From Thursday 4th to Saturday 6th May, Year 9 and 10 students embarked on their Duke of Edinburgh Training days at Standon Bowers Outdoor Education Centre, aiming to achieve their Bronze and Silver awards. This immersive trip encompassed a comprehensive range of activities, including route planning, honing navigation skills, proficiently setting up tents, participating in first aid scenarios, mastering the art of cooking on camping stoves, and, of course, engaging in invigorating hikes.

Each day, the students embarked on foot, carrying their essential supplies, traversing an impressive distance of over 12 kilometers. Throughout their expeditions, they encountered diverse weather conditions, experiencing rain and sunshine, navigating through muddy terrain, and encountering various forms of wildlife. Furthermore, the students had the privilege of receiving a guided tour of a local pumping station, accompanied by a captivating history lesson pertaining to the area.

This trip provided the students with an abundance of cherished memories, while effectively preparing them for the upcoming qualifying expedition scheduled for June. Congratulations are in order for the attending students, as their unwavering determination, tireless efforts, and exemplary conduct demonstrated them to be outstanding ambassadors for St Edmunds.