Delamont Outdoor Learning Centre
Delamont Outdoor Learning Centre
Contact details
88 Downpatrick Road
Killyleagh
BT30 9TZ
United Kingdom
Outdoorlearning@eani.org.uk
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Getting here
54.386872122171, -5.67499255
Activities
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Climbing
- Mountain biking
- Orienteering
- Campfire
- Archery
- Coasteering
- Stand up paddleboarding
- Powerboating
- Banana boating
- Sailing
Accommodation
The indoor residential facilities can accommodate 70 young people and accompanying staff between the main house and the stables.
On the campsite, there are 2 log cabins for staff and space for around 30 young people in tents.
Delamont Outdoor Learning Centre is set within the grounds of Delamont Country Park, located close to Killyleagh, County Down and has direct access onto Strangford Lough. This centre provides specialism in water-based activities and working with young people at risk. The Centre also provides curriculum support programmes for schools and youth service over seven days including school holidays. The residential facilities can accommodate 70 young people and accompanying staff.
The development of a new campsite within the Centre’s private walled garden has created a safe space for young people to come and experience camping and to engage with the natural environment developing camp and bush craft skills.
This is a great location to start a Duke of Edinburgh Award programme to help develop the basic skills of camping before embarking on the journey from Bronze to Gold Awards.
Programmes Offered
- Youth Residentials
- Transitions programmes
- GCSE Climbing / Orienteering and Field Study
- Duke of Edinburg Award Training
- KS 2 and 3 Residentials
- Self programming campsite and pods
How do I make a booking request?
If you would like to make a booking request for an Outdoor Learning Centre, please complete the online form below.
Please note the following in advance of making a booking:
- All booking requests are subject to Centre and Programme availability.
- If you are making more than one booking, you must complete a separate form.
Booking Request Form
Booking Rates
Rates from July 2026
Specialist Outdoor Learning Centres
| Overnight Residential Centres | 1 night | 2 nights | 3 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schools | £ 72.00 | £ 66.00 | £ 60.00 |
| Youth Groups | £ 55.00 | £ 50.00 | £ 47.00 |
| Staff Training (with instruction) | £ 84.00 | £ 78.00 | £ 72.00 |
| Staff training (self-programming) | £ 55.00 | £ 50.00 | £ 47.00 |
Campsites (Operate May - September)
| Tents | 1 night | 2 nights | 3 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schools | £ 12.00 | £ 9.00 | £ 6.00 |
| Youth Groups | £ 12.00 | £ 9.00 | £ 6.00 |
| Staff Groups | £ 12.00 | £ 9.00 | £ 6.00 |
| Cabins - Staff Only | 1 night | 2 nights | 3 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schools | £ 31.00 | £ 25.00 | £ 21.00 |
| Youth Groups | £ 31.00 | £ 25.00 | £ 21.00 |
| Staff Groups | £ 31.00 | £ 25.00 | £ 21.00 |
Catered Day Visits
| Day Rate | Rate Per Person |
|---|---|
| Schools | £ 34.00 |
| Youth Groups | £ 27.00 |
| Staff Training (with instruction) | £ 60.00 |
| Staff training (self-programming) | £ 40.00 |
10% DISCOUNT December 2026 and January 2027 for all bookings.
*The prices illustrated are based on groups leaving at 11am on the day of departure. Departures after 11am will result in a day visit charge.
All rates shown apply ONLY to Education Authority Registered Schools and Youth Organisations. The rates for Non-Registered Schools and Youth Organisation, 3rd Level Education Institutions, and organisations inside Northern Ireland will be costed at +25% and groups outside of Northern Ireland costed at +100% over the illustrated rates. These rates are valid from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2027.
**All camp site rates are based on self-catering and self-programming, if your group require outdoor instructor support from EA Outdoor Learning services additional costs may apply and are subject to availability of staff. Two staff cabins (2 staff per cabin) available at Delmont and Ballyhome camp sites.
Please ensure you read the booking conditions before you confirm your booking Please be aware of the charges for booking cancellations and changes - changes/cancellations made more than 30 days in advance - No Charge, changes/cancellations made between 30 days and 8 days - 50% charge, changes/cancellations made 7 days or less - Full Cost Charged.
Following our annual rates review, the rates for our Outdoor Learning Centres have increased due to an increase in the operational and running cost. These rates will be in place from 1st July 2026 until 30th June 2027