Exciting new era for Bewerley Park outdoor learning facility
A major project to modernise a popular outdoor learning facility in North Yorkshire has reached a significant milestone.
This week, Align proudly joined colleagues from North Yorkshire Council, partners and other civic dignitaries at Bewerley Park to mark the unveiling of the facility’s new 84-bed accommodation block.
The £3.2 million project boasts 14 ensuite bedrooms, each hosting a maximum of six young people, accommodation for visiting staff, a drying room and break-out spaces to help groups reflect and review learnings.
The redevelopment has been designed by architects and engineers at Align, who have worked closely with the council’s outdoor learning and property services.
The building’s design blends with the existing property and surrounding natural environment, with sustainability at the heart of the project. Solar panels and ground-source heat pumps have been incorporated to reduce its environmental footprint.
The operations director at Align, Andy Bardon, said: “Bewerley Park is a place that is very close to my heart having attended as a child 30 years ago – and I know that’s the case for so many people across North Yorkshire and beyond.
“We are incredibly proud to be part of a development of this scale that will support generations of children and young people to connect with nature, enjoy outdoor adventure and make lasting memories.”
Over the years, tens of thousands of children from local schools and other groups have had a taste of adventure in the picturesque surroundings of Bewerley Park, coming away with new-found confidence, friendships and memories that often last throughout their lifetime.
Along with the modern accommodation block, visitors can enjoy a range of exciting outdoor and adventurous activities at the popular site.
As well as Bewerley Park, the council has a centre at East Barnby near Whitby with the coast on the doorstep and the North York Moors National Park as a backdrop.
