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Sam Sykes Ltd


The experts in DofE expeditions

Description

The Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme has changed the lives of thousands of young people across the UK, its combination of personal development, challenge and achievement making it a unique experience. The importance of the scheme is undeniable, but the ever-increasing demands for Health and Safety and risk assessment make it difficult for schools and youth organisations to offer it with confidence.

Sam Sykes™ Ltd was set up to reverse this trend by delivering professionally led Duke of Edinburgh award expeditions across the UK and overseas. With over thirty years' experience in organising and leading DofE Award expeditions at BRONZE, SILVER and GOLD level, the Sam Sykes™ team understands the importance of safety in all areas of expeditions. The combination of practical experience, legislative knowledge and a thirst for adventure allows the Sam Sykes™ team to deliver bespoke DofE expeditions that will challenge participants without ever compromising their safety. Sam Sykes™ has run expeditions across the UK, including the Lake District, Peak District and North Wales, as well as across Europe and the rest of the world.

The benefits of using Sam Sykes'™ professional expedition service are clear. Young people taking part in the scheme enjoy a challenging and affirming experience delivered by dedicated and qualified leaders. Schools and youth organisations, meanwhile, gain peace of mind from knowing that their expedition groups are in safe hands and that the Sam Sykes™ team has a wealth of experience with the DofE scheme.


Reviews

The following reviews have been added by visit leaders using the EVOLVE system.
Overview
5.0
40 reviews


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Sam Sykes is an excellent provider of outdoor education. (June 2022 - Secondary School)




(June 2022 - Primary School & Secondary School)




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The company provide an excellent service. The team are all well qualified and ensured that the students involved were looked after. They have a system that means all instructors are briefed in the mornings and are aware of the students needs adapting days and walks as necessary to ensure success. I was extremely pleased with the way the company operated and their communication throughout the process. Their feedback for the assessors reports was comprehensive. (November 2021 - Secondary School)




(November 2021 - Secondary School)




Fantastic service throughout all stages of the trip. Staff were professional and responded to any concerns quickly. They are passionate about their product and have the best interests of the students at the core of their ethos. I would recommend this company as a DofE provider. (September 2021 - Secondary School)




The students had a great experience of the DofE award at Bronze and Silver (August 2021 - Secondary School)




The training given on the day was well put together and this made the students more confident at the end of the day. The supervision of the groups by staff from Sam Sykes was really good and they were able to adapt the training content to the needs in the groups. (May 2021 - Secondary School)




(September 2019 - Secondary School)




(September 2019 - Secondary School)




(June 2019 - Secondary School)




(May 2019 - Secondary School)




(May 2019 - Secondary School)




Excellent provider (May 2019 - Secondary School)




Excellent expedition staff took good care of students especially those with medical conditions. Good quality equipment to hire. (May 2019 - Secondary School)




Excellent expedition staff and equipment. (May 2019 - Secondary School)




The students had an absolutely outstanding experience really buzzing and prepared for the final expedition in September (July 2018 - Secondary School)




Sam Sykes Ltd are a professional and caring DofE expedition provider. They go out of their way to ensure the pupils are safe, happy and learn as much as they can from each expedition. (June 2018 - Secondary School)




(June 2018 - Secondary School)




Excellent provision (April 2018 - Secondary School)




Contact

Sam Sykes Ltd
Pattinson House
Beresford Road
Bowness-on-Windemere
Cumbria
LA23 2JG

Pricing

Prices vary on the requirements of your school. Call for a chat through the details - 015394 43157

Opening Times

24 hours a day - 365 days a year

The experts in DofE expeditions

Description

The Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme has changed the lives of thousands of young people across the UK, its combination of personal development, challenge and achievement making it a unique experience. The importance of the scheme is undeniable, but the ever-increasing demands for Health and Safety and risk assessment make it difficult for schools and youth organisations to offer it with confidence.

Sam Sykes™ Ltd was set up to reverse this trend by delivering professionally led Duke of Edinburgh award expeditions across the UK and overseas. With over thirty years' experience in organising and leading DofE Award expeditions at BRONZE, SILVER and GOLD level, the Sam Sykes™ team understands the importance of safety in all areas of expeditions. The combination of practical experience, legislative knowledge and a thirst for adventure allows the Sam Sykes™ team to deliver bespoke DofE expeditions that will challenge participants without ever compromising their safety. Sam Sykes™ has run expeditions across the UK, including the Lake District, Peak District and North Wales, as well as across Europe and the rest of the world.

The benefits of using Sam Sykes'™ professional expedition service are clear. Young people taking part in the scheme enjoy a challenging and affirming experience delivered by dedicated and qualified leaders. Schools and youth organisations, meanwhile, gain peace of mind from knowing that their expedition groups are in safe hands and that the Sam Sykes™ team has a wealth of experience with the DofE scheme.

Pricing

Prices vary on the requirements of your school. Call for a chat through the details - 015394 43157

Opening Times

24 hours a day - 365 days a year

Contact

Sam Sykes Ltd
Pattinson House
Beresford Road
Bowness-on-Windemere
Cumbria
LA23 2JG

Reviews

The following reviews have been added by visit leaders using the EVOLVE system.
Overview
5.0
40 reviews


Excellent
 
100%

Very Good
 
0%

Average
 
0%

Poor
 
0%

Awful
 
0%

March 2024 - Secondary School
Extra curricular



December 2023




November 2023 - Secondary School




November 2023 - Secondary School




June 2023 - Secondary School




June 2023 - Secondary School




June 2023 - Secondary School




June 2023 - Secondary School




May 2023 - Secondary School




April 2023 - Secondary School




October 2022 - Secondary School




October 2022 - Secondary School




September 2022 - Secondary School




September 2022 - Secondary School




June 2022 - Secondary School
Sam Sykes is an excellent provider of outdoor education.



June 2022 - Primary School & Secondary School




June 2022 - Secondary School




June 2022 - Secondary School




June 2022 - Secondary School




June 2022 - Secondary School




June 2022 - Secondary School




May 2022 - Secondary School




April 2022 - Secondary School




November 2021 - Secondary School
The company provide an excellent service. The team are all well qualified and ensured that the students involved were looked after. They have a system that means all instructors are briefed in the mornings and are aware of the students needs adapting days and walks as necessary to ensure success. I was extremely pleased with the way the company operated and their communication throughout the process. Their feedback for the assessors reports was comprehensive.



November 2021 - Secondary School




September 2021 - Secondary School
Fantastic service throughout all stages of the trip. Staff were professional and responded to any concerns quickly. They are passionate about their product and have the best interests of the students at the core of their ethos. I would recommend this company as a DofE provider.



August 2021 - Secondary School
The students had a great experience of the DofE award at Bronze and Silver



May 2021 - Secondary School
The training given on the day was well put together and this made the students more confident at the end of the day. The supervision of the groups by staff from Sam Sykes was really good and they were able to adapt the training content to the needs in the groups.



September 2019 - Secondary School




September 2019 - Secondary School




June 2019 - Secondary School




May 2019 - Secondary School




May 2019 - Secondary School




May 2019 - Secondary School
Excellent provider



May 2019 - Secondary School
Excellent expedition staff took good care of students especially those with medical conditions. Good quality equipment to hire.



May 2019 - Secondary School
Excellent expedition staff and equipment.



July 2018 - Secondary School
The students had an absolutely outstanding experience really buzzing and prepared for the final expedition in September



June 2018 - Secondary School
Sam Sykes Ltd are a professional and caring DofE expedition provider. They go out of their way to ensure the pupils are safe, happy and learn as much as they can from each expedition.



June 2018 - Secondary School




April 2018 - Secondary School
Excellent provision