Welcome to Derwent Hill
Beautifully situated in the heart of the Lake District, Derwent Hill Outdoor Education and Training Centre prepares people of all ages for new challenges and helps to promote personal confidence and catalyse team development.
Developed from an extensive Georgian House set in secluded gardens and woodland, Derwent Hill comprises two connected facilities: the Derwent Hill Outdoor Education Centre and the Derwent Hill Training Centre, each offering high standards of accommodation and catering.
Owned and managed by Sunderland City Council, the centre has been offering top-quality training and education courses for over 40 years, with all profits reinvested to provide outdoor learning opportunities for Sunderland children.
With its magnificent lake and mountain setting, Derwent Hill allows people to enjoy and achieve in a safe and welcoming environment. A combination of excellent facilities and location plus highly skilled and knowledgeable tutors make a stay at Derwent Hill a truly life-enhancing experience.