GET DAYS 2025 - GET OUTSIDE

Get OUTSIDE with us this summer!

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Location address: Thorpe Esplanade Car Park, Southend-on-Sea
Chosen age group:

Ages: 11 - 16 years

Available tickets:
HAF Eligible Child 11-16 Free
Next date: None - Register your interest
Funded by Southend-on-Sea City Council
Universal provision with SEND support
GET DAYS 2025 - GET OUTSIDE block mentored by Southend Youth Voice Team
A summary
During our GET Outside activity day, we'll be kicking the day off with a beach clean with Veolia, where we will work together to transform Thorpe Bay beach and make it safe for children and their grownups to enjoy this summer. There will be a range of prizes for the most unusual finds, the biggest items and the most rubbish collected by a team! We'll then have some lunch together before heading to the Beach School where you'll be invited to enjoy the coast at your own pace, explore natural treasures, and build confidence in a calm and supportive environment. Activities include: - Gentle Beach Walk: Explore the shoreline, spot interesting shells, stones, seaweed, and footprints. - Scavenger Hunt: Sensory-based search for natural treasures (soft, smooth, rough, shiny). - Rockpool Discovery (Optional, Tide Dependent): Carefully explore shallow rock pools with supervision. - Nature Art Zone: Create simple beach art using shells, sand, driftwood, and pebbles. - Calm Zone: A quiet area with blankets and books for those who need a break at any time. Activities are flexible and optional — children can join in however they feel most comfortable. We'll end the day with games on the beach, frisbee, football, and shell collecting.
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1:1 care
2:1 care
Qualified to administer medication
Epilepsy trained
Secure environment
Accessible toilet
Assist with personal care and toileting
Hoist and changing bench
Sensory or quiet spaces
Makaton trained
PECS trained
More information available on request
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It is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the the measures provided above. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed.
About your mentor
Southend Youth Voice Team
Supporting Young Change Makers in Southend
The Southend Youth Voice Team plays a key role in empowering children, young people, and families across Southend-on-Sea by ensuring their voices are not only heard, but meaningfully influence local decision-making. Based within Children's Services, the team works collaboratively with departments across Southend-on-Sea City Council, as well as with statutory and voluntary organisations, to champion youth participation at every level. We lead a range of youth forums including: - Southend City Youth Council - Cared for Children’s Council - Experts by Experience - SEND Youth Forum These forums provide young people with the opportunity to express their views, shape policy, and co-produce services that impact their lives. Through these platforms, we help turn young voices into real change for the community.
FAQs
What should we wear? We'll be by the beach for this session, so please wear comfy clothes you don't mind getting a little sandy. Shoes should be closed toe, and if it's rainy please bring a coat. What should I bring? We'll provide sun cream and refreshments throughout the day, but please wear a hat/ sunglasses if needed, and feel free to bring your own drinks too. Where will we meet? We'll meet opposite Thorpe Esplanade Car Park and we'll be based on the nearby beach. What's for lunch? We'll have an assortment of meal deal classics! wraps, sandwiches, crisps & lots of fruit. If you have specific dietary needs, please let us know when you book. Where will we be picked up? If you are being collected from this event, we will meet at green opposite Thorpe Esplanade car park at 4pm.
Pricing information
Ticket nameHAF Eligible Child 11-16
Price£0
Informationall activities, lunch and refreshments included in description.
LEARNER REFLECTIONS0 reflections
Where we'll be
Thorpe Esplanade Car Park, Thorpe Bay Gardens, Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 3NN
WHAT’S PROVIDED
Drinks
Snacks
Meals
Equipment
Safety
Enhanced DBS
Risk Assessment
Public Liability Insurance
Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy
Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.