Everything you need to know
Find everything you’ll need to make your expedition the best ever right here! What you’ll need, where to find it, plus our recommendations on how to prepare. Discover your spirit of adventure and get inspired by our range of expedition resources helping you and your team to plan, train and complete an adventurous self-sufficient journey.
Use our Expedition Kit List to plan what you need for your expedition. Remember, it is just a guide – don’t pack it if you don’t need it!
Whether you are doing a Bronze, Silver or Gold DofE Award, this guide is just a summary; the best place you can get advice is from your DofE Expedition Supervisor, who will check your kit.
We’ve put everything you might need to know about the different aspects of your expedition onto simple posters. Use these to help prepare for your expedition.
Discover the best places to buy your kit – and don’t forget to use your DofE Card, you can save at least 10% and often up to 40% – plus every purchase generates a donation to the DofE charity.
Don’t forget your socks!
Bridgedale socks are a vital part of your kit – keep your feet warm, dry, comfortable and protected throughout your DofE adventures.
DofE Expeditions for Schools & Groups
Powered by over 50 years of family experience, we work with leading schools in the UK and overseas to deliver exceptional expeditions. ‘The Rolls Royce of expedition providers’ – WHGS Manchester ‘Overall fantastic experience!’ – Eaton Square ‘Excellent as Always!’ – Queen Annes School Caversham ‘The Sam Sykes team have been incredible’ – Coopers Coburn
Adventure on the Dorset coast!
Choose between our residential centre or tented village on the stunning Jurassic Coast. Action-packed programmes, outdoor adventure activities and unique opportunities.
Open Gold Residential Kielder Northumberland
Set in the heart of Kielder Forest Northumberland, in partnership with Forestry England. Includes conservation, restoration and team building tasks!
