Providing amazing outdoor activity experiences that respect the stunning area where we work.
We combine a truly special place with, high quality, adventurous activities to generate programmes that connect people to the natural world. The dramatic coastline, the limestone cliffs and the protected waters of Weymouth Harbour make this a perfect setting for an outdoor centre. Our position along the Jurassic Coast and with Chesil beach a short walk from the front door, positions us as a gateway to both world famous geology, and geographical features.
Portland Outdoor Centre was established in 2017 to offer a residential base for outdoor programmes on Portland. Hospitality is at our heart and we run the Dorset Adventure Café on the ground floor to cater for both our residential groups and the public. We believe that good outdoor programmes need the support of a good food and a good nights sleep.
Our Approach
Our values define your experience
- Outdoor activities are fun and meant to be enjoyable.
- Outdoor experiences create the environment for growth and development, particularly when they are engaging, interactive and meaningful.
- Being active outdoors is good for mental and physical wellbeing. Being with others in this environment is even better.
- By having positive experiences in the outdoors, people appreciate natural spaces and are more likely to value them and respect them.
- People may need support and appropriate progression to have the best experiences outdoors.
Real experiences in real environments, for groups led by our professional team
- Experiences that are safe, fun, supportive and where appropriate, challenging.
- Flexibility in our sales process to design programmes to meet our clients needs.
- Flexibility in our delivery, so that the instructors can match the needs of the group on the day with the activity and programme.
- Great hospitality to support people to have the best outdoor experiences we can deliver.
Operate safely and professionally, balancing wellbeing, fun and learning appropriately
- Operate sustainably so we can have the right resources in place.
- Form trusted and ongoing relationships.
- Minimise our impact on the environments we work in.
- Blend in and be part of our communities.
- Be ready to change and adapt.
Portland Location
The gem of the Jurassic Coast
Our coastal location means we’re never short of a sea view! Our rocky Isle is a joy to explore with fascinating curiosities around every corner. Secluded coves, vast beaches, old quarries turned nature reserves and even WW2 relics it’s a remarkably diverse place. We use the whole Isle, Coasteering at Portland Bill on the most southern tip to delivering watersports in Portland Harbour to the North. The famous SW Coast path links all our venues and it’s a pleasure to transit from one location to the next.
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Meet our Team
The team is full of people with a keen passion for the outdoors
Portland Outdoor Centre has a small but mighty full-time team which sees everyone getting involved. They have a wealth of experience from a range of outdoor and hospitality backgrounds, ready to share their skills with the wider team.
Rob
Matt
Jerome
Sam
Kirsty
Jo
Our amazing group of seasonal instructors
Portland’s instructor team is made up of a fantastic group of Seasonal and Freelance instructors. Portland Outdoor Centre is fortunate to have a growing team of returning instructors who know the programme well, who can easily share the company’s ethos to new members. They work closely with the full-time staff to continuously develop personal progression and the programme for future clients.
Tom Davey
Keiran Miles
James McDouall
Kev Noble
Matt Bailey
Ry Phillips
Abi Simon
Elin Fflur Jones
Emily Cade
Our Sister Centres
Different locations, shared values
Portland Outdoor Centre is one of three outdoor centres on the south coast owned and operated by Activate Outdoors Ltd. Each centre has its own unique feel, embraces its own local landscape and shares our approach.
Is set in the beautiful New Forest and its activity programme makes the most of the forest with fantastic Bushcraft, Carving and Campfire Cooking. Alongside the wilderness skills, the programme includes High and Low Ropes, Mountain Biking, Raft Building and much more.
02380 284401
info@newforestoutdoor.co.uk