Stanley Head is an Outdoor Education Centre based in the Staffordshire Moorlands on the edge of the stunning Peak District. It is ideally located to provide a wide range of educational, challenging and adventurous activities. We’ve been the centre of choice for many schools and groups for almost 40 years, so have a wealth of experience to help make your visit a success. 

We have the flexibility to ensure that your visit or stay with us meets your requirements exactly if you are visiting for a morning or staying with us for a whole week. Whether you are bringing a school group for an environmental study or you’re a hen or stag party looking for a weekend with a difference, you will have a fun and rewarding time with us.

Our stable and experienced team of staff have fostered a family environment at the centre making each and every guest feel right at home, whilst helping you get the most out of your visit.

2012 ADULT TRAINING BROCHURE

Click here to download the 2012 Adult training course brochure. THis year's programme includes governing body courses such as Mountain Leader, Single Pitch Award and Walking Group Leader. Also on offer are a range of introductory courses in climbing, caving, mountain biking, bushcraft, sailing, and mountain walking and navigation. Places are limtied so don't delay in booking your place. 

DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

Work has now started on turning th eold Recreation Room into a new dormitory and should be completed by 31st October 2012. This will provide the centre with an additional 24 beds, making this really positive news! The new dormitory will be named the Ainslie Room, in honour of GB's great Olympian Sailor Ben Ainslie.

                                           The Centre's High Ropes Course, opened in September 2009