Classroom
- Games rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
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Where to find us
Featured events at Essex Outdoors Bradwell Centre
Essex Outdoors Bradwell: Sailing Experience Days
Take to the water in a keelboat to experience a day on the River Blackwater with your family.
- Dates:
- May 25, 2025
- June 7, 2025
- June 8, 2025
- June 14, 2025
- June 15, 2025
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- Venue: Essex Outdoors Bradwell
- Times: 10:00am - 4:30pm
- For the whole family
- Price: £210 for up to seven people (minimum age seven)
Essex Outdoors Bradwell: Family Powerboating Experience Days
Take to the water on a powerboat to experience a day on the River Blackwater with your family.
- Dates:
- May 25, 2025
- June 14, 2025
- June 15, 2025
- June 29, 2025
- July 12, 2025
- July 13, 2025
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- Venue: Essex Outdoors Bradwell
- Times: 10:00am - 4:30pm
- For the whole family
- Price: £280 for up to seven people.
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