Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Training & Qualifying Expeditions open to all Bronze DofE level participants.
Fun, Friendship & a Challenge You’ll Never Forget
Do you want to have fun, make new friends, meet a challenge, take away great memories, and have an amazing experience? Then look no further — CTS expeditions give you all of this and more.
Our expeditions are fun, memorable and challenging, offering young people valuable experiences that meet the aim, principles, and outcomes of the Expedition section and the guiding principles of the DofE programme. Every expedition is open to all DofE participants, regardless of background, DofE centre, group, or organisation.
Experiences That Stay With You
The positive feedback we receive year after year reflects the way we facilitate success, enjoyment, and personal growth. Young people tell us that CTS expeditions help them:
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Build confidence and resilience
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Strengthen teamwork and independence
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Discover new abilities and overcome challenges
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Create friendships and memories that last
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Enjoy the DofE in a supportive, encouraging environment
We are proud of the purposeful engagement, guidance, and support our staff provide throughout every expedition. Their enthusiasm and commitment ensure that each young person learns, develops, and thrives as they progress through their DofE journey.
Bronze DofE Training
Our Bronze training gives every participant the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to complete their qualifying expedition safely, competently and enjoyably. We follow the full Expedition Training Framework, including an instructor‑led navigation day, ensuring young people learn and practise the essential skills in real outdoor environments.
Unlike providers who compress training into a single day or rely on online sessions, we deliver a comprehensive, progressive programme that reflects the values, ethos and spirit of the DofE. The Expedition Training Framework is designed to be delivered over 12–16 hours, with skills learned, practised and reinforced until participants can operate independently and without adult intervention.
We never compromise on safety or quality. Our longer, more thorough training ensures young people feel prepared, confident and ready to enjoy their Bronze qualifying expedition to the fullest.
High‑Quality, Skills‑Focused Bronze Training
Our Bronze training is delivered by a team of qualified, experienced instructors with strong DofE knowledge and a proven track record of safe, effective expedition delivery. Participants complete the full Expedition Training Framework—appropriate to their environment—with a strong emphasis on navigation skills that build confidence and competence.
Training combines classroom learning with practical outdoor sessions, giving young people the chance to learn, practise and refine every skill required to successfully complete their qualifying expedition.
Qualifying Expedition
Our qualifying expeditions are open to individuals or any number of participants from a DofE group — and you don’t need to have completed your Bronze training with us to take part. They’re ideal for young people who cannot form a team within their own centre, giving everyone the opportunity to complete the Expedition section.
Each expedition is delivered by experienced, qualified supervisors with strong DofE knowledge and a proven track record of safe, supportive expedition leadership.
Route planning and pre‑expedition checks take place indoors the day before your expedition, ensuring every participant is fully prepared, confident and ready for the journey ahead.
Costs (inclusive of VAT)
Training Only |
£95 |
Your payment covers all aspects of the training programme, including indoor accommodation and food. 1 navigation day walking with an instructor, followed by 1-day of training at base.
Qualifying Expedition |
£135 |
Training & Qualifying |
£195 |
Important notice
At Bronze level, you will need to complete training, followed by a 2-day, 1 night Qualifying expedition. There is no longer a requirement for a practice expedition, as long as the training is sufficient and the young person feels confident in the outdoors. We are responsible for ensuring all participants attending our expeditions are adequately trained and safe to complete a remotely supervised qualifying expedition.
If you complete training with a school or other organisation, we will need acknowledgement/evidence that this has been completed. The training MUST have included an instructor led navigation training day.
Contact Chase Training Solutions if you have any questions regarding any aspect of the Bronze DofE Expedition Programme.
Training Only
2 Days
25th / 26th October 2026 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training |
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30th / 31st March 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training |
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16th / 17th August 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training |
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23rd / 24th October 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training |
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*The meeting point for all these expeditions is our bunkhouse facility at: Admiral Rodney Inn, Berrow Green, Martley, Worcestershire, WR6 6PL
Please Note: The finish point for the expedition may be different to the above address and we will advise you of this in good time!
Qualifying Expedition
2.5 Days (inc. pre-expedition planning)
26th / 28th October 2026 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award Qualifying Expedition |
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31st March / 2nd April 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award Qualifying Expedition |
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17th /19th August 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award Qualifying Expedition |
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24th / 26th October 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award Qualifying Expedition |
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Combined Training & Qualifying Expedition
4 Days
25th / 28th October 2026 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training & Qualifying Expedition |
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30th March / 2nd April 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training & Qualifying Expedition |
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16th / 19th August 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training & Qualifying Expedition |
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23rd / 26th October 2027 |
Worcestershire (near Malvern Hills) |
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Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award training & Qualifying Expedition |
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Before applying, please download and read our Open Bronze DofE Expedition Terms & Conditions