As an inner city kid, who experienced this type of learning, I can vouch for how much it influenced my life, for the better, great shame.
THE decision to permanently close a centre for outdoor learning has caused disappointment.
Warwickshire County Council's Cabinet has taken the decision that Marle Hall, the County Council’s residential facility for outdoor education activities located just outside Llandudno Junction. It is expected to shut on Friday, October 22 2021.
Aberconwy MS Janet Finch-Saunders has spoken of her disappointment at the decision.
She said: “Having visited Marle Hall on several occasions, as well as making trips to our other residential outdoor activity centres across the region, I have always been so overwhelmed by the positive impression that the perfect package of our unique location and a devoted team of highly qualified staff leaves on the young people visiting our area.
“The contribution that residential outdoor education plays in the lives and development of our children cannot be understated.
“In an age when so many young people live an indoor life based around social media, it remains essential that we provide opportunities to test themselves in the outdoors.
“Venues like Marle Hall allow our young people to develop much sought-after skills in teamwork and leadership, taking part in risk-assessed but not risk-free activities which build and strengthen character.
“To take the decision to close these highly valued centres is a very short-sighted step by any local authority in England.”
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