Summer One Day Camps: Bray 

Outdoor Adventure, Water Fun & Big Energy - All in One Summer Day!

Looking for an exciting way to get your child outdoors during the summer holidays? Our Summer One Day Camps are designed for boys and girls aged 7 to 13 who love adventure, activity and trying something different. 

Taking place on specific days throughout the summer, each camp day combines three high-energy outdoor experiences in a safe, encouraging and fully supervised environment.

• Splash Zone 💦 - Take on the famous Killruddery lake with Splashdown Slide, Water Jump, Pontoon Mania and kayaking - an action-packed water adventure guaranteed to keep children smiling all day long.
• Hell & Back Junior Obstacle Challenge 💪 - Children climb, crawl and conquer outdoor obstacles inspired by Hell & Back Junior, building confidence, teamwork and determination along the way.
• Outdoor Survival Adventure 🌲- A forest-based bushcraft session where children learn practical outdoor skills including safe fire lighting, shelter building and nature awareness while exploring the woodland surroundings.

Based at the Alive Outside Adventure Centre in Killruddery Estate, Bray, Co Wicklow, these camps are all about movement, friendship and outdoor fun - a brilliant way to break up the long summer holidays.

Highlights

• Three different outdoor adventures packed into one exciting summer day
• Splash Zone lake activities including kayaking, Water Jump and Splashdown Slide
• Bushcraft and survival skills in a natural woodland environment
• Outdoor obstacle challenges designed to encourage movement and teamwork
• Friendly, experienced instructors leading and supporting each group throughout the day
• Plenty of fresh air, activity and social interaction away from screens
• Small groups helping children settle in, make friends and feel part of the camp
• Structured and well-organised days with strong health and safety procedures in place
• Nut-free environment with support available for medical conditions and allergies
• Convenient drive-and-drop check-in and easy collection process for parents
• A memorable outdoor experience at the home of Hell & Back and Ireland’s Fittest Family

Total Time Onsite: 4.5 hours

• Arrival & Registration: Please arrive 15 minutes before your start time to allow for check-in and getting organised before activities begin.
• Welcome & Safety Briefing: Children receive an introduction to the day along with a short health and safety briefing before heading into activities.
• Adventure Sessions (3 Activities):
  • Splash Zone - water-based activities on the lake including kayaking, Pontoon Mania, Splashdown Slide and Water Jump.
  • Hell & Back Junior Obstacle Challenge - obstacle-based outdoor fun focused on movement, teamwork and confidence.
  • Outdoor Survival Adventure - practical woodland bushcraft including shelter building, safe fire lighting and outdoor exploration skills.
• Break Time (15 minutes): A short snack and water break between activities. Please ensure your child brings snacks and plenty of water.
• Collection: Children are collected from Basecamp at the scheduled finish time.

• Cars can drive directly to the Alive Outside gate for drop-off and collection.
• Killruddery Estate has multiple entrances - ensure you follow signs for Alive Outside!
• Google Maps Link: Alive Outside Adventure Centre Location 
• If lost, call 01 2147355 and follow the instructions for Camps

• Clothing & Essentials:
  • Sports kit or tracksuit (no jeans or good clothes)
  • Old runners/trainers to wear for water activities
  • Spare runners/trainers to change into afterwards
  • Light rain jacket
  • Wetsuit (optional - the lake can feel cold even in summer)
  • Change of warm clothes for after water activities (hoodie and tracksuit bottoms)
  • Towel
  • Small backpack your child can carry
  • Tip: Pack spare clothes and shoes inside a plastic bag in the backpack to keep them all dry.
• Footwear:
  • Runners or sturdy trainers with good grip, as it may get slippy in wet weather.
• Food & Hydration
  • Packed lunch & snacks
  • Plenty of drinking water
  • Sun cream - just in case!

• Three guided 2-hour activities with expert instructors
• Sheltered woodland location for activities and group downtime
• Camp photos shared on Alive Outside Instagram: @aliveoutside_ireland

• Food & drinks (bring your own)
• Transport to/from the venue
• Showers (basic wash-down only - children should shower and change clothes at home)

Cancel Policy

• Your booking is secured upon completion of the online transaction.
• As the booking is for a specific event on a specific date, you are not entitled to a refund if you cannot attend.
• We operate rain or shine - dress for the Irish weather! If Met Éireann issues an orange weather warning, we will contact you to discuss alternative arrangements.

Check-In - Park & Drop

• Arrival Time: Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start to allow for check-in and to ensure we start on time. Late arrivals will unfortunately have reduced activity time due to scheduling.
• Where to Go & Check-In: Please park in the main Killruddery car park and make your way down to the Alive Outside Adventure Centre at the bottom of the car park (look out for the Alive Outside sign over the entrance), where you can sign in your child(ren).
• Medical Needs: If your child has asthma, allergies, diabetes or any other condition, please let our Camp Instructor know at check-in and make sure they’ve taken their medication beforehand.
• Health & Safety: Children will receive a safety briefing before each activity begins.
• While You Wait: After drop-off, you’re very welcome to explore Killruddery Yard - just a 5-minute walk away - home to the Coffee Shop, Pizza Shed and Farm Shop. The Grain Store Café and Farm Shop are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00.

Collecting Your Child – Park & Collect

• Pick-Up Location: At collection time, please park in the main Killruddery car park and walk down to the Alive Outside Adventure Centre entrance.
• How Collection Works: Camp Instructors will bring the children out to you. Please wait outside the gate under the big Alive Outside sign.
• Timing: Collection is at the designated finish time. Please be punctual so we can ensure a smooth and safe departure for all campers.

Safety & Supervision

At Alive Outside, your child’s safety is our top priority. All camp activities have been carefully reviewed and approved by our Health & Safety advisors, with procedures in place to ensure every child has a safe and enjoyable day.

• Children receive a short Health & Safety briefing before each activity.
• Hygiene protocols are followed throughout the day, especially before eating or after activity sessions.
• This is a nut-free camp - please do not pack nuts in your child’s snacks.
• To reduce the risk of illness or infection, we recommend your child showers and changes clothes when they return home and that all clothing is washed thoroughly before being worn again.

Awareness around Infectious Diseases

Killruddery Estate is a working farm, home to a wide range of animals and natural environments. While the risks are very low, we encourage parents to be aware of the symptoms of rare outdoor infections. If your child shows any unusual symptoms after camp, please consult your GP promptly.

You can find more info via these HSE factsheets:

1. Mud Runs
2. Leptospirosis (Weils) Disease
3. E.Coli

In Case of Illness

In the unlikely event that your child becomes unwell during camp:

• Our instructors will care for them and keep them safe in a separate area.
• We will contact you immediately and ask that you collect your child straight away.

Camp Groups & Instructors

• One Day Camp participants (ages 7–13) will be placed into small groups.
• Each group is led by one of our experienced Camp Instructors, who stays with them for the full day to provide support, consistency and confidence.
• Our instructors are trained to help children settle in quickly, including those arriving without friends, so that everyone feels part of the group.

What to Expect - Activities & Facilities

Over the course of the day, your child will take part in a number of fun outdoor activities designed to challenge, educate and inspire. Guided by their instructor and supported by the rest of their campmates, they’ll enjoy exciting adventures that build teamwork, resilience and confidence.

Please note:

• Activities may be adjusted in exceptional circumstances, but a full and fun day is always guaranteed.
• Children will walk 3–5 km throughout the day.
• Pack light but practical: snacks, water, towel, change of clothes and weather-appropriate gear.
• A two-strap backpack is strongly recommended, as children must keep their bag with them at all times.

Food, Drink & Energy

• This is a high-energy outdoor camp - please ensure your child has eaten a good meal before arrival.
• Pack two solid snacks and plenty of water to keep them fuelled.
• As bags remain outdoors all day, place towels, spare clothes and shoes in plastic bags inside the backpack to keep them dry.
• Don’t forget a rain jacket, sun cream (just in case!) and clothing suitable for the weather.

Contact & Communication

• If you need to reach us, call 01 214 7355 and follow the instructions for "Camps" or email camps@aliveoutside.ie.
• Please remind your child that we operate a strict “Phones Off” policy during camp. Devices may be switched back on at the end of the day.

• Your booking is secured upon completion of the online transaction.
• As the booking is for a specific event on a specific date, you are not entitled to a refund if you cannot attend.
• We operate rain or shine - dress for the Irish weather! If Met Éireann issues an orange weather warning, we will contact you to discuss alternative arrangements.