Are you ready to make a difference?
For over 30 years, Kirklees Summer Camp has offered unforgettable Duke of Edinburgh residential opportunities. As an officially approved provider, we’ve welcomed hundreds of young people who wanted to do more than just tick a box - they wanted to make a difference.​
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Our DofE residentials are about more than five days and four nights at camp. They’re about gaining hands-on experience, developing transferable skills like teamwork, communication, and leadership, and discovering just how much you’re capable of. You’ll work alongside experienced volunteers, support children through exciting activities, and become part of the team that makes camp such a special place.
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We’re also one of the most accessible and affordable residential providers in the UK — keeping costs low so that every young person has the chance to take part. Many of our long-standing volunteers began their journey here as DofE participants, and some have even returned year after year, building lifelong friendships and skills that endure long after camp. Could this summer be the start of your journey?
Change your summer
Being a DofE volunteer at camp is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll find. You’ll join us for a 5-day residential full of teamwork, activities, and real responsibility.
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You’ll be paired with an experienced leader who will support you throughout.
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You’ll spend time directly with children as well as helping with cooking, serving, and keeping camp running.
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It’s full-on, with long days (7.30am–10pm) — but incredibly worthwhile.
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You’ll leave knowing you’ve helped children create memories that last a lifetime.
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Skills and Learning
This is your chance to:
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Develop teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
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Gain confidence by working with children and supporting activities.
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Plan and lead a camp activity with other DofE volunteers.
The experience looks fantastic on college, university, or job applications — and many of our current staff team started right here as DofE leaders.
Camp Dates 2026
Camp 1: 24th–28th July
Camp 2: 28th July–1st August
Camp 3: 2nd–6th August
Camp 4: 6th–10th August
Camp 5: 11th–15th August
Camp 6: 15th–19th August
The Cost
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Standard fee: £130
(includes meals, refreshments, tent, roll mat, and full support).
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Subsidised fee: £50
(for those from low-income families - select the subsidised option on the booking form).
Camp is such a wonderful place, you get to ignore the outside world for a few days while you gain experience working with children and meet wonderful people you might not talk to otherwise.
D of E Feedback
I loved how much the young volunteers and theDofEs interacted, as it really brought us closer together and felt at home in camp life.
D of E Feeback
Kirklees Summer Camp was like nothing I have ever experienced and I could not have asked for a better residential. Thank you everyone!
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