PINEWOOD

The Pinewood Trust is a registered charity and was established in 2018. The Trustees of the charity recognised the need for a safe space for young people to explore, take positive risks and have the opportunity to 'Play Out' in an outdoor activity centre.

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The value of play for people of all ages is greatly underestimated, with links to learning, risk management, development of social and problem solving skills.

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Based in Burshill near Brandesburton, we provide a safe outdoor activity centre to encourage young people, particularly youth groups from disadvantaged backgrounds; to get away and enjoy the countryside, a peaceful place where older people can come together for days out, combating isolation and loneliness; a calming, green sanctuary for those who have additional needs or who are differently able, and offering respite to those affected by mental issues.

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Pinewood means so much to many people and for this reason this space is here for people to simply be...