DofE Open Silver Expeditions focused on your achievement.

Join a group of like-minded individuals to complete your DofE Silver Practice and/or Qualifying expedition.

'Our Instructor was lovely and very caring towards us. They also adapted to the age ranges in the group which helped us all bond, rather than being divided between the older ones and the young ones. They were always concerned for our safety and made adjustments to routes to account for our safety as a group'.

Open DofE Expedition Participant

DofE Silver Open Expedition programmes include:

Training / Refresher
Practice Expedition
Qualifying Expedition

All DofE participants need to complete a period of training followed by a Practice and then a Qualifying Expedition. You can choose to take part in one of these elements with us, or both, the choice is yours. Many participants choose to join us for their full expedition experience and along the way gain a group of long lasting friends who've shared in the experience with them.

Our comprehensive expedition programmes are ideal for making the expedition process challenging and as enjoyable as possible. Friendly and expertly trained instructors are always available to help and guide you through the process.

Incredible DofE Silver Expedition Locations

Our Open Silver DofE expeditions are delivered in some of the best locations in the UK. Chosen for their suitability to fulfil the requirements of the award as well as ease of access by car and public transport.

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Before you even book your place, we are here to help and answer any questions. Just drop an email to the office, or give us a call, we are here to help you.

Joining an Open Silver Expedition programme may mean coming away on your own and this can be a scary prospect. This is why we want to make the process as enjoyable and as easy as possible. As soon as your place is booked you'll receive an email with all of your joining instructions along with a helpful booklet - 'DofE Guidance for Participants, Parents and Guardians'.

Take a look at what other people say...

What an amazing team. Whenever spirits were low you appeared as if by magic to encourage and support the team. You took the right steps to ensure our safety during shocking weather and make sure we were safe and well. Couldn’t ask for a better team and 'Your Adventure in Safe Hands’ the perfect motto for a great adventure company.

DofE Expedition participant
Open Gold Expedition - Duke of Edinburgh's Award

I would highly recommend using The Adventure Element to complete your DofE award. One of the best experiences I have ever been a part of; it’s just a shame it had to come to an end. Thank you all.

Lizzie Anderson
DofE Open Expedition Participant - Duke of Edinburgh's Award

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Posted 12th October

Choosing the Right Compass for Your Duke of Edinburgh Award Expedition

Category: DofE Advice and Guidance

When you’re preparing for your Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) expedition, one of the most important pieces of kit you’ll carry is your compass. Whether you’re navigating the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales, the wilds of Snowdonia, or the moors of the Peak District, a reliable compass can make the difference between confidently finding your next checkpoint and wandering in circles! With so many types available, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming... but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s a simple guide to help you pick the perfect compass for your DofE journey.

Posted 17th June

Surviving the Scorch: Preparing for a Heat Wave on Your DofE Expedition

Category: DofE Advice and Guidance

In the UK we don't often need to consider heat related issues on a DofE expedition, but failure to be prepared could result in illness and very uncomfortable experience.