PROJECTS and Beneficiaries
The following are just a few examples of projects which the Kirklees Adventure Trust has supported. This is only made possible by the generosity of our supporters and sponsors, our fundraising events such as the annual Fayre and through grants for which we have successfully applied.
Supporting Award Participants
Southgate School
Kirklees Adventure Trust have been a huge support to our SEN school over the years, by allowing pupils to access the DofE Award with no financial barrier. They have helped fund participant enrolment places as well as vital expedition equipment needed to make our expeditions happen.
Ben Walker, DofE Award Leader. 2024
Funding the Low Ropes
Little Deer Wood
The accessible course offers fantastic developmental and educational opportunities for participants of all abilities. The bespoke elements form a circuit to offer a continual challenge course which was designed to accommodate wheelchairs and offers a unique challenge for groups of all abilities to work as a team and overcome problems and obstacles together.
The Trust is indebted to the West Riding Masonic Charities Ltd (sponsored by Howley Lodge, Batley) and to Cummins Turbo Technologies for their generous financial support and to Cummins' staff teams who volunteered their help, undertaking the ground works and clearing in preparation for the installation of the course.
Funding the Stage
Little Deer Wood
​The decking stage is a multifunctional area at Little Deer Wood which has helped make use of an uneven slope. As well as a first-class performance area, it's generous proportions mean it can be used for several activities, as well as a raised sleeping platform on which to pitch teepees. The Trust were able to support this project with the generous support of Mirfield Educational Charity.
Funding Waterproofs for DofE participants
The Trust provided funding of 30 waterproof jackets and 20 waterproof trousers which participants in outdoor activities can use whilst on expeditions from Little Deer Wood
Funding the Conservation Shed
Quarry Hill Centre
I would like to say a big thankyou to KAT for their kind donation. Without the funding we would not have been able to install the posts and supporting wire for the archery net and a new larger shed which will provide more storage for gardening tools and a sheltered workshop area for anyone doing
gardening and conservation at QHC. This has provided amazing opportunities for all of those using the centre and opened doors to people of all abilities within Kirklees
Ashley Berry, Chairman, Feb 2025
Funding the Auto Belays
Little Deer Wood
​Climbing requires a lot of problem-solving, mental concentration and focus, so it helps sharpen your brain. A lot of people like it as it allows you to escape everyday worries and just focus on the climb. It also can give a great sense of achievement.
The Auto Belays have enabled Little Deer Wood to reduce the amount of time needed to get participants climbing quickly and safely. Using an auto belay helps to reduce operating costs, attracts more climbers and makes climbing even more fun. The Trust would like to thank the Peter Harrison Foundation and Sir George Martin Trust for their generous support.
Funding Award Participants
“Through the support from KAT I have successfully completed my bronze, silver and gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. This meant that I was able to complete my expedition around Kirklees, North Yorkshire moors and the Peak District. Since completing I have become a young leader for my Award Centre and a national ambassador for the DofE Awards.
The skills I have acquired have helped me to open many doors in life. One of the main lessons I have learnt is to lead by example and share my skills with the other people (all boys) in my group.
I am forever grateful for the support I have received from the Trust.”
Safa Ahmad​
