Experience outdoor adventure education with water sports, hiking, and team activities designed for school groups and families in Exeter.

Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre is a specialist outdoor activity venue located in Exeter that offers comprehensive adventure education programs for young people aged 5-16. The centre provides a diverse range of outdoor and water-based activities including paddling sports, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and adventurous pursuits suitable for various age groups and skill levels. The venue caters to multiple audiences including school groups, youth organizations, families during school holidays, and those pursuing qualifications like the Duke of Edinburgh's Award. They offer school holiday activity programs with morning and full-day sessions, birthday party packages, and specialized coaching in canoeing and sailing through British Canoeing and RYA accredited courses. Facilities are both indoor and outdoor, with equipment hire available and booking systems designed to accommodate childcare vouchers. The centre is pushchair-friendly and actively engages families through their accessible online booking platform, which includes waiting lists and interest registration for upcoming programs. Haven Banks combines professional instruction with engaging outdoor experiences, making it an ideal destination for families seeking adventure-based learning and recreation.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Stacie Spencer

2 months ago

What a fantastic place full of really great people! We attended a SEN friendly activity day and it was fantastic. Clear instructions, well organised and everything ran on time. All the instructors were great with the children and we are really looking forward to going back.

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STAR Exeter

10 months ago

We have activities here every summer with our students :) Can highly recommend!

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Lunch With Lloyd

a year ago

I really enjoyed my time raft building, and surprisingly, the raft actually floated, which was nice. I didn't get wet. The staff were really friendly and helpful. It was great fun the whole time, and I would highly recommend paying a visit!

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Joshua Cook

a year ago

Been kayaking and paddle boarding here with devon young carers. Had a lot of fun, I do enjoy coming here. Staff are very friendly as well, sadly they won't let us rugby tackle each other into the canal after we get out of our kayaks.

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Stephen Dixon

2 years ago

Went with a school group. Staff are always very good with the children. Equipment is always excellent and great facilities for changing/showering. Update. Last event before Christmas, absolutely hammering down, so Christmas paddle was changed to caving and archery. Santa costumes provided for all, followed by a mince pie, hot chocolate Christmas song along in upstairs function room. Great effort thanks

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026