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What’s new at Whiteley Woods OAC?

3rd November 2025

Find out the latest news in our Autumn newsletter which is now available here!

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Whiteley Woods OAC is now VAT registered

15th September 2025

As the Centre is growing and becoming busier, we have had to register with HMRC for VAT. Unfortunately, we have no control over this legal requirement. This means we have had to review our pricing. We’ve considered the impact on current and future bookings to try and make any changes as fair as possible for…

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New Shop Opening Time

8th July 2025

In response to feedback from customers we’re changing the shop opening time to Sunday morning at 10am. Our shop has a great selection of badges, toys, gift, sweets and drinks. Please continue to let us know when you book, if your group will want to use it.

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New Nature Activities now available!

9th June 2025

We are excited to launch our new activities which have been especially designed for us by Outdoor Practitioner Rose Tomson. They will help your young people access all the amazing benefits of connecting with the nature and wildlife at our lovely site and in the surrounding area With lots on offer for all seasons and…

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Keep up to date with our news!

28th April 2025

Our Spring newsletter is now out. Make sure you subscribe to keep up to date with what’s going on at the centre!

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New Prices from April 1st

27th March 2025

Please note our new prices which will apply to all bookings from April 1st 2025. If you have any questions please contact us by email – oac@whiteleywoods.org.uk

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Come and work with us!

5th January 2025

We are looking for a Centre Assistant to join our team. You will support the manager in the day-to-day running of Whiteley Woods OAC and cover regular absences. For more information see the full job description here The closing date is 31 January 2025.

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Christmas closing dates

2nd December 2024

The centre will be closed from 20th December until 6th January.

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Outdoor Skills Day – Booking Now Open!

25th November 2024

We’re hosting an Outdoor Skills Day in February which is open to Girlguiding and Scout leaders It’s a great chance to develop your skills or learn new ones, share ideas and have some fun! Sessions include beginner and advanced backwoods cooking and fire lighting, whittling, shelter building, archery, planning a wide game, orienteering and pioneering.…

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Have you heard our news?

23rd October 2024

Our Autumn 2024 newsletter is out! If you don’t subscribe you can see all our newsletters and sign up for future editions here!

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